



Cashmere pear orchard begins long recovery after historic flooding
Today - A multigenerational pear orchard in Cashmere is beginning the long road to recovery after devastating flooding — and they’re not alone across Chelan County.

Gas line mishap forces downtown Wenatchee evacuations
Today - A mid-afternoon construction mishap forced evacuations and street closures in Wenatchee this week, after a gas line was struck near downtown — briefly disrupting traffic and daily routines before crews brought the situation under control.

Residents Navigate Evacuations and Recovery Challenges
Today - A Washington town is cut off as landslides and flooding force evacuations and raise new concerns for recovery.

Power restoration nearly complete in Leavenworth but storm risks remain
Today - Most power has been restored around Leavenworth, but crews are still clearing debris and repairing lines as Chelan County enters the weekend with a cautious eye on the forecast.

Inside Wenatchee’s Looming School Budget Shortfall
Today - A major funding loss looms for the Wenatchee School District, with staff and student programs likely to feel the impact.

Wildfire Smoke Exposes Cracks in School Infrastructure
Today - A failing HVAC system left students and staff at Wenatchee High School struggling through smoke-filled classrooms this fall, as wildfires intensified across North Central Washington.

How Wenatchee Valley Mall Is Getting Its Second Act
Today - A changing retail landscape brings fresh energy to Wenatchee Valley Mall, thanks to a new wave of women- and minority-owned businesses redefining the mall experience.

The Cashmere Tree Farm That Started with a Scout Badge
Today - A father-son Boy Scout project planted the seeds of a family legacy—one that’s now marking 60 years of Christmas tree traditions in Cashmere.

Inside the Winter Economy Behind Leavenworth’s Holiday Display
Today - Leavenworth lights up for the holidays, and behind the sparkle is a carefully built economy that thrives on winter tourism and festive spending.

Harvest Season Wraps as New Data Shows Ag’s Big Impact on NCW
Today - As harvest season winds down in North Central Washington, new data shows just how much agriculture is driving the economy in Chelan and Douglas counties.