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WA wenatchee's Most Loveable Puppies Eagerly Awaits Forever Homes Today!
Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of wenatchee..
Weekly Safety Report: Fatal Crash and Drug Seizure in Grant County, Washington
Two incidents occurred in Grant County, Washington this week. The first incident involved a fatal crash caused by icy roads. Elizabeth Knight, 24, was driving south on Road K NE when she hit a patch of ice and slid into the path of a northbound propane truck driven by Robert Ishibashi, 58. The second incident involved a narcotics interdiction operation where the Grant County Interagency Narcotics Enforcement Team seized over 500 suspected Fentanyl tablets and 2 ounces of cocaine during a traffic stop on Interstate 90. Jonathan Atabelo, 44, and Yasmine Stevens, 26, were arrested.
Today the gas price is close to $3.89 in Quincy as of 2023-12-03. Find the available station near you.
Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Sunday is $3.243, a week ago the price is $3.253 , according to AAA.
SWAT Response Closes Mission Street For Eight Hours
A SWAT team response Friday evening led to the closure of a busy Wenatchee street for roughly eight hours. Officers with the Wenatchee Police Department initially responded to a report of shots fired from a residence in the 400 block of North Mission Street at around 5:15 p.m. Cpl. Erik...
Quincy-area fieldhouse, aquatic center design coming 2024
QUINCY — Design work for the new Quincy-area fieldhouse and swimming pool is scheduled for 2024. Voters narrowly approved the formation of a new regional parks district in the November election, with 1,008 votes in favor and 945 against. Park district property owners will pay 50 cents per $1,000...
One dead in crash involving semi near Beverly
BEVERLY - One person is dead following a crash on SR 243 near Vantage Bridge. Washington State Troopers reported the wreck at 7:14 p.m. on social media. Authorities say the fatal collision between a semi and van occurred at the junction of SR 243 and SR 26. A detour is in place for SR 26/SR 243 to the west and Beverly Burke Road to the east. There is no ETA for reopening at this time. We'll have more information as it becomes available.
Coroner identifies young woman killed in Moses Lake crash
MOSES LAKE - The Grant County Coroner's Office has identified the person who perished in Tuesday morning's violent wreck in Moses Lake. A Jeep Liberty SUV reportedly lost traction on a patch of ice and slid into the path of an oncoming propane tanker truck north of SR 17 on Road K. The force of the impact sheered the SUV in half, sending the big rig onto its side. The driver of the SUV, 24-year-old Elizabeth Knight of Moses Lake, died at the scene.
PNW Names Are Most Mispronounced in America
First of all, it’s When-NATCH-eee, not When-NAW-CHEE. You can always tell someone is not from around here when they mispronounce Wenatchee …or the big town of Spokane. (Duran Duran played at the Spokane Opera House on March 5th, 2005) Or how about. The Beatles wrote songs that were...
Three Regional PUD’s Co-Present Clean Energy Expo December 14
Public invited to this unique learning opportunity to explore energy technologies. Chelan, Douglas and Grant County PUDs invite you to help explore our region’s energy future during the Clean Energy Expo on Thursday, Dec. 14, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Wenatchee Valley Convention Center. The event will feature multiple energy technologies that can enhance our clean energy future and build on the region’s hydropower resources.
Two Grant Co. races may be headed for recount
EPHRATA — One race for a seat on the Moses Lake School Board and one race for Royal City City Council may be headed for a recount. Both may fall within state guidelines for a mandatory machine recount, according to the Grant County Auditor’s Office. Results of the...
Confluence Parkway Project: New Contractor Selected to Improve North Wenatchee Commuting and Safety
The City of Wenatchee has chosen a Progressive Design-Build (PDB) contractor for the Confluence Parkway project. The joint venture between Kraemer North America, LLC and Scarsella Bros. will design and build the new parkway. This new road in North Wenatchee aims to improve daily commuting and freight connections, reduce traffic delays and congestion, and increase safety on North Wenatchee Avenue/SR 285.
Discover the World of Birds at "What's that Bird? Nature Journaling with WRI"
🐦🔍 Tue, Dec 05 · 7pm - 8pm at the Pybus Public Market, 7 N Worthen St, Wenatchee, WA 98801 📍🕖. Get ready to spread your wings and dive into the fascinating world of our feathered friends! The "What’s that Bird? Nature Journaling with WRI" is an event not to be missed! And the best part? It's completely FREE! 🎟️🎉
Sky-High Surprise: Santa’s Chopper Surprising Landing at Hooked on Toys
Here comes Santa Claus, Here come Santa Claus, flying in on a helicopter?! AND is helping with the NCW Community Toy Drive?!. The NCW Community Toy Drive, Lifeline and Hooked on Toys have teamed up to celebrate Christmas and to lend a helping hand to those in NCW!. You already...
Experienced varsity squad ready to hit the hardwood
All five of last season’s usual starting varsity basketball players are back and ready to scorch the nets for Quincy. Last year’s team thrilled hometown fans with some high-scoring games and the Caribou Trail League title. On their way to the league championship last year, the Jacks went 10-2 against CTL opponents, and their overall win-loss record was 15-9.
State Champions: Royal Knights take home state football title
SEATTLE - In an unforgettable display of skill and teamwork, the Royal High School Knights football team, led by their venerable coach Wiley Allred, clinched a historic 12th Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) title at Husky Stadium. Despite the rain, spirits were high as the team celebrated their remarkable 49-7...
72-hour snow storm to pound mountain passes this week
The National Weather Service is cautioning and prepping anyone considering travel over the North Cascades this weekend via I-90 or US 2. A 72-hour snow storm is expected to commence on Thursday at 4 p.m. and last until Sunday at around the same time. Meteorologists with the National Weather Service...
Quincy hospital to lease new CT equipment
QUINCY — The new Quincy Valley Medical Center will have some new equipment, including a new CT scanner. Hospital commissioners approved a lease proposal during their regular meeting Monday. The lease with General Electric for a GoldSeal Revolution EVO EX scanner is for seven years and will cost the...