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Chelan County News Archive
3-week closure coming to Beaver Hill in late September
The project at Chumstick Highway at Beaver Hill near Plain begins Sept. 28, with a full closure at the work site through Oct. 17.
Commissioners call for better forest management, increases in wildfire personnel
On Sept. 8, the Board of County Commissioners voted to send a letter to U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell, and U.S. Rep. Kim Schrier with recommendations and requests related to wildfire firefighting and forest management in Chelan County. Read the letter.
Stormwater improvements coming to Arizona Boulevard in Malaga
On Sept. 8, a contractor will begin installing stormwater drainage improvements on Arizona Boulevard in Malaga, where standing water has long been an issue for motorists and homeowners. The five-week project will cause road closures and detours.
RFP: NCW Regional Crisis Response Center
Chelan County is requesting proposals from qualified organizations to support the development and operation of a four-county, regional 24/7 Crisis Response Center serving adults experiencing behavioral health crises. RFPs are due by 5 p.m. on Sept. 18.
Call for Bids: Tree removal
Chelan County Economic Services seeks proposals for tree removal services to remove 107 black poplars at Wenatchee River County Park. Bids are due by Sept. 14.
Learn the facts on the Coroner's Office at free presentation on Sept. 22
Join Chief Deputy Coroner Faye Fetters on Sept. 22 for a free presentation titled "Coroner's Office: Fact or Fiction."
Stop in at Cashmere-Dryden Airport Day on Sept. 12
Cashmere-Dryden Airport Day is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 12. Stop in for free activities and to learn more about the county-owned airport.
Join us for our annual fall community meetings!
It's fall and that means we are having our annual community meetings in each of the three county districts. Meetings are Sept. 30, Oct. 1 and Oct. 7. Each is hosted by a county commissioner. Learn more!
Interested in transportation in Manson? Take our survey!
Are you interested in future transportation in Manson and how it impacts the local schools? Please take a few minutes to complete our online survey.
County secures grant to begin assessment of woody debris at Lake Chelan
Chelan County Natural Resources has secured a $130,000 grant that will be used to complete a comprehensive assessment of the ongoing woody debris problem on Lake Chelan.
CCSO Enhances Event Safety with Drone Detection Technology
The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is continuing its commitment to responsible and effective use of technology with the addition of a Dronetag RIDER to the CCSO Drone Team.
Application period for lodging tax-funded events, marketing grants now open
Chelan County is accepting applications for lodging tax event and marketing grants for 2027. The application period closes at 5 p.m. on Oct. 1.
Coroner to hold Sept. 2 graveside service for unclaimed remains
The Chelan County Coroner’s Office invites the community to attend a graveside service that will lay to rest the unclaimed cremated remains of people currently in the care of the office. The service is 2 p.m. Sept. 2 at Evergreen Memorial Park and Mausoleum in East Wenatchee.
Horse Lake Road closes out of concerns for wildfires
Out of concern for potential new wildfires and limited firefighting resources, Chelan County has closed Horse Lake Road in Wenatchee, which leads to the popular Horse Lake Reserve. No date for reopening has been determined.
County, city of Wenatchee reach agreement on jail
The city of Wenatchee and Chelan County have reached a settlement that resolves the ongoing litigation between the two jurisdictions and re-establishes a framework for housing city inmates at the county jail.
26C08212, Chelan County Law Enforcement Respond to Dangerous Driving Incident
On August 17, 2026, at approximately 9:40 pm, a Chelan County Sheriff's Office deputy attempted to stop a vehicle observed traveling at an estimated 80-100 mph on East Woodin Avenue in Chelan. The vehicle failed to yield and continued southbound on SR150 before entering US Hwy 97 and crossing into Douglas County.
26C08197, Silver Alert - Missing Man Found
Missing person who had been reported missing from Wenatchee, found near Lake Wenatchee.
Short-term rental renewal window opens Sept. 1
The annual renewal window for existing short-term rentals in Chelan County is Sept. 1 through Oct. 31.
What you need to know about a potential veterans offices merger
There is a proposal before the Chelan and Douglas County commissioners to merge the Chelan County Veteran Services Office and the Douglas County Veteran Services Office through an interlocal agreement. Please read the proposal and take an online survey hosted by Douglas County Veteran Services.
Commissioners pen letter to governor
The Board of County Commissioners has sent a letter to Gov. Bob Ferguson, requesting a funding partnership be formed between Chelan County and the state to pay for repairs to Company Creek Road in Stehekin. Read the letter.
11 honorees inducted into Chelan County Hall of Honor
Eleven recipients of the Purple Heart were honored on Aug. 7 at the region’s third annual Purple Heart Community Ceremony. Read who they are and what was said about each at the emotional ceremony.
Auditor seeks citizens to serve on “For” and “Against” committee for local ballot measures appearing in the November General Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet.
Auditor seeks citizens to serve on “For” and “Against” committee for local ballot measures appearing in the November General Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet.
Little Giant Fire - Entiat Upper Valley
On the evening of Friday, August 7, the Little Giant Fire became highly active in the upper Entiat Valley under Red Flag Warning conditions. Despite the best efforts of firefighters, there were structures destroyed.