Chelan County News Archive

Current fire hazard designation and restrictions

Current fire hazard designation and restrictions

Chelan County uses a system of fire danger ratings and fire restrictions to inform the public of both conditions and restrictions during fire season, which is typically June 1 to Oct. 1. Read more to learn what rating has been designated and what restrictions are being enforced.

Learn to spot noxious weeds in our foothills

Learn to spot noxious weeds in our foothills

The Chelan County Noxious Weed Board is partnering with the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust to offer a free, hands-on Noxious Weed Identification Workshop on June 12. Learn how to register.

County kicks off community meetings on Comprehensive Plan Update

County kicks off community meetings on Comprehensive Plan Update

Chelan County kicked off the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update with a series of three public meetings in May. Chelan County Community Development, which is leading the comprehensive plan update, anticipates a second set of public open house events or meetings following the release of the Comprehensive Plan in 2026.

Special 3 Day Filing period begins May 20, 2025

Special 3 Day Filing period begins May 20, 2025

Skip Moore, Chelan County Auditor, announces several offices had a void in candidacy. The offices listed below had no candidate file. A Special 3 Day Filing period will begin at 8:00 AM the 20th of May and will end at 5:00 PM May 22, online or in person at the County Elections Office, located in the County Courthouse, 350 Orondo Ave. Suite 306 Level 3, Wenatchee WA. Only filings for offices with a void in candidacy will be accepted.

25C03803 - Stolen ATV Arrest

25C03803 - Stolen ATV Arrest

Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison reports, on 5/3/25, Wenatchee Police took a report of a stolen ATV from within the city.

If your tires are in the road, prepare to be towed

If your tires are in the road, prepare to be towed

The spring flower bloom in the Cashmere and Dryden area is attracting hundreds of hikers from around the state, causing parking issues on narrow canyon roads and potentially impacting emergency response to the areas. No parking is allowed on the pavement in Olalla and Nahahum canyons.

Columbia River Drug Task Force Media Release - Clark Arrest

Columbia River Drug Task Force Media Release - Clark Arrest

On April 24th 2025 at approximately 7:40pm, the Columbia River Drug Task Force (CRDTF), with assistance from the East Wenatchee Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, took Joshua J. Clark into custody near the Sunset Motor Inn in East Wenatchee, WA.

25C03476 - French Creek Search & Rescue

25C03476 - French Creek Search & Rescue

Sheriff Mike Morrison reports on April 28th, 2025 at approximately 3:30 pm RiverCom received a satellite text to 911 message from injured hikers on the Icicle Creek Trail near French Creek.

Jail’s K-9 handler headed to new career

Jail’s K-9 handler headed to new career

The Chelan County Regional Justice Center is saying goodbye this summer to its canine handler who not only played a key role in building the narcotics-detecting program in the local facility but also inspired other counties around the state to add canine programs in their own jails.

Take our survey to join local conversation on climate resilience

Take our survey to join local conversation on climate resilience

We’ve posted a survey on our website that seeks your thoughts on such topics as what natural hazards in Chelan County you are concerned about and what projects you would prioritize to build upon climate resilience. Take the survey and join the community conversation.

CCSO First Level Supervisor State Certifications

CCSO First Level Supervisor State Certifications

Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison reports that all of the agencies first-line supervisors (Sergeants and Corporals) recently achieved a significant professional milestone by being recognize by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) for having completed their First Level Supervisors Career Level Certifications (CLC).

Free wood chips available at county brush sites

Free wood chips available at county brush sites

We have FREE woodchips available at Chelan County’s brush yards during regular business hours. All you need is a shovel and gloves to self-load and haul away your new chips! Read more for details.

25C01460 - Internet Crimes Against Children Arrest

25C01460 - Internet Crimes Against Children Arrest

On 2/24/25, Chelan County Sheriff’s Office Detectives were contacted by the Colorado Springs Police Department Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit. A mother in Colorado discovered a male claiming to be from Chelan County was having sexually explicit conversations with her 14-year-old daughter since November 2024.

A good meal goes a long way in a county jail

A good meal goes a long way in a county jail

The kitchen crew at the Regional Justice Center was honored last week with the 2024 Department of the Year Award. What are the favorite recipes at the jail? Who are the tight-knit bunch with a statewide reputation? Learn more in the story.

25C02734 - Axe Assault Arrest

25C02734 - Axe Assault Arrest

Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison reports, on 4/7/25 at about 0413 hours, deputies responded to the 100 block of Chapman Rd, Wenatchee, WA. for an assault.

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 25
    Jun 2025
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - June 25, 2025

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person.
  • 11
    Jun 2025
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Chelan County Civil Service Commission

    Posted by: Human Resources

    The Chelan County Civil Service Commission will be meeting on June 11, 2025.

    Chelan County Commissioners Office, CM Conference Room 1
  • 07
    Jun 2025
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - June 7, 2025

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is June 7.

    Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 06
    Jun 2025
    11:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Veterans Hall Blood Drive June 6

    Posted by: Veterans Program

    Veterans Hall Blood Drive June 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

    Wenatchee Veterans Hall