Chelan County News Archive

Join the community for a Veterans Day parade

Join the community for a Veterans Day parade

The community celebrates Veterans Day together with a variety of activities. If you are a veteran or the family of a veteran, consider joining in annual parades or lunches as the community honors you and your contribution to our country.

Law & Justice Building renovation project making headway

Law & Justice Building renovation project making headway

The county’s $8.7 million construction project that will update the aging plumbing in the Law and Justice Building remains on budget, with construction estimated to be completed in the first quarter of 2027. Among the project's achievements most recently was the reopening of the kitchen for the Chelan County Regional Justice Center.

SBA offers disaster assistance to businesses, residents affected by Chelan Hills Fire

SBA offers disaster assistance to businesses, residents affected by Chelan Hills Fire

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to Washington businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from the Chelan Hills Fire. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a Sept. 18 request from the governor. The declaration covers Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Kittitas and Okanogan counties.

Make a Difference Day returns Oct. 24 to Ohme Gardens

Make a Difference Day returns Oct. 24 to Ohme Gardens

Volunteers looking to participate in the national service day Make a Difference Day (Oct. 24) are encouraged to head up to Ohme Gardens for a day of clearing underbrush and reducing wildfire fuels around the historic garden.

Post-fire hazards remain high after Little Giant Fire

Post-fire hazards remain high after Little Giant Fire

The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington State Department of Natural Resources, Chelan County Emergency Management and Cascadia Conservation District urge residents, landowners and recreationists to stay alert as significant post-fire hazards persist in and downstream of the Little Giant Fire area.

MDNS, staff report on stop-work order in No. 1 Canyon

MDNS, staff report on stop-work order in No. 1 Canyon

A stop-work order issued by Chelan County on May 3, 2022, on three parcels in No. 1 Canyon of Wenatchee, owned by Tyler Chambers, has garnered some renewed interest from the public. As a public courtesy, we are providing documents related to the case on one page for easier access.

2027 budget season is underway

2027 budget season is underway

The 2027 budget season gets underway in earnest the first week of October, when the Board of County Commissioners begins holding budget hearings for the more than 30 county departments.

Join us for our annual fall community meetings!

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!

RFP: NCW Regional Crisis Response Center

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

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.

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 05
    Dec 2026
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - Dec. 5, 2026

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-Off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Dec. 5

    Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 24
    Nov 2026
    01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    Public Meeting: Certify Election

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 24
    Nov 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 18
    Nov 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 12
    Nov 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office