Little Giant Fire prompts emergency declaration in Chelan County
A state of emergency has been declared by the Board of County Commissioners in response to the Little Giant Fire that was initially ignited in northwestern Chelan County.
Chelan County News Archive
Annual Purple Heart ceremony set for Aug. 7
For the third consecutive year, the North Central Washington community will gather on National Purple Heart Day on Aug. 7 to honor local Purple Heart recipients throughout the region.
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.
How to use the Emergency Incidents Map
If you are under evacuation orders in Chelan County -- or don't know if you are -- use our online Emergency Incidents Map. We offer some tips on how to use the tool.
3-week closure coming to Beaver Hill on Aug. 10
The project at Chumstick Highway at Beaver Hill near Plain has been delayed out of an abundance of caution and wildfire concerns. Start date is now Sept. 28, with a full closure through Oct. 17.
26C06763 Aircraft Accident at Cashmere Airport
On July 15, 2026 at approximately 10:30 am, RiverCom received a report of an aircraft accident at the Cashmere Airport in Cashmere, WA. The aircraft, a autogyro appeared to have veered off the runway while still on the ground and impacted a hangar on the airport grounds.
26C06148 Lake Chelan Drowning, victim recovered
Sheriff Mike Morrison reports on July 17th, 2026 the body of the man who drowned in Lake Chelan on July 4th was recovered.
Lake Chelan Swim Donation
The Chelan County Sheriff's Office is honored to announce the receipt of a $14,061.75 donation from the Lake Chelan Swim Foundation to support the Sheriff's Office Marine Patrol Program.
We need 2 BOE board members
The Chelan County Board of Equalization, whose primary responsibility is to hear appeals of assessment values determined by the county assessor, seeks two new board members to fill three-year terms. Send in your application by Aug. 17.
County purchases property for new Plain park
The Board of County Commissioners recently purchased 18 acres of open green space in Plain for $1.2 million.
Bring your fluorscents to Moderate Risk Waste Facility
The Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility is taking fluorescent bulbs again. Bring them in for safe disposal.
BOCC revamps Public Benefit Rating System
Chelan County commissioners recently updated guidelines and the scoring system that gives some landowners a property tax break for preserving open space for public access and wildlife and water conservation.
Respect county fireworks ban this July 4th
The Chelan County Fire Marshal's Office reminds the public that fireworks are banned throughout the county. We ask that you skip those backyard fireworks and take in a professional display at a community celebration.
Road Closure: Sand Creek Road, Sept. 8
A contractor for Chelan County Natural Resources will begin replacing a culvert on Sand Creek Road on Sept. 8, temporarily closing access to public lands above the project.
Closure Coming: Old Monitor Road and Main Street
The railroad crossing in downtown Monitor – at Old Monitor Road and Main Street – will be closed July 14-15.
Coroner: Man in county jail died of drug overdose
A 53-year-old Entiat man who was found dead in April by corrections deputies at the Chelan County Regional Justice Center died of a drug overdose, the Chelan County coroner recently announced.
Clerk’s Office processing backlog of documents
Staff at the Chelan County Clerk’s Office are busy processing a backlog of more than 6,000 documents that accumulated during a recent system-wide disruption of the county’s online systems.
County continues to make progress in restoring systems
Chelan County has made significant progress in restoring operations across its departments and offices following a three-week, system-wide disruption.
New fee schedule coming Aug. 1
A new fee schedule for land use permit applications goes into effect on Aug. 1.
Request for Qualifications for engineering service
Chelan County seeks statements of qualifications, or RFQs, for engineering services to assist with its Expo Center Domestic Water Project. Responses are due by 10 a.m. on July 6.
Call for Bids: Roof replacement at Ohme caretaker residence
Chelan County Economic Services seeks proposals for roofing contractor services to put a new single-slope roof on the Ohme Garden’s caretaker’s residence. Bids are due July 6.
Cappell appointed by BOCC to fill vacant auditor seat
The Board of County Commissioners has appointed Brandt Cappell, chief deputy auditor, to fill the vacated position of Chelan County auditor through November.
Horse Lake, Burch Mountain roads to close July 1-8
The Board of County Commissioners recently passed a resolution closing the dirt portions of Horse Lake and Burch Mountain roads on July 1-8 because of concerns for drought conditions and illegal fireworks.
Department, office updates on system-wide failure
Individual county offices and departments share updates here as Chelan County restores its systems following a system-wide failure on May 24.