Local News

North Cascades Highway closing


Dec 10, 2019
A snowy forecast means State Route 20 North Cascades Highway will close for the season at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11. This is…




WVC at Omak celebrates Native American Heritage month with two public events


Nov 01, 2019
Wenatchee Valley College at Omak is celebrating Native American Heritage Month this November with two events sponsored by the…

Stage 1 Burn ban for Okanogan, Ferry, Stevens and Pend Oreille counties


Oct 31, 2019
A ban on outdoor burning and the use of uncertified stoves and fireplaces begins 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, in Okanogan, Ferry,…

PUD Still Looking for Solar Participants


Oct 29, 2019
The Sunny Okanogan Community Solar project, facilitated by Okanogan County PUD, needs more participants to express their…

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest


Oct 24, 2019
A traffic stop early Tuesday ended with an arrest for drug possession and much more. Okanogan County Sheriff Tony Hawley said…

Second Half Property Taxes Due October 31st


Oct 22, 2019
It’s that time of year again, 2nd half property taxes and irrigation assessments are due and must be postmarked by Thursday…