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…




Okanogan County and Cities Kick Off Project to Update Hazard Mitigation Plan


Oct 17, 2019
Okanogan County is beginning the process of updating its Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan examines the risks posed by the…

Omak Man Jailed on Murder Charge


Oct 16, 2019
A 19-year-old Omak man is in jail facing charges of Second Degree Murder and First Degree Assault after an incident Tuesday…

Assault in Omak Leaves One Dead and Another Wounded


Oct 15, 2019
Omak Police are investigating a homicide in the area of West Third Avenue early this morning.  Omak Police Chief Jeff Koplin…

Residents Voice Strong Opposition to Grizzly Bear Reintroduction in North Cascades


Oct 08, 2019
An estimated 550 people showed up at the Okanogan County Agriplex Monday night to voice their displeasure with an Interior…

Private Property Owners Near Twisp Restoration Project Area Invited to Discuss Fuels Reduction Opportunities on Oct. 17


Oct 03, 2019
The Methow Valley Ranger District is in the earliest stages of preparing the Twisp Forest Restoration Project. As part of that…