Local News

Public Health Issues Hepatitis A Outbreak Alert


Jan 09, 2020
Okanogan County Public Health (OCPH) is reporting four (4) confirmed cases of Hepatitis A within Okanogan County. We have…




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…

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…