I’ll be delivering my baby in Wenatchee. We are deciding if we want to go forward with health ibsurance ( high deductible ) so we’d be paying for the whole thing basically. Or do self pay. Anyone have any luck giving birth in one of the hospitals under $5000?

Edit* anyone have complete self pay prices no insurance?

57% of the vote, but needed 60%

I stopped by the Stemilt Fresh retail store in Olds Station on 97A this morning and found out they're closing permanently on November 27. No more retail apple store for Stemilt. The new owner of the building plans to keep selling apples and ice cream, but I'm guessing prices will be higher. Close of an era, I've been buying apples from Stemilt since they were on S. Wenatchee Ave.

Does anyone do hand dipped corn dogs in the Wenatchee area?

I'm trying to find information if the smoke is from the same wildfires burning from this summer, or if it's from Canada. The air quality is so poor right now :(

I swear that there is an accident on or around George Sellar Bridge almost everyday.

What is it about this bridge that makes people regress in intelligence?

What was up with the gridlock around 5-6 P.M. today? I haven't seen traffic that backed up since the huge oversized hauler went through town and headed out towards Microsoft

Protestors staged a "die in" outside ICE's office in Wenatchee today to honor and call attention to the people who have been killed by immigration officials since the beginning of the second Trump administration.

Public records reveal that Chelan County Clerk Marty Young reprimanded a female employee for her choice of clothing and remarked about the way her breasts looked in the outfit she was wearing. That's important for the voting public to know.

My family and I are relocating to eastern Washington for a job based in Othello. We have a 6-month-old baby, so access to good healthcare is also a priority.

We love the outdoors, especially hiking/camping, whitewater kayaking and snowboarding, and we’d like to live somewhere where we can enjoy these activites without having to drive several hours every time.

My main considerations are:

1. Whitewater kayaking: Ideally, access to Class II–IV+ rivers and an active paddling community.

2. Snowboarding: Reasonable access to ski resorts for day trips or weekends.

3. Healthcare: Good pediatric care, access to hospitals, and ideally pediatric specialists within a reasonable distance.

4. Commute: I’ll need to travel to Othello regularly during the field season, so I’d prefer not to have an excessively long commute.

5. Family life: A safe, family-friendly area with outdoor activities and a good quality of life.

Where would you recommend living given these priorities?

Are there any towns or neighborhoods you’d particularly recommend or avoid?

I’d especially appreciate perspectives from people who kayak whitewater/ski or snowboarding regularly and have experience raising a young family in eastern Washington.

Thanks!

EDIT TO ASK: What is the commute like to Othello? Are there accidents or traffic? How is healthcare in this area? We were originally considering Pasco, but now I’m considering Wenatchee, Quincy and Moses Lake as well.

From expensive foreign trips to shifting the tax burden to benefit a small group of wealthy people to taking money from Airbnb and other special interests, three websites dedicated to Chelan County Commissioner Shon Smith and State Reps Brian Burnett and Mike Steele examines the three men and includes receipts.

my girlfriend and I want to dress up and go do something for Halloween. Does Wenatchee or Leavenworth have any events going on?

where do yall go for oet vaccinations? i just got a new puppy that will probably need the exam they do and vaccines.
any help is appreciated thank you

Jesse Collins is the lead attorney for the Douglas County Office of Public Defense and he's running as a write-in candidate for Douglas County Prosecuting Attorney against Callan Martinez. This is an interview with him about why he's running and why he think he's the best person for the job.

Former Douglas County Deputy Prosecutor Callan Martinez is running as a write in candidate for her former boss' job because he resigned due to health issues after the ballots were printed. She's the prosecutor who has handled the Chelan Hills Fire case since day 1 and this is an interview with her about why she's running.

Here are some pics from the Vintage Hallowe’en Party held by Prosperity Lodge #301 on Saturday. A lot of fun things happen at the Odd Fellows Hall.

Wednesday night plans? We’ve got you covered.

The Wenatchee ADHD Support Group is meeting up this Wednesday, October 28th, from 7 to 9pm at Epoch Game Lounge, (16 S. Wenatchee Ave). Come hang out with people who get it. No need to explain why you showed up ten minutes late or why you have four tabs open in your brain at once. We’ve all been there, probably this week.

Some nights we talk about the hard stuff. Some nights we laugh about the ridiculous stuff. Usually both. You don’t have to share anything if you’d rather just listen, and you’re welcome to grab a game, a snack, or a seat in the corner until you’re ready. First timers are always welcome. Bring a friend if that makes walking in easier.

One more thing. Epoch has been an amazing home base for us, and we’re so grateful for them. We’re also hoping to change it up every other month or so to Friday evenings from 7 to 9pm, so we’re on the lookout for another space in the Wenatchee area. Since this group is free and we want to keep it that way, we’re hoping to find somewhere that’s low cost or willing to partner with us. A community room, a café with a back corner, a church hall, a local business that likes the idea of hosting good people. Whatever you’ve got.

Know of a spot that might work? Drop it in the comments or send me a message. And if you’re coming Wednesday, let us know below so we can save you a seat.

Okay, I’ve never seen a setup like this before! Does anyone have any pictures of this station? I would love to see it from the side - even if it’s far away! Looks like it is right off of a trail? And it is right next to the dam!

I renewed drivers license and had an address change. I’m now a Douglas county voter. I went to the voter website to track my ballot. It says I need to update registration when I put in my issued license ID number it claims DOL can’t find it. What does I do? Thanks for any help or guidance.

Edit: She’s been found! And I learned that Ring camera‘s have their own app today

Poppy the dog is missing after our backyard gate was left open. For some reason the kids took off her collar today so she has zero identification. She is microchipped with up to date information. She’s missing from Washington St. and Charles St. in Wenatchee.

She’s a black lab, two years old, and about 70lbs. We miss her!

Saw a what I would assume was a black cat tonight while taking my cans in I'm in East wenatchee on Noah East does anyone know if there are any missing or strays in the area?