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Wednesday, March 4th, 2026

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Good morning, Wenatchee. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Washington State Parks now manages reservations for the 2026 camping season at Beebe Bridge State Park; reservations open today via the state site, and the park remains under a transition (lasting two years) from Chelan PUD while offering 46 campsites, a boat launch, and shoreline access near Lake Chelan.  KPQ

BUSINESS NEWS

  • According to a new JIM study, tipping habits in Chelan County are shifting as Washington service workers face rising costs and digital prompts with typical tips dropping. The report shows that local bistros and tasting rooms may feel lower-tip effects (a trend also seen in neighboring states).  KPQ

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Canadian visitors have been declining since Feb. 2025 due to political and trade disputes, and fewer Canadians have crossed the border—July recorded nearly 89,000 fewer vehicles, which has hurt local shops and restaurants. Businesses worry the trend may continue into the upcoming tourism season.  KPQ

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Chelan County’s annual PIT Count on Jan. 29 showed 11 fewer unsheltered households and 14 fewer emergency shelter records after moving the event from a central Lighthouse site to the Salvation Army in Wenatchee. The county will skip next year’s count and plan the next one for 2028.  KPQ

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • Today, the city and local Land Trust announced the acquisition of 134 acres in the Wenatchee foothills + the land will receive new management and a new name to support ongoing stewardship efforts.  The Wenatchee World

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Hip-Hop Orchestra Experience

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $30 — Experience classical music redefined through the lens of hip-hop in a high-energy concert.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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  • Laugh Riot 2026 with Ty Barnett and Paul Goodwin

    8-10:30 p.m. — Wenatchee Convention Center — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with two dynamic comedians bringing their unique styles to the stage.

    Sat, 3/21/26

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  • Candlelight Celtic

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets $25-$45 — Experience the enchanting melodies of Ireland illuminated by candlelight.

    Tue, 3/24/26

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  • Washington District Youth Convention 2026

    6:00 PM — Wenatchee Convention Center — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience the FUEGO of the Holy Ghost with dynamic services and breakout sessions.

    Wed, 3/25/26

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  • Our Planet Live

    6:30-9:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Proceeds benefit pediatric cancer support — Experience an inspiring evening while helping to eliminate pediatric cancer.

    Thu, 4/2/26

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