Good Day
Wenatchee
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Wenatchee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Trails in the Wenatchee Foothills will reopen April 1 after a winter closure to protect mule deer habitat — visitors are asked to follow posted signs as upgrades continue on select routes. KPQ
- ➤ A Chelan County Sheriff's Sergeant working with Santa's Stars has launched a GoFundMe to cover medical costs for Deputy Zac Moran's son Brooks after he was diagnosed with ATXPC (a rare disorder that causes serious health issues). The fundraiser has raised $34,492 of a $45,000 goal. KPQ
- ➤ Blitz, a two-year-old pup from the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society, is Pet of the Week and ready for outdoor adventures with a family that enjoys hiking and brain games. Interested families can meet him at the shelter (1474 South Wenatchee Avenue, open daily from 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm). KPQ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kevin McKee is fostering community at Wenatchee theater with the upcoming Who’s Who-sday event — a local celebration of art and creative talent. The Wenatchee World
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Average gasoline prices in Washington climbed by 28.6 cents per gallon to $4.86 on Monday from a survey of 2,666 stations, with prices rising 76.8 cents from last month and metro areas like Tacoma, Seattle and Yakima showing similar gains. Wenatchee Business Journal
- ➤ Wenatchee gas stations now charge over $5 a gallon for diesel as rising global oil prices—driven by the ongoing U.S.-Iran war entering its third week—push up local fuel costs. The Wenatchee World
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Wenatchee AppleSox will debut three Gonzaga players (Kainoa Santiago, Landon White, and Ryder Young) as they start their summer season; the team will open on May 29 in Edmonton and host a home opener on June 5 at Paul Thomas Sr. Stadium. KPQ
- ➤ Prince George Cougars beat the Wenatchee Wild 5-0 at CN Centre & extended their home winning streak to seven games with power play goals by Carson Carels and a 25-save shutout by Alexander Levshyn keeping the Wild scoreless. KPQ
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Rory Scovel Live in Wenatchee
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $138 — Experience the unforgettable comedy of Rory Scovel in Wenatchee.
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Jordan World Circus
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Town Toyota Center — $20 Adults, Free for Kids under 3 — Experience the thrill of the circus in Wenatchee with fun for the whole family.
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Momix: Alice
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $143 — Experience an unforgettable performance of Momix: Alice in Wenatchee.
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