Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
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🏘️ Community
Wenatchee Valley Humane Society and Chelan-Douglas Land Trust will host the second annual Pets & People Outdoors event on April 5 at Kenzie's Landing.
The event will feature talks from Dr. Rebecca Bozarth on outdoor dog emergency care and Officer Rylie Chabot on pet–wildlife interactions—contests like the Cutest Dog-and-Owner Duo and snacks are planned—with donations supporting trail maintenance and animals in need.
🚨 Crime
Travis Lee Collins, 35, was convicted in January for first degree murder after luring Jose Garcia Ramirez during a drug deal on the 1700 block of Rock Island Road in January 2024—Douglas County Superior Court Judge Brian Huber sentenced him to 30 years and Collins intends to appeal his conviction.
🎭 Culture
The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center will host a silent film series on the work of F.
W. Murnau with screenings of Nosferatu on March 28th, The Last Laugh on April 25th, and Faust on May 23rd—each event will open with a lecture by film scholar Hart Johnson and live music by organist Thomas Kozina. Admission costs are set at $5 for members and students and $7 for others, and pre-registration is advised.
🎓 Education
Eastmont School District will begin using CrisisGo within the next month, as interim superintendent Spencer Taylor announced the app will let staff instantly start lockdowns and send alerts during emergencies — improving coordination with law enforcement.
The new system will replace slower traditional intercom methods and enhance school safety overall.
🎉 Wenatchee Events
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2025 Mission Ridge IFSA Junior 2* Freeride Competition
The 2025 Mission Ridge IFSA Junior 2* is a freestyle skiing and snowboarding competition for young athletes hosted by the International Freeskiers & Snowboarders Association at Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort.
BassICally Live at Horan Estates Winery
5-7 p.m. — Horan Estates Winery — Enjoy award-winning wine and vibrant live vocals across varied music genres.
On-Site Tour of Bonaventure Senior Living Community
Explore the Bonaventure of East Wenatchee, a modern senior living community offering quality dining and exceptional care.
3rd Annual Awesome Blossom Pickleball Tournament
April 11-13 — Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club — Early registration $50 — Compete in a thrilling round-robin pickleball tournament with medals for top players.
Empty Bowls Soup Meal
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Wenatchee High School — $5-$15 donation — Create a custom bowl and enjoy soup with the community to combat hunger.
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