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Wenatchee
Friday, March 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Wenatchee. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Family-owned Jerry’s Auto Supply has been acquired by NAPA Auto Parts—marking its exit from the auto parts industry. The Wenatchee World
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wenatchee School District has selected four finalists—Alyssa Bones, Carrie Gavin, Mark Belton and McLain Johnson—to fill a vacant board position. The board will interview the candidates at 5 p.m. April 3 at the district central office and will choose one candidate in an executive session before officially appointing them at the April 22 meeting to serve until the next election cycle. KPQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ East Wenatchee faces a $900,000 budget deficit from inflation, more people and higher service costs—Mayor Jerrilea Crawford said the city will cut nearly $300,000 by ending a police vacancy, delaying a vehicle purchase and using reserve funds. The city has installed a utility tax and may add a public safety tax if needed—officials said strong bond ratings and reserves will keep finances healthy. KPQ
- ➤ Drivers using State Route 28 in East Wenatchee will face single-lane and shoulder closures from Monday through early May as crews drill for soil samples to plan a future corridor project—designed to widen the highway and add sidewalks and bike lanes. Wenatchee police said a crash at the Ferry and Mission intersection led to a DUI arrest with no serious injuries reported. KPQ
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chris Clark has been named Director of Hockey Operations for the Wenatchee Wild and is leaving his coaching role for a full-time front office job. He has worked with the team (since 2008), coaching over 1,100 games, and General Manager Bliss Littler said his skills will help guide daily hockey operations. KPQ
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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.
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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.
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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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Wenatchee Marathon and 5k Events
8:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Registration fees apply — Race through beautiful Wenatchee in this series of running events for all skill levels.
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