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Saturday, April 4th, 2026

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

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Locals in Wenatchee are frustrated by tipping demands at coffee shops and eateries as a survey finds 81% feel pressured to tip even at self-checkouts. The debate will continue while community members question if fair wages should lessen the need for extra payments.  KPQ

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Wenatchee families pay high Easter chocolate prices despite cocoa costs dropping from $12,000 to $3,300 per ton (makers locked in earlier rates), and some hope prices will fall by Christmas.  KPQ

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Drivers on SR-207 near Coles Corner will face delays from repair work starting April 3 until about April 17. The DOT said work on embankments damaged by December rains will cause alternating single-lane traffic (6 a.m.–6 p.m.) near milepost 1 and the junction with U.S. Highway 2.  KPQ
  • The US Forest Service announced it will close the Wenatchee Forestry Sciences Laboratory as part of a sweeping restructuring of the agency. The planned closure will affect local forestry research operations soon.  The Wenatchee World

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 4/8/26

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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.

    Fri, 4/10/26

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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.

    Wed, 4/15/26

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  • 4th Annual Awesome Blossom Pickleball Tournament

    6 AM – 1 AM — Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club — $50 early registration — Compete for medals and prizes in a fun, skill-based tournament format.

    Fri, 4/17/26

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  • Wizard of Oz On Ice

    7-10 p.m. — Town Toyota Center — Tickets available — Experience the magical tale of Oz with a unique ice skating twist.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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  • El Dia Del Nino Community Health Fair

    2-6 p.m. — Methow Street Park — Free entry — Celebrate health and wellness with community activities focused on family and Latino health disparities.

    Sun, 4/26/26

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  • Legally Blonde

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $134 — Experience the high-energy performance of Legally Blonde live in Wenatchee.

    Wed, 4/29/26

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  • Legally Blonde

    7:30-11:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $130 — Experience the vibrant and entertaining musical adaptation of the beloved movie, Legally Blonde.

    Fri, 5/1/26

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  • Apple Blossom Run 2026

    12 AM — Triangle Park — Registration info available — Experience a unique 2K race challenge in the beautiful Wenatchee community.

    Sat, 5/2/26

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  • Legally Blonde Musical

    2-6 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $93 — Experience the vibrant musical adaptation of a beloved film in Wenatchee.

    Sun, 5/3/26

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