Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Wenatchee. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Atlas Fare earned a AAA Three Diamond designation, making it the only restaurant in Wenatchee to receive the award. It underwent a detailed inspection of its food, service, and guest experience and now offers dinner service Wednesday through Saturday at 137 North Wenatchee Avenue, Suite 103 in downtown. Wenatchee Business Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Brian Eastman, who first attended the Flywheel Conference in 2024, is now the Flywheel Fund Manager (for 2026) guiding early-stage capital toward startups that solve local challenges in Wenatchee Valley, aiming to strengthen the regional economy. Wenatchee Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Wenatchee Valley College students, Hailey Hopkins and Ethan Kamphaus, were named to the All-Washington Academic Team. Hopkins is an Eastmont High School senior accepted at the University of Washington — Kamphaus, a Running Start student headed to Montana State, is set to graduate in June. KPQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chelan PUD will host the Mid-C Clean Energy Expo featuring panels on hydropower, hydrogen, solar, and battery storage from noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 22 at Pybus Public Market in the LocalTel Event Center (registration is recommended). KPQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chelan County invites locals to tour its new Olds Station Campus on Thursday, Apr. 16 from 10 a.m. to noon at 425 Ohme Garden Road, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony set for 10:30 a.m. Officials encourage carpooling due to limited parking. KPQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Colonial Vista Post-Acute and Rehabilitation in Wenatchee Valley detected higher-than-normal Legionella in its water system over a month ago — immediately notifying Chelan-Douglas Health District and activating a treatment plan to control the Legionnaires’ disease outbreak. KPQ
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Legally Blonde Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets start at $130 — Experience a lively and entertaining rendition of Legally Blonde in Wenatchee.
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