Good Day
Wenatchee
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Wenatchee. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jane is a 1-year-old Chihuahua mix selected as the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society Pet of the Week—she is shy at first but warms into a loving companion in calm homes. The society welcomes visits from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. but is closed for walk-ins today, with adoptions available only by appointment. KPQ
- ➤ Ohme Gardens reopened Tuesday at 9 a.m. after a February wind storm uprooted trees and required helicopters to remove debris; the garden will operate daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Oct. 15 (Chelan County Commissioner Kevin Overbay praised the efforts). KPQ
- ➤ Wenatchee Valley EMS held a solemn procession through Wenatchee Tuesday to honor Assistant Chief Darin Radcliffe, who died on April 13th after 25 years of fire service. The route ran from Bett’s/Jones & Jones Funeral Home past key fire stations & ended near Sunnyslope fire station, reflecting deep respect for his legacy. KPQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Chelan County Regional Justice Center's kitchen team was honored with the 2024 Department of the Year Award after serving more than 151,000 meals for about 200 jail residents daily. The six-member team worked from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily — with inmates assisting in meal preparation — to help reduce tension in the jail. KPQ
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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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WASWD Spring Conference
Apr 29 – May 1 — Wenatchee Convention Center — Registration open — Network with colleagues and gain insights at the WASWD Spring Conference and Trade Show.
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Catch Me If You Can
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — No service fees — Experience an entertaining night out without the added costs.
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Rockfest 2025
8 AM – 2 PM — Icicle Creek Center for the Arts — $35 — Celebrate climbing and the outdoors with live music, clinics, and a bouldering competition.
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Occupation Exploration with WSDOT
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Washington State Department of Transportation North Central Region Headquarters — Free entry — Explore in-demand careers in transportation and learn from industry professionals.
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Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest
10 PM – 10 PM — Wenatchee River Institute — Cost not provided — Experience birdwatching and wildflower walks in stunning natural beauty.
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Canyon Community Multi-Family Garage Sale
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Western & Maple — Free entry — Explore treasures from multiple families in a fun community garage sale event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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