Good morning, Wenatchee.

Today the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society hired a full-time veterinarian and is now seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join its team.

The position will assist with spay, neuter and dental procedures, offers a salary from $54,000 to $63,400 (with a $2,500 sign on bonus or relocation assistance), and welcomes applicants with either experience or fresh training.

A two-acre brush fire in Derby Canyon forced three alarms Friday afternoon after an escaped burn pile ignited spot fires that threatened power lines and orchards on the 900 block of Derby Canyon Road—there was no risk to homes and a helicopter from Olympia was inbound—residents were asked to stay clear of the area.

Churches in Wenatchee have posted times for Easter worship services.

Many offer gatherings today and tomorrow with several options (for example, Sage Hills Church holds services at 3 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.) and readers should check with the churches for details.

After a seven-year hiatus, Write on the River (WOTR) will return with a Spring Writers Conference at Wenatchee Valley College to let local writers share ideas and learn new techniques.

Eastmont School District reached an agreement with the union when the Eastmont Education Association approved a $822,000 concession to keep at least seven teacher jobs—ensuring smaller classes and continued student support programs.

Two members of Congress, Cantwell and Schrier, visited Wenatchee today at Columbia Valley Community Health’s Behavioral Health Clinic—joining hospital executives, doctors, and community health stakeholders to discuss concerns over potential Medicaid cuts.

Wenatchee Mayor Mike Poirier said 'Yee haw, what a celebration' during the groundbreaking of the Confluence Parkway project today—shovels and two large excavators marked the start of construction.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest

10 PM – 10 PM — Wenatchee River Institute — Cost not provided — Experience birdwatching and wildflower walks in stunning natural beauty.

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.