Good morning, Wenatchee.

Wenatchee leaders launched a bike program to curb gang influence by collecting curved bike frames, tires and other parts, and two community members are coordinating collections (the effort is ongoing to offer healthy alternatives).

Dave Bernstein is a Brand Manager for Townsquare Media in Wenatchee who has worked in broadcast media since 1983 and hosts an afternoon talk show and newscast on digital platforms—he moved from California in the 70s and has made Wenatchee his home.

The Cascade Medical Foundation awarded $5,600 in scholarships to seven Cascade Medical employees through its Mark Judy Memorial Caregiver Education Fund—supporting employee education and professional development.

Two Cascade High School seniors were named as Washington state's nominees for the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.

Wenatchee voters will decide on a two-tenths addition to the sales tax on the August ballot—this measure will fund repairs for the city's deteriorating roads.

Wenatchee’s MegaKittrick project was recognized today as Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association for uniting three federal projects to improve traffic safety — it combined a new traffic signal, pedestrian upgrades, and work toward a future railway underpass while overcoming COVID-19 and supply chain challenges.

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.