Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
Good morning, Wenatchee.
🏘️ Community
Washington Way offers a program in Wenatchee that helps people recover and get back into their communities.
The group works with local agencies to give counseling, job training and housing support—its goal is to help people rebuild their lives.
The Wenatchee Riverfront Railway will resume service Aug.
9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. after a pause of 14 months due to park construction delays—locals can ride the miniature train for the first time in over a year.
🏛️ Government
Wenatchee Valley Fire Department upgraded its aerial fire-fighting with a refurbished 1962 Huey helicopter that arrived Sunday from Olympia to double its air response resources.
The $1.18 million project — funded partly by federal surplus parts — followed a decade-long effort that began after the Sleepy Hollow Fire and now boosts local fire readiness.
Wenatchee City Council approved changes to the city administrator position to update the office structure — the revisions will adjust responsibilities and aim to streamline city operations.
A rebuilt Vietnam War-era helicopter — years in the making by Wenatchee Valley Fire — landed in Malaga on Sunday afternoon.
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is struggling with seasonal staff shortages that affect work on popular recreation areas.
Forest employees say the staffing shortage may delay maintenance and management — they are working to address the issue this summer.
🎉 Wenatchee Events
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Neil Diamond Tribute: Taste of Whisky
6-8 p.m. — Circle 5 Winery — No cover charge — Experience the Kilted Crooner's tribute to Neil Diamond during a special Thirsty Thursday event.
Watercore Cider Poetry Night
6-8 p.m. — Watercore Cider — Free entry — Enjoy poetic verses from Martha Flores accompanied by music from James Bryant.
Curtis Roy Moore: Jimmy Buffett Concert
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Circle 5 Winery — Cost Info Not Provided — Enjoy a night of Jimmy Buffett songs with local legend Curtis Moore.
Petty Thief Live Concert
6-8 p.m. — Circle 5 Winery — $ — Experience an authentic tribute to Tom Petty with the no frills rock band Petty Thief from Seattle.
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