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Wenatchee
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Wenatchee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society (1474 S. Wenatchee Ave) is offering three six-month-old guinea pig brothers named Banana Split, Milkshake, and Sundae for adoption daily from 12:30pm to 5:30pm. KPQ
- ➤ Today, Wenatchee Valley Farmers Market celebrated National Farmers Market Week as a community hub where residents shopped for fresh local produce — the event underscored the market's role in supporting local vendors. The Wenatchee World
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A gas pump explosion at Wenatchee’s Quick Stop on Ferry Street destroyed two motorcycles on Friday night and left the riders unharmed—fire officials are reviewing footage to determine the cause. KPQ
- ➤ A structure fire on Lake Wenatchee’s north shore occurred Monday morning and spread into surrounding woods—triggering a Level 2 evacuation notice for nearby homes. The Wenatchee World
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Claire’s has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will close nearly 20 stores on September 7 — one closure is set in Washington — as the retailer seeks to raise cash by selling assets amid shifting shopping habits and increased mall competition. KPQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Highway 2 at milepost 94 near Leavenworth will close twice for 45 minutes on Aug. 13 for a slope stabilization project between Stevens Pass and Tumwater Canyon—local drivers should plan alternate routes. The Wenatchee World
- ➤ Wenatchee Mayor Poirier has named Police Chief Edgar Reinfeld as interim city administrator to take over after Laura Gloria steps down on August 29 — the City Council will vote on the appointment on August 14 as the city begins its national search for a permanent administrator. KPQ
- ➤ The former executive director of the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust filed a federal lawsuit alleging discrimination and wrongful termination after board members allegedly made sexist remarks—comments she says hurt her work. The suit is ongoing and will be heard in court as the process moves forward. The Wenatchee World
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Chelan High School athlete Ryan Rainville had his heart condition detected during a free screening by the Nick of Time Foundation and received timely surgery; he is doing well. Rainville will volunteer at the August 15 screening at the Chelan Community Gym to support free heart exams for young people. Wenatchee Business Journal
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