Good morning, Wenatchee.

Hikers and bikers on the Apricot Crisp Trail spotted active bluebird nests at Horse Lake Reserve, showing early success for the bluebird nesting project.

Project officials will keep monitoring nest activity—tracking bluebird numbers—for future updates.

Builders in north central Washington say a new executive order—signed last week by Gov. Bob Ferguson—could limit competition by making it harder for small companies to win bids.

Wenatchee River Salmon Festival

10 AM – 5 PM — Rocky Reach Dam Discovery Center — Free entry — Celebrate the annual return of salmon with family-friendly activities and local exhibits.

Barrel & Keg Festival: Whisky Trail

6 p.m. — Circle 5 Winery — Check details for entry — Enjoy classic rock from the award-winning Whisky Trail at this annual festival.

Plug-In NCW's 3rd Annual EV Line Up

7:30-9:30 a.m. — Pybus Public Market — Free entry — Meet fellow EV enthusiasts while enjoying coffee and breakfast at this electric vehicle showcase.

Leavenworth Oktoberfest

6:30 AM — Leavenworth Festhalle — Tickets on sale July 1st — Celebrate with local and German beers, music, and family-friendly activities in America’s Bavarian capital.

2025 Fall Conference

9 AM – 12 PM — Wenatchee Convention Center — $410 Early Bird Rate available — Cultivate your excellence at the Washington State 911 Conference.