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Wenatchee
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Wenatchee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Wenatchee Valley are shifting their routines by brewing coffee at home with French presses and visiting local cafés like Cafe Colombia—moving away from chain stores such as Starbucks. The report also notes that some coffee drinkers adjust their dental routines by brushing before and after coffee to enhance flavor and protect their teeth. KPQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WSU Master Gardeners will offer fall gardening tips at the final Third Saturday in the Garden class on Oct. 18—featuring six brief presentations on seasonal topics before winter. This event will provide attendees with practical advice to prepare their gardens for the colder months. The Wenatchee World
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Douglas County PUD cut the ribbon on a new hydrogen plant in Baker Flats that uses a five megawatt electrolyzer to produce two metric tons of hydrogen each day and lower turbine maintenance. The project is the nation’s first renewable hydrogen facility owned by a public utility — General Manager Gary Ivory said it is part of the PUD’s future vision. KPQ
- ➤ The Lower Sugarloaf Fire, ignited by lightning on Aug. 31 east of Leavenworth, burned 42,955 acres and is now 90% contained thanks to cooler weather and calmer winds. Fire officials warn residents to avoid closure zones and hazardous areas—such as weakened trees and ash pits—until the forest is declared safe. KPQ
- ➤ Last month, the historic Sugarloaf Lookout on the Wenatchee River Ranger District was nearly threatened by the Lower Sugarloaf Fire but remained safe after firefighters wrapped it in fire-resistant material and installed a sprinkler system. Now that protective measures have been removed as the fire reached 90% containment, the 111-year-old post stands ready to welcome visitors next spring—showing its enduring resilience. KPQ
- ➤ Skywatchers will see the Orionid meteor shower peak on Oct. 21 under a dark, moonless sky—best viewed between midnight and 2 a.m. away from city lights as Earth passes through debris left by Halley’s Comet. KPQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pilot car crews guided vehicles along Highway 97 through the recently opened Blewett Pass—helping drivers safely navigate smoke, debris, and fire hazards as the Labor Mountain Fire burned. They worked around the clock to keep traffic moving during the emergency. The Wenatchee World
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Washington state officials confirmed an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza at a Moses Lake poultry facility after reports of sick birds on Oct. 7—veterinarians are on site to contain the virus and officials urge all poultry owners to strengthen biosecurity measures. This outbreak reminds the community of the importance of protecting both commercial and backyard flocks. KPQ
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2025 Fall Conference
9 AM – 12 PM — Wenatchee Convention Center — $410 Early Bird Rate available — Cultivate your excellence at the Washington State 911 Conference.
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Arturo Sandoval Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $55 — Experience the vibrant sounds of jazz from a 10-time Grammy Award winner.
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Monster Dash 5k & Little Goblin 1 Mile
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Walla Walla Point Park — Registration required — Get into the Halloween spirit with a fun 5K run or a shorter 1-mile option for little goblins.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your habits shape your identity, and your identity shapes your habits.
~ James Clear
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