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Wenatchee
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Wenatchee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ WSU and local experts are driving innovation in Wenatchee orchards as the Cosmic Crisp apple—bred at WSU in 2019—gains ground along with top varieties like Gala this season. The development shows how local growers are strengthening the region’s position as a leader in apple production. KPQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vivian Edwards is now the Branch Librarian for Chelan and Manson libraries—she stepped into this role following the retirements of longtime librarians and will guide the upcoming renovations, with the Manson Library already updated and Chelan Library planning renovations later in October. Edwards, who joined NCW Libraries in July, looks forward to building lasting relationships with local library patrons. KPQ
- ➤ Eastmont High School will host a concert tribute that honors three firefighters who died ten years ago battling the Twisp River Fire in Okanogan County. The choral piece memorializes their sacrifice—reflecting their enduring legacy in the Wenatchee Valley. The Wenatchee World
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grant PUD stated that steep labor and capital cost increases for 2026 will likely force customer rate hikes as it shifts toward higher-cost clean energy sources—such as wind, solar, battery and possibly nuclear—to supplement its dams. The $706 million budget includes plans for 88 new positions and dam upgrade projects, with commissioners set to vote on it in December. KPQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services now offers ElliQ— a small AI helper that gives medication and appointment reminders, encourages movement and conversation, and helps seniors stay engaged— to Medicaid clients through its Roads to Community Living program. The device supports older adults in moving from care facilities to living at home while easing loneliness. KPQ
- ➤ Health professionals warn that children face dental risks and choking hazards from high-sugar treats as a list identifies seven types of Halloween candy—bubblegum, candy corn, caramel, jawbreakers, lollipops, sour patch candies and taffy—that parents should check before allowing trick-or-treat loot. KPQ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This fall, visitors can take Washington’s Haunted Heart Road Trip—a 3- to 4-day journey from Wenatchee to Spokane that will include haunted inns, ghostly landmarks and eerie sites. The route will feature stops at historic hotels and secret locations that promise a mix of fun and fright for families brave enough to explore. KPQ
- ➤ Lemolo Cafe and Deli in Wenatchee Valley offers a French dip sandwich made with fresh-baked bread, thinly sliced roast beef, sautéed mushrooms and homemade au jus—served with a scratch-made brownie for dessert. The cafe was updated by brothers Zeb and Avery in 2005 after purchasing it from Ron Mirada and continues to prepare its menu from scratch. KPQ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cory Feil, a lifelong Seattle Mariners fan in Wenatchee, says baseball is more than a game — it is his way of keeping cherished memories alive while he dreams of an October gold postseason. The Wenatchee World
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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 fee applies — Get ready for a spooky running event featuring both a 5K and a shorter 1-mile option.
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Happy Halloween: Whisky Trail at Circle 5 Winery
6-10 p.m. — Circle 5 Winery — Cost unspecified — Dress in your Halloween costume and enjoy classic rock covers from the award-winning Whisky Trail band.
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123 Andres Concert
6:00–7:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $130 — Experience the musical joy of 123 Andres in a vibrant performance.
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iLuminate Artist of Light
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Numerica Performing Arts Center — $30 - $50 — Experience an electrifying fusion of technology, dance, and music that has captivated audiences worldwide.
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Apple Pie Smackdown
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Watercore Cider — $5 entry — Taste delicious apple pies and help crown the valley's best apple pie at this fun community event.
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