Good morning, Wenatchee.

Amazon announced that 2,303 corporate workers, including 600 software engineers, were laid off in Washington as part of a wider cut of 14,000 jobs affecting offices in Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Spokane and Pasco.

The move comes as the company shifts its focus toward AI and automation in its operations.

Employees in an office have embraced a playful Halloween tradition as Mort the decoration first appeared on October 1 and is moved to different spots each day (with coworkers adding their own creative twists) and will leave on November 1 if no Santa hat is found.

The tradition also includes a new decoration, the Big Giant Head (with animated eyes) that brings extra spooky fun for everyone.

Blewett Pass is a scenic drive with a narrow, weathered road running alongside the modern highway that shows a remnant of the original Sunset Highway route.

A video from Kevin Ohme sparked interest on Wenatchee Valley History and revealed that Forest Service Road 7312 connects the Ingalls Creek trailhead to Old Blewett Pass — a reminder of Washington’s past — for local explorers.

Farmers in North Central Washington harvest nearly 100,000 acres of sweet corn each year—Kallstrom corn from Ephrata thrives under sunny skies.

Locals say they check corn husk thickness and wolly worm colors to predict if a harsher winter is coming.

Washington’s Icicle River is set to open for coho salmon retention from Nov.

1 to Nov. 30 in two areas: one from 800 feet upstream of the river mouth to 500 feet downstream of the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery Barrier Dam and another from the shoreline at Cyo Road near Sleeping Lady Resort to the Icicle Peshastin Irrigation Footbridge. The rules require coho to be at least 12 inches long, limit anglers to two fish per day, ban bait, and prohibit night fishing — ensuring a regulated season for sport fishing.

Chelan County urges residents to move vehicles from county roadways before snow plowing begins—county officials warn that vehicles left in the no parking zones may be removed or impounded with fees.

Cancer rates have risen among those aged 20 to 40 as experts say a good diet, exercise, and knowing your family history can help lower risks—obesity and alcohol use also add to the trouble while studies continue on chemical risks.

Researchers note that many lifestyle choices are within our control to help reduce cancer risk.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hands-On Bike Maintenance Workshop Series

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Ridge Cyclesport — Registration required — Master bike maintenance skills in this hands-on 3-part workshop series designed for all bike enthusiasts.

Give NCW Turkey Trot

9-11 a.m. — Pybus Public Market — Registration fees apply — Kick off the holiday season with timed 5K and 10K races plus a free kids run amidst the scenic Apple Capital Loop.