Good morning, Wenatchee.

Quill, a cheerful three-year-old Pit Bull with a bright smile, is ready for adoption at the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society at 1474 South Wenatchee Avenue—staff say he quickly learns new tricks and loves spending time with his people.

The shelter is open for adoptions today until 5:30 p.m.

Local artisans put in long, quiet hours to build a vibrant Día de los Muertos altar that shows candles, marigolds, and sugar skulls—demonstrating the deep tradition behind the celebration.

Their work sets the stage for a meaningful display of culture for Wenatchee residents.

Officials at the Washington State Apple Blossom Festival are looking for a queen and two princesses to represent the Wenatchee Valley as the 2026 Apple Blossom Royalty—details on application criteria and deadlines have not yet been released.

Connor began his radio career in the mid-1980s at KCMU and later worked at stations like KUBE 93 before joining KW3, where he has connected with North Central Washington listeners for 18 years + continues to celebrate pop music by praising modern stars like Taylor Swift as the modern-day Elvis Presley.

Krampuslauf in Leavenworth will take place on Saturday, November 29th from 7 pm to 10 pm at Front Street Park, offering a free event where groups show off traditional Austrian folklore with wooden masks and fur suits (organized by Krampus Seattle).

Chelan-Douglas Health District’s Nurse-Family Partnership earned Washington’s highest fidelity score by pairing nurses with first-time parents to support family health.

Since its launch in 2019, the program has served 211 local families—demonstrating its strong impact on improving health outcomes.

A study finds Washington households spend only $2.50 for LED holiday light displays while typical incandescent displays cost $16.87 in other areas—residents save money by choosing LED lights.

The report also shows costs can be much higher in places like Hawaii for both LED and incandescent bulbs.

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.