Good Day
Wenatchee
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Wenatchee. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Monday's meeting, Chelan PUD unveiled its preliminary 2026 budget forecasting a $128M surplus while operating costs are expected to rise 9% due to planned projects like a spillway repair at Rock Island Dam and new substations in Leavenworth and Wenatchee — the board will finalize details at budget hearings Nov. 17 and Dec. 1. KPQ
- ➤ Washington law now says drivers may make U-turns only when it is safe, with at least a 500 ft view and no business district nearby — making a U-turn on a curve or hill can lead to a fine of $136 that sometimes doubles in high-risk areas. The rules aim to keep roads safe near schools, construction sites, and busy traffic zones. KPQ
- ➤ Washington’s Move Over Law requires drivers to move over or slow down 10 mph below the speed limit when passing emergency vehicles — but compliance remains low and state traffic officials say new federal funds will boost outreach efforts to protect roadside workers. KPQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows Washington's cancer rate is lower—439.7 cases per 100,000 people compared to the national rate of 444.4—and health experts recommend lifestyle changes such as eating well and exercising to further reduce cancer risks. The report stresses that regular screenings and avoiding tobacco can help protect residents from cancer. KPQ
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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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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.
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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.
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