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Today - For years, the Wenatchee School District has seen declining enrollment with the drop projected to continue. With that trend comes a decrease in state funding. Now districts like Wenatchee are starting to deal with the fallout. And later - A master of classical North Indian music is performing in Leavenworth this weekend. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Douglas County Superior Court judge sentenced an East Wenatchee financial advisor who police say defrauded former clients to eight years in prison. And later - Fans flock to the Gorge Amphitheatre for another year of concerts and camping. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Cashmere bug farm that produces animal feed and fertilizer, Beta Hatch, is pursuing a $400,000 state grant to set up shop in Wenatchee. And later - we’re excited to highlight another 2023 Community Impact Award winner. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - The use of 14 water faucets in Vale Elementary, Cashmere Middle School and Cashmere High School has been discontinued after four rounds of testing indicated elevated lead levels. And later - we’re excited to highlight another 2023 Community Impact Award winner.   Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - The parents of an Eastmont School District student are suing the district for allegedly discriminating against their son on the basis of his disability. And later - we’re excited to highlight another 2023 Community Impact Award winner. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison has appointed new officers to his top staff to change the agency's culture.  And later - we’re excited to highlight 2023 Community Impact Award winners. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Thanks to community members like you, the Leavenworth ski and snowboard program is thriving! And later - Wenatchee kicks off the 'MegaKittrick' project with a groundbreaking! Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Leavenworth nonprofit is looking for help finding a stolen salmon sculpture created by an indigenous artist. And later - Two Tacoma residents were charged in connection to three Washington massage parlors — two of which were in Wenatchee — that investigators say operated as a front for prostitution. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - The Wenatchee School Board unanimously moved Tuesday for superintendent candidate Kory Kalahar to serve in the role in an interim capacity on a two-year contract.  And later - Joseph Hunter knows first-hand the benefit a support network can have on someone with a drug addiction. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A bill that requires school districts to adopt an inclusive curriculum passed the Senate on Tuesday. And later - From sisters-in-law became business partners. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Governor Jay Inslee visited Leavenworth last week to meet with local elected officials and nonprofit organizations to discuss the shortage of affordable, workforce housing in the area. And later - Think first, paint later. That’s how artist Allen Gossett approaches a creative process. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Law enforcement have identified the three people who died Sunday afternoon after a snow slide near Colchuck Lake. And later - Colorful and whimsical performances of 'Alice' will showcase the creativity of Stage Kids.   Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Chelan County PUD commissioners voted unanimously to establish anchor tenants. And later - After decades of development, a display of ceramics by Ruth E. Allan is at the MAC Gallery. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - The Side Street Cashmere, a self proclaimed “neighborhood hub,” debuted its boutique vacation rental at a grand opening party last week. And later - Since 2012, Team Naturaleza has provided Spanish language environmental education for Spanish speakers who want to learn about the outdoors. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - The number of unsheltered people surveyed locally has decreased about 14% from 2022, but that may not reflect the reality of the situation. And later - A former Wenatchee library manager has taken a position at the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A new trio of Wenatchee Valley girls were crowned Apple Blossom Royalty for 2023 at the Royalty Selection Pageant. And later - The Wenatchee Public Library will be hosting an Anti-Valentine’s Day Party today to allow broken-hearted tweens and teens with a safe space to escape the pressure of the national day of love. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Forty-four pallet shelters will arrive at the Wenatchee Rescue Mission in April. And later - North Central Washington Bridal Premierè is coming up later this month. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - The Wenatchee School Board has selected four superintendent candidates to move ahead to the next steps of the district’s interview process. And later - Chelan County PUD entered into a 20-year contract with Puget Sound Energy. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - High School senior Luke Byrd is educating people on how to preserve the natural beauty of our parks. And later - Sonia Ramsey has chosen more than 20 pieces of art to be installed in the front room of the freshly renovated Two Rivers Art Gallery for the month of February. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - The unemployment rate for North Central Washington ticked up over a percentage point to 6.1% in December. And later - The Wenatchee Valley College Foundation has partnered with the NCW Hispanic Empowerment fund to award scholarships to WVC students. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.