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PUD Commissioners vote to hold off on a Fifth Street development proposal
WENATCHEE — Chelan County PUD commissioners unanimously voted to table selecting a development proposal for the PUD’s soon-to-be former headquarters on Fifth Street and Wenatchee Avenue and instead explore alternative options to prepare a decision by February 2023. Commissioners cited a lack of options and a need to address concerns as the driving force for their vote at its Monday board meeting. “We want to get it right.
Chelan to start designing new bicycle, pedestrian trail in 2023
CHELAN — The city of Chelan will debut a new 1.25-mile pedestrian and bicycle trail, Lakeside Trail, from Water Street to Woodin Avenue in 2024. While the city is budgeting $833,000 for the project, city officials are anticipating $2.15 million in grant funding for the project, as well. The city is setting aside $400,000 in its 2023 capital improvement budget for the multi-use trail design.
Beto O’Rourke Confronts Gov. Abbott At Texas Shooting Press Conference
Topline Democrat Beto O’Rourke upended a press conference about the Texas school shooting by Gov. Greg Abbott (R), his opponent in the upcoming governor’s race, claiming Abbott shared some blame for the tragedy, saying, “This is on you.” Key Facts O’Rourke could be heard saying, according to the Austin American-Statesman, “Until you choose to do something different, this will continue to happen,” before being drowned out by other on-stage officials, including Sen.
‘Enough Is Enough’: VP Harris Urges Action After 15 Killed In Texas Elementary School Shooting
Topline Vice President Kamala Harris called for “sensible public policy” changes on Tuesday, after a mass shooting at a Texas school left at least 14 students and one teacher dead—marking the deadliest U.S. elementary school shooting in nearly a decade. Key Facts “Enough is enough,” Harris said while speaking at an event Tuesday, calling for “reasonable and sensible public policy to ensure something like this never happens again.” Texas Gov.
15 Dead In Shooting At Texas Elementary School, Governor Says
Topline Fourteen students and one teacher were killed in a shooting at a Texas elementary school on Tuesday, Gov. Greg Abbott said in a press conference—and the suspected shooter is dead. Key Facts A school district in Uvalde—a small city west of San Antonio—announced that an elementary school faced an “active shooter” incident after 12 p.m. local time. Abbott said an 18-year-old alleged shooter is now deceased, and was likely killed by police.
Ford To Pay $19.2 Million In Multistate Settlement Over False Advertising Allegations
Topline Ford Motor Company agreed to pay $19.2 million to settle allegations of falsely advertising fuel economy ratings and payload capacity for certain pickup trucks and hybrid cars, though the company will not admit wrongdoing. Key Facts Ford will be paying out varying amounts of money to 40 states and the District of Columbia, which pursued a multistate investigation.
Walmart Pulls Juneteenth Ice Cream After Cold Social Media Response
Topline Walmart is backtracking on the release of its Junteenth ice cream after taking heat on social media for using the holiday as a marketing ploy to tout the ice cream under the guise of commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans.
MLB Suspends Yankees’ Josh Donaldson Amid Racism Allegation
Topline Major League Baseball on Monday handed down a one-game suspension and undisclosed fine to Josh Donaldson, a New York Yankees third baseman who referred to Black competitor Tim Anderson over the weekend as “Jackie,” a reference to Jackie Robinson that Anderson viewed as racist—but Donaldson is appealing the league’s punishment.
Cancer And Dementia Patients Face Higher Risk Of Breakthrough Covid, Studies Find
Topline Vaccinated people with cancer or dementia face a higher risk of contracting breakthrough Covid-19 infections, according to a pair of new studies, leading researchers to argue high-risk patients still need extra measures to protect themselves from the coronavirus.
Daniil Medvedev Won’t Challenge Wimbledon Ban On Russian And Belarussian Players
Topline Daniil Medvedev, the second-ranked men’s tennis player, won’t take the All England Club to court over its decision to ban Russian and Belarusan players from Wimbledon, after countries and companies alike distance themselves from Russian ties. Key Facts “I’m not a lawyer,” and won’t be challenging the decision, Medvedev told reporters before the French Open on Friday, according to Reuters. The player harbored hope the ban would be lifted after the April decision, according to Reuters.
CDC Recommends Third Pfizer Covid Shot For Children 5 To 11
Topline Children between five and 11 will now be able to receive a Pfizer booster shot five months after receiving the primary two-dose round, following CDC director Rochelle Walensky’s endorsement of a panel recommendation two days after the Food and Drug Administration approved boosters for the age group, and as Covid cases are on the rise again in the U.S. Key Facts The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted Thursday 11 to 1 to recommend signing off boosters and the...
House Approves Bill To Ban Gasoline ‘Price-Gouging’-But It’s Unlikely To Pass In Senate
Topline Legislation designed to ban oil companies from excessively bumping up gas prices was passed by the House on Thursday, but it faces an uncertain fate in the Senate, as Americans face record-high prices at the pump and gas tops $4 per gallon in all 50 states. Key Facts The bill, titled the Consumer Fuel Price Gouging Prevention Act, passed the House in a 217-207 vote, with every Republican and four Democrats voting nay. Democratic Reps.
サル痘、米で今年初の患者 英では市中感染発生か
米マサチューセッツ州公衆衛生局は18日、州内在住の男性1人からサル痘ウイルスの陽性反応が出たと発表した。米国でサル痘感染が確認されたのは今年初。男性は最近カナダに渡航していたという。アフリカ中西部特有の感染症であるサル痘は欧州で30以上の感染例・疑い例が報告されており、各国が調査を進めている。 英国では今月上旬、今年初のサル痘感染が報告され、これまでに9人の感染が確認されている。英保健安全保障庁（UKHSA）のスーザン・ホプキンス主席医療顧問は「まれで異常」な状況だとし、感染源の特定を急いでいると述べている。 医療系ニュースサイト「スタット」によると、サル痘はスペインでも8人の感染が疑われ、保健当局が調査を行っている。ポルトガルでも20例が調査されており、うち5例では感染が確認されたという。 スペインの保健当局者は英紙ガーディアンの取材に、サル痘ウイルスが大規模に広がっているとは考えにくいものの、その可能性は「排除できない」と語っている。...
NY州当局がTwitchらを捜査、10人死亡の銃乱射「ライブ中継」で
ニューヨーク州のレティシア・ジェームズ司法長官は5月18日、バッファローで10人を殺害した銃乱射事件の容疑者が、その犯行の模様のライブ中継に使用したTwitchやDiscordなどのプラットフォームの捜査を開始した。 今回の捜査の焦点は、Twitchや4chan、8chan、Discordなどのプラットフォームが、犯人のライブ中継や殺害計画の宣伝を助けたかどうかを確認することにある。 司法長官は、犯人がこのような攻撃の計画を事前に投稿し、それがライブ中継されてしまったことが、「非常に恐ろしく、理解しがたいことだ」と述べた。 容疑者のペイトン・ゲンドロン（Payton Gendron）は、少なくとも昨年12月から、チャットアプリのDiscordなどに犯行計画を掲載し、事件現場である食料品店のレイアウトなどを共有していた。ゲンドロンは、アマゾン傘下のTwitchで犯行の模様をライブ中継したが、Twitchは犯行が始まってから2分足らずでストリームを削除したと述べている。...
First U.S. Monkeypox Case Of 2022 Reported In Massachusetts
Topline A Massachusetts resident tested positive for monkeypox on Tuesday after traveling to Canada, health officials said Wednesday, becoming the first case in the U.S. this year as European countries investigate over 30 potential cases. Dr David Fleming addressing the press at a CDC briefing, updating the public on the spread of the ...
New York AG Investigating Social Media Platforms Used By Buffalo Shooting Suspect
Topline New York Attorney General Letitia James opened an investigation Wednesday into Twitch, Discord and other social media platforms on which the man accused of carrying out a shooting spree that killed 10 in Buffalo on Saturday allegedly penned his plans for his attack or live-streamed the early minutes of it. Buffalo Police on scene at a Tops Friendly Market on May 14, 2022 in Buffalo, New York.
South Carolina Becomes 16th State To Ban Transgender Student Athlete Participation
Topline South Carolina banned transgender student athletes from sports that align with their gender identity in public schools and colleges Monday when Gov. Henry McMaster unceremoniously signed the bill tagged "Save Women's Sports Act" into law. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster speaks to the crowd during the debut event for the Dreamliner ... [+] Getty Images Key Facts Key Background The bill, introduced by Republican Rep.
Spain Considering Bill To Strengthen Abortion Rights And Provide Menstrual Sick Leave
Topline The Spanish government introduced women's reproductive health legislation Tuesday that would do away with the requirement for parental consent for older teens to receive an abortions and permi paid sick time for menstrual pain. The Minister of Equality, Irene Montero, participates in an appearance after the meeting of the ...
Biden Administration Eases Trump-Era Cuba Restrictions
Topline The Biden Administration will add flights from the United States to Cuba, let U.S. residents send more money to Cubans and restore a program designed to help Cuban relatives of U.S. citizens dodge the wait for a visa, the State Department said Monday, part of a rollback of Trump-era restrictions designed to alleviate a "humanitarian crisis" in the island nation.
Alleged Gunman In Deadly California Church Shooting Fueled By Hate For Taiwan, Police Say
Topline A man accused of carrying out a deadly shooting at a church in Southern California on Sunday was fueled by hatred for Taiwanese people, authorities said Monday. Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes, center, speaks to the media about the shooting at the Geneva ... [+] MediaNews Group via Getty Images Key Facts The alleged gunman, 68-year-old David Chou, was acting on "a grievance" with the Taiwanese community, Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes said at a press conference Monday.
California Law Requiring Women On Corporate Boards Ruled Unconstitutional
Topline A Los Angeles judge ruled unconstitutional a state law mandating public companies save a board seat for women, unraveling one of the linchpins of the state's 2018 attempt at increasing gender equity. California's Bear Flag in San Francisco. The first official version of the Bear Flag was adopted by ...
70 Starbucks Locations Have Now Voted To Unionize
Topline Three Starbucks stores voted to unionize Friday, bringing the total to 70 stores as the drive to unionize the coffee chain gains momentum. The Starbucks logo hangs outside one of the company's cafes in Northwich, England. Getty Images Key Facts Key Background Howard Schultz, who stepped back into the role of CEO in an interim capacity in April, worked to quash unionization efforts during his prior stints with the company, and in a leaked April video, he criticized.
Vaccines Could Have Prevented At Least 318,000 Deaths, Study Suggests
Topline A minimum of 318,000 Covid-19 related deaths spanning from January 2021 to April 2022 would have been avoided with readily available vaccines, based on research spearheaded by Brown University and Microsoft AI Health, suggesting vaccine skepticism or lack of vaccine availability led to preventable fatalities. Key Facts If states had maintained the momentum of their peak vaccine demand, the 641,000 deaths that came after vaccines were available could’ve been slashed by over half.
「失神チャレンジ」で死亡した少女の母親がTikTokを提訴
TikTokとその親会社のバイトダンスは、当時10歳の少女のナイラ・アンダーソン（Nylah Anderson）がアプリ上で流行した失神チャレンジ（ブラックアウト・チャレンジ）に参加して死亡したことで、訴訟を起こされた。 少女の母親のタワインナ・アンダーソンは、娘が2021年12月に窒息死した原因は、TikTokのプロダクトの欠陥と過失によるものだと5月12日に提出した訴状で述べている。 今回の訴訟で原告は、アンダーソンが死亡した原因が、彼女の「For You Page」に問題のトレンドを表示したTikTokのアルゴリズムにあると述べている。ブラックアウト・チャレンジの参加者は、息を止めたり家庭にあるアイテムで自分の首を絞め、脳を酸欠状態にすることで陶酔感を味わっていたという。 このチャレンジでは、2021年1月に死亡した10歳のイタリア人の少女を含むほかの4人の子供が亡くなったとされている。...
TikTok Faces Algorithm Related Lawsuit After Child Dies From Viral 'Blackout' Challenge
Topline TikTok and its parent company, Bytedance, are being sued and blamed for negligence and a defective product as a result of its algorithm after 10-year-old Nylah Anderson died from participating in a choking challenge that circulated on the app The logo of the social network application Tik Tok on the screen of a phone.
FEMA Approves Funding To Tackle Wildfire Torching Affluent Area Of Southern California
Topline California was awarded funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency on Thursday to fight an unusually intense early season wildfire that has torched coastal neighborhoods packed with multi-million dollar mansions in Southern California's Orange County Firefighters battle the Coastal fire at Coronado Pointe in Laguna Niguel Wednesday.
Benton City Contractor Allegedly Scams Over $100,000 from Royal City Towing
A family owned towing company in Royal City is alleging a Benton City based contractor conned the family out of $107,600. Our news partner iFiberone is reporting Royal City Towing alleged Pulido & Sons LLC entered into an agreement in September 2021 for the construction of three separate shop buildings with the project’s deadline set for the end of 2021. The family put down $107,600 in cash for the project.
Washington State Faces Uptick in Catalytic Converter Thefts
State Farm released data that reveals a staggering 2,200% increase in catalytic converter thefts in Washington state. The state ranks no. 4 in the country for this type of crime. “We registered 874 of these claims when in the previous period, that number was just 38 so it’s a very very steep increase,” said Jordi Ortega, State Farm public affairs. The information was collected between July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 and compared to the previous 12 months.
Arson Suspected in Church Fires
Two structure fires Sunday morning in Brewster have investigators believing in a possible arson. According to the Brewster Police Department, both fires occurred at churches in central Brewster. One fire happened at New Testament Baptist Church in the 400 block of Hanson Avenue and is under investigation. The other occurred at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on 5th Street and has already been ruled intentional by investigators. The churches sit roughly a block from each other.
Douglas County Commissioners Conduct Hearing for Transparency Efforts
Posted By: Kalie Drago February 5, 2020 The community is invited to a public hearing on February 18 as the Douglas County Board of Commissioners consider a resolution to open collective bargaining negotiations to the public. “The reason we’re doing that is because the Board of county Commissioners places a high value on transparency,” said Commissioner Marc Straub.
Grassroots Local Library Created for Autistic and Neurodivergent Community
Posted By: Kalie Drago September 5, 2019 One Wenatchee woman, Christina-Marie Wright, has planted a seed for a library to support and represent autistic and other neurodivergent people within its book stacks in North Central Washington.
Drones Will Soon Be a Tool for Advancing Salmon Conservation Efforts
Posted By: Kalie Drago August 27, 2019 Nothing fishy about a drone lingering near certain areas of the upper valley, it’s only an element of salmon conservation efforts. Starting in September, a drone will soon be hovering over three areas of the Upper Wenatchee River watershed. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and Washington State University is embarking on a research project to utilize drone technology as a tool for advancing summer Chinook salmon conservation efforts.
Opportunity For Health Projects to Receive Funding Unfolds in NCW
An opportunity to add fresh efforts and organizations to the available health avenues for North Central Washington just unfolded. North Central Accountable Community of Health (NCACH) is part of a statewide initiative and allocated $450,000 to funnel into local and regional health efforts in Chelan, Grant, Douglas and Okanogan counties.
Opioid Response Conference ignites important conversations
You are here Premium Content»News»Opioid Response Conference ignites important conversations Published by admin on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 2:36pm It is a staggering fact that drug overdoses are the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 50 and it's difficult to understand the degree that the undercurrent opioid drug issue has fermenting a deadly epidemic. The group Pathways to Prevention formed a public forum for brainstorming and sharing ideas on opioid preventing.
Group funding debated between council members
Despite a few city council members excused absences, the city council managed to debate, learn and delegate much of their to do list at the March 12 study session. With a series of group funding requests along with a series of visitors, there was a lot to sift through. Representing Chelan County PUD was Dan Frazier to brief the council on the new Service Center in Olds Station - a preview before the upcoming open house, public invited, at the Chelan County 3 station on March 20.
Carl Florea eyes Mayor's seat
You are here Premium Content»News»Carl Florea eyes Mayor's seat Published by admin on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 1:57pm Familiar face, steady contributor to the community in several forms and long time resident of Leavenworth - Carl Florea has recently announced his intentions to run in the upcoming 2019 position for mayor of the City of Leavenworth. "(I'm running for mayor because) the timing was right and the fact I think we can do a lot more and I think the city needs to and can," said Florea.
Board member position opens on Leavenworth Mosquito District
You are here Premium Content»News»Board member position opens on Leavenworth Mosquito District Published by admin on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 2:47pm Those with an inclination or desire to contribute to the Leavenworth Mosquito Control District have an opportunity to pitch themselves as a possible future board member. With long time board member and original president of the mosquito district, Tom Guthrie, exiting the board, there is an open position.
Wellington Disaster comes to life in new book
Published by admin on Wed, 02/27/2019 - 12:51pm The Cascade Mountains set a beautiful backdrop for Leavenworth and trains rattling on tracks near town is a common form of transportation for those coming and going. However on March 1, 1910 these two elements, two trains and the Cascade Mountains, were a part of the formula that formed a historical tragedy - the Wellington Disaster. The Wellington Disaster was the worst train disaster in history and one of the deadliest avalanches in America.
Wellington Distaster comes to life in new book
Published by admin on Wed, 02/27/2019 - 12:51pm The Cascade Mountains set a beautiful backdrop for Leavenworth and trains rattling on tracks near town is a common form of transportation for those coming and going. However on March 1, 1910 these two elements, two trains and the Cascade Mountains, were a part of the formula that formed a historical tragedy - the Wellington Disaster. The Wellington Disaster was the worst train disaster in history and one of the deadliest avalanches in America.
Upper Valley Museum prepares for future - but first, a hiatus
You are here Premium Content»News»Upper Valley Museum prepares for future - but first, a hiatus Published by admin on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 3:11pm A long time tourist attraction and a celebrated local archive is closing its doors temporarily to prepare for an upcoming transition to a new location - the Upper Valley Museum, operated by the Upper Valley Historical Society, has decided to move out of its former home on Division Street to a new, currently unnamed, spot.
A good samaritan in the form of local market, Martin's
You are here Premium Content»School News»A good samaritan in the form of local market, Martin's Published by admin on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 1:04pm In a close knit, small town like Cashmere, a majority of community members and local businesses lend a helping hand to the highly praised Cashmere School District. Martin's Market, the local grocery store, and its owner Phil Blackburn, are part of the community that's contributions make an impact every year.
New Queen of Cashmere has been crowned
You are here Premium Content»News»New Queen of Cashmere has been crowned Published by admin on Mon, 02/18/2019 - 9:38am Six bold Cashmere girls took the stage at the Cashmere Middle School auditorium on Sunday, February 17 for a chance to become 2019's Cashmere Royalty.
Snowmobile accidents leads to injury, helicopter transportation
You are here Premium Content»News»Snowmobile accidents leads to injury, helicopter transportation Published by admin on Mon, 02/18/2019 - 9:49am According to a press release from Chelan County Sheriff's office, a 39 year old male, Benjamin Hayden, suffered an injury after an afternoon snowmobile accident on February 15. The accident occurred near Sugarloaf Lookout and about 12 miles north of Leavenworth.
Cascade Medical levy passes
Published by admin on Fri, 02/15/2019 - 9:30am Some of us have been eyeing the month of February on the calendar excitedly for Valentine's Day, but Cascade Medical Center has been anxious about the Feb. 12 ballot and the outcome for the Cascade Medical Emergency Medical Service levy. And just like that co-worker who received a dozen roses and chocolate, the Cascade Medical Center wasn't disappointed. With 79.9% voting yes, the levy passed.
Beaver Valley Surplus continues on
You are here Premium Content»School News»Beaver Valley Surplus continues on Published by admin on Fri, 02/15/2019 - 10:45am An item that has rotated on and off the school board agenda for quite some time will have a final decision made by February 25, according to Cascade Superintendent Bill Motsenocker. At the February 18 school board meeting discussion brewed around the property and there are four possible options for how to go about selling the 5.37 acres.
A poetry slam for teens
Any aspiring Emily Dickensons or Shakespeares, those with an affinity for poetry or even just teens proud of where they're from - all of the above, as long as they were between the ages 14-19 or 9th-12 grade, were invited to submit a poem by February 15. After weeding through submissions, the top 15 poems and the poet behind them was promised the opportunity to perform at the minor league poetry slam.
An update on Adventure Park - and other business
Leavenworth City Council closed the February 12 meeting with updating the community on some individuals favorite hot button topic, Alpine Adventure Park. After the last City Council meeting that had a crammed audience and robust public comment period, this meeting was relatively quiet. However, in between the initial roll call and heads up on the theme park, a lot of business was tended to in City Hall.
City council members refreshed on social media etiquette
The council congregated for their first 8:30 a.m. study session, looking refreshed from that extra thirty minute leeway. And speaking of being refreshed, guest speaker Emily Guildner dropped in to refresh city council on how to navigate the tricky world of social media and engaging with constituents at the February 12 study session in City Hall. “It’s very easy for us to over speak on social media,” said Mayor Cheri Farivar.
Cashmere City Council reflects on public workshop
The first February City Council meeting for Cashmere fell on a snowy evening - but unlike the frosty weather, the council was fired up and ready to tackle some items brought up at the public workshop that took place in January. On February 11, the council gathered to discuss the community’s suggestions, some fee tweaks and contracts.
Controversy surrounding commercial lodging project
Despite the chill outside and mid-day timing when most would either like to be snug in a blanket or supposed to be starting their day in the office - the public hearing surrounding the commercial lodging on State Highway 2 brought forth an impressive turn out. On Monday, February 11 at 10 a.m., many Leavenworth residents, along with the interested applicant and contractor, Josh Fletcher, gathered in City Hall.
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