Osoyoos Lake levels low this winter, but they’re beginning to rise
Lake levels were low this winter due to low precipitation, but levels are starting to rise as water is held back for summer.
Legislature passes Short bills addressing wolf predation, DNR appeals
Bills addressing wolf population growth and establishing an appeals process for burn permit violation are heading to the governor’s desk.
Oroville will seek approval of new six-year EMS Levy
The Oroville City Council approved Resolution #595 authorizing the city to seek renewal of the six-year EMS levy in an election Aug. 5.
Colville National Forest begins Prescribed Fire Operations
The Colville National Forest announced April 16 that it is beginning prescribed fire operations on the Tonasket, Republic, Three Rivers and Newport Ranger Districts.
Tonasket School District to offer free Summer Food Service for kids
Tonasket School District will be sponsoring the Summer Food Service Program with free meals for children up to age 18.
Board commends Knowledge Bowl Team on their success
Superintendent Kevin Young commended the THS Knowledge Bowl team, which recently achieved an impressive second-place finish at state.
Free screenings of Our Mr. Matsura documentary to premiere in Omak
Our Mr. Matsura, a documentary about the Japanese frontier photographer who adopted the Okanogan as his home, will have free screenings.
New Public Art Installation in Tonasket showcases the Great Blue Heron
‘Hank’ the blue heron, a new mural inspired by the natural beauty of the Okanogan Highlands, is located outside the Tonasket Natural Foods Co-Op.
Wenatchee Valley College announces 2025 All-Washington Academic Team Members
Three WVC students, Micah Lee, Keira Martinez-Pinargote and Charlee Buchert, were named to the 2025 All-Washington Academic Team.
- Spring Clean-Ups for Oroville and Tonasket
- Umpqua’s Helen Casey retiring after over 50 years in banking
- Tonasket Council approves letter to aid narcotics task force
- Seventh District lawmakers invite the public to participate in a telephone town hall meeting on Thursday, March 27 at 6 p.m.
- City planner reviews proposed changes to Oroville Zoning Code
- Tonasket bids farewell to former police headquarters