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Jean Cooksey, 91, owner, along with her daughter Susan Cooksey, and Dave Martin were joined by Tonasket Mayor Alisa Weddle, Aisha Rodriguez and members of the Tonasket Chamber of Commerce, on Saturday morning to celebrate the reopening of Jean’s on 3rd. Laura Knowlton/staff photo

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Jean’s on 3rd turns a new page

After more than four decades as a fixture in Tonasket, Jean’s on 3rd, a local vintage and antique…

Okanogan County Community Action Council’s Harvesting Hope Community Garden initiative is growing across Okanogan County. OCCAC says, “These gardens are more than just places to grow fresh produce—they’re spaces for learning, connection, and empowerment. Each garden is built with the local community in mind, reflecting the traditions, cultures, and needs of the people who use them.” OCCAC photo

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Community Action Council awarded $60K from Chick-fil-A, Inc

Chick-fil-A awarded $60K to the Okanogan County Community Action Council – through its True Inspiration Awards® program…

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Deputy State Fire Marshal advises lithium-ion battery safety

Lithium-ion batteries supply power to many kinds of devices, if damaged or used incorrectly, these batteries can catch…

The Washington State Capitol in Olympia seen on a cloudy afternoon in February.

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WA lawmakers propose bill to hold closed emergency meetings

Washington state lawmakers are pushing for public agencies to be able to hold emergency meetings that would not…

A large panel of people involved in the criminal justice system attended a meeting at the Oroville Grange Hall to discuss juvenile property crimes in the Oroville area. Right, Oroville Police Chief Gary Hirst answers a question at Thursday’s town hall meeting. Also pictured are Okanogan County Administrative Assistant Teagan Levine and Prosecuting Attorney Albert Lin. Gary De Von/staff photos

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Juvenile property crimes meeting draws a full house

A meeting held to discuss the rash of property crimes, especially by juveniles, was well attended by concerned…

Mickey Wheatley

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Suspect in child’s death arrested after multi-jurisdiction effort

After an extensive homicide investigation an arrest has been made in the death of three-month-old Tonasket infant, Ellie…

A plane drops fire retardant on the Pine Creek Fire in June of 2021. GT file photo

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DNR will host public listening session in Winthrop to gather wildfire hazard mapping input

Community members, fire marshals, building code officials, local emergency managers, other interested parties encouraged to attend

Page Teak Plank with Rep. Hunter Abell at the Speaker’s Rostrum on the House floor, Jan. 29. Washington State House of Representatives photo

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Tonasket teen serves as Legislative Page for Rep. Hunter Abell

THS student Teak Plank spent the week of Jan. 26-30 in Olympia in the Legislative Page Program after…

Airport-related infrastructure was discussed at the Oroville City Councio meeting, including the Airport Runway Reconstruction Project, addition of a Jet A fueling system and an agreement with the Oroville-Tonasket Irrigation District. Gary De Von/GT file photo

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Oroville council advances Shoreline Plan, approves park events

The Oroville City Council approved addressed airport-related infrastructure work during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Anglers line the ice at Bonaparte Lake during the 4th Annual Ice Fishing Derby held last Saturday, drawing famillies and competitors out for a day of winter fun. Laura Knowlton/staff photo

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Anglers brave the cold for Bonaparte Lake’s 4th Annual Ice Fishing Derby

Bonaparte Lake’s 4th Annual Ice Fishing Derby drew hundreds of anglers to brave cold temperatures in pursuit of…

Gary DeVon/GT file photo

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Support your local school and vote yes on the levy

Have you gotten your ballot yet? If so, we hope you won’t wait to mark your ballot in…

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Candidates for the 2026 May Festival Royalty are, l-r, Risa Chapman, Ava Langford and Emma Carranza. There will be a May Festival Royalty Selection Night on Monday, Feb. 6 at the Oroville High School Commons.

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Three Oroville juniors seek to be selected as May Festival Royalty

May Festival Royalty Selection Night is Monday, Feb. 16. This year’s candidates are Emma Carranza, Ava Langford and…

Bernardita Sallato, with WSU Extension, spoke on apple and cherry fertility and “Getting the most bang for your buck” at the 2025 Okanogan Horticultural Society meeting. Gary De Von/GT file photo

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Annual Okanogan Horticultural Society meeting Feb. 11

The Okanogan Horticultural Society Meeting is Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Okanogan…