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Rise and shine, Chelan County!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Paramedics turn around to save an injured dog, the world’s shortest St. Patrick’s Day parade, and KPQ Home Expo + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Chelan County protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Regional mobility gains momentum: Link Transit awarded retired vans to five nonprofits in the Surplus Van Grant Program, boosting access to care and services for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities in Chelan County — get the full recipient list.
Region’s biggest indoor event returns: The KPQ Home Expo, presented by LocalTel, will fill Wenatchee’s Town Toyota Center March 13 to 15 with exhibitors, exclusive deals, and Chelan-Douglas County Master Gardener seminars focused on vegetables — get all the event details.
Swift compassion on local streets: After leaving Wenatchee High School, two passing paramedics spotted a woman with an injured dog, turned around, and rushed it to Cascade Veterinary Clinics. Locals are calling them heroes — meet the people who helped.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Local pour with a view: Craving a low-key reset? Callan Cellars pours elegant, award-winning Bordeaux- and Rhône-inspired wines with a friendly crew on a Chelan patio complete with a real waterfall. Kids and pups are welcome, so skip the sitter and sip in peace.
Stash refresh, anyone? At Leavenworth Quilt Company, new fabrics meet fresh ideas: cheerful bolts, curated bundles, and patterns that gently push you past your comfort zone. It’s a welcoming local spot that makes it delightfully easy to finally start the quilt you’ve been dreaming about.
Old-school comfort, new digs: Apple Cup Cafe revives the cozy Chelan diner vibe with hearty breakfasts, easygoing lunches, and coffee that goes with catching up on neighborhood gossip. When the week gets loud, this place steadies you with generous plates, friendly faces, and zero fuss.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🥫 Garden to Table: Food Preservation Series – No Fear When Using a Pressure Canner @ Cashmere Public Library | Tuesday (3/10) at 5:00 PM – Finally make peace with that pressure canner. WSU Extension walks you through gauges, low-acid veggies, special diets, and those pesky altitude adjustments up here, so your pantry wins and your nerves do too. No fear, no fuss, safe, shelf-stable goodness, and you can register online: https://ncwlibraries.libcal.com/event/16353667.
🎨 Paint Your Date @ Yonder East (Cashmere) | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Paint Your Date at Yonder East is a cider-fueled portrait swap where you and your favorite human paint each other, no peeking until the reveal. It is $25, includes cider, canvas, and paint, no talent needed, spots are limited, RSVP and pay at the taproom.
👗 My Girlfriend’s Closet 2026 @ Veterans Warehouse Thrift Store (Wenatchee) | Friday (3/13) at 10:00 AM – Pop-up department store meets do-gooding, with brand-name finds, no tickets needed, and no dressing rooms, so wear Costco-errand layers. Proceeds fund nonprofits and a free day for women and teens in need; donate at Heidi Huddle Allstate, Town Toyota, or Cashmere Valley Bank’s Financial Center.
🍷 The Dark Side of Decadence @ One Wines | Friday (3/13) at 1:00 PM – Nothing beats bold reds and good chocolate when winter drags on, and One Wines is pouring both with every tasting all month. A civilized excuse to call curated chocolates pairings, linger with friends, and pretend tannins cancel calories. Quality time, zero guilt.
🐾 St. Pawtrick’s Day 2026 @ Firehouse Pet Shop (Wenatchee) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:30 AM – Clear Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day for an all-day downtown Wenatchee takeover. Shop deals, applaud the world’s shortest parade as it covers one block, then tuck the wee ones and pups in, and join the pub crawl, stories, laughs, and pints guaranteed.
🍀 Luck on the Ave @ Downtown Wenatchee | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Downtown Wenatchee is going green with shop specials, festive windows, and the World’s Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which you could miss if you sneeze. After the blink-and-you’ll-cheer stroll, a guided pub crawl keeps the craic alive with Irish-themed pours, stops, and grown-up fun.
🐾 Wildlife Tracking @ Wenatchee River Institute (Leavenworth) | Sunday (3/15) at 9:00 AM – Trade screen time for scat clues on a beginner friendly, family friendly wildlife tracking walk with local tracker Kirk Beckendorf and WRI educator Virginia Shoup. Wander the Wenatchee River Institute campus and local nooks, reading tracks, scat, and scratch marks like gossip. Registration required.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Chelan County report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 45°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 23%
A slight chance of snow between 2pm and 5pm. Mostly sunny. High near 45, with temperatures falling to around 43 in the afternoon. West wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 32. West wind 6 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 45°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 39%
A chance of snow after 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 45. Southwest wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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