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Hi Chelan County, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Fusion project to power Microsoft, Rails & Ales snow-and-sips showdown, and Paint Your Date with cider-fueled reveals + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Aisles of curated Americana: In Cashmere, Apple Annie Antique Gallery offers wallet-friendly treasures, from vintage kitchenware and children’s books to vintage jewelry cases and Seattle Supersonics memorabilia for a nostalgic browse — see what’s inside the store.
Washington’s nuclear comeback: Officials unveiled plans for a first-of-its-kind fusion project in Malaga. Helion’s 50 megawatt Orion aims to power Microsoft by 2028, with supporting efforts also underway in Everett and Richland — get all the details.
Keeping public water access open: Local agencies are working to clear rocks left by flooding from the Cashmere boat ramp, a $55,000 effort with $30,000 from Chelan County taxes, and work will require special permits — get all the details.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
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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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Burger nostalgia, unlocked: Heidleburger Drive-In still hits that sweet spot, established in 1970 and serving made-to-order burgers, curly fries, and thick milkshakes that taste like summer, even in February. A true Leavenworth staple you forget you love, it’s the kind of comfort you remember the moment you unwrap it.
Swap wheels for blades: Whether you’re easing back in or chasing clean crossovers, Weinstein Beverage Community Rink hosts public sessions, teen nights, and relaxed adult skates. Easy cardio, cool winter vibes, and just enough glide to reset your week.
A quick brain-boost: Wander through regional history, apple-industry lore, a vintage pipe organ, and hands-on maker stations at Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center. It’s a low-key outing that leaves you sharper, inspired, and unexpectedly proud of the valley.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Chelan County for grown ups
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🖼 First Friday: 47th Annual Regional High School Art Show Opening & Beauty of Bronze @ Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center | Friday (3/6) at 4:00 PM – First Friday opens the 47th Annual Regional High School Art Show and Beauty of Bronze at the Wenatchee Valley Museum, showcasing talent. These kids brought it. Marvel at work that puts our book-report posters to shame, and cheer on winners advancing to Olympia, pride justified.
🎻 The Gothard Sisters @ Icicle Creek Center for the Arts | Friday (3/6) at 7:30 PM – Spring in Leavenworth calls for a lively Celtic night at Icicle Creek with the Gothard Sisters. They weave fiddles, songs, and Irish step into a high-energy, family-friendly tradition, the kind you pretend is for the kids but clap along to anyway.
🚂 Rails & Ales @ Downtown Wenatchee | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Downtown Wenatchee is turning into a snow-packed playground, serving up kid-friendly ski and snowshoe fun at Centennial Park, live music, and eats. After dark, Orondo Street’s Rail Jam steals the show, with food trucks and beer gardens pouring local beer and cider, plus numb knees.
✂ Backyard Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop @ WSU Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Master Gardeners are demystifying backyard fruit tree pruning, with the when, why, and how you actually need, because your trees have opinions. It is $10, space is limited, and in apple country your future harvest will thank you. Register here: extension.wsu.edu/chelan-douglas/event/fruit-tree-pruning-workshop
🇺 Concert III: America the Beautiful @ Numerica Performing Arts Center | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Symphony night in Wenatchee means big sound and bigger Columbia River feelings. WVSO serves American tunes, Glenn Kelly’s Columbia River Suite, and Peter Boyer’s GRAMMY-nominated Rhapsody in Red, White, & Blue with Jeffrey Biegel, plus side-by-side with Youth Orchestra for hometown pride, pollen excuses optional.
🥫 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 | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – Yonder East is hosting the kind of date night that tests both love and depth perception. You and your plus-one paint each other, no peeking, then reveal with a cider-fueled drumroll. It’s $25, includes a cider and all supplies, no talent required, limited spots.
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: 53°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 3%
Mostly sunny. High near 53, with temperatures falling to around 50 in the afternoon. West wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 38. West wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 55°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 11%
Partly sunny, with a high near 55. Southwest wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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Take a peek inside →
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