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Body of Missing Lake Chelan Swimmer Recovered After Two-Week Search
Authorities recovered the body of a man who disappeared while swimming in Lake Chelan on the Fourth of July after sonar teams and a remotely operated vehicle located him about 250 feet underwater.

Moses Lake Officer Honored for Heroic Actions During Gorge Shooting
A Moses Lake police officer will receive a national DOJ award for his heroic actions during the 2023 Gorge Amphitheatre shooting that saved a hostage.
West Nile Virus Detected in Grant County Mosquitoes
Grant County mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile virus during routine surveillance, prompting reminders to prevent mosquito bites.

Four Paddleboarders Rescued From Columbia River Near Wanapum
Four paddleboarders, including an 8-year-old girl, were rescued after strong winds pushed them into the Columbia River near Wanapum State Park.

Grant County Rejects Emergency Fireworks Ban
Grant County commissioners declined to ban fireworks despite the fire marshal's warning about extreme wildfire danger.

76-Year-Old Man Airlifted Following 100-Foot Fall Near Lucerne
A 76-year-old hiker was airlifted to Harborview after falling about 100 feet below the Lakeshore Trail near Lucerne on Lake Chelan.

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Begin Friday in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Stage 1 fire restrictions begin Friday in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest as wildfire danger increases across Central Washington.

Night Rescue Saves Hiker Suffering Heat Stroke
A hiker suffering from critical heat stroke was rescued near Pete Lake after an overnight operation involving an Army air ambulance.

BLM Closing Okanogan Recreation Areas for Improvements
Several recreation areas in Okanogan County will temporarily close in June while the BLM completes campground and boat ramp improvements.

Wenatchee Man Arrested After Alleged Machete Attack Injures Two
A Wenatchee man was arrested after deputies say he attacked two people with a machete following an argument over money.
