Red Apple Fire north of downtown Wenatchee
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Around 1500 homes are under evacuation in Chelan County forcing hundreds of families to leave.

80% of Batterman Fire contained, 14,100 acres burning

All evacuation notices for the Batterman Fire dropped to Level 1, authorities said. The wildfire was 80% contained Friday as burned 14,100 acres have burned in Douglas County.

Organizers cancel 2021 Leavenworth Oktoberfest amid pandemic

Washington's famous Bavarian town Leavenworth is canceling its annual Oktoberfest in 2021 as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

Washington farm exports hampered by cargo-container shortage

Farm exporters in Washington state have been left with stockpiles of product and idle trucks as the pandemic has created a shortage of cargo containers.

Hurdles persist as Washington state plans for mass vaccination sites

On the anniversary of the first confirmed COVID-19 case in the United States, Washington state health officials said Thursday they are plowing ahead with plans to open four mass vaccination sites next week, despite logistical concerns that include questions about vaccine supply.

Scene cleared after bomb threat prompts evacuations, lockdowns in Leavenworth

A bomb threat reported in Leavenworth turned out to be a false alarm, but the call caused major disruptions and treacherous travel for responding crews. 

Village of Leavenworth cancels annual holiday festivals to reduce large crowds and COVID-19 exposure

The Village of Leavenworth, tucked away in the Cascade Mountains, is internationally known as the "Christmas Town." Several thousands of people make a trip to the Bavarian-themed town as part of their holiday traditions. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed how Leavenworth and its people celebrate the season.

Despite 2020 challenges, Washington apple crop still delivers

Despite COVID-19, a few close calls with frost and record wildfire smoke blanketing the region for weeks, the Washington apple harvest was a success.

Leavenworth cancels 2020 Christmas Lighting Festival

Washington's famous Bavarian town Leavenworth announced it is canceling its annual Christmas Lighting Festival this year as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.