
New fee schedule goes into effect Aug. 1 at Community Development
A new fee schedule for land use permit applications goes into effect on Aug. 1. Read more to see the new fee schedule.
A new fee schedule for land use permit applications goes into effect on Aug. 1. Read more to see the new fee schedule.
Burglars Caught - Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison reports, on 7/2/25, at 11:50 AM Chelan County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a burglary in progress in the 6700 block of Forest Ridge Rd in Wenatchee.
Sheriff Morrison reports that on July 14, 2025, at approximately 1:38 PM, Chelan County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Deputies received a call from the Washington State Emergency Operations Center regarding a Garmin inReach activation near the Chickamin Glacier, located north of Glacier Peak.
Chelan County Sheriff’s Office Successfully Passes Comprehensive ACCESS Technical Security and Business Audits
The Chelan County Regional Justice Center recently completed the installation of 44 additional medical sensors, bringing its total to 68 sensors now installed in single-occupancy cells at the facility.
SURVEY: Chelan County has commissioned a comprehensive study on the impacts of tourism. Join us in gathering information for the study by completing a brief online survey.
Sheriff Mike Morrison is proud to announce a major advancement in on going wellness initiatives for first responders.
People with Washington state Blake-related drug possession convictions can apply for financial and record-clearing relief at the first Blake Drug Possession Relief Day on July 18 at the Chelan County Courthouse. Read more to learn how to apply.
Are you signed up for the Chelan County emergency alert system? Sign up to receive alerts via text, email or voicemail in both English and Spanish.
On 6/20/2025 Rivercom received a report of a 32 year old female from Seattle, who had fallen and injured her shoulder while hiking the enchantments.
Local fire personnel are urging the public to obey fireworks bans in Chelan and Douglas counties to avoid sparking a fire under already wildfire-prone conditions.
Are you a Purple Heart recipient? Or do you know someone who is? Fill out our Hall of Honor Inductee form so we can honor the bravery and sacrifice of our military service members. The form is available online.
After 13 years, there’s about to be a change in leadership at Chelan County Public Works’ road maintenance department. Brad Harn, the road maintenance superintendent, retires at the end of the month after 36 years at the county. Replacing him is Ed Grant, who has been with the county nearly 27 years.
The Chelan County Regional Justice Center was recently honored with the 2025 Detention Facility Innovation Award by the National Institute for Jail Operations. The jail has been utilizing a variety of technologies to combat the opioid crisis. Learn more.
On June 11, Billye Tollackson, health care manager for the Chelan County Regional Justice Center, was honored with the Healthcare Professional of the Year Award at the National Institute for Jail Operations' JAILCON25 Western Regional Conference. Read more about Tollackson and why she has chosen to make a career out of caring for the incarcerated at the county jail.
Chelan County Sheriff’s Office leads and coordinates the in-depth investigation into the death of three children, and search for the suspect.
The Board of County Commissioners recently passed a resolution closing the dirt portions of Horse Lake and Burch Mountain roads on July 2-9.
The Board of County Commissioners continued a public hearing on the new proposed building and planning fees to 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17.
With Notices of Value coming out June 20 in Chelan County, Chief Deputy Assessor Erin Fonville gives us a quick education in how the Chelan County Assessor's Office assesses your property.
Leaders from Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanogan counties recently came together for a one-day workshop to create a comprehensive, community-wide strategic plan focused on addressing substance use and mental health conditions, particularly among people involved in the criminal justice system.
With unseasonably hot and windy conditions headed this way, the Chelan County fire marshal is banning all residential campfires in the county’s unincorporated areas.
Chelan County seeks people who are interested in filling a two-year term on the county’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, a voluntary board that makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on the allocation of tax dollars generated by overnight stays in the county’s unincorporated areas. Applications are due by June 30.
Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison reports, on 5/30/25, just after 5:00pm a call was received for a search and rescue in Leavenworth, WA.
Upcoming events and schedules at the county!
Posted by: Chelan County Elections
The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.
Chelan County Auditor’s OfficePosted by: Human Resources
The Chelan County Civil Service Commission will be meeting on August 13, 2025.
Chelan County Commissioners Office, CM Conference Room 1Posted by: Chelan County Elections
The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.
Chelan County Auditor’s OfficePosted by: Chelan County Elections
Election Day
Please see Ballot Drop LocationsPosted by: Solid Waste Management
Drop-off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is Aug. 2.
Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility