IRIS | Goal of Give 10 campaign to leave a community legacy

Posted by Empire Press on Oct 10, 2018 in All Content, Communities, Contributing Writers, NCW Community Success Summit, Special, Voices | Comments Off on IRIS | Goal of Give 10 campaign to leave a community legacy This is the fourth in a series of eight stories featured ahead of the ninth annual NCW Community Success Summit, which IRIS (Initiative for Rural Innovation & Stewardship) is convening in Pateros on Nov. 15.
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WSU conference brings Women in Agriculture together to network, learn and gain inspiration

Posted by Empire Press on Oct 10, 2018 in Agriculture & Business, All Content, Communities, Contributing Writers, News, Voices | Comments Off on WSU conference brings Women in Agriculture together to network, learn and gain inspiration On Saturday, Oct. 27, the 2018 Women in Agriculture Conference will offer women in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, Montana and Alaska a unique opportunity to gather in 34 different locations for a one-day event featuring knowledgeable speakers, inspiring stories, networking with other producers and practical advice for learning new skills.
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Waterville student receives Microsoft Office Specialist certification

Posted by Empire Press on Oct 10, 2018 in All Content, Communities, Correspondents, News, Schools, Suzanne Robinson, Waterville | Comments Off on Waterville student receives Microsoft Office Specialist certification Meredith Mittelstaedt, a sophomore at Waterville High School, was named a certified Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) in PowerPoint on Sept. 19.
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Dos Dudes perform at Pybus

Posted by Empire Press on Oct 10, 2018 in All Content, Communities, Entertainment, News, Other Communities | Comments Off on Dos Dudes perform at Pybus WENATCHEE — Dos Dudes will perform at Pybus Market’s Friday Night Music event from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 12. The fun duo plays bluegrass and country favorites. There is no cost to attend. For more information, visit pybuspublicmarket.org.
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TEAMS Learning Center’s annual carnival is Oct. 13

Posted by Empire Press on Oct 10, 2018 in All Content, Communities, Entertainment, News, Other Communities | Comments Off on TEAMS Learning Center’s annual carnival is Oct. 13 WENATCHEE — TEAMS Learning Center will host its second annual carnival from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 13. The event will take place at the TEAMS Learning Center, 317 First St. All ages are welcome, and the event will feature environmentally friendly vendor booths, story time with “Mother Earth,” L-Bow the Clown, food and games. The event is free to access by the public. Prices may vary by...
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Ski swap set for Oct. 13

Posted by Empire Press on Oct 10, 2018 in All Content, Communities, Other Communities | Comments Off on Ski swap set for Oct. 13 WENATCHEE — It’s time to think snow and skiing. And what better way to do that than to head to the region’s biggest ski swap. Orchard Middle School PTO will hold its annual ski swap from 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 13. The ski swap offers hundreds of choices in new and used ski equipment, including alpine and cross-country skis, snowboards, boots, poles, helmets and outdoor clothing and...
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School Meal Menu

Posted by Empire Press on Oct 10, 2018 in All Content, Communities, News, Schools, Waterville | Comments Off on School Meal Menu Waterville’s menu for Oct. 15-18 Monday: Breakfast will be pancakes, yogurt, fruit or juice, milk; lunch will be chicken noodles, whole wheat rolls, red pepper slices, broccoli, cauliflower, pears, milk. Tuesday: Breakfast will be bagels with cream cheese, fruit or juice, milk; lunch will be hotdogs, chili, romaine salad, corn, diced tomatoes, peach cup, milk. Wednesday: Breakfast will...
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Shocker volleyball teams overtake Tonasket

Posted by Empire Press on Oct 10, 2018 in All Content, Communities, Correspondents, James Robinson, Mansfield, News, Prep/Jr. High Volleyball, Schools, Sports, Waterville | Comments Off on Shocker volleyball teams overtake Tonasket The Waterville/Mansfield volleyball teams took on the Tonasket Tigers at home on Oct. 2.
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