Local News

Utilities collaborate on power planning

Sheila Corson
Okanogan County PUD

Jul 01, 2021
With questions and concerns swirling in the community, representatives from power utilities, fire districts and city and county…




Second Half Property Taxes Due October 31st


Oct 22, 2019
It’s that time of year again, 2nd half property taxes and irrigation assessments are due and must be postmarked by Thursday…

Okanogan County and Cities Kick Off Project to Update Hazard Mitigation Plan


Oct 17, 2019
Okanogan County is beginning the process of updating its Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan examines the risks posed by the…

Omak Man Jailed on Murder Charge


Oct 16, 2019
A 19-year-old Omak man is in jail facing charges of Second Degree Murder and First Degree Assault after an incident Tuesday…

Assault in Omak Leaves One Dead and Another Wounded


Oct 15, 2019
Omak Police are investigating a homicide in the area of West Third Avenue early this morning.  Omak Police Chief Jeff Koplin…

Residents Voice Strong Opposition to Grizzly Bear Reintroduction in North Cascades


Oct 08, 2019
An estimated 550 people showed up at the Okanogan County Agriplex Monday night to voice their displeasure with an Interior…