Forty years ago as a young reporter at The World, I was assigned the task of covering a rather unique graduation at the Washington State Penitentiary in Walla Walla. Kelley Messinger, a graduate of...
Recently, The World ran an opinion piece by its business manager, Jeff Jones, asking whether we can trust health experts about getting vaccinated for COVID-19. While I can appreciate a sense of caution when...
The power of the Our Valley Our Future grass roots community building effort continues to yield impressive results in this valley. One game changing initiatives was called “One Community,” and it revolves around the...
Our Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center will soon be embarking on a public engagement effort to understand what issues the community is concerned about, the perceived strengths of the museum and ideas about...
We all owe a debt of gratitude to the unsung heroes who without fanfare do the less glamorous work that makes organizations effective and build community. Last week, the North Central Educational Service District...
It is heartening to see Chelan-Douglas Volunteer Attorney Services taking important strides in improving service to low-income individuals in our area with civil cases. Recently, the organization raised a record $30,000 at a sold-out...
Our society has become fixated on individualism, competition, accumulation of wealth, and an obsession with consumption and efficiency. Short-term gains have displaced a commitment to long-term sustainability. Of the many downsides to this materialistic...
My guest this episode is Barbara Walters, the executive director of the North Central Regional Library. Walters brings a strong relationship building and community service mindset to the position. She’s a fervent believer in...
My guest this for this episode Jana Fischback, the executive director of Sustainable Wenatchee, a nonprofit devoted to encouraging community members to live more sustainable lives and reduce our impact on the environment. Fischback...
My guest this week is Michelle McCormick, the executive director of Stage Kids, a nonprofit organization that is creating unique opportunities for hundreds of local kids to discover and develop their theater skills. Stage...