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🌱 What do the new $20 million claims mean for Chelan County policing?

Hello Chelan! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What do the new $20 million claims mean for Chelan County policing?
  • How new boat inspections could change your time on Lake Chelan
  • What Chelan County homeowners should expect from upcoming FEMA storm inspections

Also on today's calendar: Live Music at Tsillan Cellars and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 59 and low of 37 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partial sunshine, temps: high: 63, low: 42.
  • Sunday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 68 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New Tort Claims Filed Against Chelan Sheriff (995theapple.com) — Chelan County residents should know two sheriff’s employees have filed new multimillion‑dollar tort claims against the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office, alleging retaliation and harassment tied to internal conflicts. The claims follow an earlier federal lawsuit and stem partly from political divisions during the last sheriff’s election, while Sheriff Mike Morrison says he trusts the legal process and cannot discuss details.
   

2. A Community Evening on Lake Chelan Aquatic Invasive Species Inspection Programs (lakechelannow.com) — Chelan residents are invited to a community evening on Thursday, April 23, to learn how current and proposed boat inspection programs aim to protect Lake Chelan from aquatic invasive species. Hosted at Chelan County Fire Station #7, the event will explain voluntary inspections, a possible mandatory program, costs, timelines, and how boaters and locals can help safeguard this key community resource.
   

3. FEMA to begin house inspections for disaster aid (ncwlife.com) — If your Chelan County home was damaged in December’s severe storms, FEMA will soon call or text to schedule a house inspection that typically lasts about 45 minutes. Inspectors document structural damage and personal property losses but don’t decide eligibility on the spot. Be ready to prove ownership or occupancy, be present or designate someone in writing, and apply for aid after contacting your insurer.
   

4. CHS Athletics Announces Michael Stevens as New Head Football Coach (lakechelannow.com) — Chelan High School has hired Mike Stevens as the new head football coach of the Chelan Goats, bringing extensive experience from Yakima-area programs. He plans to emphasize the department’s MORE values while building the football program and strengthening connections with Chelan students, families, and the wider community.
   

5. Fake Jury Duty Calls Target Chelan County Residents (kw3.com) — Residents across Chelan County are being hit with fake jury-duty scam calls from someone posing as a sheriff’s sergeant and threatening fines, warrants, or arrest. The Sheriff’s Office stresses these calls are not legitimate and says it will never demand payment or sensitive information by phone. Officials urge you to hang up immediately and never share personal or financial details.
   

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Ok Chelan! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Chelan

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Chelan

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.