Slices of Wenatchee

Today - A rising tide of homelessness in the city of Wenatchee has fueled a mounting crisis that local authorities and organizations are grappling with. https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/news/local/homeless-to-hopeful-advocates-seek-housing-solutions-for-displaced-residents/article_dbe490c4-21e7-11ee-8344-17e4c947a76e.html?block_id=774208 And later - A closer look at the recent concerns surrounding the Bird scooters in town.Support the show:

Today - A local school district takes on tech titans, suing for safe online environments. We're heading to Quincy, a district in the throes of a legal battle that may have far-reaching implications. And later - A closer look at the transformation of the Confluence Technology Center, previously home to a Yahoo! data center. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today – a conversation with local business owner and holistic wellness expert, Angelina Sanchez. And later – A closer look into Wenatchee’s Fourth of July controversy.Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Some local parents are saying the newly renovated Lincoln Park is inaccessible for disabled kids – despite being ADA compliant. And later - This year, residents found their Fourth of July missing its usual flair - a puzzling absence of flags that once adorned the streets.Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - The Chelan Douglas Regional Port Authority are taking online feedback on the proposed sports complex. And later - In the bustling Pybus Public Market on Wednesday evenings, a unique rhythm pulses through the air. This is 2 Left Feet Dance's Tango night. Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today – we're turning our attention to the ongoing financial struggles faced by many families here and across the country in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. And later – In the heated arena of American education, a new contender emerges, "Moms for Liberty", described by leader Johanna Carveth as a group of “liberty-minded” parents advocating for their right to influence what's taught to their children.Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See

Today - Dr. Jason Lake recently decided to step down from his role as chief medical officer for Confluence Health to pursue other opportunities. And later - David McCarter, a longtime YMCA advocate and supporter, is about to embark on an extraordinary journey.Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.