Marcy Stamper

Aim is to develop solutions to chronic water shortages Facing four consecutive years of drought and “challenging climate trends,” Washington has launched a statewide initiative to ensure ample water…

The U.S. Forest Service is proposing changes to the way it leases administrative sites, including unused office buildings, research stations, warehouses and fire lookouts, which the agency can…

Most meat and fish had to be tossed When the compressor that powered its refrigerated meat and dairy cases failed last week, Rosauers market moved quickly to hook up new equipment, but the store still…

Watershed Council explores options As the changing climate alters precipitation patterns — significantly reducing the water available to the Methow Valley’s rivers, fish…

Mazama residents headed for a horseback ride were shaken by what appeared to be an instance of road rage when the rear window of their pick-up truck shattered with a deafening explosion early this…

The Methow Valley and Okanogan County have experienced several early-season fires in the past couple of weeks. Most have been small, but the Eagle Road Fire, a brush fire near Brewster…

Budget cuts impact WDFW operations Fishing opportunities at lakes in the Methow Valley and throughout Okanogan County could be reduced because the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is…

No set timeline for county, Forest Service to take next steps Conceptual maps of wheeled all-terrain vehicle (WATV) routes in and around the Methow Valley — along with detailed guidelines for managing…

Irrigators and farmers who are worried that the release of sediment that’s been backed up behind Enloe Dam could damage sprinklers and pumps, contaminate crops, and harm cattle if the dam is removed…

Okanogan County Sheriff’s Deputy Kris Brakebill found no bullet defects or fragments when he investigated a truck with a rear window that shattered with a loud bang just as another vehicle passed it…