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  • Tuesday’s prep scores

    The Wenatchee World – 1 min ago  

    Check here throughout the night for updated scores from NCW prep basketball games. Full Story »

  • Reader Scrapbook: What a show

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 7:29 pm ET  

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  • UW’s Locker returning for senior year

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:44 pm ET  

    SEATTLE — With two simple words Monday — “I’m staying” — Jake Locker changed the course of Washington’s football future. Locker, UW’s junior quarterback, made that statement around 11 a.m. Monday to coach Steve Sarkisian and offensive coordinator Doug Nussmeier, not only settling the issue that loomed over UW’s offseason more quickly than anyone anticipated, but also setting off a raucous ... Full Story »

  • Out There: Calendar

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:33 pm ET  

    December 26: Twilight Snowshoe, Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort, departs 5 p.m., meet at Hampton Lodge Rental Shop, $10 or $5 if Ridge season pass holder or WRAC member, 663-6543 for reservations Full Story »

  • Much to like at these ski hills in North Central Washington

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:32 pm ET  

    Badger Mountain Location: Six miles southwest of Waterville Full Story »

  • Methow season opening

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:32 pm ET  

    MAZAMA — The Nordic ski race season in the Methow Valley begins Dec. 27 with the Ski Rodeo, an event that caters to competitive and recreational skiers alike. The Methow Valley Ski Trails Association will present 1K and 2.5K races for novice racers, and 5K and 10K racers for experienced racers, starting at 10:30 a.m. Full Story »

  • Head for the (small) hills

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:32 pm ET  

    If you’re an experienced skier or snowboarder, you know the whole production that goes behind a day at the big resort. Wake up before sunrise, pile up all your winter gear, make your lunch, load up the car with all the equipment. Then, when you finally get to the mountain, you have to wait in line before dropping a pretty penny on a ticket — all just for a few hours worth of sharing the snow ... Full Story »

  • Junior hockey

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:32 pm ET  

    Brodie inks college deal WENATCHEE — Wenatchee Wild defenseman Kyle Brodie has committed to Bemidji State University for next season. Full Story »

  • Markets: Metals

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:32 pm ET  

    Metals NEW YORK (AP) — Spot nonferrous metal prices Tuesday. Full Story »

  • Markets: Portland grain

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:32 pm ET  

    Portland grain PORTLAND, Ore. — Bids as of 11:30 a.m. Monday for grains delivered to Portland by rail or barge, in dollars per bushel. Information from USDA Market News Service. Full Story »

  • Selected Stocks

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:31 pm ET  

    Selected Stocks Stock prices as of Monday provided by Stifel Nicolaus & Co., Inc. Full Story »

  • Local-interest stocks

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:31 pm ET  

    Local-interest stocks As of closing Monday Full Story »

  • Mutual funds

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:31 pm ET  

    Mutual funds TOP FIVE Price Chng 1 year Full Story »

  • New York Stock Exchange

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:31 pm ET  

    Monday’s closing New York Stock Exchange selected prices:Stock Last Chg AMR 7.63 -.06 Full Story »

  • Old news

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:31 pm ET  

    100 years ago — 1909 A marriage license was issued to Paul J. Wilcox and Olive A. Gertson, both of Leavenworth. Full Story »

  • Dear Abby: Planning is crucial for seniors, families

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:31 pm ET  

    “Afraid for the Future in San Antonio, Texas” expressed concerns about having to provide care for her aging parents and in-laws. While the sentiments you conveyed were true, your answer didn’t go far enough. Full Story »

  • China, U.S. square off over climate work

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:30 pm ET  

    COPENHAGEN (AP) — A showdown between the world’s two largest polluters loomed over the U.N. climate talks today as China accused the United States and other rich nations of backsliding on their commitments to fight global warming. Trying to ease the tension, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said rich and poor countries must “stop pointing fingers” and should increase their pledges to cut ... Full Story »

  • 20,000 evacuated as Philippine volcano oozes lava

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:30 pm ET  

    Manila, Philippines Angry volcano forces thousands to evacuate Full Story »

  • Decanting: Last-minute gift ideas for fans of wine, beer, spirits

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:30 pm ET  

    The holidays are upon us, which means a holiday shopping list and the last-minute shopping to go with it. With more and more people getting turned onto wine, beer and spirits culture, I have compiled a winning list of beverage-themed gifts sure to please. Full Story »

  • Sweet miso-glazed carrots a worthy substitute

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:30 pm ET  

    It occurred to me recently that I’m becoming more and more like my grandma. During the last three weeks, I’ve made two Sunday dinners, and that doesn’t include Thanksgiving. Sunday dinners were my grandma’s specialty. My family would arrive at grandma and grandpa’s house almost every Sunday to the scent of roast (usually beef) braising away in the oven. Among the spread, she’d put out a light ... Full Story »

  • A lighter cheese spread

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:30 pm ET  

    Got the holiday blues? When you’re in the mood for a decadent dip, a nip of blue cheese is sure to please. Full Story »

  • It need not be the most fattening time of the year

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:30 pm ET  

    It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, when it’s oh so easy to begin to look a lot like Santa Claus. Sweet temptations are everywhere. The office, in particular, can be a deathtrap for the best of healthy holiday intentions. Say no to holiday goodies? Not gonna happen, at least not for most of us. So how, exactly, can we expect to not balloon up as all this sweet stuff crosses our every ... Full Story »

  • Researchers study whether braces help scoliosis patients

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:29 pm ET  

    Scoliosis screenings in middle schools find thousands of teenagers with curved spines each year. What happens next isn’t as well planned. Full Story »

  • Ephrata Tigers loaded with experience — and no underclassmen

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:16 pm ET  

    EPHRATA — High school coaches love seniors. Seniors are experienced. Full Story »

  • Cascade girls rally, beat LB

    The Wenatchee World – Tue Dec 15, 6:16 pm ET  

    LEAVENWORTH — Cascade trailed 24-18 at halftime Monday night, but was able to do a better job cleaning the defensive glass in the second half on the way to a come-from-behind 50-44 win over Liberty Bell. “We started limiting them to one shot in the second half,” Kodiaks coach Todd Fraker said. “We were able to get out and run a little bit.” Full Story »

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