The Wenatchee World

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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 »

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 »

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

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 »

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 »

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

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

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

Local-interest stocks As of closing Monday Full Story »

Mutual funds TOP FIVE Price Chng 1 year Full Story »

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

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

“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 »

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 »

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

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 »

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 »

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’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 »

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

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 »