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Confluence Poets will launch their third set of illustrated 5-inch by 7-inch Poetry Postcards on Thursday, Nov. 13, from...
11/01/2025

Confluence Poets will launch their third set of illustrated 5-inch by 7-inch Poetry Postcards on Thursday, Nov. 13, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at The Confluence: Art in Twisp, with readings by the poets and a presentation by the illustrator. Light refreshments begin at 5 p.m.

Confluence Poets offering Poetry Postcards again October 30, 2025 by Methow Valley News Courtesy of Confluence Poets A sampling of cards available this year includes one with an illustration by Jennifer Molesworth and poetry by Tracy Miller. Confluence Poets will launch their third set of illustrate...

The Liberty Bell High School Mountain Lions were in control from the opening kickoff through the final gun last Friday, ...
10/31/2025

The Liberty Bell High School Mountain Lions were in control from the opening kickoff through the final gun last Friday, cruising to a 54-22 win over visiting Brewster on Homecoming night.

Mountain Lions make it three straight over Brewster with convincing victory October 30, 2025 by Rick Lewis Photos by Ralph Schwartz Liberty Bell quarterback Greyden Paz led the Mountain Lions in rushing and passing. The Liberty Bell High School Mountain Lions were in control from the opening kickoff...

Here is your horoscope for the Scorpio season, Oct. 22-Nov 21:
10/31/2025

Here is your horoscope for the Scorpio season, Oct. 22-Nov 21:

Looking ahead: Your Methow horoscope for the Scorpio season October 30, 2025 by Methow Valley News By Jenny Harding Here is your horoscope for the Scorpio season, Oct. 22-Nov 21: Aries: You have access to your energetic reserves this month. Your spirituality, wisdom pursuits and travel plans are hig...

When a hike on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is left unfinished for whatever reason, many a hiker is drawn back in the f...
10/31/2025

When a hike on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is left unfinished for whatever reason, many a hiker is drawn back in the following year(s) to complete the journey. Such was the case for our local young lad Samuel Polson who at 14 years old completed the first 1,100 miles of the trail in 2024.

Valley Life: Mazama October 30, 2025 by Shelley Smith Jones When a hike on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is left unfinished for whatever reason, many a hiker is drawn back in the following year(s) to complete the journey. Such was the case for our local young lad Samuel Polson who at 14 years old co...

As usual, Halloween (Friday, Oct. 31) in the Methow offers a variety of fun things to do for young or old. Here are some...
10/31/2025

As usual, Halloween (Friday, Oct. 31) in the Methow offers a variety of fun things to do for young or old. Here are some of the possibilities:

Have no fear, Halloween’s here in the valley October 30, 2025 by Methow Valley News File photo by Ralph Schwartz Hard to know which will be scarier, the trick-or-treaters or the spooky scenarios they’ll encounter at many valley residences. As usual, Halloween (Friday, Oct. 31) in the Methow offe...

With less than a week remaining for ballots to be cast on a $45-million bond to renovate Three Rivers Hospital in Brewst...
10/30/2025

With less than a week remaining for ballots to be cast on a $45-million bond to renovate Three Rivers Hospital in Brewster, voters face what one opponent of the measure called a “bird in the hand versus two in the bush” scenario.

Three Rivers Hospital’s $45M bond issue choice: Pay now or plan later October 30, 2025 by Ralph Schwartz Pro and con sides outlined at Twisp public forum With less than a week remaining for ballots to be cast on a $45-million bond to renovate Three Rivers Hospital in Brewster, voters face what one...

Some people’s journeys to a job with the Methow Valley School District (MVSD) are longer than others.
10/30/2025

Some people’s journeys to a job with the Methow Valley School District (MVSD) are longer than others.

New music teacher at elementary school among fresh faces in MVSD October 30, 2025 by Ralph Schwartz District also welcomes new counselor, other staff members Some people’s journeys to a job with the Methow Valley School District (MVSD) are longer than others. Angela Cross, the new music teacher at...

We have two Grand Master Draft Dogs here in the valley. Edelweiss resident Ruth Nielsen’s Bernese Mountain Dogs Blitz an...
10/29/2025

We have two Grand Master Draft Dogs here in the valley. Edelweiss resident Ruth Nielsen’s Bernese Mountain Dogs Blitz and Hazy have earned the title for their high level of achievement in a Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America (BMDCA) sport called drafting or cart pulling.

Valley Life: Mazama October 23, 2025 by Shelley Smith Jones We have two Grand Master Draft Dogs here in the valley. Edelweiss resident Ruth Nielsen’s Bernese Mountain Dogs Blitz and Hazy have earned the title for their high level of achievement in a Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America (BMDCA) spo...

Jon and I went to Maine last week and when we entered the state from the south, we were greeted by something I don’t thi...
10/28/2025

Jon and I went to Maine last week and when we entered the state from the south, we were greeted by something I don’t think I’d ever seen before in New England: a reader board announcing burn restrictions. Those of us in the Methow Valley are accustomed to regular burn bans, but it’s more unusual in Maine, although apparently increasingly more common.

Valley Life: Winthrop October 23, 2025 by Ashley Lodato Jon and I went to Maine last week and when we entered the state from the south, we were greeted by something I don’t think I’d ever seen before in New England: a reader board announcing burn restrictions. Those of us in the Methow Valley ar...

Darold Brandenburg doesn’t want to serve on the Okanogan County Fire District 6 board of commissioners for another six-y...
10/28/2025

Darold Brandenburg doesn’t want to serve on the Okanogan County Fire District 6 board of commissioners for another six-year term, but he said he is willing to stay on after his current term expires at the end of the year — if only because no one else has shown interest in the position.

Brandenburg to stay on as FD 6 commissioner October 23, 2025 by Ralph Schwartz Darold Brandenburg doesn’t want to serve on the Okanogan County Fire District 6 board of commissioners for another six-year term, but he said he is willing to stay on after his current term expires at the end of the yea...

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