2018 InfoBook by The Omak-Okanogan County Chronicle newspaper

INFO BOOK 2018

Quick guide to services

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Douglas County www.douglascountywa.net (county government)

Ferry County www.ferry-county.com (county government) www.ferrycounty.com (tourism)

Okanogan County www.okanogancounty.org (government) www.okanogancountry.com (tourism)

Border crossing U.S. Customs Service: 509-476-2955 www.cpb.gov or www.customs.gov or

U.S. Forest Service • Okanogan and Wenatchee National Forest, www.fs.fed.us/r6/oka • Colville National Forest, www.fs.fed.us/r6/colville • 765 S. Main St., Colville 99114; 509-684-7000 • Republic Ranger District, 650 E. Delaware Ave., Republic 99166; 509-775-7400

Business listings Businesses and services . . . . . .54

Chamber directories Brewster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Conconully . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Pateros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Tonasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Information Cities and towns . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Colleges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Colville Confederated Tribes . .41 Congress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Elected county officials . . . . . . .39 Electrical services . . . . . . . . . . .38 Fire districts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Hospital districts . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Colville Confederated Tribes

Organizations

www.colvilletribes.com

Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area • Water levels: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, 800824-4916 • Recreation area: 509-633-9441 or 509-738-6366 www.nps.gov/state/wa/laro/index.htm

Mountain passes • www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/passes

North Cascades National Park Information: 360-854-7200

Washington State Parks www.parks.wa.gov

Emergencies: 911

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Legislators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 North Cascades Highway . . . . . 53 Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Agriculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Arts and music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Economic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Fraternal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Hobbies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Religion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Parks and recreation districts . 51 Post offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Agriculture 4-H Youth development program of Washington State University Extension. Provides formal and non-formal, community-focused, experiential learning; develops skills that benefit youth throughout life; fosters leadership and volunteerism in youth and adults, and strengthens families and communities. Open to all youth ages 5-19. Ann Fagerlie, 4-H program coordinator. Information: 509-422-7245. Ferry County Conservation District, 509-775-3473 or 888834-7516. Okanogan Producers Marketing Association. Member farmers work together, share resources, equipment, knowledge, expertise, marketing and sales; group helps educate others on how to set up similar marketing groups. Information: Nora Kayser, sales coordinator, 509-429-3807; http://okanoganproducers.org. Okanogan Conservation District. Provides voluntary assistance to Okanogan County landowners for the conservation of natural resources. Board meets first Thursday of month at Ag Service

Center, 1251 S. Second Ave., Okanogan. Craig Nelson, manager. Information: 509-422-0855 ext. 110. Okanogan County Farm Bureau. Grassroots organization of farmers, ranchers, associate members and businesses who support agriculture and work jointly on issues to ensure the future of family farming. Jon Wyss, president. Information: www.okan ogancountyfarmbureau.com. Okanogan County Horticultural Pest and Disease Control. Board meets at 11 a.m. the second Monday of the month at Koala Street Grill, 914 Koala Drive, Omak. Okanogan County Horticulture Association meeting follows at noon. Dan McCarthy, pest control agent; 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 150, Okanogan; 509322-1286. Okanogan County Noxious Weed Control. Assists landowners with weed problems, enforces weed laws. Information: 509-422-7165 or noxiousweeds@ co.okanogan.wa.us. Okanogan FFA Alumni. Supports Okanogan High School FFA. Information on Facebook. Okanogan Valley Farmers Market. Home-grown, handmade products at two markets, 9 a.m. to

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Organizations 1 p.m. Saturdays at Legion Park, Okanogan, from May to October and 3:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Civic League Park, Omak, from July to October. Offers fresh produce, vegetables, fruit, plant starts, honey, baked goods, locally roasted coffee, crafts and music. Information: www. okanogan farmersmarket.org. Slow Food Okanogan. Local chapter of an international organization dedicated to local food systems, artisan food and tasty eats. Sponsors fall Okanogan Feast, spring seed swap and other food events. Information: pinestmp @hotmail.com, or www.slowfood okanogan.org. Washington State University Extension for Okanogan County. Provides education and information on agriculture, livestock, family living, home economics, food safety, 4-H and gardening. Ann Fagerlie, 4-H program coordinator. Information: 509-422-7245 or P.O. Box 391, Okanogan 98840.

Koala Street Grill, 914 Koala Drive, Omak. Annual meeting is in February (Feb. 4, 2015); board meets noon the third Monday of each month. Information: Dan McCarthy, 509322-1286 or 509-486-2404.

Apples/pears Okanogan County Horticulture Association. Meets second Monday of the month at

Grange Ferry and Okanogan County Pomona Grange. “Mother” organization for county

Cattle Colville Indian Livestock Association. Promotes sound range management on the Colville Indian Reservation. Information: Bass Williams, president 509-978-9041. Okanogan County Cattlemen’s Association. Supports cattle producers, provides education and information on beef cattle production. Meets second Tuesday of the month. Larry Brownlee 509-4225116, or Jim Hutton, 509-429-0161. Okanogan County CattleWomen. Promotes cattle industry, beef information and education. Jean Berney 509-8261435; Kim Bird 509-422-2822; Katlenia Vejraska, 509-826-2516; Jeanne Whitley, 509-422-4480; Sheila Barnes; or on Facebook.

Grange organizations. Meets quarterly in various locations. Information: Cec Hamilton, 509775-0191 or chief_mechanic@ hotmail.com. Subordinate Granges are: • Eagle Cliff. Hosts potluck meeting the fourth Tuesday at the Grange on Customs Road, Curlew. Information: 509-779-4175. • Malo. Meets second Monday of the month at the Grange at 17531 N. Highway 21, Malo. Information: 509779-4945. • San Poil. Meets first Thursday and third Tuesday of the month at 22 Creamery Road, Republic. Information: 509-775-0191. • Brewster. Meets 6 p.m. second Thursday of month at 25905 U.S. Highway 97. Information: Marge Hagy, 509-689-2748. • Malott. Meets 7 p.m. second Monday of month at 54 B&O Road. Information: 509-422-0902. • Mount Olive (Riverside). Meets 6:30 p.m. first Thursday of month for potluck and business meeting at 317 N. Main St. Information: Albert Wilson, 509-486-2045 • Molson. Meets 7 p.m. second Thursday of month at 520 Molson Road. Information: 509-476-3336 or

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Organizations. in Omak and Tonasket. Shorter workshops available throughout the year. Information: applehillart@gmail.com; www.facebook.com/AppleHillArtC amp. Artists of the Okanogan. Supports all of the arts, including painting, sculpture, dance, music, theater, glass working and all other creative arts. Co-sponsors Art in the Park in Omak every June with the Omak Kiwanis Club. Meets 6 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of the month at Omak City Hall, 2 N. Ash St. Anyone interested is welcome. Information: Barbara ConnerReed, 509-422-9774. Methow Arts Alliance. Nonprofit organization focusing on bringing a diverse menu of art experiences to Okanogan County. Performance series brings performers from around the world. Works with six school districts, plus arts and cultural organizations and business partners to keep the arts thriving in the community. Information: Box 723, Twisp 98856; 509-997-4004; info@ methowartsalliance.org; www.methowartsalliance.org. Okanogan County Artists Association. Promotes and encourages local artists and art exhibits, brings in visiting artists for lessons; participates in Art Appreciation Week in June; organizes Omak Western and Native Art Show in August. Holds monthly meetings and periodic paint-ins. Information: tharp49 @gmail.com or karylh@ yahoo.com. Okanogan Region Arts Education Partnership. A program of Methow Arts, providing high-quality arts learning experiences for more than 5,000 students in the Pateros, Brewster, Methow Valley, Okanogan and Omak school districts and Paschal

Sherman Indian School. Information: Methow Arts, Box 723, Twisp 98856; 509-997-4004; artseducation@methowartsalliance .org; www.methowartsalli ance.org/edu/art_residence.html. Tonasket Community Cultural Center. Provides a safe and cooperative multi-purpose facility to support the arts, education, recreation and other activities that foster family, community, environmental and economic health, and encourages diversity, cooperation and tolerance. Open Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: 509-4861328; info@communitycultural center.org; www.community culturalcenter.org; 411 Western Ave., Tonasket; P.O. Box 664, Tonasket 98855. Dance Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dance Theater. Stages productions and workshops for youngsters in Okanogan County so they can gain experience in dance and drama performance. CDT is a non-discriminatory, nonprofit organization that promotes the performing arts through education, scholarships and theatrical productions. Information: Lorrie Fraley-Wilson, 509-996-2544; P.O. Box 3959, Omak 98841-3959. LFW Dance. Advanced students ages 4 to adult who compete regionally and nationally in ballet, contemporary and classical jazz. Information: Lorrie Fraley-Wilson, 509-996-2544 or lfwdancestudios@hotmail.com.

Guild. Information: P.O. Box 81, Curlew 99118. Mad Hatters. Makes hats for those in need. Information: Janyth Arvidson, 509-846-0580. Methow Valley Spinners/ Weavers Guild. Group shares and works to inspire people to spin and weave. Meets at 1 p.m. Thursdays at 137 Old Twisp Highway, Twisp. Information: Kay Reiber, 509-997-5666 or mvsw@themethow.com. North American Wool Cooperative. Non-profit organization of fiber farmers and wool producers set up as a cooperative for milling purposes to create the highest-quality local yarns and products. Group recently joined with the Okanogan Valley Fiber Association to promote the understanding and appreciation of fiber production and fiber arts, and foster the sustainability of local, small, independent farms. Plans annual fiber festival in Okanogan. Information: 509-485-3232, northamericanwoolcooperative@g mail.com, http://woolco-op.org or www.okfiberfest.org.

Cascadia, the Methow Music Association. Promotes music education, participation and appreciation in the Methow and Okanogan valleys; private lessons, classes, youth and community orchestra through the Pipestone Institute; sponsors concerts, a scholarship program and summer youth camp. Information: 509-9970222 or 997-4601; P.O. Box 1013, Twisp 98856; www.cascadia music.org. Okanogan County chapter of Washington State Music Teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association. Encourages and supports all private music teachers who are seeking to improve their teaching and grow professionally while adhering to the Music Teachers National Association code of ethics. Information: 509-422-4660, www.facebook.com/okanoganmta. Okanogan Music Boosters. Mission: To create and enhance musical opportunities for the children of the Okanogan community. Information: Kathy Bryson, 509-422-3770. Okanogan Valley Orchestra and Chorus. Non-profit organization that promotes fine

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Organizations music for Okanogan County, provides performance opportunities for county musicians, performers and singers, and promotes music education and appreciation. Also offers costume rentals and sponsors Second Strings instruction program for beginning string players. Information: 509-689-2348, 509429-1945, www.ovocmusic.org, info@ovocmusic.org or P.O. Box 1636, Omak 98841. Winthrop Music Association. Operates the Winthrop Rhythm and Blues Festival, July 15-17, 2016. Board: Bart Northcott, Jimmy Smith, Dave Swenson, Peter Dammann, Rich Reeves, Rick Northcott, Don Ashford, Mark Seguin, Erika Olsen. Information: www.winthropblues festival.com. Performing arts Dawg Stars. Okanogan High School drama club. Information: Trisha Roach, 509-422-3770 or troach@oksd.wednet.edu. Merc Playhouse. Summer and holiday plays, year-round concerts, recitals and community events. A non-profit theater celebrating all performing arts.

Information: info@mercplay house.org; www.mercplay house.org; 509-997-PLAY (7529); P.O. Box 425, Twisp 98856; 101 S. Glover St., Twisp. Methow Arts Alliance. Nonprofit organization brings renowned performance and a Fourth of July festival to the area. Works with six school districts, plus arts and cultural organizations and business partners to keep the arts thriving in the community. Information: Box 723, Twisp 98856; 509-997-4004; info@ methowartsalliance.org; www.methowartsalliance.org. Washington State Nashville Country Star. Statewide singing competition for high school-age students. The contest starts in February and finishes in late March when the top singers perform at the Omak Performing Arts Center. All finalists win cash prizes. Information: Ed Lisenbey, 509322-0003, info@wanashville countrystar.org or www.wanash villecountrystar.org. Omak Performing Arts Center. Theater owned by the Omak School District. Event booking, technical information:

509-826-8323. Omak Performing Arts Center Foundation. Promotes and assists in managing the Omak Performing Arts Center, and raises funds to maintain and improve the theater. Livia Millard, president; T Lewis, vice president; Charlie Arvidson, treasurer; Cari Zachow, secretary; board members Greg Grillo, Kathy Bone, Kathie Brown, Jim Brucker, Yvette Hill, David Lindeblad, Erik Swanson. Information: 509-826-8323; P.O. Box 327, Omak. Pioneer Players. Omak High School drama club. Information: 509-826-8323. Quilting Columbia River Quilt Guild. Quilting organization based in the Brewster-Bridgeport area. Members do their own projects, plus community projects for those in need. Information: columbia riverquiltguild@yahoo.com or Lisa Schluneger, 509-923-2688. The Highland Stitchers. Quilting organization based in Molson. Members do their own projects, plus community projects. Group host annual quilt show at the

Molson Grange Hall each summer. Information: 509-485-3020. Piece n’ Pals Quilt Guild. Group of quilters who meet to promote the art form and pursue self education through sharing of talents. Group organizes quilt show, raffles and other activities. Meets 6 p.m. third Monday of the month in the carousel building at the Ferry County Fairgrounds, 14 Lawson Way, Republic. Information: http://ferry countyquilting.com or rsiracuse@ msn.com. The Quilters’ Group. Provides an opportunity to work on projects, show and tell, share information and do community service projects. Information: Carol O’Dell, 509-826-0379, or Narda McNally, 509-422-2595. Writing Tonasket Writers’ Group. Meets 1 p.m. last Monday of the month at the Tonasket City Hall. Information: 509-486-2366.

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Organizations. Recovery Organization. Assists Carlton Complex fire. Information: www.roomone.org/fire-recovery or 509-997-2050. Central Washington Fire Recovery. Offers information, maps, photos and other information on area fire recovery. Information: http://central washingtonfirerecovery.info. Colville Indian Reservation Long-Term Recovery Organization. Information: 509634-2200. NCW Fire Relief Fund. Established through the Community Foundation of North Central Washington to support families and individuals affected by wildfires in Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan counties. Information: www.cfncw.org/firerelieffund. Okanogan Conservation District. Provides assistance with land recovery. Information: www.okanogancd.org/carlton. Okanogan County LongTerm Recovery Group (formerly Carlton Complex LongTerm Recovery Group). Umbrella group for various wildfire recovery organizations. Information: carlton

complexrebuild@gmail.com; www.okanogancountyrecovery. com. Omak-Okanogan LongTerm Recovery Organization. Assists summer 2015 wildfire victims in the Omak and Okanogan school districts. Information: https://www.facebook.com/carlto ncomplexrecovery. North Okanogan LongTerm Recovery Organization. Assists summer 2015 wildfire victims in the Tonasket and Oroville school Districts. Information: www.facebook.com/ North-Okanogan-Long-TermRecovery-955592204500249/. Community groups Aeneas Valley Community Association. Works to promote relief to those in need in the community; supports local fire district. Meets third Wednesday of the month. Information: https://www.facebook.com/Aenea s-Valley-Community-AssociationAVCA-838400279667577. Community Foundation of North Central Washington. Manages a permanent charitable

endowment that provides grants and scholarships throughout North-Central Washington. Operates NCW Fire Relief Fund to support families and individuals affected by wildfires in Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan counties. Information: 509-663-7716; 9 S. Wenatchee Ave., Wenatchee 98801; info@cfncw.org; www.cfncw.org. Curlew Civic Club. Information: https://www.face book.com/Curlew-Civics-Club1575219076109429/. Curlew Lake Association. Works on cleanup and fish enhancement projects on Curlew Lake. Information: Bobbi Weller, weller@rcabletv.com. Ladybugs of Conconully Women’s Auxiliary. Raises funds to provide Conconully Volunteer Fire Department with equipment and apparatus; aids those who are burned out by residential fires. Information Marilyn Church, 509-826-4308. Malott Improvement Club. Community social and support group; meets periodically. Meetings are open to the public.

Information: www.facebook. com/MalottImprovementClub. Mid-Valley Hospital Foundation. Secures financial resources necessary to maintain high-quality, personalized patient care at Mid-Valley Hospital. Information: 509-826-1760; freelka@mvhealth.org; www.face book.com/MidValleyHospitalFoun dation/. Okanogan County Search and Rescue Advisory Council. Information: Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office, 509-422-7200. Okanogan Volunteer Fire Department Ladies’ Auxiliary. Supports fire department. Information: 509-422-5757. St. Nicholas Fund. Provides Christmas gifts to community members in need. Holds a December benefit concert in conjunction with Entertainment Extravaganza. Information and contributions: P.O. Box 3453, Omak, or Tria Skirko, 509-4291010. Tonasket Community Cultural Center. Provides a safe and cooperative multi-purpose facility to support the arts,

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Organizations education, recreation and other activities that foster family, community, environmental and economic health, and encourages diversity, cooperation and tolerance. Information: 411 S. Western Ave., Tonasket’ P.O. Box 664, Tonasket 98855; 509-4861328; info@communitycultural center.org; www.community culturalcenter.org. Tonasket/Okanogan Valley Lions Club. Participates in local events, raising money for vision and sight impaired, supports the Lions club in the district and the International Lions Club. Provides funds to assist fire victims, host annual yard sale, golf scramble, Howl-O-Ween dog walk, and Winterfest. Meets 6 p.m. second and fourth Wednesday monthly. Information: Patti Hill 509-4292983; poohnova@gmail.com. Wauconda Club. Women’s club, assists the Wauconda community. Meets from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at the Wauconda Community Hall. Information: Kristi Breezee, 509-486-1431. Wauconda Community Hall. Organizes community events, hosts fund-raisers. Operates food bank. Hosts Flag Day celebration, car show and sock hop in July, Halloween party for children, hunters’ breakfast and pie auction. Information: On Facebook as Wauconda Community Hall Association; Anne Macdonaugh, 509-486-1167; www.facebook. com/Wauconda-Community-HallAssociation-192947434071932. Fairs/festivals Fairy and Human Relations Congress. Dedicated to promoting communication and cocreation with nature spirits, devas and the faery realms. Retreat is

June 21-24, 2018. Information: www.fairycongress.com. Ferry County Fair Association. Meets the fourth Thursday at fairgrounds. Information: Wayne and Sue Egner, 509-775-3146; ferrycounty fair@rcabletv.com. Okanogan Family Faire. Non-profit, charitable organization that provides community events to support public education on a broad range of traditional, rural, economic and spiritual values that reflect respect for the diversity of all people, wildlife and earth. Hosts barter event in the fall. Faire site: 76 W. Cayuse Mountain Road, Tonasket. Information: 509-4862173 or www.okanoganfamily faire.net; P.O. Box 761, Tonasket 98855; 41612 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855; manager@ okanoganfamilyfaire.net; info@okanoganfamilyfaire.net. Okanogan County Fair. Annual fair is the weekend after Labor Day; 2016 fair is Sept. 6-9. Summer camping offered; meeting and event rentals year-round. Fairgrounds location: 175 Rodeo Trail Road, Okanogan. Information: okfair.org; 509-4227100 or fair@co.okanogan.wa.us. Hispanic culture English as a second language classes. Information: Wenatchee Valley College at Omak, 509-422-7800. Indian culture JOM programs. Indian education; operated through school districts. Information: Omak, 8260320; Okanogan, 509-422-3629. Omak Stampede Indian Encampment Committee. Plans and stages Indian encampment and powwow during the Omak Stampede, second

weekend in August; it emphasizes Native American culture in the local area. Theresa Best, chairwoman. Information: www.facebook.com/pages/OmakStampede-Indian-Encampment/ 163939306994517; 509-634-1701; omak.stampede@yahoo.com. Red Road Association. Student club at Wenatchee Valley College at Omak. Promoted higher education, helps dispel myths and stereotypes, promotes Native American heritage. Livia Millard, adviser, 509-422-7814 or lmillard@wvc.edu. Political groups Democratic Central Committee. Conducts business of the Democratic Party in Okanogan County. Michael Sarratt, president; and acting state committeeman; Bessie Wright, vice chair and acting vice chair- membership; C. Keiki Stacy Weigle, vice chair- technology and social media; Kirsten Williams, state committeewoman; John LaFountain treasurer; Valarie Scarratt, secretary. Information: okanogandemocrats@gmail.com; 509-596-1399. Okanogan Valley Tea Party. Local grassroots movement advocating limited constitutional government. Not related to the national Tea Party Patriots. Information: okvalleyteaparty@ gmail.com. Republican Party. Conducts business of the Republican Party in Okanogan County. Officers: Kit Arbuckle, chairman, 509-8262409; Teri Mitschelen, vice chairwoman, 509-422-3944. Reading/library support Adult education/English as a second language, Wenatchee Valley College at Omak. Information: 509-422-7800.

Okanogan preschool story time. Stories, games and fun activities. Information: 509-4222609. Okanogan County Literacy Council. Volunteer group that promotes literacy and provides learning opportunities to all Okanogan County adults who wish to gain or improve basic skills in the use of written and spoken English and arithmetic. Information: Omak Public Library, 509-826-1820; P.O. Box J, 30 S. Ash St., Omak. Okanogan Friends of the Library. Supports the library; holds fund-raisers to benefit the library. Information: 509-4222609. Omak Library Book Discussion Groups. Groups for all ages of readers. Information: 509-826-1820. Omak Library Foundation. Meets annually. Group receives bequests, gifts, memorials and donations for the Omak Public Library’s furnishings and equipment to enrich the library. Information: 509-826-1820; P.O. Box J, Omak. Omak Pioneer Club (Friends of Omak Library). Social group helps with library events and fund raising for library furnishings and events, and children’s reading and craft programs. Information: 509-8261820. Omak story time. Meets 11:30 a.m. to noon every Friday at the Omak Public Library for stories, rhymes and songs for children from birth to 5 years. Promotes the love of books to children along with essential skills for reading readiness. Information: 509-8261820. Oroville Friends of the Library. Supports the library. Information: 509-476-2662.

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Organizations. Republic Friends of the Library. Supports the public library with fund-raisers and other activities. Information: 509-7753328. Friends of the Curlew Library. Supports the library. Information: (509) 779-4893. Room One. A social and health resource center promoting the well being of all those living in the Methow Valley. Information: 509997-2050; info@roomone.org; www.roomone.org. Tonasket Library Board. Holds book sales in June and December to support library’s summer reading program and other projects. Supports library, takes books to shut-ins and the nursing home, assisted living center and senior center. Information: 509-486-2366. Tonasket Library book clubs. Information: 509-4862366. Television Methow Valley Communications District No. 2. Serves the Methow Valley and south Okanogan County. Information: Paul Brown, 509-

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860-4330; 410 E. Woodin Ave., Chelan; P.O. Box 3032, Chelan 98816; info@ncwloanfund.org; ncwloanfund.org. North Central Washington Economic Development District. Federally designated economic development district for the region covering Okanogan, Douglas and Chelan counties and the Colville Indian Reservation. Information: admin@ncwedd or 509-682-6907. Northwest Native Development Fund. Information: www.thenndf.org or 509-6342626; https://www.facebook. com/TheNNDF or thenndf.org. Partnership for a Sustainable Methow. Promotes practices that foster long-term sustainability and well-being in the Methow Valley. Information: 509997-1050; P.O. Box 264, Twisp 98856. SCORE. Part of a national organization of volunteers with a wide range of business experience who provide free business counseling and low-cost workshops. Information: Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce, 509-888-2900 or

https://centralwashington.score.or g/. Small Business Development Center. A cooperative effort of The Economic Alliance, Washington State University and the U.S. Small Business Administration providing business management, technical assistance, training and research to small business owners and managers to improve profitability and stimulate economic growth. Free, confidential one-on-one counseling is provided. Information: 509-826-5107 or blakeney@methow.com; 320 Omak Ave. No. 400, P.O. Box 626, Omak; www.wsbdc.org. The Economic Alliance. Promotes economic development in Okanogan County; provides small business counseling. Roni Holder-Diefenbach, executive director; Carolyn Davis, administrative assistant. Information: 509-826-5107; 320 Omak Ave., Omak; P.O. Box 626, Omak; www.economicalliance.com. Tonasket Visitors and Business Resource Center. Houses Tonasket Chamber of

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Organizations Commerce, Tonasket Visitor Information Center and business resource center offices at 215 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket. Information: 509-486-4543, contact@tvbrc.org or www.tvbrc. org. Chambers of commerce Brewster Chamber of Commerce. Information: www.brewsterchamber.org. Conconully Chamber of Commerce. Information: P.O. Box 309, Conconully 98819; 509826-9050; 877-826-9050; www.conconully.com. Ferry County Chamber of Commerce. Information: www.ferrycounty.com. Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce. Meets at noon every Thursday in various businesses. Information: 509-6333074; chamber@grandcoulee dam.org; www.grandcoulee dam.org. Okanogan Chamber of Commerce. Promotes and supports local businesses and organizations through collaboration, sponsorships and

promotions. Hosts Okanogan Days in June, Harvest Festival in October and Get Lit tree lighting in December. Information: info@ okanoganchamber.com or P.O. Box 1125, Okanogan 98840; http://okanoganchamber.com/. Omak Chamber of Commerce. Meets for lunch the third Wednesday of each month. Information: omakchamber@ gmail.com, www.omakchamber. com or 509-826-1880. Oroville Chamber of Commerce. Provides vision and leadership for Oroville and north central Okanogan County. Promotes tourism, economic development and a positive business climate to result in stability and growth for the region. Meets 1 p.m. first Thursday of the month at various locations. Information: 888-699-5659; P.O. Box 2140, Oroville 98844; orovillewashington@gmail.com; www.orovillewashington.com. Republic Chamber of Commerce. Meets at noon the third Thursday of the month. Jim Milner, president; Mary Masingale, vice president; Travis Wellman,

secretary; Dianne Baldwin, treasurer. Information: P.O. Box 502, Republic 99166; 509-8501427; info@republicchamber.org, www.republicchamber.org. Tonasket Chamber of Commerce. Meets at noon the second Tuesday of the month in various locations. Information: 509-486-7155; P.O. Box 523, Tonasket; chamberoftonasket @gmail.com, www.tonasket chamber.com, 509-486-7155; visitor center 509-486-4543. Twisp Chamber of Commerce. Information: 509997-2020; P.O. Box 686, Twisp 98856; twispinfo@gmail.com; www.twispinfo.com. Winthrop Chamber of Commerce. Meets at 8:30 a.m. second Thursday of the month at the Winthrop Barn. Operates visitor center in its office, 202 Riverside Ave. Information: 509996-2125; P.O. Box 39, Winthrop 9 8 8 6 2 ; info@winthropwashington.com; www.winthropwashington.com.

Gift Shop. Located at 512 Mead Way, Coulee Dam. Information: 509-633-0751. Coulee Corridor National Scenic Byway. Promotes the route between Omak and Othello along state highways 17 and 155 and U.S. Highway 2. Information: http://couleecorridor.com. Grand Coulee Dam Visitor Arrival Center. Fully accessible; features hands-on exhibits, auditorium and restrooms. Packages, boxes, backpacks, bags and purses may not be taken inside. Cameras are OK. Open daily except New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Information: 509-6339265; P.O. Box 620, Grand Coulee 99133; www.usbr.gov/pn/grand coulee/visit/gcvc.html. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. Advises county commissioners on spending of county tourist tax money. Funding requests to Kathleen Descoteaux@co.okanogan.wa.us, 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 150, Okanogan. Information: Kathleen Descoteaux, 509-422-7100 or kdescoteaux@co.okanogan.wa.us. Methow Valley Community

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Organizations. Center and Twisp Visitor Center. Houses theater, library, senior center, arts groups and more. Office hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, year-round. Located in old Twisp High School building on Highway 20. Information: P.O. Box 565, Twisp 98856; 509-997-2926; mvccenter@methownet.com. Okanogan County Tourism Council. Official tourism organization for Okanogan County. Coordinates and promotes sustainable tourism in Okanogan Country. Also produces free maps, guides, travel planner. Information: 509-826-5107 or 888-431-3080; www.okanogan country.com; info@okanogan country.com; P.O. Box 626, Omak. Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Offers recreation information, firewood and Christmas tree permits, state Sno-Park permits, information on hiking, camping and scenic opportunities. Information: Headquarters/supervisor’s office, Wenatchee, 509-664-9200; Omak

Visitor Center, 401 Omak Ave., 509-486-5145; Tonasket Ranger District, 1 W. Winesap, Tonasket, 509-486-2186; Methow Valley Ranger District, 24 W. Chewuch Road, Winthrop, 509-996-4000; North Cascades Smokejumper Base, 23 Intercity Airport Road, Box 180, Winthrop, 509-997-9750. Omak Visitor Information Center. Located at 401 Omak Ave., in East Side Park, Omak. Open year round; summer hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays from May 1 to Sept. 15; winter hours 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Offers information on Washington and British Columbia. Information: 509-826-4218 or 800-225-6625; 401 Omak Ave., Omak; omakvic@north cascades.net, www.omakvisitor center.org. Oroville Visitor Information Center. Information center in Oroville Borderlands Historical Society Depot, 1210 Ironwood St. Information: http://www.orovillewashington.co m/VIC; 888-699-5959.

Tonasket Visitor Information Center. Located at 215 S. Whitcomb Avenue. Information: 509-486-4543; contact@tvbrc.org; www.tvbrc.org. Winthrop Chamber of Commerce Tourist Information. Located at the main downtown intersection with Highway 20. Information: P.O. Box 39, Winthrop 98862; 509-9962125 or 888-463-8469; www.win thropwashington.com.

Education Educational organizations Apple Hill Art Camp. Provides affordable, week-long art classes to children ages 5-17 at sites in Omak and Tonasket. Shorter workshops available throughout the year. Information: applehill art@gmail.com; www.facebook. com/AppleHillArtCamp. Okanogan County School Retirees Association. Serves both active and retired educators by sponsoring scholarships, grants and legislation to improve the quality of retirees’ lives and the

quality of education. Meets at 11 a.m. the last Fridays of September, October, November and January through May at the Koala Street Grill, Omak. Information: Penny Garrison, 509-422-3393, pgarrison07@gmail.com; www.okanogancsra.com. Okanogan County Child Development Association. Offers services for children ages birth to 5 and pregnant women. Information: 509-826-2466; www.occda.net. Omak Early Childhood Program. Affiliated with Omak School District. The program serves preschoolers, including special education preschoolers. Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) available based on income. Information: 509-826-8139. Omak School Secretaries Association. Information: Box 833, Omak; 509-826-0320. Paschal Sherman Indian School parent group. Information: www.psischiefs.org. P.E.O. Assists women in attaining higher education through loans and grants. Gives

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Organizations scholarships to seniors at Omak and Okanogan high schools every year. Meets 7 p.m. first and third Tuesday from September through May in members’ homes. Information: Marsha Aufenkamp, 509-826-3423. Republic Booster Club. Meets 6 p.m. second Thursday of the month in the Ferry County Public Utility District basement. Information: 509-775-2417. Room One. A social and health resource center promoting the wellbeing of all those living in the Methow Valley. Information: 509997-2050; info@roomone.org; www.roomone.org. Wenatchee Valley College at Omak Foundation. Supports programs and facilities at Wenatchee Valley College at Omak. Information: 509-422-7835; fax 509-422-7801; WVCO Foundation, P.O. Box 1374, Omak 98841; jshort@wvc.edu.

Fraternal Fraternal organizations Aurora Masonic Lodge. Meets 7:30 p.m. first Wednesday, except July and August, at Oroville Grange, 622 Fir St., Oroville. Grand Coulee Dam Masonic Lodge. Sixth and Tulip, Coulee Dam. Meets 7:30 p.m. first Thursday of each month. Grand Coulee Eagles. Information: 509-633-0162. Hermanos Del Arte Masonic Lodge. Meets 7:30 p.m. first Monday each month, except for January and February, at Brewster Grange Hall, 25905 Highway 97. Methow Valley Masonic Lodge. Meets 7:30 p.m. second Thursday, except June, July and

August, at the Masonic Hall, Fifth Avenue and Highway 20, Twisp. Okanogan County Shrine Club. Dedicated to helping children. Meets second Monday of the month, except January and February. Information: www.el katif.org/okanogancosc.htm. Okanogan Eagles, Aerie No. 3004. International non-profit organization; unites fraternally in the spirit of liberty, truth, justice and equality to make human life more desirable by lessening its ills, and by promoting peace, prosperity, gladness and hope. Meets at 7 p.m. first and third Mondays; auxiliary meets 7 p.m. first and third Mondays. Information: 1820 N. Second Ave., Okanogan; 509-422-1936; on Facebook, Okanogan Eagles #3004. Okanogan Masons. Meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the Masonic lodge, 234 Tyee St. Okanogan Order of Eastern Star. Meets 7:30 p.m. first Wednesday of the month except July and August. Information: 509422-5524. Omak Elks Lodge. Family oriented group that does community activities. Facility includes banquet hall. Information: 110 S. Ash St., Omak; 509-8267112. Omak Masons Palestine Lodge No. 214. Meets 7:30 p.m. fourth Tuesday, except July and August, at the lodge, 7 S. Ash St. Quad City Eagles. Location: 1030 Columbia Ave. Information: 509-686-5921. Republic Eagles Aerie 68. Located at 42 Knob Hill Road. Information: 509-775-3094; republiceaglesaerie68.weebly.com. Royal Neighbors of America – Oroville chapter.

Charitable organization. Information: P.O. Box 1896, Oroville 98844. Tonasket Eagles Aerie 3002. Information: 213 S. Western Ave.; 509-486-2299.

History Genealogy Okanogan County Genealogical Society. Promotes interest in preserving family history, offers continuing education and assistance in research procedures, provides a growing genealogical library at the Wilson Research Center (next to the Okanogan County Historical Museum, Okanogan) and publishes Okanogan County cemetery and vital statistic records. Noma Wyllson, president; Camden Irwin, vice president; Shaelyn Irwin, secretary; Maggie Mitschelen, treasurer; Karyl Hubbard, publicity. Information: Noma Wyllson, 509-557-6261 or Karyl Hubbard, 509-826-3385, karylh@yahoo.com. History/museums Borderlands Historical Society. Promotes north county history with records, photos and artifacts for Oroville, Molson, Chesaw and Tonasket. Maintains two museums, the Old Oroville Depot and the Old Customs House, and Oroville Visitor Information Center in the Old Depot. Information: www.borderlands historical.org. Bruce and Merilynn Wilson Research Center. Houses reference materials of the Okanogan County Historical Society and Okanogan County Genealogical Society. Information:

509-422-4272. Colville Tribal Archives and Records. Information: 509-6342148 or www.colvilletribes. com/archives-records. Colville Tribal Museum and Gift Shop. Located at 512 Mead Way, Coulee Dam. Information: P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, 99155; phone at 509-633-0751. Conconully Museum. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays or by appointment year-round. Information: 509-826-9050. Coulee Pioneer Museum. Preserves the history and heritage of the pioneer families, businesses and the general area. Open by appointment or check Facebook. Museum located at 3 Coulee Blvd., Electric City. Reservations: 509631-0303. Information: Birdie Hensley, chairwoman, birds@ ifiber.tv or Box 203, Grand Coulee, WA 99133. Curlew Antique Car Museum. Museum north of Curlew houses a collection of antique and classic vehicle, plus a reconstructed antique, steampowered sawmill, farm machinery and a blacksmith shop. Run by volunteers. Located at 17812 Highway 21. Ferry County Historical Society. Located at 15-2 N. Kean St., Republic 99166. Preserves the county’s history. The board of directors meets the fourth Tuesday each month at the Historical Center, Republic. Information: Madilane Perry, president, 509775-2605; www.ferrycountyhs.org. Kettle River History Club/Friends of the Ansorge. Preserves the mementos, artifacts, lands, buildings and evidence of history of the Kettle River Valley; maintains the Ansorge Hotel

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Organizations. Museum (hotel built in 1903). The hotel gives visitors a look at life in the 1900s. Open for tours during the summer. Information: 509779-4742 or www.facebook.com/ friendsoftheansorge/. Molson Museums. Molson School Museum open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Old Molson Museum open April to November, weather permitting. Information: Mary Louise Loe, 509-485-3292; okanoganhistory. org. Okanogan Fire Hall Museum. Replica of historic Okanogan Fire Hall. Located in Okanogan’s Legion Park, adjacent to Okanogan County Historical Museum and Wilson Research Center. Information: 509-4224272; okanoganhistory.org. Okanogan County Historical Museum. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week during summer months, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Selfguided museum detailing the county’s history; includes oldfashioned “Main Street” display, apple history, farm implements and

settler’s cabin. Information: 509422-4272; okanoganhistory.org. Okanogan County Historical Society. Promotes Okanogan County history. Publishes quarterly magazine, Okanogan County Heritage; conducts pioneer interviews; operates museums in Okanogan, Molson (Old Molson, Molson School), Conconully and Winthrop (Shafer); maintains and operates the Wilson Research Center, photographic collections and historical signs. Board meets quarterly. Also home of the Okanogan County Genealogical Society (see separate listing). Marilynn Moses, coordinator. Information: 509-422-4272; mailing P.O. Box 1129, Okanogan; ochs@ncidata.com; okanogan history.org. Shafer Museum. Features Guy Waring cabin, stamp mill, photographs and newspapers. Open daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day, open weekends in May and September; hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission by donation, membership rates vary. Information: 285 Castle Ave.,

Winthrop; P.O. Box 46; 509-9962712; www.shafermuseum.com; staff@shafermuseum.com. Okanogan Borderlands Historical Society. Encourages preservation of north Okanogan Valley history. Operates the Old Oroville Depot Museum, McDonald Cabin, Old Customs House and Oroville Visitor Center. Information: P.O. Box 867, Oroville 98844; 509-476-2739; Kay Sibley, executive director, 509-476-2476; orovillevisitorcenter@gmail.com; borderlandshistorical.org; Okanogan Borderlands Historical Society on Facebook. Omak Rodeo and Native American Center. Information: 509-826-1983 or www.omak stampede.org. Stampede Museum Association. Operates a museum at the corner of Omak Avenue and East Second Avenue featuring memorabilia and historical information about the Omak Stampede, World-Famous Suicide Race and Omak Stampede Indian Encampment. Information: 509826-4114 or 509-223-3523. The Society for Creative

Anachronism Inc. Non-profit, educational organization dedicated to the study and re-creation of the Middle Ages. Information: The Shire of Dregate on Facebook.

Hobbies Airplanes/airports Anderson Field. Brewster municipal airport. Information: www.cityofbrewsterwashington.org /airport.html. Civil Air Patrol, Northern Desert Composite Squadron. Provides leadership activities for young people; instructs cadets in air space education; members can participate in searches for missing persons; operates a drill team and color guard. Information: Northern Desert Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol on Facebook, northerndesert.wawg.cap.gov or northerndesert@wawg.cap.gov. Dorothy Scott Municipal Airport. Owned by City of Oroville. Information: Oroville City Hall, 509-476-2926. Ferry County Airport. Information: www.ferry

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secretary, 509-486-8121, okan oganlew@gmail.com; Lola Orr, treasurer, 509-486-4502, hay wire1@frontier.com; www.wpaflys. org/Chapters/Okanogan_County/ Okanogan_County.html. Okanogan Legion Airport Improvement Association. Manages Okanogan Legion Airport under contract with the City of Okanogan. Information: Harlan Warner, 509-422-3748. Okanogan Legion Airport. Owned by City of Okanogan. Information: Roy Skelton, 509322-4710; city hall, 509-422-3600. Omak Municipal Airport. Owned by City of Omak. Information: 509-322-4046 or 509-826-1170; www.omakcity.com. Tonasket Airport Improvement Club. Annual FlyIn every Father’s Day; includes barbecue on Saturday of Father’s Day weekend and breakfast Sunday morning. Free airplane rides for children 16 years of age and under on Father’s Day. Tonasket Flying Club. Promotes aviation education and flying lessons. Information: www.tonasketflyingclub.com.

Tonasket Municipal Airport. Operated by City of Tonasket. Information: 509-4862132. Twisp Municipal Airport. Operated by Town of Twisp. Information: 509-997-4081. Cars/trucks Coulee Cruizers Car Club. Stages Best Rod Run by a Dam Site in June. Information: P.O. Box 665, Grand Coulee 99133. Information: 509-633-0158. Curlew Antique Car Museum. Museum north of Curlew houses a collection of antique and classic vehicle, plus a reconstructed antique, steampowered sawmill, farm machinery and a blacksmith shop. Run by volunteers. Located at 17812 Highway 21. Friendly OK Car Club. Meets once a month. Holds an annual car show, swap meet and flea market at East Side Park, Omak, on Mother’s Day weekend. Purpose is to preserve and maintain motor vehicles of classic and historical value, and unite owners of special vehicles. Helps the needy, supports

other local car clubs. Open to all ages. Information: 509-826-3154; http://clubs.hemmings.com/friend lyok or Friendly OK Car Club on Facebook. North Country Car Club. Promotes interest in older vehicles and networks with people with like interests. Car show Saturday of Father’s Day weekend, also does car runs, meets with other clubs. Outlaw Truck Races. Events planned April 21 and July 21, 2018, in partnership with Omak Stampede Inc. Information: 509-826-1983; tickets 509-826-1002 or 800-9336625; stampede@northcascades.net; www.omak stampede.org. Tonasket Comancheros. Sponsors Tonasket Demolition Derby on Sunday of Labor Day weekend, Tonasket Junior Rodeo in April, Tonasket Founders’ Day Rodeo the weekend after Memorial Day. Information: 509-429-8036 or Tonasket Comancheros Rodeo Club on Facebook. Dolls Okanogan Valley Doll Club.

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County-wide doll club; members share the love of dolls, doll appraisals and repair and doll making, and host an annual doll show and sale. Information: P.O. Box 1251, Omak 98841; Marjie McClellan, 509-429-8584.

Animals Animal Foster Care. Helps/aids abandoned ownerrelinquished cats in Okanogan County and surrounding counties by giving foster care and eventual placement in a permanent home; shelter located at 4 Spring Coulee Road, Okanogan. Cats can be adopted between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday. Mailing: P.O. Box 3385, Omak 98841; Information: 509-422-3364 or Animal Foster Care Cat Shelter on Facebook. Forget Me Not Animal Shelter. Open by appointment only. Animal shelter, lost and found, adoptions. Information: 49 W. Curlew Lake Road, Republic; 509-775-2308, www.forgetmenot shelter.org or Forget Me Not Animal Shelter on Facebook. N.O. Paws Left Behind Canine Rescue. No-kill shelter and boarding facility near Oroville. Information: 509-476-2991, www.nopawsleftbehinddogrescueo rovillewa.com or N.O. Paws Left

Gems Chief Joseph Gem and Mineral Club. Promotes interest in rock collecting, and gems and minerals. Meets at 5:30 p.m. second Thursday of month, except January and February, at the Okanogan Eagles, 1820 N. Second Ave. Information: chiefjogem@ gmail.com. EM 11/1 Radio Okanogan County Amateur Radio Club. Tests for amateur radio and hosts field days for beginners. Meets at 6:30 p.m. third Wednesday each month at the Okanogan County Public Utility District office, 1331 N. Second Ave., Okanogan. Information: Mike Mauk, 509-449-0605; www.w7orc. com.

ValleyFarmersMarket on Facebook, https://okanogan farmersmarket.org, OVFM@ outlook.com or 509-826-0457. Tonasket Farmers Market. Information: http://tonasket farmersmarket.com; Tom Cloud, manager, 509-486-2333, or info@tonasketfarmersmarket.com. Washington State University Okanogan County Master Gardeners. Organized to educate and promote sound gardening practices. Meets second Tuesday at extension office in Okanogan County Courthouse. Information: 509-422-7245.

Behind Rescue – Oroville, WA on Facebook. Okandogs Okanogan Dogs Adoption Coordinators. A division of OK-SNIP. Okanogan Dogs Adoption Coordinators on Facebook. OK-SNIP (Okanogan Regional Spay and Neuter Project). Formerly Abandoned Cat Team. Information: http://oksnip.org or OK SNIP on Facebook. Gardening/trees Okanogan-Omak Tree Board. Promotes planting and maintenance of urban trees. Information: www.omakcity.com/ BoardsCommissions or 509-8261170, or 509-422-3600. Okanogan Valley Farmers Market. Home-grown, handmade products at two markets, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at Legion Park, Okanogan, from May to October and 3:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Civic League Park, Omak, from July to October. Offers fresh produce, fruits and vegetables, plant starts, honey, baked goods, locally roasted coffee, crafts and music. Information: Okanogan

Peace groups Mother’s Day March for Peace. Peace-related march to the international border near Oroville to meet with Canadian peace community for a program and celebration of peace on Mother’s Day. The 35th annual walk will be May 13, 2018. Information: Joseph Enzensperger, 509-476-4072, jgenz4@gmail.com. Veterans for Peace. Organizes peace festivals.

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Recreation Bicycles Methow Valley Sport Trails Association. Maintains trail network for cross-country skiing and biking/hiking trails. Information: 509-996-3287, info@methowtrails.org, www.methowtrails.org. Methow Valley chapter of Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance. Works towards a system of high quality, sustainable and accessible mountain biking opportunities in the Methow Valley. Information: methow evergreenmtb@gmail.com; www.methowevergreenmtb.org. Fishing Methow Valley Fly Fishers. Information: P.O. Box 101, Winthrop 98862; Information: Bob Jateff, 509-996-2485. Okanogan County Fly Fishing Club. Promotes fly fishing. Meets second Thursday of the month at Okanogan Grange Hall during winter; various lake locations in summer. Information: Greg Bennett, 509-422-9906 after 6 p.m., putmbac@gmail.com. Okanogan Valley Bass Club. Promotes fun and recreation, preserves fisheries through catchand-release program, works with state Department of Fish and Wildlife and other agencies. Okanogan Valley Bass Club on Facebook. Golfing Okanogan Valley Golf Club.

Club meets from March through October at Okanogan Valley Golf Course. Information: 509-8266937; www.okanoganvalley golf.com. Guns, sport 4-H shooting sports clubs. Clubs promote safe gun use, shooting skills; members work and often meet together. Information: Washington State University Extension for Okanogan County, 509-422-7245. FFA. Student organization for agricultural education. Schoolaffiliated clubs provide instruction in agricultural pursuits and competition in shooting sports. Information: Todd Dezellem, Brewster, 509-689-3449; Adam Corum, Bridgeport, 509-686-8770; Jamey Jo Steele, Mansfield, 509683-1012; Okanogan, 509-4223770; Elaine Lewis, Omak, elewis@omaksd.org or 509-8268361; Walt Arnold, Oroville, 509476-3612; Lyle Blackburn, Pateros, 509-923-2343; Matt Deebach, Tonasket, 509-486-2126. Okanogan Wildlife Council. Gun club located at 54A Spring Coulee Road, Okanogan. Operates trap, rifle and pistol ranges for members. Information: P.O. Box 133, Okanogan 98840; www.okanoganwildlifecouncil.org. Omak Fish and Game Club. Provides trap shooting, indoor .22caliber rimfire shooting, one skeet field; competitions held during winter, starting in January. Information: Randy Clough, P.O. Box 1649, Omak. Oroville Gun Club. Located at milepost 18, Highway 7, Oroville. Information P.O. Box 341, Oroville 98844; 509-476-2241. Republic Gun Club. Club shoots with groups from Okanogan County, Almira and other areas

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taking turns going to each others’ clubs. Located on Pendry Road, Republic. Information: 509-7752015. Riverside Sportsman’s Association. Located at 687 Pharr Road, Riverside. Information: Lonnie Scott, 509826-1818. Tonasket Gun Club. Located at 2093 N. Pine Creek Road, Tonasket 98855. Information: 509486-0536. Hiking Methow Valley Sport Trails Association. Trail grooming report: 509-996-3860. Information: 509-996-3287; www.mvsta.com. Horses, riding Boots and Saddles Barrel Racing Club. Barrels and poles events held twice monthly at the Omak Stampede arena. Lead line to open divisions. Points given for year-end awards. Family oriented and beginners welcome. Information: www.omak stampede.org. Methow Valley chapter of the Backcountry Horsemen of Washington. Meets 7 p.m. first Thursday of the month, except July and December, at Methow Valley Senior Center, Twisp. Works to preserve people’s rights to use horses on public lands and protection of back country environment. Educates and informs equestrians and others on the impacts of horse use on the backcountry and the “leave no trace” concept. Annual spring ride, the last weekend in April, also is a fundraiser and hosts riders from around the state. Information: Cathy Upper, president, 509-4292955; www.mvbch.com. Methow Valley Riding

Unlimited. Provides equinefacilitated mental health and therapeutic riding program. Information: 509-996-9881; w w w . m v r i d i n g . o r g ; info@mvriding.org; P.O. Box 58, Winthrop 98862; Methow Valley Riding Unlimited on Facebook. Okanogan Valley chapter of the Backcountry Horsemen of Washington. Educates and informs interested persons about the impacts of horse use on back country lands and works with governmental agencies to build and maintain trails and campgrounds. Information: Rob Bell, president; Pete Hone, vice president; Cathy Kvistad, secretary; Ted Sharr, treasurer and director; Catherine Woodfield, alternate director; Stan Kvistad, trail box. Information: http://ovcbchw.com. Unlimited Riding of Okanogan County. Program specializes in individualized horsemanship for special people. Serves individuals with a wide range of disabilities, and also ablebodied individuals interested in learning about horsemanship. Trail rides offered in the Haley Creek area near Omak. Carey Hunter, instructor/coordinator and registered instructor with North American Riding for the Handicapped Association. Information: 509-826-9492; pinestmp@hotmail.com; www.pinestumpfarms.com. Motorcycles/ATVs Legion Rider. Group for veterans who ride motorcycles. Legion Rider on Facebook. North Central ATV Club. Promotes off-road vehicle activities to educate about ATV use. Meets 6:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month from March to November at state Department of Transportation

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Organizations. building, 28862 Highway 97, Okanogan. President Spencer King. Information: P.O. Box 346, Conconully 98819; www.ncatvclub. org; ncatvclub@ncatvclub.org. Okanogan Valley Wings. Promotes motorcycle touring on a Honda Gold Wing or other motorcycles. Chapter U of a national group. Group is involved in community affairs. Meets 8 a.m. third Saturday of the month, Cariboo Inn, Okanogan. Information: Teri Mitschelen, 509429-1751; Mel Caylor, 509-3222546; www.gwta-wa.org/ chapter/u. Samaritan Riders. President: Justin Hubbard, ContactUsWAMC @SamaritanRiders.org. United Motorcycle Club International, Okanogan chapter. For all riders age 40 and older; no dues. Information: www.umci.org. Rodeo Caribou Trail Junior Rodeo Association. Coordinates competitive junior rodeos for youth. Club members compete in junior rodeos in north central and

eastern Washington. Tracks competitors’ scores and presents end-of-the-year awards to participants. Information: Heather Popelier, 509-322-6434 or heatherp@ncidata.com; www.ctjra.com. Chesaw Rodeo Club. Nonprofit group produces Chesaw Fourth of July Rodeo. Proceeds go to community support. Information: 509-945-0341, 509485-3435, 509-476-2782 or 509560-0220. Methow Valley Horsemen. Stages rodeos on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends at Twin Lakes Rodeo Arena, Winthrop. Information: Leanna Melton, secretary, 509-996-2439; www.methowvalleyrodeo.com; Methow Valley Rodeo on Facebook. Okanogan County Junior Rodeo. Events for children 18 and younger. Rodeo is held at the Omak Stampede arena the third weekend of each May. Buckles and cash awarded. All profits go to Children’s Hospital, Seattle. Information: Belinda Herriman, 509-826-5698. Omak Stampede Inc. Stages

Omak Stampede rodeo the second weekend in August; 2018 is the 85th anniversary. Information: 509-826-1983; tickets 509-8261002 or 800-933-6625; www.omakstampede.org; stampede@northcascades.net. Owners and Jockeys Association. Organizes WorldFamous Suicide Race in conjunction with Omak Stampede. Meetings start in June. Information: 509-733-0481. Tonasket Comancheros. Sponsors the Tonasket Founders’ Day Rodeo first weekend in June, Bulls and Barrels the first Friday in August and the Tonasket Demolition Derby on Sunday of Labor Day weekend. Information: 509-429-8036; Tonasket Comancheros Rodeo Club on Facebook. Tonasket Junior Rodeo Association. A non-profit organization that promotes the sport of rodeo and provides a quality program for youth rodeo contestants to develop rodeo skills, experience a competitive rodeo environment, build healthy friendships and develop character,

Skiing Loup Loup Nordic Trails. Nordic trails at Loup Loup Pass and ski area. Information: Loup Loup Nordic Trails on Facebook; www.skitheloup.com/nordic_trails ; info@skitheloup.com. Loup Loup Ski and Board School. Offers lessons at Loup Loup Ski Bowl. Information: www.skitheloup.com; Loup Loup Ski and Board School on Facebook. Loup Loup Ski Education Foundation. Operates Loup Loup Ski Bowl, located between Okanogan and Twisp on Highway 20. Features quad chair lift, Poma platter pull, bunny rope, rentals and ski shop, tubing area, certified ski school, rest rooms, day lodge with cafeteria; cross country ski trails nearby. Information: 509557-3401; ski school, 509-5573404, condition report 509-557-3405; www.skithe loup.com; Loup Loup Ski Bowl on Facebook; mailing address P.O.

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Organizations Hotline. Information is updated once a week once trail grooming begins. Hotline: 509-422-7324. Tri-Rivers Snowmobile Club, Brewster. Organizes rides throughout Okanogan County and maintain trails in the area. Information: Tri-Rivers Snowmobile Club on Facebook. Washington State Snowmobile Association, District 2 North. Information: Gary Allard, District 2 north representative, 509-826-5215; gary.allard@wssa.us, www.wssa.us.

Box 1187, Twisp 98856. Loup Loup Ski Patrol. Volunteer group provides emergency medical, rescue and communications services at Loup Loup Ski Bowl. Information: 509557-3401, leave message. Methow Valley Sport Trails Association. Maintains cross country ski, biking and hiking trails in the Methow Valley. Information: 509-996-3287; www.mvsta.com. Sitzmark Ski Hill. Located in Havillah in Okanogan Highlands. Offers chair lift, rope tow, rentals, concessions. Information: 509485-3323; http://skisitzmark.org; Sitzmark Ski Area on Facebook.

Swimming pools, municipal (summers only) Brewster Pool, 509-6896689. Bridgeport Pool, 509-6862151. Okanogan Pool, 509-4225711. Omak Pool, 509-826-9543. Tonasket Pool, 509-4862132. Twisp Pool. Information: Twisp Town Hall, 509-997-4081.

Snowmobiling Bonaparte Snowmobile/ ATV Club. Promotes safe snowmobiling and ATV use and works with the Forest Service to keep areas open for winter recreation; family oriented. Club gives a scholarship each year, holds fundraisers and events. Meets at 10 a.m. first Sunday of the month at Bonaparte Lake Resort. Information: Bonaparte Snomobile Atv Club on Facebook. Butte Busters Snowmobile Club. Meets third Wednesday of the month during winter. Information: buttebusters@ yahoo.com. Methow Valley Snowmobile Association. Promotes family snowmobiling. Works with Forest Service to keep trails open and safe for all snowmobilers. Potluck and meetings at 6 p.m. third Tuesday of each month at the Winthrop Barn, 51 Highway 20. Information: methowsnowmobilers@gmail.com; www.facebook.com/methowvalleys nowmobile; mvsnowmobile. blogspot.com. Okanogan County Snowmobile Grooming

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Religion Campgrounds Camp Ortoha. Youth camp at

Lost Lake sponsored by Lutheran churches in Oroville, Tonasket and Havillah. Information: Billie Kuhlmann, 509-485-3352; www.facebook.com/camp.ortoha. Conconully Holiness Association Camp. Located at 202 C Ave., Conconully 98819. Information: 509-826-0888. Faith Frontier Ministries. Christian, non-profit corporation that owns and operates Peniel Ranch on the Columbia River. People can meet God face to face through Bible study and experience the wonders of His creation. Information: 509-633-3649 Ext. 14. Location: 2500 Columbia River Road, Okanogan; Peniel Ranch@hughes.net; www.peniel ranch.org/ North Country Christian School and Campground. Located at 737 Mary Ann Creek Road, Oroville; 509-485-2011; margolthompson@yahoo.com. Christian groups Christians In Action. Nonprofit corporation that unites local Christians to share the gospel of Jesus Christ through the KMBI-FM translator, Stampede outreach, Shellrock Point Sonshine Cross and other activities. Information: Kathleen Christensen, 509-4224660; www.okanoganchristians inaction.org. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Okanogan County Chapter. Sponsors national outreach programs and activities that support congregations, schools, charitable organizations and individuals in need. Information: www.thrivent.com/ preternal. Father’s Ranch Ministry. P.O. Box 1352, Tonasket; 509-486

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Organizations Christian from Page 18 8888. Hot Meal Ministry. Affiliated with Cornerstone Christian Fellowship, 328 Riverside Drive, Omak. Meals served to anyone in need from 5:30-6:15 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month from October through March. Information: 509-826-2061 or www.omakcornerstone.com/hotmeals. Manfisher Ministries. Located in downtown Omak. Christian-based help for those overcoming drugs and alcohol. Information: 509-826-5699; www.manfisher.org.

Resources Mining Colville Indian Environmental Protection Alliance. Mailing: P.O. Box 142, Elmer City 99124. Opposes mining on Colville Indian Reservation. Wants restoration of natural resources after $193 million

settlement with federal government. Information: Gerry Gabriel, 509-633-3456. Committee Monitoring Mine Minerals. Information: Michael “Buffalo” Mazzetti, 425785-9559. Okanogan Highlands Alliance. Dedicated to encouraging participation in decisions that support the integrity, sustainability and prosperity of the community and the environment. Information: David Kliegman, executive director, 509-560-4429; www.okanoganhighlands.org; P.O. Box 163, Tonasket 98855. Resources/environment Coalition for Property Rights. Created in response to proposed county comprehensive plan. Information: Jon Wyss, 509733-0513. Columbiana, Columbia River Bio-Regional Education Project. Publishes Columbiana magazine and Columbiana Magazine Online. Explores the culture and environment in the upper Columbia River and Okanogan bioregion. Mailing

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Information: 509-422-2750; mailing 1251 S. Second Ave., Suite 101, Okanogan; www.ncwrcd.org. Okanogan Land Trust. A group of people dedicated to preserving the region’s rural way of life by protecting working land, open space and wildlife habitats. Helps to improve the economics of open space through voluntary conservation easements and local community action. P.O. Box 293, Tonasket; www.okanogan landtrust.org. People for Alternatives, Conservation and Education (PACE). Seeks solutions to the power needs of the Methow Valley. Information: 509-997-4142. Cascade Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group. Formed to undertake stream restoration projects, collect and analyze scientific data, and coordinate educational efforts related to salmon and other endangered or threatened species of fish. Membership open to anyone interested. Information: Jason Lundgren, 509-476-3444; P.O. Box 3162, Wenatchee 98807; www.ccfeg.org.

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Organizations. Upper Columbia Salmon Recovery Board. A standing committee of the North Central Washington Resource Conservation and Development Council. The board is an independent, non-profit corporation created by three NorthCentral Washington counties and two tribes to promote recovery of endangered spring run Chinook, threatened steelhead and threatened bull trout listed under the federal Endangered Species Act. Information: www.ucsrb.org.

7449 or 509-422-7452, Inchelium: 509-722-7074, Keller 509-6342803; www.colvilletribes.com. Ferry County Senior Information and Assistance: 509-775-0912. In-Home Care of Central Washington. Provides nonmedical, in-home services for seniors and the disabled so that they can maintain a life of independence in their own home without being institutionalized. Information: 130 N. Main, Suite 2, P.O. Box 3699, Omak; 509-8265825 or 800-640-6907; www.inhomecare.org. Okanogan County School Retiree Association. Serves both active and retired educators in sponsoring scholarships and legislation to improve the quality of education. Information: www.okanogancsra.com. Okanogan County Senior Citizens Association. Offers programs to senior citizens, including recreation, education, information, referral services, social activities and serves nutritious meals. Information: Sally R. Alexander, 509-826-6181;

Seniors Senior citizens/retired Aging and Adult Care of Central Washington. Serves North-Central Washington from East Wenatchee. Information: 888437-4147; www.aaccw.org, Omak: 739 Haussler Road, Unit B, Omak, WA 98841. Colville Confederated Tribes Area Agency on Aging. Information: Nespelem: 509-6342758. Nespelem senior meal site: 509-634-2895. Omak: 509-422-

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Wednesdays, Thursdays. Transportation provided. Information: 22 E. Fifth St., Tonasket; 509-486-2483. Okanogan County Transportation and Nutrition. Provides meals, transportation to seniors, general public and the handicapped. Information: 303 2nd Ave. Suite A; 509-826-4391 or 800-635-4391. Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA). Information: 800-5626900; www.insurance.wa.gov/ SHIBA/.

P.O. Box 225, Okanogan, 98840. • Brewster-Bridgeport-Pateros Community Senior Center. Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: noon Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Information: 109 S. Bridge St., Brewster; 509-6892815. • Methow Valley Senior Center. Lunch, Noon, Monday, Thursday, Friday. Information: 215 Methow Valley Highway, Twisp; 509-9977722. • Okanogan Area Senior Center. Lunch: 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Store: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Information: 1300 S. Second Ave. Okanogan; 509-4226776. • Omak Senior Center. Lunch: noon Tuesdays and Fridays. Store: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays. Information: 214 N. Juniper St., Omak; 509-826-4741. • Oroville Senior Center. Lunch: Noon Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Information: 1521 Golden St., Oroville, 509-476-2412. • Tonasket Senior Center. Lunch: Noon Mondays,

Service Service organizations Civil Air Patrol. Provides leadership activities for young people; members can participate in searches for missing persons; operates color guard and teaches cadets to fly. Based at Okanogan Legion Airport. Information: Barry Corson 509-322-3883 or 509-8262288. Kiwanis Clubs. Provides service to the community. Clubs

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Organizations sponsor fundraisers, do hands-on service in the community, give scholarships and support other community organizations. Sponsors youth organizations, including Key Clubs at local high schools. International organization operates student exchange program. • Brewster Kiwanis Club. Meets noon first Wednesdays in the Brewster Clinic conference room No. 529. Information: 509-6892752. • Okanogan Kiwanis Club. Meets noon first and third Wednesdays at Okanogan Eagles Club. Information: Robert Chiles, secretary, 509-826-2629 • Omak Kiwanis Club. Meets 6:30 a.m. second and fourth Thursdays at Koala Street Grill, Omak. Information: Secretary Lynette Rose, www.kiwanisomak. org. • Republic Kiwanis Club. Meets 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Eich’s Mercantile, Republic. Information: Robert Sly, secretary, 509-7759999. • Tonasket Kiwanis Club. Meets 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Tonasket

Senior Center. Information: Bertha Wandler, secretary, 509-486-4577. • Winthrop Kiwanis Club. Meets 6:30 a.m. Tuesdays at The Barn, Winthrop. Information: Bob Stone, 509-996-3991. Knights of Columbus. Meets 6 p.m. last Sunday of the month, Our Lady of the Valley Church, Okanogan. Information: 509-4225049. Okanogan County Search and Rescue. Assists sheriff’s office in various capacities, including locating lost and missing persons. Information: okanogan searchandrescue@gmail.com Okanogan-Omak Rotary Club. Community and world service, fellowship, vocational service by promoting high ethical standards in business, worldwide youth exchange program, service to youth on both a local and worldwide level. Meets at noon Thursdays at Koala Street Grill, Omak. Information: Dick Roberts, 509-422-4412 or 509-826-1191. Omak-Okanogan Civic League. Serves and educates the community, and broadens members’ interests. Meets 7 p.m.

third Monday of the month from January to May and September to November in members’ homes. Information: Cathy MacDonald, 509-422-2109. Red Hat Society. A women’s social club open to any woman. Group began with a few women deciding to greet middle age with verve, humor and spirit. Helps neighbors in need, cheers the grieving, hosts tea parties, takes cookies to rest homes and does other service projects. Information: 866-386-2850. • Ferry County Red Hat Society. Hosts luncheon the second Monday of the month at varying locations. Information: 509-775-3004. Soroptimist International of Okanogan Valley. Offers $500 scholarships to Omak and Okanogan high school seniors continuing on to a community college or a university. Other service projects include the Christmas Sharing Tree, Best for Women Fair, women’s opportunity awards, Violet Richardson award, the Support Center and Valley Care Center. Information: 509-4294352.

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Baseball and softball Okanogan County Senior Babe Ruth. For players 16-19 years; www.nwbaberuth.org. Okanogan Valley Co-ed League. Information: Shirley Bowden, 509-422-3577. Okanogan Valley Women’s Softball League. Information: Shirley Bowden, 509-422-3577. Omak Youth Baseball. Information: www.omak youthbaseball.com. Okanogan Youth Baseball. Information: Steve Brown, 509846-4711. Senior men’s softball. Players can participate the year in which they turn 50 or 60. Information: Shirley Bowden, 509-

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Organizations. 422-3577. Tonasket Youth Baseball. Makes T-ball, baseball and softball available to all 6- to 12-year-old girls and boys in Tonasket. Information: Jeff Prock 509-5579345 Tonasket Babe Ruth. For players 13-15. Information: Jeff Prock 509-557-9345 Washington State Amateur Softball Association, District No. 16. Commissioner for district: Shirley Bowden, 509-422-3577.

Okanogan Flag Football. For youth in kindergarten through third grade. Information: okflagfootball@gmail.com. Golf Ladies Golf Association. Meets during golf season at noon first Thursday of month at Okanogan Valley Golf Club. Information: Okanogan Valley Golf Club, 509-826-6937. Men’s Golf Association. Information: Okanogan Valley Golf Club, 509-826-6937.

Basketball Okanogan Youth Basketball: Information: Ryan Lafferty, 509429-3886

Miscellaneous Central Valley Sports Complex. Owned by City of Okanogan. Information and field scheduling: Okanogan City Hall, 509-422-3600. East Side Park. Owned by City of Omak. Information and field scheduling: Omak City Hall, 509826-1170. Okanogan Athletic Booster Club. Provides support for all Okanogan High School sports teams; offers scholarships to student athletes. Information: Okanogan Athletic Booster Club,

Football NCW Youth Football. Tackle football for youngsters. Information: http://ncwyouth football.com. Teams in: • Brewster • Coulee Dam/Grand Coulee • Okanogan, David Grooms • Omak • Oroville • Tonasket • Twisp

P.O. Box 764, Okanogan, or oabc2008@hotmail.com. Soccer North Central Youth Soccer. Information: www.ncw soccer.com. Methow Valley Soccer. Information: www.ncwsoccer. com/ncwsoccerwp/?page_id=93. Oroville Youth Soccer Club. Information: www.ncwsoccer.com/ ncwsoccerwp/?page_id=115. River Valley Soccer Club. Provides recreational and traveling soccer teams for youth ages 5-19. Sponsors summer soccer camp. Information: www.ncwsoccer.com/ RiverValley/ncwsoccerwp/?page _id=117 Tonasket Youth Soccer Club. Information: www.ncw soccer.com/ncwsoccerwp/?page _id=113.

Support Alcohol/narcotics Alcohol/drug abuse 24-hour crisis line. Information: Okanogan Behavioral HealthCare, 509-826-

6191. Al-Anon. Part of world-wide organization offering self-help recovery program for families and friends of alcoholics regardless of whether the alcoholic seeks help or recognizes the existence of a drinking problem. • Okanogan, meets 7 p.m. Fridays, United Methodist Church, 231 S. Third Ave. • Tonasket. Information: 509486-2687. • Omak, meets 7 p.m. Tuesdays, 327 Edmonds St. • Twisp, call for meeting information: 509-997-0356. Alcoholics Anonymous. Confidential support group for people with alcoholic substance problems. • Grand Coulee, meets Monday and Wednesday at 7 p.m. and Friday at 6 p.m. at the VFW Hall • Nespelem, meets 6 p.m. Mondays, Catholic Church. Information: 509-634-4921. • Okanogan, meets at 7 p.m. Sundays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at United Methodist Church, 231 Third Ave., Okanogan (Saturday is a candlelight meeting).

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Organizations Information: 509-826-6299. • Omak, meets at noon Mondays and Thursdays, Community Presbyterian Church, 9 S. Birch, Omak; 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 530 Jackson St., Omak; 8:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Shove House, 1007 Koala Ave.; Women’s meeting 7 p.m., Mondays at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, 639 W. Ridge Drive; Men’s meeting 7 p.m. Mondays, First Presbyterian Church, Omak. Information: 509826-6299. • Oroville, meets 8 p.m. Sundays and Thursdays at the Catholic Church, 1715 S. Main St. • Republic, meets 7 p.m. Sundays at Prospectors Inn, 979 S. Clark Ave. • Spanish-speaking, meets 7 p.m. Thursdays, Shove House, 1007 Koala Ave. • Tonasket, meets 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays, Hillside Park Apartments, 515 S. Tonasket Ave., Tonasket. Information: 509429-1904. • Twisp, meets 6:30 p.m. Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays at Masonic Hall; 7 p.m. Wednesdays at Calvary Chapel, 20077 Highway 20. • Wauconda, meets 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Wauconda Community Church. Information: 509-4864974. • Winthrop, meets 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, Friendship Church, 809 Highway 20; 7 p.m. Saturdays, Forest Service Office, West Chewuch Road. Ferry County drug and alcohol counseling. Information: 509-775-2958. Manfisher Ministries. Located in downtown Omak. Christian-based help for those overcoming drugs and alcohol. Information: 509-826-5699.

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826-4931 Child abuse prevention Child Protective Services, Ferry County. Information: 509775-2220; reporting, 800-8694018. Family Empowerment Project. Offers family advocacy support groups and education. County-wide project operated through Okanogan School District. Information: 516 Tyee St., Okanogan; 509-422-5414; fax 509826-9674. Support Center. Provides assistance for victims of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault and general crime. Adult/child domestic violence and sexual assault help line, 24 hours a day: 888-826-3221 or 509-826-3221. Crime victim services Crime Victims Service Center. Information: 866-3736627. Okanogan County Crime Victim-Witness Assistance. For victims and witnesses involved in cases being prosecuted in Okanogan County. Information: Stacie Nicholson, 509-422-7289, Stacie.nicholson@co.okanogan.wa. us. Support Center. Provides assistance for victims of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault and general crime. Adult/child domestic violence and sexual assault help line, 24 hours a day: 888-826-3221 or 509-826-3221. Deaf services Washington State Department of Social and Health Services text telephone device (TTY). Upgraded TTY accessibility makes it easier for people with hearing loss or speech disabilities to report suspected

abuse or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult. Information: 800-676-3777; Spanish, 800-6764290; www.washingtonrelay.com. Domestic violence, rape crisis, sexual assault Adult Protective Services, Ferry County. Information: 509685-5646. Connections. Domestic violence and sexual assault victims’ advocacy in Ferry County. Information: 870 S. Clark Ave, Republic; 509-775-3331, 877-8769186 (toll free), 775-2014 (fax), 775-3851 (TTY). After hours advocate: 800-269-2380. Support Center. Assistance for victims of domestic violence, child abuse, date rape, sexual assault and general crime. Runs domestic violence support group, child and adult sexual assault support groups, survivors of sexual abuse group. 619 S. Second Ave., Okanogan. Information and assistance, 24 hours: 509-826-3221 or 888-826-3221. Emergency assistance American Red Cross. Provides emergency and disaster assistance, first aid classes, other services. Information: www.redcross.org. Emergencies (police, fire, ambulance, etc.): Dial 911. Okanogan Behavioral HealthCare. Offers 24-hour crisis line, 509-826-6191; counseling available throughout Okanogan County. Information: 509-8266191 (collect calls OK) or 866-8266191. Okanogan County Community Action Council. Provides a variety of assistance to low-income people; operates a food bank at 424 S. Second Ave. Information: P.O. Box 1067,

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Organizations. Okanogan; 509-422-4041 or 877641-0101. Poison Control Center. Tollfree: 800-222-1222. Runaway Hotline. Toll-free, 800-RUNAWAY (786-2929). Suicide prevention. Okanogan Behavioral HealthCare. Information: 509826-6191, 866-826-6191. The Support Center. Assistance for victims of domestic violence, child abuse, date rape, sexual assault and general crimes. Information and assistance, 24 hours: 509-826-3221 or 888-8263221. Food and clothing banks, emergency food Adventist Community Services, Brewster clothing bank. Operations 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays, 17 N.E. Hospital Way, Seventh-day Adventist Church community service building. Information: 509-689-3537. Colville Tribal Food Distribution, Nespelem. For Colville Indian Reservation residents only, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday in Old HRD Building at Colville tribal agency. Information: 509-6342767. Conconully Food Bank. First and third Wednesday of the month from 1:30-3 p.m., Conconully Community Hall, 217 Main St. Information: 509-826-4958. Family Empowerment Project. Offers clothing bank and small household goods. Countywide project operated through Okanogan School District at 516 Tyee St., Okanogan. Information: 509-422-5414, fax 509-826-9674. Inchelium Community Center. For Colville Indian Reservation residents only. Food distribution 10 a.m. third Thursday

of the month. Information: 509722-7031. Keller Senior Meal Site. Northwest Harvest Food distribution is at 10 a.m. third Tuesday. Information: 509-6342767. Okanogan County Community Action. Offers various emergency services. Closed Fridays. Information: 509-4224041. Okanogan Food Bank. Commodities, food bank, emergency food assistance. Distribution 9-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays, Community Action office, 424 S. Second Ave., Okanogan. Information: 509-4224041. Omak Food Distribution — Second Harvest. For Colville Indian Reservation residents only. Food distribution 10 a.m. third Wednesday of the month at Omak senior building in east Omak. Information: 509-422-7449 or 509-634-2767. Omak Food Bank. Food and commodities. Distribution 9-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays, 101 W. Fourth, Omak. Information: 509-826-1717, 509-826-0384 or 509-826-0178. Oroville Food Bank and commodities. Distribution 9:3011:30 a.m. every Thursday (in weeks with Thursday holidays, distribution is Tuesday) in the basement of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Oroville. Information: Jeff Austin, 509-4763978. People’s Pantry Food Bank. Open 2:30-4:30 p.m. Thursdays, 925 S. Keller; 10-11 a.m. second and fourth Thursdays, Curlew Presbyterian Church. The Cove. Food bank and commodities for Methow Valley, 14 p.m. Thursdays, 128 Glover St.,

Twisp. Non-profit outreach program provides emergency food service. Clothing only at Methow Valley Community Center (senior center), Twisp. Information: 509997-0227. Tonasket Food Bank and commodities. Open 9-11 a.m. Thursdays at 101 U.S. Highway 97. Information: Debbie Roberts, 509486-2192. Wauconda Food Bank. Open 1-2 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays at the Wauconda Community Hall, 129 Toroda Creek Road. Also offers clothing. Information: Kristi Breezee, 509486-1431. Health services CareNet Pregnancy Center of Okanogan County. Free pregnancy tests, pregnancy education; “Earn while you learn” clothing boutique and abstinence education. Promotes healthy relationships and abstinence. Information: 509-422-5506; 24hour hotline, 800-395-HELP (4357). Greater Okanogan Health and Safety Network. Meets monthly; call for location and time. Grants for youth projects available. Information: Rochelle Riling, 509422-1223. Fit4Life Coalition. Encourages general fitness and wellbeing. Plans several events during the year. Information: Hailey McKee, hmckee@omaksd. wednet.edu. Okanogan County Public Health. Offers international travel shots, HIV testing, food handler permits, issues birth certificate records and other services. Information: 509-422-7140. Northeast TriCounty Health District. Republic, 509775-3111.

Room One Health and Social Service Center. A social service hub providing health programs and support services for all people in the Methow Valley. Information: 509-997-2050; i n f o @ r o o m o n e . o r g ; www.roomone.org. Twisp Family Planning. Located at Room One Health and Social Service Resource Center, 315 Lincoln St., Twisp. Information: 800-660-1624. Housing Colville Indian Housing Authority. Information: 509-6344229; P.O. Box 528 Nespelem 99155. Housing Authority of Okanogan County. Board meets 5:30 p.m. second Tuesday of month 110 Oak St., Okanogan. Mission is to assist in acquiring affordable, safe, sanitary and decent housing for low-, very low- and moderateincome residents of Okanogan County. Offers Section 8 and TBRA rental assistance vouchers. Owns and manages Caribou Trail Apartments, Twisp Gardens Apartments, IronStraw Agricultural Housing and Pine Meadows Senior Housing. Information: Serena Homan, 509422-3721; serena_ocha@ communitynet.org. Okanogan County Community Action. Housing information: 509-422-4041; www.occac.com. Okanogan County Habitat for Humanity. Works to build housing for low-income persons. Information: Arlene Johnson, 509223-3147. Okanogan County Housing Authority. Meets 5:30 p.m. second Tuesday of month 110 Oak St. Mission is to assist in acquiring affordable, safe, sanitary and

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Organizations decent housing for low-, very lowand moderate-income residents of Okanogan County. Offers Section 8 and TBRA rental assistance and manages Caribou Trail Apartments, Twisp Gardens Apartments, Iron Straw Farmworker Housing and Pine Meadows Senior Housing. Information: Chris Scott, 509-4223721; chris_ocha@community net.org. Oroville Housing Authority. Information: P.O. Box 1242, Oroville; 509-476-3059. Okanogan Country Dwellers. Non-profit organization providing low-income housing for adults with developmental disabilities. Information: Linda Topping, 509-486-4706. Republic/Ferry County Joint Housing Authority. Information: 509-775-3924. Legal Okanogan County Dispute Resolution Center. Provides mediation, a non-adversarial, inexpensive option for resolving a conflict, whether it be dissolution of marriage, neighbor/neighbor,

merchant/consumer or employee/employer; 217 W. Pine St., Okanogan. Information: 509826-1776. Victim-Witness Program. Provides accompaniment to court, witness notification, victim advocacy, assistance in applying for crime victim compensation, information and referral, community education, and restitution for victims. Information: 509-422-7289; fax 509-422-7290; 237 N. Fourth Ave., Okanogan; mailing P.O. Box 1130, Okanogan 98840. Parenting services/groups Family Empowerment Project. Offers family advocacy support groups and education. County-wide project operated through Okanogan School District. Information: 509-422-5414; fax 509-826-9674. Los Ninos Bien Educados. Offers parenting classes. Information: 509-826-6191. MOPS of Curlew. Organization for mothers of preschoolers offering speakers, food, crafts and fellowship.

Monthly event from 10 a.m. to noon third Friday of the month at Curlew Civic Hall, 3 Washburn St. Information: 509-779-4472. Okanogan County Dispute Resolution Center. Mediators are available to help clients develop their own parenting plans. Offers â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your Child and Divorce or Separationâ&#x20AC;? classes. Information: 509-826-1776. Okanogan County Public Health/Okanogan County Health District. Offers public health nurse visits during pregnancy and after delivery to help women have healthy babies, and to infants with health risks, teaches positive parenting skills. Helps families find special needs medical care or therapy. Information: 509-422-7140. Recreation Columbia Cove Community Center. Owned by City of Brewster. Phone: 509-689-2994. Community Cultural Center, Tonasket. Non-profit organization dedicated to providing a place for quality family activities. Events are primarily family

oriented. Information: P.O. Box 664, Tonasket, WA 98855; 411 S. Western Ave., Tonasket. Phone: 486-1328; www.cccoftonasket.org. Manfisher Ministries. Located in downtown Omak. Christian outreach to youth and adults. Information: 509-826-5699. Social services Okanogan County Community Action Council. Offers a variety of food and emergency services, educational services, weatherization assistance, anti-poverty programs. Information: 509-422-4041; www.occac.com. Okanogan County Dispute Resolution Center. Information: 509-826-1776. Okanogan County Interagency Consortium. Various social agencies meet quarterly to exchange information. Meetings are open to the public. Information: 509-422-5414, fax 509-826-9674. Rural Resources. Community action to assist Ferry

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Organizations Social from Page 26 County people and communities develop the skills, resources and services necessary to improve their general welfare. Information: 509775-0912. Salvation Army, Omak and Okanogan area. Information: Manfisher Ministries, 509-8265699. Welfare Fraud Hot Line. Accepts anonymous calls 24 hours a day with tips on suspected welfare fraud: 800-562-6906. Special needs Northwest Center. Provides employment counseling, job placement and community integration activities to developmentally disabled and handicapped adults. Information: 888-826-1273; Ferry County, 509684-8859 or (toll free) 888-7008164. Early Childhood Program. Affiliated with Omak School District. Serves infants, toddlers and preschoolers ages 3-5. Information: 509-826-4908. Okanogan County Developmental Disabilities. Information: 509-826-6191. Okanogan Country Dwellers. Non-profit organization providing low-income housing for adults with developmental disabilities. Information: Linda Topping, 509-486-4706. Triple P Parenting. Information: Lynell Morrison, 509826-1776. Special Olympics. Provides a variety of activities including track and field, bowling, gymnastics and basketball. Information: Patricia Stanley 509-322-3214 or 800-7527559. Washington Department of

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Association. Provides assistance with claims for legally blind veterans. Information: 800-6697079, www.bva.org. Colville Business Council Veterans Committee. Meets Wednesdays. Information: 509634-2206. Ferry County Mountain Veterans Center. 12 Trout Creek, Republic. Information: 509-7758893. NCW Blue Star Mothers. Support group made up of mothers of military service men and women. Not all troops leave behind a wife and children, but all have mothers. Meets at 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month, location varies between Omak, Tonasket and Oroville. Information: ncw.bluestars@ yahoo.com. U.S. Armed Forces Legacy Project. Ongoing organization and project to honor veterans and provide a service officer and research library on U.S. Highway 97 in south Tonasket. Meets at 6 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at the Legacy site in Tonasket. Information: Roger Castelda, 509-486-1482, or George Frank, 509-486-2747. U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs. Benefits information and assistance: 800827-1000. Veterans for Peace. Organizes annual peace festival. Information: Rick Gillespie, rickg@columbiana.org. Veterans’ services, Colville Confederated Tribes. Information: 509-634-2755. Veterans’ Relief Board. Okanogan County commissionerappointed board that administers tax-supported veterans’ relief fund. Provides assistance for veterans needing clothing, food, assistance

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Organizations. information: 509-422-7245. Ferry County information: 509-775-5235. Boy Scouts. Mission is to serve others by helping to instill values in young people and in other ways prepare them to make ethical choices during their lifetime to achieve their full potential. Information: Dave Yarnell, chairman. • Ferry County Boy Scout Troop 61. Meets the first and third Monday at Youth Dynamics, Republic. Information: Committee chairman Matt Dalton, 509-7752972. • Ferry County Cub Scout Pack 61. Parents meet the first and third Mondays at Youth Dynamics, Republic. Information: 509-7752972. • Okanogan County Boy Scout Troop 60. Scoutmaster Rob Chilcote, 509-322-5568. Camp Fire USA. Information: 800-669-6884. Civil Air Patrol. Provides leadership activities for young people; members can participate in searches for missing persons; operates a drill team and color guard. Based at Okanogan Legion

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Airport. Meetings at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at Omak High School library. Information: Barry Corson, 509-322-3883. Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho. 1404 N. Ash St., Spokane, WA 99201. Information: 800-8279370 ext. 244. Key Club. Service organization for high school students, sponsored by Kiwanis. • Liberty Bell High School Key Club. Sponsored by Winthrop Kiwanis Club. Information: Roy Reiber, adviser, 509-997-5666. • Okanogan High School Key Club. Sponsored by Okanogan Kiwanis Club. Information: Bob Shacklett, 509-422-3770. • Omak High School Key Club. Sponsored by Omak Kiwanis Club. Information: 509-826-5150. Youth Dynamics. North Clark Ave., Republic, WA 509-7571. www.yd.org.

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Okanogan County Brewster 109 N. Seventh St., 98812. 509689-3510. Carlton 2274 state Highway 153, 98814. 509-997-6091.

Ferry County Curlew 1 River St., 99118. 509-779-4640. Danville 2 Fourth of July Creek Road, 99121. 509-779-4485 Inchelium 2316 Inchelium Highway, 99138. 509-722-4905. Keller 11673 S. state Highway 21, 99140. 509-634-4392. Laurier 27007 N. state Highway 395, 99146. 509-684-2606. Malo 17500 N. state Highway 21, 99150. 509-779-4355. Orient 365 Main St., 99160. 509-6845886. Republic 128 N. Clark Ave., 99166. 509775-3332.

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washington.net Incorporated: 1910 Elevation: 829 feet Population: 2,499 Mayor: Janet Conklin Council: Matthew Schuh, Jacqueline Hentges, Phil Lee, Sergio Orozco, Anthony Jenkins Council meets: 7 p.m. third Wednesday, City Hall Attorney: Ogden Murphy Wallace, Wenatchee City clerk/Treasurer: Judy Brown Deputy clerk: Amparito Martinez Librarian: Michelle Orosco Douglas County District Court judge: Judy McCauley Fire chief: Carlos Lopez EMS assistant chief: Tami Jackson Police: Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, 800-452-1732 (non-emergency) Public works superintendent: Stuart Dezellem Building inspector: Darren Moore Animal control: Bill Zweigle, 509-4490515 Conconully 219 Main, P.O. Box 127, 98819 509-826-6005; 509-826-5747 fax Email: clerk@townof

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conconully.com Incorporated: 1908 Elevation: 2,300 feet Population: 210 Mayor: Sam Martin Council: Chris Scott, Cheryl Russell, Jim Lemaster, Geno Zinani, Norma Clark Council meets: 6 p.m. second Tuesday December through March; 6 p.m.second and fourth Tuesdays from April through November, at Conconully Community Hall Clerk-treasurer: Tami Cochran Volunteer chief: Zachary Claussen Police protection: Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office, 509-422-7200 Attorney: Ogden, Murphy and Wallace, Wenatchee Public works director: Zachary Claussen Coulee Dam 300 Lincoln Ave., 99116 509-633-0320; 509-633-3252 fax Website: www.townofcouleedam.org Email: cdclerk@couleedam.org Incorporated: 1959 Elevation: 1,140 feet Population: 1,100 Mayor: Larry Price Council: Fred Netzel, Bob Poch, Keith St. Jeor, Marcia Warnecke, Benjamin Alling

Council meets: 6 p.m. second and fourth Wednesdays, town hall Attorney: Mick Howe Public works superintendent: Mike Steffens Clerk-treasurer: Stefani Bowden Fire chief: Charles Pope Police chief: Paul Bowden Elmer City 505 Seaton Ave., P.O. Box 179, 99124 509-633-2872; 509-633-3448 fax Email: elmercityclerk@live.com Incorporated: 1947 Elevation: 1,200 feet Population: 290 Mayor: Gail Morin Council: Donald Bonertz, Clara Carson, Juaquin Marchand, Jesse Tillman, one vacancy Council meets: 7 p.m. second Thursday, town hall Clerk-treasurer: Gary Benton Fire chief: David Finch Attorney: Scott DeTro Maintenance: James Tillman Grand Coulee 306 Midway Ave., P.O. Box 180, 99133

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Cities and towns. Cities from Page 31 509-633-1105, 509-633-1370 fax Email: clerkgc@gccitywa.org Incorporated: 1935 Elevation: 1,483 Population: 1,056 Mayor: Paul Townsend Council: Tammara J. Byers, Gary Carrier, David Tylor, Tom Poplawski, Mike Horne Council meets: 6 p.m. third Tuesday, City Hall Attorney: Charles D. Zimmerman Clerk-treasurer: Carol Boyce Librarian: Lisa Moore Utility foreman: Dennis Francis Fire chief: Richard Paris Police chief: John Tufts Mansfield 26 Main St., P.O. Box 218, 98830 509-683-1112; 509-683-1002 fax Website: www.mansfield washington.org email: mansfield@nwi.net Incorporated: 1911 Elevation: 2,270 Population: 330 Mayor: Tom Snell Council: Adam Foged, Jerry Poole, Erik Hessman, Clint Wall, Betty Wilsey Council meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesday, town hall Attorney: Steve Smith Clerk-treasurer: Tricia Sima Fire chief: Tyler Caille Public works: Jesse Shafer Police: Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Nespelem 330 Ninth St., P.O. Box 240, 99155 509-634-4691; 509-634-4321 fax Email: townofnespelem @centurylink.net Incorporated: 1935 Elevation: 1,900 feet Population: 224 Mayor Pro-tem: Darcy Epperson Council: Victor Becker, Jama VanBrunt,

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Council meets: 7 p.m. first and third Mondays, City Hall Attorney: Mick Howe Airport manager: Tracy Oestreich Building official: Patrick “Jake” Dalton Public works director: Ken Mears City administrator: Todd McDaniel City clerk: Connie Thomas Fire chief: Kevin Bowling Librarian: Sharon Reddick Municipal judge: David Ebenger Police chief: Jeff Koplin, 826-0383 (non-emergency) Oroville 1308 Ironwood, P.O. Box 2200, 98844 509-476-2926; 509-476-9067 fax Website: www.oroville-wa.com Email: joann.oroville @nvinet.com Incorporated: 1908 Elevation: 925 feet Population: 1,705 Mayor: Jon Neal Council: Walt Hart, Tony Koepke, David “Mac” McElheran, Ed Naillon, Robert Fuchs Council meets: 7 p.m. first and third Tuesdays, City Hall Attorney: Mick Howe Clerk-treasurer: JoAnn Denney Deputy clerk: Karen Monroe Fire chief: Rod Noel Police chief: Todd Hill City superintendent: Rod Noel Librarian: Heather Burnell Building official: Christian D. Johnson Pateros 113 Lakeshore Drive, P.O. Box 8, 98846 509-923-2571; 509-923-2971 fax Website: www.pateros.com Email: pateros@swift-stream.com Incorporated: 1913 Elevation: 812 feet Population: 550 Mayor: Carlene Anders Council: Christine Perry, MikeHarding, George Brady, Sherrard, one vacancy Council meets: 6 p.m. third Monday,

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Cities and towns, schools. 509-997-6112 Librarian: Dawn Woodruff Public works director: Andrew Denham Building inspector: buildinginspector@ townoftwisp.com Planner: Kurt Danison, Highlands Associates Airport: 509-997-4081 Winthrop 206 Riverside, P.O. Box 459, 98862 509-996-2320; fax 509-996-9221 Email: townhall@ townofwinthrop.com Website: www.townof winthrop.com Incorporated: 1924 Elevation: 1,765 feet Population: 430 Mayor: Sally Ranzau Council: Kirsten Vanderhalf, Joseph O’Driscoll, Ben Nelson, William Kilby, Bill McAdow Council meets: 6 p.m. first and third Wednesdays November through March; 7 p.m. first and third Wednesdays, April through October, Hen House area of Winthrop Barn Attorney: Scott DeTro Clerk-treasurer: Michelle Gaines Deputy clerk: Cindy Hicks Fire chief: Part of Fire District No. 6

Librarian: Sally Portman Municipal judge: Dave Ebenger Marshal: Dan Tindall Public works, wastewater treatment superintendent: Richard Karro Building inspector: Marc Straub Town planner: Rocklynn Culp, planner@townofwinthrop.com Westernization administrator: Cindy Hicks, westernization@townofwinthrop. com

Schools Brewster School District 520 W. Main Street Box 97, Brewster 98812 509-689-3418, fax 509-689-0749 Superintendent: Eric Driessen District secretary: Debbie Riggan Brewster High School, 509-689-3449; 503 S. Seventh St. Principal: Linda Dezellem Brewster Junior High School, (sixth through eighth grades) 509-689-3440; 503 S. Seventh St. Principal: Greg Austin Brewster Elementary School, (kindergarten through fifth grade), 509-6892581; 502 S. Seventh St. Principal: Lynnette Blackburn

Also offers preschool handicapped program Board members: Maria Maldonado, Don Becker, Hector Aparicio, Mario Camacho, Peggy Rice Board meets: 7 p.m. fourth Monday, Brewster High School library www.brewsterbears.org Bridgeport School District 1300 Douglas Ave. Box 1060, Bridgeport 98813 509-686-5656 Superintendent: Scott Sattler Administrative assistant: Raelynn Dezellem Bridgeport High School, 509-686-8770 Principal: Tamra Jackson Aurora High School, 509-686-8770 Principal: Tamra Jackson Bridgeport Middle School (fifth through eighth grades), 509-686-9501 Principal: Hanna Coffman Bridgeport Elementary School, (kindergarten through fourth grade), 509686-2201 Principal: Jesse Macy Also offers district-sponsored preschool Board members: Zeke Martinez, Maggie Ochoa, Wayne van Zwoll, Tracy Zahn, Janie Jenkins Board meets: Last Monday of the

month at 6 p.m. in the superintendent’s office www.bridgeport.wednet.edu Curlew School District 47 Curlew School Road, Curlew 509-779-4931 Superintendent: John Glenewinkel Curlew School (preschool, kindergarten through 12th grade), 509-7794931 Principal: Paul Clark Board members: Johnna Olson, Brad Miller, Will Beedle, Dani Harbick, Danial McElheran Board meets: 4 p.m. third Thursday, Curlew School Library www.curlew.wednet.edu Grand Coulee Dam School District 503 Crest Drive (pre-kindergarten through sixth grade) 505 Crest Drive (junior high/high school) Coulee Dam 99116 509-633-2143, fax 509-633-2530 Superintendent: Paul Turner Lake Roosevelt Junior High/High School, 509-633-1442 Principal: Mark Herndon Lake Roosevelt Elementary, 509-6330730

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Schools Principal: Lisa Lakin Board members: Joette Barry, Carla Marconi, Ken Stanger, George LaPlace, Rich Black Board meets: 6 p.m. fourth Monday, Lake Roosevelt Jr/Sr High School Library www.gcdsd.org Inchelium School District 2 Hornet Ave. P.O. Box 285, Inchelium 99138 509-722-6181 Ext. 0, fax 509-722-6192 Superintendent: Kim Spacek Principal: John Moddrell Board members: Stefanie Hicks, Karen Hoffman, Bessie Simpson, Richard Whitney, one vacancy Board meets: 4:30 p.m. fourth Thursday, Inchelium School library www.inchelium.wednet.edu email: first initial plus last name@inchelium.wednet.edu Keller School District 17 S. School Road P.O. Box 367, Keller 99140 509-634-4325 Superintendent: Wayne Massie (Kindergarten to sixth grade) District secretary: 509-634-4325 Board members: Pat Hayes, Katherine Walden, Karlene Katich, Brandy Katich, Storey Jackson Board meets: 5:30 p.m. next-to-last Wednesday, staff room (unless posted) www.keller.k12.wa.us email: Access through website Mansfield School District 491 Road 14 N.E. Box 188, Mansfield 98830 509-683-1012, fax 509-683-1281 Superintendent: Mike Messenger Principal: Shane Bird (Kindergarten through 12th grade) Board members: Jesse Shafer, Dusty Wittig, Cory Moore, Brad Murison, Tara Tupling Board meets: Last Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Website: www.mansfield.wednet.edu

Methow Valley District 18 Twin Lakes Road, Winthrop 988629713 509-996-9205, fax 509-996-9208 Superintendent: Tom Venable Liberty Bell Junior-Senior High School, 509-996-2215 Principal: Deborah DeKalb Methow Valley Independent Learning Center, 509-997-8006 Principal: Deborah DeKalb Methow Valley Elementary School, 509-996-2186 Principal: Bob Winters Board members: Dana Stromberger, Mary Anne Quigley, Judith HardmeyerWright, Gary Marchbank, Frank Kline Board meets: 5:30 p.m. second and fourth Wednesdays, district office. www.methow.org Nespelem School District 229 Schoolhouse Loop Box 291, Nespelem 99155 509-634-4541, fax 509-634-4551 Superintendent: Mary S. Hall Principal (Preschool, kindergarten through eighth grade): Debra Pankey Board members: Anna Vargas, Annette Moses, P. Jolene Marchand, Nancy J. Armstrong-Montes, one vacancy Board meets: 5:30 p.m. fourth Monday of month, district office www.nsdeagles.org Okanogan School District 115 Rose St. P.O. Box 592, Okanogan 98840 509-422-3629, fax 509-422-1525 Superintendent: Richard Johnson District secretary: Jessica Hall Okanogan Alternative Programs Contacts: Roy Johnson, principal; Jennifer Heindselman, enrollment administrator; Julia Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor, instructor 509-826-7612 Okanogan High School (ninth through 12th grades), 509-422-3770 Principal: Robert Shacklett Okanogan Middle School (sixth through eighth grades), 509-422-2680

Principal: Brett Baum Virginia Grainger Elementary School (preschool through fifth grade), 509-4223580 Principal: Ashley Goetz Board members: Tony Hawley, Rae Jean Kelley, Shawn Davisson, Kevin Oyler, Amanda Timm Board meetings: 6 p.m. fourth Wednesday, district office www.oksd.wednet.edu rjohnson@oksd.wednet.edu Omak School District 619 W. Bartlett Ave. Box 833, Omak 98841 509-826-0320, fax 509-826-7689 Superintendent: Erik Swanson District secretary: Estelle McCormack Omak High School (ninth through 12th grades), 509-826-5150 Principal: David Kirk Highlands High School (ninth through 12th grades), 509-826-3243 Principal: Guinevere Joyce Omak Middle School (sixth through eighth grades), 509-826-2320 Principal: Michael Porter East Omak Elementary (third through fifth grades), 509-826-3003 Principal: Ryan Christoph North Omak Elementary (preschool through second grade), 509-826-2380 Principal: Jack Schneider Special education, 509-826-0320 Ext. 357 Early Childhood Program, 509-826-8139 Board members: Marjorie Thompson, Kathie Brown, Dennis Carlton, Pete Sirois, Gary George Board meets: 5:30 p.m. fourth Tuesday, district office www.omaksd.org eswanson@omaksd.org Orient School District 365 Main St., PMB 1419, Orient 99160 509-684-6873, fax 509-684-3469 (Kindergarten through eighth grade) Superintendent and Principal: Sherry

Cowbrough Board members: Dale McNitt, Gabe Kerr, Christina Brown, Cindy Porter, Justin Eslick Board meets: 6 p.m. third Thursday, Orient School arts room, 374 Fourth Ave. www.orientsd.org Oroville School District 816 Juniper, Oroville 98844 509-476-2281, fax 509-476-2190 Superintendent: Jeff Hardesty District secretary: Erin McKinney Oroville Junior-Senior High School (seventh through 12th grades), 509-4763612 Principal: Omar Montejano Oroville Elementary (preschool through sixth grade), 509-476-3332 Principal: Jamie Mikelson Board members: Kolo Moser, Todd Hill, Mike Egerton, Travis Loudon, Dwayne Birmingham Board meets: 6:30 p.m. last Monday, district office https://sites.google.com/a/oroville.wedn et.edu/oroville-school-district/ Paschal Sherman Indian School Operated by Colville Confederated Tribes 169 North End Omak Lake Road, Omak 98841 509-422-7590, fax 509-422-7539 or 509-422-7538 (Preschool to ninth grade) Superintendent: Tami Hickle Principal: Marcy Horne Board members: Shandy Abrahamson, Keelee Nicholson, John Gorr, Jennifer Miller-Mercado, Terry Mail www.psischiefs.org E-mail: Access through website Pateros School District 344 W. Beach Box 98, Pateros 98846-0098 509-923-2751 Ext. 4, fax 509-923-2283 Superintendent: Lois Davies District administrative assistant: Linda Ehlenbach

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Schools, colleges, hospitals. Pateros School (kindergarten through 12th grade), 509-923-2343 Ext. 2 Principal: Mike Hull Board members: Marty Robinson, Marc Armstrong, Grace Larsen, Chad Miller, Parker Barth Board meets: 6 p.m. last Monday, Pateros School library www.pateros.org email: Staff memberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first initial plus last name@pateros.org Republic School District 30306 E. Highway 20, Republic Superintendent: John Glenewinkel 509-775-3173; 509-775-3712 fax Republic High School (ninth through 12th grade), 509-775-3171 Principal: Shawn Anderson Republic Middle School (sixth through eighth grade), 509-775-3171 Principal: Mike Church Republic Elementary School (kindergarten through fifth grade), 509-7753327 Principal: Mike Church Board members: Ralph Ellingson, Jacquelin Maycumber, Rochelle Rodak, Cherie Exner, Travis Fletcher Board meets: 6:30 p.m. fourth Wednesday, district board room www.republic.wednet.edu

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Hospital districts Hospital District No. 1 Three Rivers Hospital (Portions of Okanogan and Douglas counties) 507 Hospital Way, Brewster 509-689-2517 www.threerivershospital.net Administrator: Scott Graham Board: Vicki Orford, Leslie McNamara, Dr. Tracy Shrable, Mike Pruett, Cherri Thomas Board meets: 4 p.m. fourth Monday during summer; noon fourth Monday during winter, Hillcrest Administration Building, 415 Hospital Way Hospital District No. 3 Mid-Valley Hospital (Mid-Okanogan Valley)

810 Jasmine St., Omak 509-826-1760 www.mvhealth.org Administrator: Alan Fisher Board: Gary Oestreich, Jerry Bowes, Brent Yusi, Ellen Delaney, Evon LaGrou Board meets: 5:30 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays (second Tuesday only in December), administratorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office Hospital District No. 4 North Valley Hospital (North Okanogan County) 203 S. Western Ave., Tonasket 509-486-2151 www.nvhospital.org Interim administrator: John McReynolds Board: Jean Pfeifer, Dick Larson, Herb Wandler, Jerry Bradley, Adam Tibbs. Board meets: 7 p.m. second Thursday, North Valley Hospital boardroom Hospital District No. 6 Coulee Medical Center (Portions of Okanogan, Douglas, Grand, Lincoln counties) 411 Fortuyn Blvd., Grand Coulee 509-633-1753 http://cmccares.org Interim CEO: Ramona Hicks Board: Jerry Kennedy, Geary Oliver, Kris Hare, Clea Pryor, Betty Brueske.

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Hospitals, electrical services, fire districts. Board meets: 6 p.m. last Monday, hospital public conference area Hospital District No. 1 (Ferry County) Ferry County Public Hospital District No. 1 36 N. Klondike Road Republic 99166 509-775-3333 www.fcphd.org Administrator: Aaron Edwards Commissioners: Sarah Krausse, Ron Bacon, DiAnne Lundgren, Dave Iverson, Nancy Giddings Board meets: 3 p.m. first Wednesday, HUB conference room

Electrical services Ferry County Public Utility District Provides electrical service in Ferry County and the northeastern corner of Okanogan County Commissioners: Chris Kroupa, 509779-4695, district1@fcpud.com; Dan Fagerlie, 509-775-3087 district2@fcpud. com; Doug Aubertin, 509-634-4509, district3@fcpud.com Board meets: 9 a.m. third Monday, PUD conference room Manager: John Friederichs, jfriederichs@fcpud.com Office: 686 S. Clark Ave., P.O. Box 1039, Republic 99166 Phone: 509-775-3325 www.fcpud.com Nespelem Valley Electric Cooperative Provides electrical service to parts of the Colville Indian Reservation Board of directors: Cindy Corpe, District 1; Ralph Rise, District 2, president; Brad Dudley, District 3; Pete Palmer, District 4; Monte Joseph, District 5, secretary; Patrick Morin Jr., District 6; Ron Heath, District 7; Al Preugschat, District 8; Chuck Goldmark, District 9, vice president Board meets: 7 p.m. third Tuesday of

the month General manager: Dan Simpson Office: 1009 F St., P.O. Box 31, Nespelem 99155 Phone: 509-634-4571 www.nvec.org Okanogan County Public Utility District Provides electrical service to most of Okanogan County. Also provides wholesale fiber optics and wireless telecommunications service Commissioners: Scott Vejraska, District 1, president, 509-826-7088, scottv@okpud.org; Bill Colyar, District 2, vice president, 509-923-9233, billc@okpud.org; Jerry Asmussen, District 3, secretary, 509-486-1962, jerrya@okpud.org Board meets: 2:30 p.m. alternate Tuesdays, PUD headquarters, Okanogan Acting general manager: Don Coppock, 509-422-8485, generalmanager@ okpud.org Engineering and operations director: Timothy DeVries, 509-422-8480, timd@okpud.org Power resources and broadband services director: Ron Gadeberg, 509-4228488, rong@okpud.org Finance manager: Janet Crossland, 509-422-8466, janetc@okpud.org Okanogan headquarters: 1331 N. Second Ave., Okanogan Phone: 509-422-3310 Omak office: 18 W. First Ave., Omak; 509-422-8371 Oroville office: 1500 Main St., Oroville; 509-476-3531 Brewster office: 101 S. Bridge, Brewster; 509-689-2502 Tonasket office: 17 E. Third, Tonasket; 509-486-2131 Twisp office: 201 Highway 20 S., Twisp; 509-997-2526 www.okanoganpud.org Okanogan County Electric Cooperative Provides electrical and propane service

to parts of the Methow Valley, especially Mazama and Winthrop Board of directors: Curtis Edwards, president, cedwards@ocec.coop; Sara Carlberg, vice president; scarlberg@ocec.coop; Dale Sekijima, 509996-2017, dsekijima@ocec.coop; John Kirner, jkirner@ocec.coop; Ray Peterson, rpeterson@ocec.coop; Chuck Armstrong, carmstrong@ocec.coop; Alan Watson, treasurer, awatson@ocec.coop Board meets: 7 p.m. fourth Tuesday of the month Manager: David Gottula, dgottula@ocec.coop Office: 93 W. Chewuch Road, P.O. Box 69, Winthrop 98862 Phone: 509-996-2228 www.okanoganelectriccoop.com

Fire districts Okanogan County Fire District No. 1 (Oroville) P.O. Box 2104, Oroville 98844 Chief: Rod Noel Secretary: Bruce Rawley, 5094762694, okrfd1@nvinet.com Board meets: 6 p.m. second Tuesday of month, Fire Hall, 1300 Ironwood, Oroville

Fire District No. 4 (Tonasket) P.O. Box 1395, Tonasket 98855 Chief: Andy Gasho Secretary: Tina Howe, 509-476-4477, 509-634-2859, thowe167@yahoo.com Board meets: 7 p.m. second Thursday of month, Tonasket Fire Hall Fire District No. 6 (Carlton, Twisp, Winthrop, Mazama) P.O. Box 895, Winthrop 98862 Chief: Cody Acord, 509-997-2981 or 509-429-0267 Secretary: Mark Crum, 509-8465332, secretary@okanogan countyfd6.com Board meets: 7 p.m. second Monday of month, district fire hall, Twisp Fire District No. 7 (Riverside) P.O. Box 78, Riverside 98849 Chief: Rob Poletti Secretary: Sharma Dickinson, 509-3221680, ocfd7rules@outlook.com Board meets: 5:30 p.m. first Monday of month, Riverside Fire Hall

Fire District No. 2 (Elmer City) P.O. Box 282, Elmer City 99124 Chief: David Finch Secretary: Shelly Black, 509-633-3632 or 509-631-0816, shellyblack@gmail.com Board meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesday of month, Elmer City Fire Hall

Fire District No. 8 (Southwest Colville Indian Reservation) P.O. Box 1351, Okanogan 98840 Chief: Ed Townsend Secretary: Connie Townsend, 509-4224113 or 509-826-3567 Board meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesday of month, 2707 Cameron Lake Road, Okanogan

Fire District No. 3 (Omak, Okanogan and Malott) P.O. Box 1045, Okanogan 98840 Chief: Duties shared by Kevin Bowling (Omak area), Jerod Gavin (Okanogan area) and Matthew Rawson (Malott area) Secretary: Deb Poulin, 509-422-7360 or 509-422-4163, fire3debp@gmail.com Board meets: 7:30 p.m. second Tuesday of month, Omak Fire Hall

Fire District No. 9 (Rural Conconully) 1131 Salmon Creek Road, Okanogan 98840 Chief: Tim Tugaw Secretary: Barbara Peterson, 509-4223179, bpeterson1@hotmail.com Board meets: 7 p.m. second Wednesday of month; for location call 509422-3179.

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Fire districts, elected officials. Fire District No. 10 (Loomis) P.O. Box F, Loomis 98827 Chief: Darryl Peery Secretary: Amy Radcliff, 509-322-7526 or 509-486-4200, ocfd10secretary@ yahoo.com Board meets: 8 p.m. second Monday of month, Loomis Community Club Fire District No. 11 (Molson-Chesaw) 77 Amanda Road, Oroville 98844 Chief: Phillip Dart Secretary: Jeanette Lamont, 509-4852035, tjmolson5@gmail.com Board meets: 7:30 p.m. second Wednesday of month, Fields Hall Fire District No. 12 (Havillah) P.O. Box 1829, Tonasket 98855 Chief: Mark Vine Secretary: Alan Weaver, 815-814-5210, ocfpd12@gmail.com Board meets: 7 p.m. second Tuesday of month, 474 Swanson Mill Road, Tonasket Fire District No. 16 (Aeneas Valley) P.O. Box 645, Tonasket 98855 Chief: Gene Jones Secretary: Ken Thompson Treasurer: Glenna Jones, 509-4862324, treasurer@aeneasvalleyfire.com

Multi-county districts Ferry County Fire District No. 3 Stevens County Fire District No. 8 (Laurier, Orient, Barstow, Boyds, Deadman Creek, Sherman Creek) 151 Main St. Orient, WA 99160 509-738-4591 (voice and fax) jfpd38office@gmail.com http://jfpd3-8.org Chief: Herb Hippler

Ferry-Okanogan Fire District No. 13 (Wauconda, Republic) 17052 Highway 21 N. Republic 99166 509-775-2033 (voice and fax) Ferry-Okanogan Fire District No. 14 (Curlew) 30 Customs Road P.O. Box 98 Curlew 99118 509-779-4262 Fire Chief: John Foster Fanning Douglas-Okanogan County Fire District No. 15 (Brewster, Bridgeport, Pateros, Methow) P.O. Box 490, Brewster 98812 509-689-0901; fax 509-689-0901 www.docfd15.com Chiefs: William Vallance, district, 509689-0216 or 509-689-2027; Mike Webster, Brewster; Joe Kitzman, Methow; Keith Zweigle, Pateros; Sal Rodriguez, Rocky Butte EMS director: Tonya Vallance, 509-6894041 Secretary: Kaylee Weatherwax, 509923-1970, docfd15sec@gmail.com

Tribal Colville Tribal Fire and Rescue P.O. Box 150 Nespelem 99155 Commander: Del Ostenberg, 509-6342013, del.ostenberg@colvilletribes.com Mount Tolman Fire Center 90 Mount Tolman Road P.O. Box 188 Keller 99140; 509-634-3100 Fire management officer: Ike Cawston

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Term expires 2019 Annual base salary: $39,750 Phone: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2505 Address: 360 E. Delaware Ave. No. 4, Republic 99166

County officials

Raymond Maycumber (R) Sheriff Term expires 2019 Annual salary: $46,250 Phone: 509-775-3132 Address: P.O. Box 1099, Republic 99166

Ferry County Johnna Exner (R) County commissioner, District 1 Term expires 2021 Annual base salary: $39,750 Phone: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2508 Address: 290 E. Tessie Ave., Republic 99166 Nathan Davis (R) County commissioner, District 2 Term expires 2019 Annual base salary: $39,750 Phone: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2508 Address: 290 E. Tessie Ave., Republic 99166 Mike Blankenship (R) County commissioner, District 3 Term expires 2021 Annual base salary: $39,750 Phone: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2508 Address: 290 E. Tessie Ave., Republic 99166 Rachel D. Siracuse (R) Assessor Term expires: 2019 Annual base salary: $39,750 Phone: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2502 Address: 360 E. Delaware Ave. No. 1, Republic 99166 Dianna Galvan (R) Auditor Term expires 2019 Annual base salary: $39,750 Phone: 509-775-5225 Ext. 1137 Address: 360 E. Delaware Ave. No. 2, Republic 99166

Rochelle Rodak (R) Treasurer Term expires 2019 Annual salary: $39,750 Phone: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2503 Address: 360 E. Delaware Ave. No. 13, Republic 99166 Kathryn I. Burke (R) Prosecuting attorney Term expires 2019 Annual salary: $95,095 (state pays $74,416) Phone: 509-775-5225 Ext. 3 Address: 360 E. Delaware Ave. No. 13, Republic 99166 Tom Brown (NP) District Court judge Term expires 2019 Annual salary: $65,533 (part-time position; pay set by state) Phone: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2504 Address: 360 E. Delaware Ave. No. 6, Republic, WA 99166 Patrick Monasmith (NP) Superior Court judge Term expires 2020 Annual salary: $156,363 (half paid by state; other half split among Ferry, Stevens and Pend Oreille counties; Ferry County portion is $8,611) Phone: 509-684-7520 Address: 215 S. Oak, Room 209, Colville, WA 99114-2862

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County officials Term expires 2021 Annual salary: $156,363 (half paid by tate; other half split among Ferry, Stevens and Pend Oreille counties; Ferry County portion is $8,611) Phone: 509-684-7520 Address: 215 S. Oak, Room 209, Colville 99114-2862 — Figures based on 2016 annual base salaries. Okanogan County Scott Furman (D) Assessor Term expires: December 2018 Annual salary: $68,400 Phone: 509-422-7190 Address: P.O. Box 152, Okanogan 98840 Laurie Thomas (R) Auditor Term expires: December 2018 Annual salary: $68,400 Phone: 509-422-7240 Address: P.O. Box 1010, Okanogan 98840 Charleen Groomes (R) Clerk Term expires: December 2018 Annual salary: $68,400 Phone: 509-422-7275 Address: P.O. Box 72, Okanogan 98840

Chris Branch (I) Commissioner, District 1 Term expires: December 2020 Annual salary: $68,400, plus $8,040 travel stipend, plus 50 cents per mile for out-of-county travel Phone: 509-422-7101 Address: 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 150, Okanogan 98840 Andy Hover (I) Commissioner, District 2 Term expires: December 2020 Annual salary: $68,400, plus $8,040 travel stipend, plus 50 cents per mile for out-of-county travel Phone: 509-422-7102 Address: 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 150, Okanogan 98840 Jim DeTro (R) Commissioner, District 3 Term expires: December 2018 Annual salary: $68,400, plus $8,040 travel stipend, plus 50 cents per mile for out-of-county travel Phone: 509-422-7103 Address: 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 150, Okanogan 98840 Dave Rodriguez (R) Coroner Term expires: December 2018

Annual salary: $68,400 Phone: 509-422-7221 Address: 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 108, Okanogan 98840 Charles D. Short (NP) District Court judge, Position 2 Term expires: December 2018 Annual salary: $129,960 (position is 80 percent time) (Salary set by state) Phone: 509-422-7170 Address: P.O. Box 980, Okanogan 98840 Robert W. Grim (NP) District Court judge, Position 1 Term expires: December 2018 Annual salary: $129,960 (position is 80 percent time) (Salary set by state) Phone: 509-422-7170 Address: P.O. Box 980, Okanogan 98840 Chris Culp (NP) Superior Court judge, Position 2 Term expires: December 2020 Annual salary: $156,364, half paid by county (Salary set by state, which pays half) Phone: 509-422-7170 Address: P.O. Box 980, Okanogan, WA 98840

Henry “Hank” Rawson (NP) Superior Court judge, Position 1 Term expires: December 2020 Annual salary: $156,364, half paid by county (Salary set by state, which pays half) Phone: 509-422-7130 Address: P.O. Box 112, Okanogan 98840 Branden Platter (D) Prosecutor/coroner Term expires: December 2018 Annual salary: $133,320 (state reimburses an amount equal to 50 percent of the Superior Court judge salary) Phone: 509-422-7280 Address: P.O. Box 1130, Okanogan 98840 Frank Rogers (R) Sheriff, emergency services director Term expires: December 2018 Annual salary: $85,080, plus $5,052 for emergency services director position Phone: 509-422-7200 Address: 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 200, Okanogan 98840 Leah F. McCormack (D) Treasurer Term expires: December 2018 Annual salary: $64,800 Phone: 509-422-7180 Address: P.O. Box 111, Okanogan 98840

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Tribal government. Colville Confederated Tribes P.O. Box 150, Nespelem 99155 Phone: 509-634-2200 Web: www.colvilletribes.com The 14-member Colville Business Council governs the 1.4 million-acre Colville Indian Reservation, which straddles Okanogan and Ferry counties with about half the reservation in each. Business council members serve twoyear terms, with half of the council up for election each year. The primary election is in May and the general election is in June. Officers and committee chairs are elected from within the council by council members during annual reorganization in July. Newly elected council members are seated during the reorganization meeting. The reservation is divided into four districts: Inchelium, Keller, Nespelem and Omak, each with representatives on the council.

Council Executive committee Michael Marchand, Omak District, chairman Edwin Marchand, Omak District, vice

chairman Sheilah Cleveland, Nespelem District, secretary Jack Ferguson, Keller District representative Georgia Simpson, Inchelium District representative Council members Inchelium District • Georgia Simpson, term expires 2018 509-634-2218; 509-978-9066 (cell); Georgia.simpson.cbc@colvilletribes.com • Joel Boyd, term expires 2019 Law and Justice Committee chairman 509-634-2219; 509-978-9058; joel.boyd.cbc@colvilletribes.com • Larry K. Allen, term expires 2018 Veterans Committee chairman 509-634-2216; 509-978-9065 (cell); larry.allen.cbc@colvilletribes.com • Susie Allen, term expires 2019 509-634-2210; 509-631-0440 (cell); susie.allen.cbc@colvilletribes.com Keller District • Jack Ferguson, term expires 2019 Management and Budget Committee chairman 509-634-2215; 509-634-6349 (cell) or 509-846-9641 (cell); jack.ferguson@ colvilletribes.com

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Tribal government. Lane, 509-722-7032 Keller Community Center, 11669 state Highway 21 S., 509-634-2190 Nespelem Community Center, 4000 Lower Columbia River Road, 509-634-2370 Omak Community Center, 601 Benton St., 509-422-7742 Omak Longhouse, 7 Mission Road

722-7039 Inchelium Enrollment, 509-634-2830 Environmental trust, 509-634-2425 Fire and rescue, 509-634-2440 Food distribution, 509-634-2767 Hunting and fishing information: Colville Tribal Fish and Wildlife Department, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem 99155; 509-634-2110 Language program, 509-634-2620 Nespelem, 509-422-7406 Omak Law enforcement, 509-634-2472 Legal services, 509-634-2405 Paschal Sherman Indian School, 509422-7590 Public works, 509-634-2806 Senior meal sites, 509-634-2895 Nespelem, 4000 Lower Columbia River Road; 509-422-7449 Omak, 511 Benton St.; 509-722-7074 Inchelium, 16 Shortcut Road; 509-634-2803 Keller, 7 Jim James

Departments/programs Archives and records, 509-634-2150 Area Agency on Aging, 509-634-2758 Nespelem; 509-722-7074 Inchelium; 509634-2803 Keller; 509-422-7449 Omak Children and family services, 509-6342637 Convalescent center, 509-634-2875 Correctional facilities, 509-634-7352 Employment and training, 509-6342729 Nespelem; 509-422-7473 Omak; 509-

Road Social services, 509-422-7713 Omak; 509-634-2395 Nespelem; 509-722-7023 Inchelium; Tribal courts: 509-634-2500 Tribal Employment Rights Office, 509634-2716 Tribal credit, 509-634-2664 Veterans program, 509-634-2755 or 509-422-7731 Vocational rehabilitation, 509-634-2723 Nespelem; 509-422-7402 Omak; 509-6347304 Keller; 509-722-7058 Inchelium Washington State University Extension, 509-634-2304

Various hunting and fishing rules apply to members and non-members. Check with the fish and wildlife department, 509-634-2110, for details. Web: www.cct-fnw.com.

Parks and camping The tribe offers numerous areas for tribal members only. Some areas are open to non-tribal members.

Newspaper The Tribal Tribune is the official publication of the Colville Confederated Tribes. Information: 509-634-2266.

Committee members: Larry Beardslee, Stan Christie, Mike Blankenship Committee meets: 4:20 p.m. second Tuesday in the commissioners’ office, 290 E. Tessie Blvd., Republic 99166 Information: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2102

Odell, Johnna Exner Committee meets: 5 p.m. first Thursday in the commissioners’ office, 290 E. Tessie Blvd., Republic 99166 Information: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2102

Federal Bureau of Indian Affairs, 509-634-2316; Indian Health Service, Nespelem, 509634-2900 or 800-416-7459; Omak 509422-7416; prescriptions 509-422-7735; dental 509-422-7416 Mount Tolman Fire Control: 509-6343100 Ext. 3100 or 800-556-4002; 509-6343149 fax.

Boards and commissions. Ferry County Boards

assessments. Board members: Margo Locke, Doug Lux, Terry Thiele Board meets: By appointment Information: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2508

County commissioners Commissioners: District 1 Johnna Exner, District 2 Nathan Davis, District 3 Mike Blankenship. Board meets: 9 a.m. every Monday, except for holidays Clerk of the Board: Amanda Rowton, 290 E. Tessie Blvd Republic 99166. 509-775-5225 Ext. 2508

Fair Board Plans Ferry County Fair. Members: Kathy Alexander, Rhonda DalBacon, LeJon Finley, Kelly Burbank,. Leslie Stotts, Leslie Young, Hazel Borders, Mary Glumac, Barbara Bradshaw, Connie Miller, Anna Perryman, Travis Fletcher, Celeste Burbank, Sarah Krausse, Jon Chrysler, John Hamilton, Glenn Miller, Ben Butler Board meets: 6 p.m. fourth Thursday at the fairgrounds, 14 Lawson Way, Republic 99166 Information: 509-775-3146, ferrycountyfair@rcabletv.com

Civil Service Commission Recruits, tests, hires and promotes all non-exempt Sheriff’s Office, E911/Dispatch and Jail employees. Commissioners: Sam Jenkins, Ron Bacon, Leslie Williams Commission meets: 11 a.m. second Tuesday, Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, 10 15th St., Republic 99166 Information: ferrycounty civilservice@gmail.com, 509-775-3136

Golden Tiger Pathway Committee Oversees day-to-day operations, management and planning of the Golder Tiger Pathway, a multi-use trail owned by Ferry County.

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Natural Resources Board Advises county about local, state and federal issues affecting the economic vitality of the county, assures natural resource policies are maintained and all natural resources available to the county are being used to their full potential. Board members: Stan Christie, Gary Olson, Doug Rowell, Mike Blankenship, Amanda Rowton, Doug Grumbach Board meets: 4 p.m. first Monday, commissioners’ office, 290 E. Tessie Blvd., Republic 99166 Information: 509-775-5225 Ext. 2102 Noxious Weed Control Board Manages noxious weed control programs. Board members: George Young, District

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District 1 Chris Branch, District 2 Andy Hover, District 3 Jim DeTro Board meets: 8:30 a.m. each Monday and Tuesday, except holidays Clerk of the Board: Lalena Johns 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 150 Grainger Administration Building Okanogan 98840 509-422-7105, ljohns@co.okanogan. wa.us

Kris Sims; Position 4, Erin White; Position 5, Tracy Reagles; Position 6, Kathleen Maltais; Position 7, Carol Sivak; Position 8, Larry Campbell; Position 9, Wanda McFarland; Position 10, vacant; Position 11, vacant Committee meets: Second Thursday of each month. Address: 175 Rodeo Trail Road; P.O. Box 467, Okanogan 98840 Information: 509-422-1621

Planning Commission Makes recommendations to county commissioners on planning issues. Commission members Margo Locke, Carol Anderson, Terry Thiele, Lorna Johnson, Teresa Eslick, Scott Simmons and Ron O’Halloran Commission meets: 6 p.m. fourth Wednesday in Planning Department office, 147 N. Clark Suite 7, Republic 99166 Address: P.O. Box 305 Republic 99166 Information: 509-775-5225 Ext. 3101

Board of Adjustment Hears and issues permits for variances under the zoning codes. Board members: Position 1, vacant; Position 2, Stephen Kunkel; Position 3, Loren Holthaus; Position 4, Dave Hanna; Position 5, Dan DeWeert; Position 6, Harlan Warner; Position 7, Dan Christensen Board meets: As needed Information: Planning department, 509422-7160

Republic/Ferry County Joint Housing Authority Board Manages HUD housing programs and low-income apartments. Board members: Kim Charles, Jesse Ackerson, Robert Platt Board meets: 5 p.m. second Thursday, Housing Authority, 83 N. Kauffman St. Apt. 1, Republic 99166 Information: Housing Authority, 509775-3924

Civil Service Commission Civil Service is charged with the recruitment, testing, hiring and promotion of all sheriff’s office employees under Chapter 41.14 RCW. Commission Members: Lee Pilkinton, Bertha Wandler, Ada Ward Commission meets: 11 a.m. third Thursday in commissioners’ conference room, Grainger Administration Building Information: Debi Hilts, 509-422-7169.

Board of Health Oversees Okanogan County Public Health. Board members: District 1 County Commissioner Chris Branch, District 2 County Commissioner Andy Hover, District 3 County Commissioner Jim DeTro, Mariann Williams, Steve Varrelman, Larry Zimmerlund Board meets: 1:30 p.m. second Tuesday of each month, public health office in Public Services Building Address: P.O. Box 231, Okanogan 98840 Information: 509-422-7140

Solid Waste Advisory Committee Advises county commissioners on aspects of the solid waste management plan and amendments and addenda to the plan. Committee members: Leanne Hill, Rick Buffer, Loni Simone, Jim Burnside Information: Leanne Hill, 509-775-5225 Ext. 1153

Board of Equalization Listens to and makes decisions regarding appeals of property assessments. Board members: Fred Noyes, Salley Bull, Bill Bargen Board meets: By appointment Address: 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 150, Okanogan 98840 Information: Lalena Johns, 509-4227100

1; Craig Lamberson, District 2; Fred Putnam, District 3; Bill Campobasso, District 4; Luanne Finley, District 5 Board meets: Noon second Wednesday across varying county locations Information: 509-775-5225 Ext. 1111

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Fair Advisory Committee Plans Okanogan County Fair. Committee members: Position 1, Mike Egerton; Position 2, Sam Buchert; Position 3,

County Commissioners Commissioners:

Whitefide, Laura Hernandez, Harry Best, Yvonne Bussler-White, Mike Azzano Board meets: 5:30 p.m. second Tuesday, housing authority office, 110 Oak St., Okanogan Information: Serena Homan, 509-4223721; serena_ocha@communitynet.org Law Enforcement Officers and Fire Fighters Board Hears requests for disability retirements for police and firefighters. Board members: County Commissioner Jim DeTro, Byron Braden, Kevin Bowling, Kreg Sloan, Walt Womack Board meets: 10 a.m. first Thursday of January, April, July and October, commissioners’ conference room, Grainger Administration Building Address: 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 150, Okanogan 98840 Information: Lalena Johns, 509-4227100 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Advises county commissioners on how to distribute hotel/motel tax money for tourism. Board members: Commissioner Andy Hover, Arnie Marchand, Don Linnertz, Steve Devin, Peggy Nevsimal, two vacancies Board meets: Annual meeting in January in the commissioners’ hearing room, Grainger Administration Building Information: Lalena Johns, 509-4227100

Horticultural Pest and Disease Control Board Coordinates control efforts to fight pests and disease in the county horticultural industry. Board members: Al Seccomb, Roland Smith, William Lockwood, Brent VanBuskirk Board meets: Noon, second Monday, Koala Street Grill, Omak. Address: 123 N. Fifth Ave., Room 150, Okanogan 98840 Information: Dan McCarthy, 509-322-1286

Methow Valley Communications District No. 2 Manages television and radio translators in Methow Valley and south county area. Board Members: Ken Westman, Dick Hamel, Dianna Tuinstra, Bill Tackman, Janet Varrelman Information: Becky Studen, 509-3224038, secretary@methow communications.org

Cannabis Advisory Committee Advises county commissioners on marijuana industry zoning and planning. Board meets 2 p.m. each Wednesday, Natural Resource Room, 123 N. Fifth Ave., Okanogan. Information: rking@co.okanogan.wa.us. Housing Authority Board Manages HUD housing programs and low-income apartments. Board members: Bonita Duncan, Ron

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Congress, Legislators. Congress Washington’s delegation urges constituents to stay in touch by e-mail, fax or telephone. Regular mail correspondence is discouraged because security measures that can delay delivery of mail for several weeks. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers R-Spokane Term expires January 2021 203 Cannon House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515 Phone: 202-225-2006 Fax: 202-225-3392 District Office: 555 S. Main St. Colville, WA 99114 Phone: 509-684-3481 Fax: 509-353-2412 mcmorris.house.gov Rep. Dan Newhouse R-Yakima Term expires January 2019 1641 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515 Phone: 202-225-5816 Fax: 202-225-3251 District office: 402 E. Yakima

Ave Suite #445 Yakima, WA 98901 Phone: 509-452-3243 Fax: 509-452-3438 newhouse.house.gov Sen. Patty Murray D-Wash. Term expires January 2023 154 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-2621 Fax: 202-224-0238 866-481-9186 District Office: 10 N. Post St., Suite 600 Spokane, WA 99201 Phone: 509-624-9515 Fax: 509-624-9561 murray.senate.gov Sen. Maria Cantwell D-Wash. Term expires January 2019 511 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-3441 Fax: 202-228-0514 District Office: U.S. Federal Courthouse W. 920 Riverside, Suite 697 Spokane, WA 99201

Phone: 509-353-2507 Fax: 509-353-2547 cantwell.senate.gov

Legislators 7th District Rep. Jacquelin Maycumber R-Republic Term Expires January 2019 411 John O’Brian Building P.O. Box 40600 Olympia, WA 98504 360-786-7908 jacquelin.maycumber@leg.w a.gov Rep. Shelly Short R-Addy Term expires January 2019 427-A Legislative Building P.O. Box 40600 Olympia 98504 360-786-7908 Shelly.short@leg.wa.gov hrc.leg.wa.gov/Short District: 147 N. Clark Ave., Suite 5 P.O. Box 184 Republic 99166 509-775-8047

Rep. Joel Kretz R-Wauconda Term expires January 2019 335-A Legislative Bldg. P.O. Box 40600 Olympia, WA 98504 360-786-7988 Joel.kretz@leg.wa.gov http://houserepublicans.wa.go v/joel-kretz/ District: 20 N. Main St. P.O. Box 1 Omak 98841 Phone: 509-826-7203 12th District Rep. Brad Hawkins R-East Wenatchee Term expires January 2019 122-G Legislative Building P.O. Box 40600 Olympia 98504 Phone: 360-786-7832 brad.hawkins@leg.wa.gov http://houserepublicans.wa.go v/brad-hawkins/ District: 11 Spokane St., Suite 205A Wenatchee 98801 Phone: 509-662-5733

Rep. Cary Condotta R-East Wenatchee Term expires January 2019 122-B Legislative Building P.O. Box 40600 Olympia 98504 Phone: 360-786-7954 Cary.condotta@leg.wa.gov http://houserepublicans.wa.go v/cary-condotta/ District: 3031 G.S. Center Road Wenatchee 98801 509-664-1274 Mike Steele R-Chelan Term expires January 2019 122 F Legislative building P.O. Box 40600 Olympia 98504 Phone: 360-786-7832 Mike.steele@leg.wa.gov/mike -steele District: 216 E. Woodin Ave., Ste 2 Chelan 98816 509-888-4846 Legislative hotline: 800-562-6000

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Noxious Weed Control Board Manages noxious weed control programs. Board members: Dave McClure, Mike Rayton, Steve Kieffer, Vicki Davis, Jan Asmussen Board meets: 4 p.m. fourth Wednesday, commissioners’’ hearing room, Grainger Administration Building Address: P.O. Box 791, Okanogan 98840 Information: Anna Lyon, manager, 509-

Open Space Advisory Board Advises the assessor on determination of open space agricultural land values. Board members: Dan McCarthy, Ken Kramer, Rick Witt, Jerry Barnes, Dave McClure Board meets: Annually, at request of assessor; usually early March Information: Larry Gilman, 509-4227190

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A______________________________________ F______________________________________ O______________________________________ Ann Marie Dalbey, Coldwell Banker ...........509-449-6881 525 W. Main, Brewster 98812 e-mail .....................................AmDalbey@gmail.com The Armory ................................................509-689-1406 600 W. Main, Brewster 98812 e-mail .....................................thearmory@gmail.com

B______________________________________ Boys and Girls Center....................................................... Brewster Community Club e-mail............................................bpaine@bgcsc.org Brewster Dental, PS, DDS..........................509-689-2557 11 Hospital Way, Brewster 98812 e-mail................................atomareredds@gmail.com Brewster Market Place ...............................509-689-3404 907 U.S. Hwy. 97, Brewster 98812 Brewster Market Place Pharmacy and True Value Hardware .............................................................509-689-2421 811 Hwy. 97, Brewster 98812 Brewster King Salmon Derby .....................509-429-9309 175 Sunset Drive, Brewster 98812 e-mail....................brewstersalmonderby@gmail.com web site ....................www.brewstersalmonderby.com Brewster, Bridgeport, Pateros Senior Center.................... .............................................................509-689-2815 109 S. Bridge Street, Brewster 98812 BTO Construction.......................................509-923-2802 P.O. Box 67, Pateros 98812 e-mail ..........................btoconstruction@outlook.com

Family Health Centers ................................509-689-2525 520 W. Indian Ave., Brewster 98812 e-mail.............................mwhite@myfamilyhealth.org

G______________________________________ Gamble Fitness................................................................. 537 W. Main, Brewster 98812 Gebbers Farms Warehouse and Orchards ....................... .............................................................509-689-3424 P.O. Box 735, Brewster 98812 e-mail .........................melaniew@gebbersfarms.com web site ................................www.gebbersfarms.com Grover’s Building Supply ............................509-689-2553 520 W. Jay Ave., Brewster 98812 e-mail .........................davemcnamara62@gmail.com

H______________________________________ Honeybear Growers, LLC...........................509-689-3479 15 Honeybear Lane, Brewster 98812

K______________________________________ KOZI/Icicle Broadcasting ............................509-682-4033 32 N. Mission, Wenatchee 98801 e-mail ............................joni@iciclebroadcasting.com web site .................................kozi.com, zcountry.com

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La Moda-Las Modas...................................509-689-5504 508 W. Main, Brewster 98812

Mauk Fishing Stuff/Fishing Tackle Covers ........................ .............................................................509-689-3164 Brewster 98812 e-mail .........................................luresafe@gmail.com Mi Pueblo ...................................................509-689-2211 623 W. Main, Brewster 98812 web site...............................www.mipueblofoods.com Monse General Store .................................509-689-1144 279 Monse Bridge Road, Brewster 98812 Mt. View Espresso ......................................509-689-2567 810 State Highway, Brewster 98812 e-mail ...................mve@mountainviewespresso.com

Erlandsen and Associates, Inc. ..................509-689-2529 210 Bridge Street, Brewster 98812

Libraries The North Central Regional Library System is a tax-supported, multi-county district serving the North Central Washington area. Main offices 310 Douglas St. Wenatchee, WA 98801 Phone: 509-663-1117; fax 509-663-9731 www.ncrl.org Brewster Public Library Librarian: Rebecca Zion P.O. Box 280 108 S. Third St.

S______________________________________ Skirko Business Services, Inc. ...................509-689-2117 526 W. Main, Brewster 98812 e-mail............................sharon@skirkobusiness.com Sweet T’s ....................................................509-689-1200 525 W. Main, Brewster 98812 e-mail .......................................sweetts@frontier.com

T______________________________________ Thomason Justice, PS................................509-689-3471 110 W. Lakeshore Drive, Pateros 98846 e-mail ..............................allie@thomasonjustice.com web site.....................................thomasonjustice.com Three Rivers Hospital.................................509-689-2517 507 Hospital Way, Brewster 98812 web site...........................www.threerivershospital.net

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C______________________________________ M_____________________________________ Calvary Baptist Church...............................509-689-2929 P.O. Box 5, Brewster 98812 e-mail .................................pastor@cbcbrewster.com Cascade Weed and Pest ............................509-682-1249 P.O. Box 1166, Chelan 98816 e-mail...................................dirk@cascadeweed.com Confluence Health Brewster Clinic.............509-689-8900 418 W., Brewster 98812 e-mail .............jeanne.walton@ConfluenceHealth.org web site .....................................confluencehealth.org

O’Connell Drilling and Supply, LLC ............509-689-1212 21 B Brewster Airport Road, Brewster 98812 e-mail ............................shawn@oconnelldrilling.com web site ..............................www.oconnelldrilling.com Omak-Okanogan County Chronicle ...........509-826-1110 618 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 web site...............................www.omakchronicle.com

Brewster 98812-0280 Phone: 509-689-4046 Bridgeport Public Library Librarian: Michelle Orosco P.O. Box 220 1206 Columbia Ave. Bridgeport 98813-0220 Phone: 509-686-7281 Curlew Public Library Librarian: Emily Patterson

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Umpqua Bank.............................................509-689-2541 601 W. Main, Brewster 98812 US Electrodynamics, Inc. ...........................509-689-6000 66C Teleport Drive, Brewster 98812 web site ..................................www.usei-teleport.com

V______________________________________ VIP Insurance Agency................................509-689-0904 1001 Hwy. 97, Brewster 98812 e-mail ..............................tricarte@vipagencyinc.com web site ......................................www.vipagency.com

W_____________________________________ Washington Tractor/Brewster NAPA ...........509-689-2429 501 W. Main, Brewster 98812 Webster Furniture, Inc................................509-689-2131 332 E. Main, Brewster 98812 e-mail...............................dan@websterfurniture.com web site ............................www.websterfurniture.com Whitley Fuel................................................509-422-3120 410 N. 7th, Brewster 98812

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2018 Community Events Break-Up Conconully When the ice breaks on the lower lake and the tree falls you could be the winner!! Tickets on sale until March 12, 2018 Call 509-826-9050

Trout Derby • April 21-22 Enter prize trout catches for awards. Call 509-826-3374

Outhouse Races • Jan. 13 Call 509-826-9050 Snow Dog Super Mush • Jan. 27-29 Call 509-826-9050

Independence Celebration • July 7 Annual parade, car show, old west gunfight, silent auction and duck race. Call 509-826-9050

Easter Egg Hunt • March 31 Conconully State Park Call 509-826-4308

Grubstake Open • Aug. 18 Golf tournament. Call 509-826-9050

ATV/UTV Jamboree • June 8-10 Scavenger Hunt & Swap Meet. ATV/UTV Vendors

Annual Quilt & Craft Show Aug. 18 Quilters & Vendors Call 509-826-9050

Potluck • Oct. 17 Gathering of all volunteers, town residents and chamber sponsors. Call 509-826-9050

Townwide Yard Sale Aug. 24-25 Call 509-826-4308

12 Tribes Casino Gala • Nov. 30 Christmas Tree Festival

Stew N Brew • Sept. 29 A variety of stews and beverages of the season. Call 509-826-9050 Opening Day Holiday Bazaar Oct. 13 Sponsored by Conconully Methodist Church Call 509-826-4308

Holiday Lighting Ceremony and Santa Days • Dec. 1 ***Event Dates Subject to Change*** Partially sponsored by Okanogan County Hotel/Motel Tax Fund For information, visit our website www.conconully.com (509) 826-9050

A place for all seasons (509) 826-9050 ' % # & e-mail: conconullychamber@gmail.com • www.conconully.com

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Gibson’s North Fork Lodge.........................509-826-1475 N. Main Street at W. Boone, Conconully 98819 e-mail..........................northfork04@wmconnect.com

Conconully Chamber of Commerce.................................. .............................................509-9050 or 1-877-9050 PO Box 309, Conconully 98819 website ......................................www.conconully.com Choice Auto Group.....................................509-826-3000 625 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 e-mail ...................nickmartin@choiceautogroup.com Comstock Motel..........................................509-826-1272 110 Main St., Conconully 98819 e-mail..............................comstockmotel@gmail.com Conconully General Store ..........................509-826-3374 PO Box 125, Conconully 98819 Conconully Historical Society .....................509-826-1435 217 N. Lottie Ave., Conconully 98819 Conconully Mini Storage ............................509-826-6789 123 N. B Ave., Conconully 98819 Crafter’s Corner ..........................................509-322-4110 P.O. Box 1743, Okanogan 98840 e-mail............................okcrafterscorner@gmail.com

Remax Omak-Welcome Home...................509-826-5555 215 Main Street, Omak 98841 e-mail ................................................mig@remax.net

K______________________________________ S______________________________________ Salmon Creek Bistro ..................................509-422-1887 118 Main St., Conconully 98819 Shady Pines Resort ..................................509-826-2287 125 West Fork Salmon Creek Road, Conconully 98819 e-mail................................................spr@nvinet.com Sit ‘N Bull Bar and Grill ...............................509-826-2947 Main Street, Conconully 98819

Kozy Kabins................................................509-826-6780 111 E. Broadway, Conconully 98819 e-mail .................................kozykabins@ncidata.com

L______________________________________ Les Schwab Tire Center .............................509-826-0057 712 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 Liar’s Cove Resort ......................................509-826-1288 1835 Conconully Hwy., Conconully 98819 e-mail .............................liarscoveresort@yahoo.com

T______________________________________ Town of Conconully ....................................509-826-6005 P.O. Box 127, Conconully 98819 e-mail............................clerk@townofconconully.com Twelve Tribes Casinos ................................509-422-4646 28968 Hwy. 97, Omak 98841

O______________________________________ Okanogan Holiness Association.................509-322-1581 PO Box 1312, Omak 98841 e-mail ........................................al.bevier@gmail.com Omak-Okanogan County Chronicle ...........509-826-1110 618 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 Omak Feed and Supply..............................509-826-1160 3 E. Dewberry, Omak 98841 Omak Marine..............................................509-826-4711 128 Columbia St., Omak 98841

D______________________________________ D&D Auto Body Shop.................................509-422-5562 1604 N. 2nd Ave., Okanogan 98840 Deer Haven Lodges of Conconully.............509-826-6789 N. A Ave., Conconully 98819 e-mail....................................jplemaster@hughes.net

W_____________________________________ Washington Tractor.....................................509-422-3030 Okanogan 98840 e-mail...................ghamilton@washingtontractor.com Weinstein Beverage Company Omak 98841

G______________________________________ R______________________________________ Red Rock Saloon .......................................509-557-4993 PO Box 5, Conconully 98819 e-mail ..............................redrocksaloon@yahoo.com

Gene’s Harvest Foods................................509-826-0212 PO Box 751, Omak 98841 e-mail ....................genesharvestfoods@outlook.com

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Grand Coulee 99133-0062 Phone: 509-633-0972

Supervisor: Sandra Menendez P.O. Box J 30 S. Ash St. Omak 98841 Phone: 509-826-1820 Fax: 509-826-5102

Okanogan Public Library Librarian: Jann Timm P.O. Box 489 228 Pine St. Okanogan 98840-0489 Phone: 509-422-2609

P.O. Box 25 11 River St. Curlew 99118 Phone: 509-779-0321 Grand Coulee Public Library Librarian: Lisa Moore P.O. Box 62 225 Federal St.

Omak Public Library Regional manager: Sharon Reddick

Phone: 509-476-2662 Pateros Public Library Librarian: Shari Houck P.O. Box 306 174 Pateros Mall Pateros 98846-0306 Phone: 509-923-2298

Oroville Public Library Librarian: Heather Burnell P.O. Box 550 1276 Main St. Oroville 98844-0550

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A______________________________________ H______________________________________ P______________________________________ Alta Cellars and Tasting Room ...................509-679-5353 135 Wapato Way, Manson 98831 e-mail .....................................karen@altacellars.com Alta Lake Golf Resort .................................509-670-3245 140 Alta Lake Road, Pateros 98846 e-mail.......................................info@altalakegolf.com Apple House...............................................509-923-2039 491 Industrial Way, Pateros 98846

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Howard’s on the River, Rivers Restaurant, Super Stop, Lake Shore Inn .......................509-923-2200 238 S. Lakeshore, Pateros 98846 web site.........................www.howardsontheriver.com

I______________________________________ Ives Landing Coffee .......................................................... 243 Dawson St., Pateros 98846 Facebook ....................................Ives Landing Coffee

Bonnie Marcoe Salon ....................................................... 749 Riverside Drive, Pateros 98846 e-mail ...............................bonniemarcoe@gmail.com Brewster Boys and Girls Club.....................509-689-1192 Brian Paine, Director 601 W. Cliff, Brewster 98812 e-mail............................................bpaine@bgcsc.org BTO Construction.......................................509-923-2802 149 Pateros Mall, Pateros 98846 e-mail ..........................btoconstruction@outlook.com

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Lake Pateros Motor Inn ..............................509-923-2203 115 Lakeshore Drive, Pateros 98846 e-mail ......................................lkpatinn@ncidata.com

Canvas by the Lake....................................509-387-1262 Sandy Day 86 Wapato Way, Manson 98831 Facebook ....................................Canvas by the Lake Cascade Weed and Feed ................................................. Dirk Veleke 109 Rolling Rock Road, Chelan 98816 web site ................................www.cascadeweed.com Century 21 Trophy ......................................509-923-0400 243 Dawson St., Pateros 98846 web site.............................www.century21trophy.com Chelan Fresh Marketing .............................509-682-4252 317 E. Johnson Ave., Chelan 98816 web site ...................................www.chelanfresh.com City of Pateros ............................................509-923-2571 113 Lakeshore Drive, Pateros 98846 web site ..........................................www.pateros.com

D______________________________________ Dwell NWC ....................................................................... Karen Wagner, Leigh Anne Barth e-mail ...............................altalakerealtor@gmail.com

Karen’s NW Properties ..................................................... e-mail ...............................altalakerealtor@gmail.com Kodi’s Noon Saloon ....................................509-923-9767 154 Pateros Mall, Pateros 98846 KOZI Radio ....................................................................... 123 Johnson Ave., Chelan 98816 web site........................................www.koziradio.com

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M_____________________________________ MVM Quality Well Drilling ...........................509-682-1122 22905 Riverview Road, Chelan 98816 web site ..................................mvmqualitydrilling.com

N______________________________________ North Cascade Landscaping......................509-860-3223 13 Valley Road, Brewster 98812 e-mail ..............................................ncl@ncidata.com North Cascades Bank, division of Glacier Bank ............... .............................................................509-682-4502 220 Johnson Avenue, Chelan 98816 web site ...............................northcascadesbank.com

O______________________________________ The Omak-Okanogan County Chronicle ....509-826-1110 618 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 web site...............................www.omakchronicle.com

Pateros Apple Pie Jamboree......................509-923-2760 Always the 3rd weekend of July web site .....................................www.paterosapj.com Pateros Public Library ................................509-923-2298 174 Pateros Mall, 98846 e-mail ..............................................pateros@ncrl.org

T______________________________________ The Sign Post ................................................................... 2019 E. Baker View Road, Bellingham 98226 web site ..................................www.the-signpost.com Thomason Law and Justice, PS .................509-689-3471 Alex Thomason 110 W. Lakeshore Drive, Pateros 98846 e-mail ..............................allie@thomasonjustice.com web site.................www.thomasonlawandjustice.com Three Rivers Hospital.................................509-689-2517 507 Hospital Way, Brewster 98812 web site...........................www.threerivershospital.net Trango ........................................................509-557-6177 303 2nd Ave. S., Suite A, Okanogan 98840 web site.............................www.okanogantransit.com

Z______________________________________ Zoretic Law, PLLC ............................................................ Michael T. Zoretic 215 Pateros Mall, Pateros 98846 e-mail .......................................mike@zoreticlaw.com web site ...............................................zoreticlaw.com

Park and recreation districts Coulee Dam Area Park and Recreation District P.O. Box 411 Grand Coulee 99133 Information: Bob Valen, 509-633-8209, couleeprd@hotmail.com Tonasket Park and Recreation District 1917 Pine Creek Road Tonasket, WA 98855 Information: Jordan Weddle, 509-557-8228, jweddle@tonasketparks.org

Orthodontics for children, young adults and young-at-heart adults. Clear braces. Merlin D. Ekvall, D.D.S., M.S. 800 Jasmine, Suite 4, Omak, WA (509) 826-4831 • 1 (888) 441-7158 Memorial Day to Labor Day 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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A______________________________________________ N______________________________________________ All Sew Embroidery.....................................509-486-2796 175 Hwy. 7, Tonasket 98855 Anthony Castelda, Inc. (Law) 204 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 e-mail ..........................................thefirm@nvinet.com

North Cascades Broadcasting ...................509-826-0100 P.O. Box 151, Omak 98841 North Central Regional Library...................509-486-2366 209-A Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 e-mail.............................................tonasket@ncrl.org

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Beyer’s Market ............................................509-486-2183 212 N. Hwy. 97, Tonasket 98855

Ogborn Plumbing .......................................509-486-8004 P.O. Box 448, Tonasket 98855 OK Chevrolet..............................................509-486-8400 512 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 web site ...........................................www.okchevy.net Okanogan County Transit Authority, TranGo ..................... .............................................................509-557-6177 P.O. Box 507, Okanogan 98840 Okanogan Family Faire ..............................509-486-2173 P.O. Box 761, Tonasket 98855 offaire2015@gmail.com

C______________________________________________ Camaray Motel ...........................................509-476-3684 1320 Main St., Oroville 98844 e-mail..........................frontdesk@camaraymotel.com City of Tonasket...........................................509-486-2132 209 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 Columbia River Carbonates ........................360-225-6505 300 N. Pekin Road, Woodland, WA 98674 e-mail............................accounting@carbonates.com Community Cultural Center.........................509-486-1328 411 Western Ave., Tonasket 98855 e-mail ....................info@communityculturalcenter.org Confluence Health ......................................509-486-2174 17 S. Western Ave., Tonasket 98855

D______________________________________________ Dale Crandall Attorney at Law PLLC 10 W. 5th, Tonasket 98855 e-mail..............................dcrandall@crandall-law.com

E_______________________________________________ Eden Valley Guest Ranch ...........................509-485-4002 31 Eden Valley Lane, Oroville 98844 web site...............................www.edenvalleyranch.net

F_______________________________________________ Family Health Centers.................................509-486-0114 106 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855

G______________________________________________ Grant’s Market.............................................509-486-2127 18 W. 4th St., Tonasket 98855

H______________________________________________ Hagadone Directories North Central Washington, Columbia Basin, The Black Book Bob Burton ...........................................731-914-1696

L_______________________________________________ Lee Frank Mercantile 324 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 e-mail .......................................lftonasket@gmail.com Little Shop of Yoga ......................................509-429-1260 306 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonakset 98855 e-mail.............................littleshopofyoga@yahoo.com

M_____________________________________________ Marylou's Hidden Treasures........................509-486-4496 31574 Hwy 97, Tonasket 98855 e-mail .....................................mloukriner4@msn.com Mary Harts Flea Market ..............................509-322-8229 31574 Hwy. 97, Tonasket 98855 e-mail ................................kaylagardinier@gmail.com

Tonasket Interiors/Alley Floors ....................509-486-1096 7 West 4th St., Tonasket e-mail .........................tonasketinteriors@ncidata.com Tonasket Natural Foods ..............................509-486-4188 P.O. Box 591, Tonasket 98855 e-mail............................manager@tonasketcoop.com Tonasket School District #9.........................509-486-2126 35 Hwy. 20, Tonasket 98855 Tonasket Valley Lions Club .........................509-322-2646 P.O. Box 120, Tonasket 98855

U______________________________________________ Umpqua Bank .............................................509-476-3603 822 Central Ave., Oroville 98844 web site ..................................................umpqua.com Upper Valley Disposal .................................509-476-3910 32707 Hwy 97 Oroville, WA 98844 US Bank ............................................................................ 409 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 web site....................................................usbank.com

P______________________________________________ V______________________________________________ Pacific Calcium, Inc. 32117 Hwy 97, Tonasket 98855 e-mail ....................................sue@naturesintent.com

VIP Insurance Agency ................................509-486-2917 323 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 web site..................................www.vipagencyinc.com

R______________________________________________ W_____________________________________________ Rancho Chico in Tonasket...........................509-486-4030 312 N. Hwy. 97 Rancho Grande in Oroville..........................509-476-7200 1401 Main St., Oroville 98844 Raymer Machine Works ..............................509-486-0511 16 Barnhill Road, Tonasket 98855 Riverview Mobile Home & RV Park.............509-486-1119 305 4th St. W., Tonasket 98855 Roy's Pharmacy ................................................................ 318 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 e-mail..............................royspharmacy1@gmail.com

S_______________________________________________ Sawyer and Sawyer ....................................509-486-1304 PO Box 554, Tonasket 98855 e-mail.......................................sawsaw@ncidata.com Smith and Nelson........................................509-486-2104 302 S. Western Ave., Tonasket 98855 Sound Publishing/Okanogan Valley Gazette Tribune ........ 1422 Main St., Oroville 98844 Spectacle Lake Resort................................509-223-3433 10 McCammon Rd., Tonasket 98855 e-mail ................................spectaclelake@okcom.org Stephanie’s Smiles......................................509-486-8001 19 W. 4th St., Tonasket 98855

T______________________________________________ The Kuhler...................................................509-486-2996 302 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 e-mail........................................thekuhler@gmail.com The Old Creamery ......................................509-486-2460 222 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 The Split End..................................................................... 1/4 mi north on Hwy 97, Tonasket 98855 e-mail .......................................nkircaldy@yahoo.com Tim's Country Saw Shop.............................509-486-2798 48 N. Frontage Road, Tonasket 98855 Tonasket Eagles..........................................509-486-2299 213 S. Western Ave., Tonasket 98855 e-mail .................................eagles2299@frontier.com

Wild Rose Floral .........................................509-486-8000 210 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 e-mail ............................flowermamakelli@gmail.com Wizard Works .............................................509-486-2654 32258X Hwy. 97, Tonasket 98855

Libraries Books From 49 Librarian: Gailene Hooper 794 S. Clark Ave. Republic 99166 Phone: 509-775-3328 Tonasket Public Library Librarian: Sara McVay 209-A N. Whitcomb Ave. Tonasket 98855 Phone: 509-486-2366 Twisp Public Library

Librarian: Dawn Woodruff P.O. Box 237 201 N. Methow Valley Highway Twisp 98856-0237 Phone: 509-997-4681 Winthrop Public Library Librarian: Sally Portman P.O. Box 519 49 state Highway 20 Winthrop 98862 Phone: 509-996-2685

North Cascades Highway North Cascades Highway opening and closing dates — more information:http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/ passes/northcascades/ Winter of Closed Opened 2016-17 Nov. 18 temporary, May 16 Nov. 21 season 2017-18 Oct. 22 temporary Nov. 2 temporary Nov. 10 season Source: Washington Department of Transportation

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Directories of Businesses and Services Accounting Leffel, Otis & Warwick, PS ...........509-422-9907 112 N. 2nd Ave., Okanogan 98849 website ..................www.leffelotiswarwick.com Agricultural business, financial planning and accounting. Estate planning, business consulting. See ad on page 28. Skirko Business Services, Inc.....509-689-2117 526 West Main, Brewster 98812 fax ..............................................509-689-3774 e-mail .................sharon@skirkobusiness.com Individual, corporate and partnership, tax return preparation.

Addiction medicine New Start Clinics ..........................509-587-0105 520 W. Indian Ave., Brewster 98812 Fax .............................................509-689-1770 e-mail ..........receptionist@newstartclinics.com website .....................www.newstartclinics.com Facebook.......................................................... ..................www.facebook.com/newstartclinics Outpatient opioid addiction treatment program that uses Suboxone to reduce or eliminate withdrawal symptoms.

Adult FAmily Home Welcome Home Villa ....................509-826-1949 ...................................................509-826-3631 163 B Nichols Road, Omak 98841 Beautiful private rooms with bathrooms, quality 24-hour care, respite care, pool with security fencing, unique home atmosphere and much, much more.

Advertising The Chronicle ................................509-826-1110 618 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 toll-free ....................................1-800-572-3446 website.....................www.omakchronicle.com fax ..............................................509-826-5819 The only medium to deliver advertising to 98% of households in Okanogan Country with unduplicated total market coverage. Call us for the most effective, cost-efficient advertising for Okanogan and Ferry Counties.

Antiques And collectibles Robins Egg Bleu...........................509-996-8297 501 Hwy. 20, Winthrop 98862 Antiques, vintage home and garden, local handmade furniture, art and jewelry and other great finds. See ad on page 23.

ApArtments Caribou Trail Apts., Twisp Gardens Apts., Pine Meadows Senior Housing, IronStraw Agricultural Housing ...............509-422-3721 431 5th Ave. W., Omak 98841 e-mail................nancy@okanoganhousing.org fax ..............................................509-422-1713 Owned by the Housing Authority of Okanogan County. Caribou Trail Apt. rent is structured to accommodate low to moderate income

families. Twisp Gardens Apts. provides housing for elderly/disabled individuals/families; rental assistance available. Pine Meadows Senior Housing provides accessible housing with rental assistance to individuals 62+.

AppliAnces Webster Furniture.........................509-689-2131 332 E. Main Ave., Brewster 98812 toll-free ....................................1-800-894-8896 fax ..............................................509-689-3628 e-mail ....................dan@websterfurniture.com website ..................www.websterfurniture.com Maytag, Amana appliances, HDTV, Toshiba, La-Z-Boy furniture, Speed Queen laundry. We deliver in the Okanogan and Methow Valleys. Sales and service.

Arts And entertAinment Okanogan Valley Orchestra and Chorus....................................509-429-1945 Omak Performing Arts Center.....509-846-4773 20 South Cedar, Omak 98841 website........................................ovocinfo.com website........................................omakpac.org Non-profit organizations that promote music, entertainment and performance opportunities throughout the area. Costume rentals available through OVOC. See ad on page 36.

AspHAlt services 24-7 Omak Paving.........................509-826-6895 605 Quince St., Omak 98841 website......................................www.24-7.com Facebook .....24-7 Property Maintenance, LLC Commercial and residential paving. We do it all so you don’t have to. See ad on page 14.

Assisted living Apple Springs ...............................509-826-3590 1001 Senna St., Omak 98841 website ...............applespringsseniorliving.com Assisted living, respite care, 24-hour assistance, meals, wellness programs, transportation, housekeeping/linen service, whirlpool spa, library and business center, outdoor courtyard, pets welcome. See ad on page 26.

Attorney Crandall, Dale L., PLLC................509-486-2801 10 W. 5th St., Tonasket 98855 Fax .............................................888-875-1795 e-mail .............contact2018@crandall-law.com website..........................www.crandall-law.com Serving Okanogan County in real estate law, business law and estates. See ad on page 28. Miller and Chase ...........................509-861-0815 cell .............................................509-322-6022 217 Pine Street, Okanogan 98840 web site ...................www.millerandchase.com DUI defense, civil litigation, comprehensive criminal defense, personal injury, family law -

Paid Listings all facets. Experience you can trust. See ad on page 21. Thomason Justice, PS .................509-689-3471 PO Box 637, 110 W. Lakeshore Drive, Pateros 98846 fax ..............................................509-689-3472 e-mail....................allie@thomasonjustice.com website...................www.thomasonjustice.com Facebook ............................Thomason Justice Lawsuits, estates, business, immigration, injury, criminal, construction and real estate.

Atvs, snowmobile sAles And service Xtreme Power Sports ...................509-826-5771 1930 N. 2nd Ave., Okanogan 98840 website .......www.shopxtremepowersports.net Authorized Can Am dealer with accessories. Authorized Ski-doo dealer, clothing, high performance parts, clutching specialists and we service and upgrade what we sell.

Auto deAlers Sunrise Chevrolet Buick ..............509-826-1000 726 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 website ..................................sunrisechevy.net Great selection of new and used vehicles. If we don’t have what you want, we will get it. Try us before you try the rest. See ad on page 2.

Automotive mAcHine sHop Bob Raymer’s Machine Works....509-486-0511 16 Barn Hill Road, Tonasket 98855 Block boring and honing, complete head rebuild, complete driveline shop (the only driveline balancer in county), welding, manufacturing, engine rebuilding. See ad on page 39.

Auto pArts, repAir, service And detAiling D&D Auto Body, Inc......................509-422-5562 1604 N. 2nd, Okanogan 98840 toll-free ....................................1-800-606-5562 fax ..............................................509-422-5949 Collision specialists, frame and uni-body straightening, paint matching, certified technicians. Family owned and operated since 1979. David, Kelli and Bryon Goetz. See ad on page 7. Fletcher’s Auto Repair .................509-826-5004 2 East Bartlett, Omak 98841 All major engine, transmission, differential, exhaust and AC service. Martin’s Muffler .............................509-826-3261 55 Copple Road, Omak 98841 fax ..............................................509-826-1910 Custom exhaust work, free estimates. Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Visa and Mastercard accepted. See ad on page 25.

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Directories of Businesses and Services Motion Auto Supply......................509-826-2424 218 Omak Ave., Omak 98841 206 E. Seltice Way, Post Falls, ID 83854 ...................................................208-457-0340 toll-free....................................1-800-400-8690 website..............www.federatedautoparts.com American and foreign auto and truck parts. Drums and rotors turned. Catering to the do-ityourselfer and professional mechanic. See ad on page 58. Sunrise Chevrolet Buick ..............509-826-1000 726 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 website ..................................sunrisechevy.net Full service — all makes and models. Factory trained technicians. Detailing, shampooing, waxing, engine cleaning — make your rig look like new. See ad on page 2. Washington Tractor/NAPA ...........509-689-2429 501 W. Main Ave., Brewster 98812 e-mail ..brencamacho@washingtontractor.com Automotive and truck parts and accessories. Heavy duty truck parts, tools, oils, lubricants. See ad on page 44.

Banking Coulee Dam Federal Credit Union..................... toll-free....................................1-800-572-5678 e-mail.............................contact-us@cdfcu.net website ...................................www.cdfcu.com fax ..............................................509-633-3635 Low fees and great loan rates with branches in Omak, Brewster, Bridgeport, Coulee Dam, Creston, Republic and Almira. See ad on page 31. North Cascades Bank ...............1-800-603-9342 721 S. Okoma Drive, Omak 98841.................. ...................................................509-826-1018 188 Pine Street, Okanogan 98840 ...................................................509-422-1135 website.............www.northcascadesbank.com North Cascades Bank is a full service community bank providing lending services, deposit services, online banking and more. Member FDIC. Equal housing lender. See ad on page 7.

BUiLDing SUPPLY Midway/All Valley Building Supply ................... Tonasket ...................................509-486-2888 132 Clarkson, Tonasket 98855 Oroville .....................................509-476-3149 33081 Hwy. 97, Oroville 98844 Republic....................................509-775-2888 3 Creamery Road, Republic, 99166 3 locations, lumber, cabinets, full range of tools, plumbing and electrical supplies, paint, rentals, delivery. Expert staff. See ad on page 21.

BUS Service Northwestern Trailways ...............509-838-4029 Apple Line, 4611 S. Ben Franklin Lane, Spokane 99224 toll-free....................................1-800-366-6975 fax ..............................................509-624-9863 e-mail................................team@busnws.com website ................................www.appleline.us Facebook ...............Northwestern Stage Lines, ...............................northwesterntrailways.com Daily bus services between Omak and Ellensburg, connections in Wenatchee east and west. Pickup at Omak Travel Plaza, 800 E. Riverside Drive, Omak. Trango............................................509-557-6177 303 S. 2nd Ave., Suite A, Okanogan 98840 fax ..............................................509-315-2548 website............................okanogantransit.com e-mail .................kscalf@okanogantransit.com Convenient, coordinated bus service for Okanogan County. Connections from Oroville to Omak to Methow. Paratransit available. See ad on page 22.

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cLinicS Confluence Health - Brewster .....509-689-8900 418 W. Main St., Brewster 98812 Joshua Gewirtz, PA and Dr. Hogan providing dermatology services. See ad on inside back page. Confluence Health - Methow Valley .................. ...................................................509-996-8180 1116 WA-20, Winthrop 98862 fax ..............................................509-996-3374 e-mail ................................info@wvcclinic.com website ............................www.wvmedical.com Family medicine. Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed weekends. See ad on inside back page. Confluence Health - Omak...........509-826-1800 916 Koala Drive, Omak 98841 e-mail ..................................info@wvclinic.com website ...........................www.wvmedical.com Individual and family board certified physicians, 24-hour emergency care, obstetrics, gynecology, allergy evaluations, treatment, anti-coagulation clinic, and walk-in clinic. See ad on inside back page. Confluence Health - Oroville .......509-476-3631 1617 Main, Oroville 98844 web site ..................www.confluencehealth.org Offering comprehensive Family Medicine Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed weekends. Providers include Dr. Di Croce, Nancy Thompson, PA-C and Marianne Williams, ARNP. See ad on inside back cover.

Paid Listings Confluence Health - Tonasket .....509-486-2174 17 South Western, Tonasket 98855 fax ..............................................509-486-1189 web site ..................www.confluencehealth.org Offering comprehensive Family Medicine Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. to Noon. Providers include Dr. Lacey, Dr. Stuhlmiller, Dr. Wilson, Corinne Wei, FNP and Rick Massey, PA-C. See ad on inside back cover. Family Health Centers..................800-660-2129 716 1st Ave. S., Admin. Building, Okanogan 98840 525 W. Jay, Brewster 98812......509-689-3455 520 W. Indian, Brewster 98812........................ ...................................................509-689-2525 1015 Columbia Ave., Bridgeport 98813 ........... ...................................................509-686-0603 1003 Koala Ave., Omak 98841 ........................ ...................................................509-422-5700 106 S. Whitcomb, Tonasket 98855 .................. ...................................................509-486-0114 541 W. Second Avenue, Twisp 98856 ............. ...................................................509-997-2011 Family Health Clinic offers high quality, affordable medical and dental care to Okanogan and Douglas Counties. See ad on page 30. Mid-Valley Clinic ...........................509-826-1600 529 Jasmine, Omak 98841 website ...........................www.omakclinic.com Mid-Valley Clinic is a team of dedicated, caring professionals providing state-of-the-art health care services. See ad on page 15. Three Rivers Hospital...................509-689-3749 507 Hospital Way, Brewster 98812 website..........................threerivershospital.net Three Rivers Family Medicine in Brewster: Family practice, walk-in clinic, general surgery, OB/GYN, orthopedics, CDL certification and weight-loss program. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Thursday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. See ad on page 42.

coLLection agencieS Armada Corp. .................................509-422-1200 303 S. 2nd Ave., Suite B, Okanogan 98840 toll-free .....................................1-800-953-1201 We get results. We help all types of businesses collect on overdue bills in a professional, friendly way. See ad on page 20.

coLLege Wenatchee Valley College at Omak .................. ...................................................509-422-7800 116 W. Apple Ave., Omak 98841 toll-free....................................1-877-982-4968 (In Washington only) fax................................................509-422-7801 e-mail .......................................PIO@wvc.edu website........................................www.wvc.edu A two-year community college serving Okanogan, Chelan and Douglas counties with campuses in Omak (509-422-7800) and Wenatchee (509-682-6800). toll-free in

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Directories of Businesses and Services Washington State: 1-877-WVC-4YOU. See ad on page 31.

COMPUTER SERVICE PC Telecom.us ..............................509-826-2600 201 S. Main, Omak 98841 website ........................................pctelecom.us ....................................................pcnuthut.com Service for all your PC needs. New systems, towers, parts, repairs, upgrades, tune-ups. Over 20 years experience.

COnSTRUCTIOn/SITE COnSTRUCTIOn Cates and Erb ...............................509-826-4752 P.O. Box 2027, Omak 98841 fax ..............................................509-826-2160 e-mail.....................catesanderb@ncidata.com web site ................................catesanderb.com General construction contractor, excavation private and commercial, sitework, bridges, utilities, sewer, water, storm drains, state/federal licensed and certified, TERO certified. See ad on page 41. Stotts Construction ......................509-779-4987 17814 Hwy. 21 N, Curlew 99188 Septic systems, septic pumping, Cat work, water trucks, backhoe, loader, hauling, various rock products, rockwall construction. See ad on page 58.

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fax ..............................................509-476-3825 e-mail ...............................sbergh@nvinet.com website......................berghfuneralservice.com Providing generations of trusted service in Northern Okanogan and Ferry Counties since 1913. Whether planning in advance or at a time of death, we will be here to assist with a service that fits your family’s personal needs. Offices in Oroville, Tonasket and Republic. See ad on page 49. Precht-Harrison-Nearents Funeral Home and Okanogan County Crematory......509-422-3333 2547 Elmway, Okanogan 98840 fax ..............................................509-422-3334 e-mail........................phnc@communitynet.org website ........................www.omakfuneral.com Providing dignified, personalized cremation services to the greater Okanogan and Methow Valleys for almost a decade. See ad on page 14.

CRIME VICTIM SERVICES The Support Center ......................509-826-3221 619 S. 2nd Ave., Okanogan 98840 toll-free .......................................888-826-3221 website....................www.thesupportcenter.org Free and confidential crime victim services for adults and children. Spanish speaking advocates to help with immigration issues for victims. Services include crisis intervention, counseling, support group, medical and legal advocacy.

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Confluence Health - Omak Clinic ...................... ...................................................509-826-1800 916 Koala Drive, Omak 98841 e-mail ..................................info@wvclinic.com website ...........................www.wvmedical.com Providing family and/or individual counseling coordinated with your overall health care program at the Omak Clinic. See ad on inside back page.

CREMaTIOn SERVICE Bergh Funeral Service and Crematory ............. ...................................................509-476-3572 801 Main St., Oroville 98844

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Carey’s Custom Canvas ..............509-322-5144 Riverside, 98849 e-mail .......................careysmail@hotmail.com Custom canvas and vinyl coverings and repairs, industrial sewing, ground cloths, game bags. If you need it, we’ll make it. See ad on page 24.

DElI Gene’s Harvest Foods..................509-826-0212 22 W. Apple, Omak 98841 The most popular deli in town! Fresh sandwiches and hot foods every day. Custom made party trays. See ad on page 4.

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DEnTISTRy Bramer, Gary, D.D.S......................509-826-2744 706 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 e-mail....................gabdds@communitynet.org website...............................drgarybramer.com Our team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized gentle care you deserve. New patients always welcome. Chase Family Dentistry................509-422-3200 108 2nd Ave., Okanogan 98840 fax ..............................................509-422-2339 e-mail................................................................ .............office.manager@smilesbybrooke.com website....................www.smilesbybrooke.com Exceptional dentistry with the personal touch. State-of-the-art technology used for your dental care. All ages welcome. See ad on page 3. Family Health Centers..................800-660-2129 Okanogan Dental, 626 2nd Ave. S,. ................. Okanogan 98840 .......................509-422-6705 Brewster Dental, 101 North 6th Street, Brewster 98812..........................509-689-3789 Bridgeport Dental, 1015 Columbia Ave., Bridgeport 98813 .......................509-686-0603 Oroville Dental, 1321 Main St., Oroville 98844 ...................................................509-476-4404 Twisp Dental, 110 E. Second Ave., Twisp 98856 ...............................509-997-0922 Family Health Clinic offers high quality, affordable medical and dental care to Okanogan and Douglas Counties. See ad on page 30. Grillo-Robeck Family Dentistry ......................... ...................................................509-826-4050 739 Haussler Road, Omak 98841 e-mail ......................info@grillorobeckdds.com website....................www.grillorobeckdds.com Caring dentistry for the whole family. Preventive hygiene, one day crowns, state-ofthe-art equipment. New patients welcome. Okanogan Valley Dentistry ..........509-486-2902 202 S. Whitcomb, Tonasket 98855 ...................................................509-422-4881 232 2nd Ave. N., Okanogan 98840 Accepting new patients. Hygiene, fillings, dentures, partials, crowns, latest equipment.

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Directories of Businesses and Services Two locations to serve you. Practicing dentistry for 35 years in Okanogan Valley. See ad on page 8. Oroville Dental ..............................509-476-2151 1600 N. Main St., Oroville 98844 23 S. Ash St, Omak 98841 ........509-826-1930 Family dentistry, implants, orthodontics, dental hygiene, preventive care, caring well-trained staff. Insurance plans, VISA, Mastercard, Care Credit. Omak: Fridays by appointment. See ad on page 26.

drilling supplies O’Connell Drilling and Supply, LLC. ................. ...................................................509-689-1212 21-B Airport Road, Brewster 98812 Cell.............................................509-679-1967 toll free....................................1-844-689-1212 fax ..............................................509-689-1142 e-mail..................shawn@oconnelldrilling.com website .....................www.oconnelldrilling.com facebook........................................................... facebook.com/oconnell-drilling-supply-llc150739831282247 O’Connell Drilling is central Washington’s trusted supply and service provider for irrigation, drilling, pump, septic and installation. Call 844-689-1212. See ad on page 40.

economic Economic Alliance........................509-826-5107 320 Omak Ave., P.O. Box 626, Omak, 98841 website ...............www.economic-alliance.com Promotes economic development in Okanogan County; provides small business counseling through the Small Business Development Center.

electric companies Public Utility District #1 of Okanogan County . ...................................................509-422-3310 1331 2nd Ave. N., Okanogan 98840 website ........................www.okanoganpud.org Public utility electrical service provider for Okanogan County. Offices in Okanogan, Omak, Tonasket, Oroville, Brewster. See ad on inside front cover.

electrical contractors Don Kruse Electric, Inc. ...............509-826-4301 40A Copple Rd., Omak 98841 toll-free....................................1-800-848-7585 Residential, commercial. Pumps, mobile home hook-ups, new construction and repairs. Sales, service, installation of heating and air conditioning. #DONKRE1983KA. See ad on page 47.

escrow services Ferry County Professional Services ................. ...................................................509-775-2337 319 E. Delaware Avenue, Republic 99166 e-mail........................mail@ferrycountyps.com Title insurance, escrow closings, notary, contract servicing. Located across the street

from the courthouse in Republic. From your first house to your dream home and all the moves in between. See ad on page 38.

event center Winthrop Auditorium/Winthrop Barn ................ ...................................................509-996-2117 51 N. Hwy. 20, Winthrop 98862 e-mail .........................info@winthropbarn.com website ........................www.winthropbarn.com Winthrop Barn on the Methow River and City Park. Perfect for gatherings, large or small. Weddings, parties, meetings, performances. Professional kitchen and music system. See ad on page 34.

Farmers markets Okanogan Valley Farmers Market ..................... ...................................................509-826-0457 PO Box 4368, Omak, 98841 The Okanogan Valley Farmers’ Market is a member of the Washington State Farmers Market Association. All of our products are home grown and handmade in Okanogan County. See ad on page 14.

Fire damage Emergency Remediation Services .................... ...................................................509-631-4176 e-mail.........................cemmitt834@gmail.com Insurance restoration, fire damage, full service restoration. See ad on page 17.

Fruit stand/produce Delap Orchards.............................509-422-3145 cell phone ..................................509-429-9135 Hwy. 97 located at milepost 275, Malott Cherries, peaches, apples, nectarines and pluots. Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.- 6 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. July-November 1. See ad on page 16. Smallwood Farms.........................509-422-2444 23090 Hwy. 20, Okanogan 98840 e-mail ......................info@smallwoodfarms.net Locally grown fruit, produce, honey, preserves, local wines, beers. Espresso and restaurant. Open seasonally spring through fall 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. See ad on page 56.

Funeral Home Bergh Funeral Service and Crematory ............. ...................................................509-476-3572 801 Main St., Oroville 98844 fax ..............................................509-476-3825 e-mail ...............................sbergh@nvinet.com website......................berghfuneralservice.com Providing generations of trusted service in Northern Okanogan and Ferry Counties since 1913. Whether planning in advance or at a time of death, we will be here to assist with a service that fits your family’s personal needs. Offices in Oroville, Tonasket and Republic. See ad on page 49.

Paid Listings Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel and Okanogan County Crematory......509-422-3333 2547 Elmway, Okanogan 98840 e-mail .......................phnc@communitynet.org website .........................www.omakfuneral.com fax ..............................................509-422-3334 Providing caring, compassionate funeral and crematory services. Call us for information on pre-plans, memorial markers and our local crematory. See ad on page 14.

Furniture Webster Furniture.........................509-689-2131 332 E. Main Ave., Brewster 98812 toll-free ....................................1-800-894-8896 fax ..............................................509-689-3628 e-mail ....................dan@websterfurniture.com website ..................www.websterfurniture.com Quality furniture and appliances, La-Z-Boy Maytag, Amana, Toshiba, Speed Queen Laundry, Englander mattresses. We deliver to Okanogan and Methow valleys. Sales and service.

garage doors Midway/All Valley Building Supply ................... Tonasket ...................................509-486-2888 132 Clarkson, Tonasket 98855 Oroville .....................................509-476-3149 33081 Hwy. 97, Oroville 98844 Republic....................................509-775-2888 3 Creamery Road, Republic, 99166 Garage door installation and repairs, gutters. Free estimates. See ad on page 21.

giFt sHop Sweet T’s .......................................509-689-1200 525 W. Main, Brewster 98812 e-mail.............................sweetts@frontier.com Women’s accessories, jewelry, home and “man cave” decor, Woodwick candles, Abdullah Chocolate, Melissa and Doug Baby. . . where customer service is still about YOU!

golF courses - puBlic Oroville Golf Club .........................509-476-2390 3468 Loomis-Oroville Road, Oroville 98844 2 miles west of Oroville Scenic 9 hole public golf course. Tee times required. Lessons available. Light menu at the 19th Hole. Beer and wine. See ad on page 6.

grocery stores Anderson’s Grocery .....................509-775-3378 711 S. Clark, Republic 99166 A family tradition since 1900. Quality meat and produce. Full-service deli and bakery. Locally owned. See ad on page 18. Beyer’s Market ..............................509-486-2183 212 N. Hwy. 97, Tonasket 98855 Family owned, full service grocery store, fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, deli, bakery, wide variety of spirits. See ad on page 35.

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Directories of Businesses and Services Gene’s Harvest Foods..................509-826-0212 22 W. Apple, Omak 98841 Your home-owned grocery serving the community for more than 50 years. Bakery, full service butcher shop, deli, propane. See ad on page 4. Tonasket Natural Foods Co-op.......................... ...................................................509-486-4188 21 West 4th Street, Tonasket 98855 Facebook........................................................... ..................www.facebook.com/TonasketCoop e-mail.........................info@tonasketcoop.com website .......................www.tonasketcoop.com All natural deli, organic food and produce, bulk foods, supplements, organic coffee, local products, beer and wine. Free Wi-Fi. Open 7 days. See ad on page 34.

gutters midway/All Valley Building Supply ................... Tonasket ...................................509-486-2888 132 Clarkson, Tonasket 98855 Oroville .....................................509-476-3149 33081 Hwy. 97, Oroville 98844 Republic....................................509-775-2888 3 Creamery Road, Republic, 99166 Call Valley Insulation. Custom seamless gutters, free estimates. Many colors to choose from. 509-486-2641, e-mail: avi_john@hotmail.com, cell: 509-4429-0417. See ad on page 21.

gyms/Fitness The Fitness Zone ..........................509-826-1050 11 N. Main St., Omak 98841 e-mail ................cherylerowland@outlook.com 24/7 access for members. Fully equipped gym. Free training. No contracts. Downtown Omak. Specializing in personal health and wellness.

Hardware Hardings Hardware.......................509-775-2952 85 N. Clark Ave., Republic 99166 e-mail ...............missyharding871@yahoo.com fax................................................509-775-2962 Hardware store for all your needs, tools, plumbing, electrical, paint, lawn, garden, sporting goods. Great, knowledgeable service.

Hearing aids and instruments Inland Hearing Aids, Inc...............800-254-4467 21 W. 4th Ave., Omak 98841 fax ..............................................509-764-0662 831 E. Colonial, Moses Lake 98837 Dan Morehouse. Locally owned and operated. We specialize in all hearing devices. Walk-ins always welcome. See ad on page 35.

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Heating/air Conditioning Don Kruse Electric, Inc. ...............509-826-4301 40A Copple Rd., Omak 98841 toll-free....................................1-800-848-7585 Sales, service and installation of new furnaces, heat pumps, central air. Geothermal water furnace comfort systems. Electrical contractor: #DONKRE1983KA. See ad on page 47.

Home Care ResCare .........................................509-422-1791 523 Riverside Drive, Omak 98841 e-mail.....................dawn.bristol@rescare.com web site ........................................rescare.com Respect and care at home. Providing in-home care assistance, personal care, bathing, transportation, housekeeping, cooking. Payment options: private pay, private insurance, Medicaid, (COPES, MPC, DDD, VA and respite). See ad on page 12.

Home HealtH and HospiCe Frontier Health and Hospice .......509-422-8621 800 Jasmine St., Omak 98841 e-mail ............................glay@frontierhhh.com website ..........................frontierhhh.com/omak Provide in-home health care including nursing,

Wholesale and Retail Complete line of Domestic and Import Auto and Truck Parts Peformance and Heavy Truck Parts Drums and Rotors Turned Full line of new and remanufactured parts and accessories Catering to the do-it-yourselfer and professional mechanic Spokane • Airway Heights Coeur d’Alene • Lewiston • Post Falls • Omak

218 Omak Ave. in Omak 206 E. Seltice Way in Post Falls, ID Monday-Friday 7:30-5:30 Saturday: Omak 8-4, Post Falls 9-4

826-2424 208-457-0340 1-800-400-8690 Employee Owned

Stotts Construction and Trucking • Septic Systems • Septic Pumping • Cat Work • Water Trucks • Backhoe • Loader • Hauling • Various Rock Products • Rockwall Construction 17814 Hwy. 21 N., Curlew • 509-779-4987

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Directories of Businesses and Services physical, occupational and speech therapy, social services, spiritual and bereavement counselling. We Honor Veterans partner. See ad on page 8.

Hospitals Lake Chelan Community Hospital and Clinics Hospital.....................................509-682-3300 Clinic .........................................509-682-2511 503 E. Highland, Chelan 98816 website ...............www.lakechelanhospital.com Family medicine, orthopedics, women’s health, physical therapy, emergency room, surgical center. Serving patients for 70 years. Mid-Valley Hospital ......................509-826-1760 810 Jasmine Street, Omak 98841 website...................................ww.mvhealth.org Mid-Valley Hospital is a team of dedicated, caring professionals providing state-of-the-art health care services. See ad on page 15. North Valley Hospital....................509-486-2151 126 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 website ..............................www.nvhospital.org Team of dedicated professionals providing emergency and other health care services. Obstetrics, lab services, radiology. See ad on page 27. Three Rivers Hospital...................509-689-2517 507 Hospital Way, Brewster 98812 fax................................................509-689-2086 website .................www.threerivershospital.net Full service healthcare including: 24 hour emergency room staffed by physicians; surgical service and “baby friendly” birthing center with new suites. See ad on page 42.

Hotels/Motels Camaray Motel ..............................509-476-3684 1320 Main St., Oroville 98844 e-mail.................frontdesk@camarymotel.com website.........................www.orovillemotel.com Located in the heart of Oroville, close to restaurants, hi-speed Internet, flatscreen HD cable TV, DVD players, fridge and microwave, outdoor pool, kitchenettes, pet friendly. Omak Inn.........................................509-826-3822 912 Koala Drive, Omak 98841 toll-free....................................1-800-204-4800 website...........................www.omakinnwa.com Omak’s finest locally owned and operated motel featuring free Continental breakfast, indoor spa/pool, mini-suites with microwaves and refrigerators, Wi-Fi and a business center, electric car charging unit. Handicap accessible. On Hwy. 97. See ad on page 14. Stampede Motel ............................509-826-1161 215 4th Ave. West, Omak 98841 One and two bedroom air conditioned kitchenettes, and DirectTV. Phones in rooms. Dogs with deposit. Non-smoking rooms only. See ad on page 10.

Twisp River Suites .......................509-997-0100 140 West Twisp Ave., Twisp 98856 toll-free .......................................855-784-8328 fax ..............................................509-997-1031 e-mail......................info@twispriversuites.com website.............................twispriversuites.com Experience river-front luxury in the heart of Twisp. Full suites with kitchens, private decks and fireplaces. Pet friendly options available! See ad on page 23.

Housing/Housing autHority Housing Authority of Okanogan County .......... ...................................................509-422-3721 e-mail................nancy@okanoganhousing.org 431 5th Ave. W., Omak 98841 Provides affordable apartments throughout Okanogan County, as well as tenant based rental assistance with HUD Section 8 and TBRA vouchers.

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investMents Edward Jones ...............................509-826-5566 646 Okoma Drive, Suite C, Omak 98841 toll-free....................................1-800-284-5567 website........................www.edwardjones.com Making sense of investing since 1971. Stocks, mutual funds, bonds, government securities, tax-free bonds, CDs, money-market funds, IRAs, insurance. See ad on page 19.

land conservation Okanogan Land Trust...................509-557-6306 203 2nd Ave. S., Suite 120, Okanogan 98840 e-mail....................info@okanoganlandtrust.org website ........................okanoganlandtrust.org A membership, non-profit conservation organization working with ranchers, farmers, landowners and community to protect and conserve working lands, open spaces and wildlife habitats for future generations.

insulation

lodges

Midway/All Valley Building Supply ................... Tonasket ...................................509-486-2888 132 Clarkson, Tonasket 98855 Oroville .....................................509-476-3149 33081 Hwy. 97, Oroville 98844 Republic....................................509-775-2888 3 Creamery Road, Republic, 99166 Installed Fiberglas insulation, blown and batt. Spray foam. Also garage doors, installation and repairs. Free estimates. See ad on page 21.

Gibson’s North Fork Lodge .........509-826-1475 Main Street at Boone, Conconully 98819 website...................gibsonsnorthforklodge.net Your vacation destination no matter your recreation. Our cabins are new, large and contain complete facilities. Wood, BBQ, wheelchair accessible.

insurance Senior Benefits Solutions............509-322-5527 e-mail .....................pattaylor1946@yahoo.com Reliable, local insurance specialist for Medicare and prescription drug plans. Will come to you. Always available. Free consultations. VIP Insurance ...................................................... Brewster ...................................509-689-0904 Chelan .......................................509-682-4517 Omak .........................................509-826-1156 Oroville .....................................509-476-3023 Tonasket ...................................509-486-2917 Winthrop ...................................509-996-4515 web site.......................www.vipagencyinc.com Independent insurance agencies. Wide range of product lines: Auto, home, business, RV, farm, crop, life, health. Seven convenient locations.

internet service PC Telecom.us ..............................509-862-2600 201 S. Main, Omak 98841 web site.......................................pctelecom.us ....................................................pcnuthut.com Broadband hi-speed internet, wireless, fiber optics, dial-up, web hosting, email, domains, over 20 years experience.

Marijuana retailers Forbidden Cannabis Club............509-557-6322 2358 Elmway, Okanogan 98840 web site ................forbiddencannabisclub.com Facebook .......www.facebook.com/forbiddencc Everyone welcome, first-timers to experienced enthusiasts. Innovative, diverse menu from Pacific Northwest producers. Wide range of cannabis accessories and products. See ad on page 5. Sage Shop .....................................509-322-8090 903 C Engh Road, Omak 98841 e-mail................................................................ .......................montana@omaksageshop.com Conveniently located at Hwy. 97 and Engh Road. Competitive prices, wide selection of flower, concentrates, edibles, elixirs, CBD products. Many local products. See ad on page 45.

Mold reMediation Emergency Remediation Services .................... ...................................................509-631-4176 e-mail.........................cemmitt834@gmail.com Mold remediation, mold abatement, encapsulation. See ad on page 17.

MuseuMs & gift sHops Okanogan Borderlands Historical Society ....... ...................................................509-476-2739 e-mail...............info@borderlandshistorical.org website .............www.borderlandshistorical.org Facebook.......................................................... .......Okanogan Borderlands Historical Society Exhibit: “School Days O’ Yore.” Tour the school

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Directories of Businesses and Services houses and learn about the people who taught our pioneers. Fascinating look into our heritage. See ad on page 9. Okanogan County Historical Museum .............. ...................................................509-422-4272 1410 2nd Ave. N., Okanogan 98840 e-mail.................................ochs@ncidata.com Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. Self-guided tours detailing the county’s history including old-fashioned “Main Street” display, apple history, farm implements, settler’s cabin and Okanogan Fire Hall Museum. See ad on page 51.

Newspapers The Chronicle ................................509-826-1110 618 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 toll-free ...................................1-800-572-3446 fax................................................509-826-5819 website......................www.omakchronicle.com The area’s largest weekly newspaper delivers the most complete coverage of news, events, sports, features and advertising for Okanogan Country. E-Edition and web site content available also.

NursiNg Homes/ eXTeNDeD Care North Valley Hospital . . . . . . . . . .509-486-2151 126 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 web site . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.nvhospital.org Team of dedicated professionals providing emergency and other health care services. Obstetrics, lab services, radiology. See ad on page 27. Regency Omak..............................509-846-7700 901 Shumway Road, Omak 98841 e-mail ...............bphillipy@regency-pacific.com web site ...............................regencyomak.com 56-bed facility providing 24/7 licensed skilled care nursing home and rehabilitation center with physical, occupational and speech therapy. Short-term and long-term care. See ad on page 29.

NuTriTioN/wellNess Inspire Nutrition............................509-321-0175 1321 Unit A, Main St., Oroville 98844 e-mail...................inspirenutrition@yahoo.com web site ............................................................ .............inspirenutritionofwashingtonstate.com Weight loss, health coaching, lifestyle. Changes motivation, accountability, personal, individualized programs, nutrition education, one-on-one counseling, scientific evidence based.

obsTeTriCs North Valley Hospital Birthing Center............... ...................................................509-486-2151 126 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 web site .............................www.nvhospital.org Providing quality prenatal education, obstetrical care and breastfeeding assistance to the childbearing families of our community and

surrounding areas. See ad on page 27.

opTiCal sHop Optical Outfitters ..........................509-826-7919 916 Koala Drive, Omak 98841 fax ..............................................509-826-7916 Offering over 600 styles of frames, contacts and glasses repairs. Licensed Optician John Bratlie at your service. See ad inside back page.

opTomeTry Confluence Health Omak .............509-826-1800 916 Koala Drive, Omak 98841 e-mail..................................info@wvclinic.com web site ...........................www.wvmedical.com Full service optometry department, Ugo Bartell, O.D., offering all types of vision care and eye exams. Optical shop. See ad inside back page. Confluence Health Regional Eye Center-Omak ...................................................509-826-1191 717 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 Clinic and optical shop hours, Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

orTHoDoNTiCs Merlin Ekvall, D.D.S., M.S. ..........509-826-4831 800 Jasmine, Suite 4, Omak 98841 toll-free....................................1-888-441-7158 fax ..............................................509-826-6741 Practice limited to orthodontics. Children and adults, payment plan and insurance billing. See ad on page 51.

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pHarmaCy Omak Pharmacy ...........................509-422-1500 903 Engh Road, Omak 98841 e-mail ...................omakpharmacy@gmail.com Facebook ...............................Omak Pharmacy Drive through pharmacy, vaccines, best prices, free mailouts and free delivery within 10 miles. See ad on page 39. Oroville Pharmacy .......................509-476-3411 1416 Main St., Oroville 98844 e-mail ...............................dlarson@nvinet.com Facebook ............................Oroville Pharmacy Serving Oroville and area since 1976. Full service pharmacy. Dick Larson, pharmacist/owner. Knowledgeable, friendly staff. Large selection of gifts. Roy’s Pharmacy............................509-486-2149 318 S. Whitcomb, Tonasket 98855 Full service pharmacy accepting many insurance companies. Medical supplies, special gift items.

pHysiCiaNs aND surgeoNs Confluence Health Omak .............509-826-1800 916 Koala Drive, Omak 98841 e-mail ..................................info@wvclinic.com web site ...........................www.wvmedical.com Individual and family board certified physicians, 24-hour emergency care, obstetrics, gynecology, allergy evaluations and treatment and walk in clinic. See ad on See ad inside back page.

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pHysiCal THerapy

Lake Chelan Community Hospital and Clinics 505B State 20, Winthrop 98816 Winthrop office ........................509-996-3188 Chelan office ............................509-682-2511 web site ..............www.lakechelanhospital.com Dr. Joshua Schkrohowski, M.D. specializing in sports medicine, trained at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and with Austria Ski Team physicians.

Mark A. Miller Physical Therapy ....................... ...................................................509-689-2260 537 W. Main, Brewster 98812 fax ..............................................509-689-8401 Stroke rehab, sports injury, L&I work related, surgery and cardiac rehab, chronic pain. Accept most insurances. See ad on page 44.

Three Rivers Hospital...................509-689-3749 507 Hospital Way, Brewster 98812 web site.........................threerivershospital.net Three Rivers Hospital orthopedic specialist: Dr. Jonothan Miller, Dr. James Lamberton, Dr. Rob Lamberton, PAC. Surgical service, joint replacement, arthritis, trauma, sports medicine. See ad on page 42.

pesT CoNTrol Loomis Ag Service .......................509-223-3823 Noxious weed control, ground sterilization, including roads, driveways.

Regency Omak..............................509-846-7700 901 Shumway Road, Omak 98841 e-mail ...............bphillipy@regency-pacific.com web site ...............................regencyomak.com Physical, occupational and speech therapy, stroke, cardio, injury and surgery rehabilitation, short-term or extended stay. See ad on page 29.

pizza Papa Murphy’s Pizza ...................509-826-0246 705 Omache Ave., Omache Shopping Center, Omak 98841 “Fresh, hot, delicious! When it comes to fresh, seeing is believing.” Take them home or take them camping. See ad on page 18.

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Directories of Businesses and Services propane/gas North Cascades Propane.............509-997-3955 1202 Cascade Drive, Twisp 98856 fax ..............................................509-997-3977 e-mail..........info@northcascadespropane.com web site .......www.northcascadespropane.com Independently owned and operated, serving the residential, commercial and agricultural needs of Okanogan County. See ad on page 38.

property Maintenance 24-7 Property Maintenance..........509-826-6895 605 Quince St., Omak 98841 web-site ....................................www.24-7.com facebook .......24-7 Property Maintenance LLC Commercial and residential paving, landscaping, groundskeeping, and tree care services. We do it all so you don’t have to. See ad on page 10.

Quilting supplies Needlelyn Time..............................509-826-1198 9 North Main, Omak 98841 fax ..............................................509-826-6377 e-mail ......................ntime@communitynet.org web site......................www.needlelyntime.com Needlelyn Time is the Okanogan Valley’s best source for top quality quilting supplies and Pfaff sewing machines and sergers.

radiology North Valley Hospital ...................509-486-2151 126 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 web site .............................www.nvhospital.org Orders accepted from any provider. Complete Radiology services including CT scans, MRI exams, Digital Mammography, Dexa Scans, X-rays and Pain Management through ESI injections. 3D Digital Mammography Tomosynthesis technology. See ad on page 27.

real estate Anna Marie Dalbey, CRS/Coldwell Banker ...................................................509-587-6555 525 W. Main St., Brewster 98812 cell phone ..................................509-449-6881 e-mail ...................annamarie@CBchelan.com web site ......................livingwhereyouplay.com When buying or selling, having the right real estate professional can make all the difference. Serving Okanogan, Chelan, Douglas Counties. See ad on page 20. Century-21 Trophy........................509-923-0400 243 Dawson Street, Pateros 98846 cell .............................................509-885-3914 fax ..............................................509-692-2668 e-mail ..............................rikki@c21trophy.com For all of your real estate needs. Commercial, land, residential and waterfront. Serving Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan Counties. See ad on page 49.

Okanogan Properties ...................509-486-0507 Tonasket 98855 e-mail .......................tamit@communitynet.org Don’t make a move without us! Experience with all types of real estate in North Central Country! Property management. Remax Town and Country ...........509-476-4444 1510 Main St., Oroville 98844 web site ..........www.orovillelakeandcountry.net fax ..............................................509-476-4445 For all your real estate needs including property management. Excellent, knowledgeable, friendly service. See ad on page 13. Remax Welcome Home Omak .....509-826-5555 215 N. Main St., Omak 98841 fax ..............................................509-826-6156 web site ................................www.Remax.com See all area multiple listings from our website, www.Remax.com. The LEADER in real estate sales in Okanogan County. See ad on page 56. Sun Lakes Realty..........................509-476-2121 1411 Main Street, Oroville 98844 fax ..............................................509-476-3218 web site ........................www.sunlakesrealty.us Experienced with a thorough knowledge of the Osoyoos area. Helping you find just the right property. See ad on page 2. Upper Valley Realty ......................509-486-2295 415 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 988554S e-mail.........................uvrtonasket@gmail.com Designated broker Jerry Bradley. Serving north Okanogan County providing professional real estate services for over 50 years. Windermere Oroville ....................509-476-3378 1408 Main St., Oroville 98844 e-mail......................oroville@windermere.com web site .....................oroville.windermere.com Five agents with thorough knowledge of property and the ability to find you just the right property. Winderemere Republic.................509-775-3004 728 S. Clark, Republic 99166 e-mail ............................bjb@windermere.com web site .................................windermere.com Bill Baldwin, GRI. Dependable, knowledgeable. Thorough knowledge of all Ferry County real estate.

recreation OmakFit4Life .................................509-557-9292 Omak e-mail.................clarepainter@rocketmail.com Facebook .................................Omak Fit 4 Life Providing free wellness activities/education throughout the year, including Open Gym, Winter Wellness, Healthy Youth Fair and 1m/5k Fun Runs! See ad on page 37.

Paid Listings Omak Orchards in Bloom ............509-557-9292 Omak web site.................omakorchardsinbloom.com 5th Annual marathon and 10k race Saturday, April 28 at Rockwall Cellars. All proceeds benefit Omak Fit 4 Life Wellness Programs. See ad on page 37.

rV park Columbia Cove RV Park/City of Brewster ....... Reservations .......................509-733-0540 or ...................................................509-689-3464 604 West Bruce Ave., Brewster 98812 Payments...................................509-689-3464 e-mail .................brewsterrvpark@frontier.com web site .............cityofbrewsterwashington.org 29 full hookups, 5 power only sites. Limited tent sites. Bathhouse, laundry. Located across from boat launch. Great fishing. See ad on page 40.

rV sales Sunrise RVs ..................................509-826-4678 1004 Koala Drive, Omak 98841 web site....................................sunriservs.com Pre-owned trucks and RV sales. Parts and service coming in summer of 2018. See ad on page 5.

rehabilitation North Valley Hospital ...................509-486-2151 126 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 web site .............................www.nvhospital.org Tonasket and Oroville outpatient locations, physical, occupational, speech and massage therapy, also for patients in acute or extended care. See ad on page 27.

rentals Midway/All Valley Building Supply ................... Tonasket ...................................509-486-2888 132 Clarkson, Tonasket 98855 Party rentals, constractor’s supplies, tractors, Bobcats. Call 509-486-2888. See ad on page 21.

rental properties Glenwood Mobile Home Park......425-501-3955 401A Glenwood Ave., Riverside 98849 e-mail ...........roger@hollidaybookkeeping.com web site ..................www.glenwoodmhpar.com Affordable quality living in beautiful Riverside. Clean, quiet, well maintained. Small pets okay. Two and three bedroom homes are available. See ad on page 6.

resorts Bonaparte Lake Resort ................509-486-2828 615 Bonaparte Lake Rd., Tonasket 98855 web site............www.bonapartelakeresort.com Year-round cabins, RV sites. Many water activities, winter sports, general store, family oriented, quality restaurant. See ad on page 16.

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suRveying, land

Hometown Pizza ..........................509-826-3333 738 Riverside Drive, Omak 98841 Open 7 days a week 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Pizza, subs, calzones, salad bar, lasagna, take and bake, family owned and operated.

Needlelyn Time ............................509-826-1198 9 North Main, Omak 98841 fax ..............................................509-826-6337 e-mail ............................ntime@community.net web site .....................www.needlelyntime.com Authorized PFAFF sewing machine dealer. Sales, service and repair.

Erlandsen & Associates...............800-732-7442 ...................................................509-689-2529 210 N. Bridge Street, P.O. Box 739, Brewster 98812 e-mail ..........................erikao@erlandsen.com web site............................www.erlandsen.com Serving North Central Washington with Professional Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, GIS and 3D Mobile Mapping, and Land Use Planning. See ad on page 37.

KFC/Taco Bell ..............................509-826-4414 620 Omache Drive, Omak 98841 Think outside the bun. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, gift cards, and diet menu. Check store for hours. Magoo’s Restaurant ....................509-826-2325 24 N. Main Street, Omak 98841 Family fun place to eat! Breakfast served all day. Open daily 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Banquets available. Mi Pueblo.......................................509-689-2211 623 W. Main Ave., Brewster 98812 Voted best Mexican restaurant. Authentic Mexican food. The taste of Michoacan. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, family friendly. 8 a.m.8 p.m. Summer 7 a.m.-10 p.m. See ad on page 42. Shannon’s .....................................509-486-2259 626 Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 Fabulous food, cozy down home atmosphere. Breakfast every morning. Wednesday and Saturday: steak. Thursday: spaghetti. Friday: prime rib. Smallwood Farms.........................509-422-2444 23090 Hwy. 20, Okanogan 98840 e-mail ......................info@smallwoodfarms.net Serving breakfast and lunch, outdoor/indoor seating, BBQ, wine, espresso, beer on tap. Open seasonally spring through fall. Dining hours 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. seven days a week. See ad on page 56.

saw sales and seRvice Xtreme Power Sports ..................509-826-5771 1930 N. 2nd Ave., Okanogan 98840 website .......www.shopxtremepowersports.net Authorized dealer of Husqvarna lawn and garden equipment and we service what we sell.

senioR seRvices Aging and Adult Care...................509-826-7452 739 Haussler Road #B, Omak 98841 Toll-free ...................................1-800-572-4459 web site ............................................aaccw.org Offering services for seniors, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers. Includes inhome care options, respite, home-delivered meals, information and referrals and more. See ad on page 11.

shipping/office seRvices UPS Store......................................509-861-0832 705 Okoma Drive (by Papa Murphy’s), Omak 98841 fax ..............................................509-861-1215 e-mail ...................store6966@theupstore.com web site .................theupsstorelocal.com/6966 Shipping UPS and US Post Office. All types of printing including wide format, blueprints, canvas wraps. Office services, packing supplies, notary, mailbox services.

sleep Medicine Central Washington Sleep Diagnostic Center.. ...................................................509-689-0100 520 W. Indian Ave., Brewster 98812 fax ..............................................509-689-0596 e-mail .......................info@cwsleepcenter.com web site.....................www.cwsleepcenter.com Medical treatment for all sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea. With board certified physician, Dr. Eric Haeger, the center is open 5 days a week and treats pediatric and adult patients. Accepting physician referrals and self-referrals. North Valley Hospital ...................509-486-2151 126 S. Whitcomb Ave., Tonasket 98855 web site .............................www.nvhospital.org Board certified sleep, internal and pulmonary physician. Certified technician. Diagnostic tests, therapeutic studies. Call 509-486-2151 or talk to your provider. See ad on page 27.

spoRts baR and gRill The Club Sports Bar and Grill.....509-422-4282 125 Pine St., Okanogan 98840 Good food, friendly service, daily specials. Breakfast Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m.-noon. Hours Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to close. Saturday 9 a.m. to close. Sunday 9 a.m.-10 p.m. See ad on page 45.

stone MonuMents Monumental Task..........................509-449-8286 115 S. First, Okanogan 98840 e-mail .................monumentaltask@gmail.com Facebook .............................Monumental Task Text and graphics sandblasted into stone monuments. Commemorating life events. Large selection of stones for gifts, addresses, funeral headstones. See ad on page 36.

take and bake Papa Murphy’s Pizza ....................509-826-0246 705 Omache Ave., Omache Shopping Center, Omak 98841 “Fresh, hot, delicious! When it comes to fresh, seeing is believing.” Take them home or take them camping. See ad on page 18.

theatRe Merc Playhouse ............................509-997-7529 101 South Glover St., Twisp 98856 e-mail ........................info@mercplayhouse.org web site .....................www.mercplayhouse.org Check our website for what’s playing and buy your tickets online or e-mail info@mercplayhouse.org. See ad on page 23.

tiRes Les Schwab Tires .........................509-826-0057 712 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 Brewster .....................................509-689-3215 Oroville .......................................509-476-3902 Grand Coulee.............................509-663-3090 Make Les Schwab your one-stop spot for tires and brakes. We also do alignments and have a complete selection of batteries and wheels. “If we can’t guarantee it, we won’t sell it.” See ad on page 3. Mac’s Tire ......................................509-826-0586 631 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 Locally owned, honest and dependable. Over 40 years experience. Affordable front end auto repair and service. On call service truck. Thrifty Auto & Tires, LLC. ............509-422-4076 123 2nd Ave. N., Okanogan 98840 Passenger, light truck, farm and commercial. Lube and oil change, alignment, shocks, brakes, mufflers, emergency road service truck after hours, 422-6429.

title insuRance Ferry County Professional Services ................. ...................................................509-775-2337 319 E. Delaware Avenue, Republic 99166 fax ..............................................509-775-3293 e-mail ...............................fcpsinc@yahoo.com web site ......................www.ferrycountyps.com Title insurance, escrow closings, notary, contract servicing. Located across the street from the courthouse in Republic. From your first house to your dream home and all the moves in between. See ad on page 38.

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Directories of Businesses and Services vehiCle RentAls Sunrise Chevrolet Buick ..............509-826-1000 726 Okoma Drive, Omak 98841 web site .................................sunrisechevy.net Vacation, business, insurance: cars - all sizes, vans and SUVs. Pick up within 15 mile radius, work with all insurance companies. MondayFriday and Saturday by appointment. See ad on page 2.

veteRinARy CliniC Alpine Veterinary Clinic ...............509-826-5882 741 Riverside Drive, Omak 98841 fax ..............................................509-826-2931 For all your veterinary needs and for your emergency needs. Serving all of Okanogan County and the surrounding area. Denise S. Krytenberg, D.V.M. See ad on page 11. Animal Hospital of Omak.............509-826-5070 132 Columbia St., Omak 98841 web site..................animalhospitalofomak.com Providing both large and small animal medical, dental, surgical services, laser therapy and ultrasound. Come in and visit us. See ad on page 24.

visitoR infoRmAtion Brewster Chamber of Commerce ...................... ...................................................509-593-0771 P.O. 1087, Brewster 98812 web site ....................brewsterwachamber.com Brewster is a vibrant community. Worldrenowned apples and cherries, outstanding fishing and thriving business community. Come enjoy what Brewster has to offer. See ad on pages 46, 47. City of Oroville ..............................509-476-9067 1308 Ironwood, Oroville 98844 web site ..........................www.oroville-wa.com Just south of Canadian Border close to many

great recreation locations. Encouraging new businesses, tourism, classic small town America. See ad on page 13. City of Pateros .............................509-923-2571 113 Lakeshore Drive, Pateros 98846 fax ..............................................509-923-2971 e-mail .....................pateros@swift-stream.com web site................................www.pateros.com Pateros VIC Museum and Gift Shop is located in City Hall. Open year round, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. 509-923-2571. See ad on back cover. Conconully Chamber of Commerce.................. ...................................................509-826-9050 P.O. Box 309, Conconully 98819 web site ..........................www.conconully.com Facebook...........................Town of Conconully Year round playground. Snowmobiles and ATV’s welcome in town. Many special events throughout the year. Family friendly. See ad on pages 48, 49. Omak Visitor Information Center....................... ..................................................509-826-4218 Toll free ...................................1-800-225-6625 We provide you with informaiton on everything to do in Okanogan Country. Located at Omak Eastside Park near Stampede Grounds. See ad on page 43. Pateros Chamber of Commerce ........................ e-mail .................pateroschamber@gmail.com web site ............................pateroschamber.org The Pateros Chamber exists to drive economic growth through leadership, advocacy and promotion that enhances the quality of life in Pateros. See ad on pages 50, 51.

Paid Listings Tonasket Chamber of Commerce...................... ...................................................509-486-7155 215 S. Whitcomb, Tonasket 98855 e-mail...................info@tonasketchamber.com web site ................www.tonasketchamber.com Close to many great recreational areas, boating, fishing, ATV and snowmobile trails, resorts, great shopping and restaurants. See ad on pages 52, 53.

WAteR DAmAge Emergency Remediation Services .................... ...................................................509-826-4176 Insurance restoration, water damage, structural drying, water extraction, full service restoration. See ad on page 17.

WeeD ContRol Loomis Ag Service .......................509-223-3823 Noxious weed control, ground sterilization. including roads, driveways. Servicing Okanogan County.

WineRies Esther Bricques Winery ..............509-476-2861 38 Swanson Mill Road, Oroville 98844 e-mail ....................estherbricques@gmail.com web site ....................www.estherbricques.com Boutique winery, quality wines from their own grapes. Visit winery for the full experience. Special events, private parties. See ad on page 12. Rockwall Cellars ...........................509-826-0201 110 Nichols Rd., Omak 98841 e-mail .................omakwinemaker@gmail.com web site . . . . . . . . . . . . . .rockwallcellars.com Wide selection of wines, complimentary tasting, special events, wine club open Monday-Saturday. See ad on page 25.

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Aging and Adult Care ..................................11, 62 Alpine Veterinary Clinic ...............................11, 63 Anderson’s Grocery ....................................18, 57 Animal Hospital of Omak ............................24, 63 Anna Marie Dalbey, CRS/Coldwell Banker ........... .................................................................20, 61 Apple Springs .............................................26, 54 Armada Corp. .............................................20, 55

B Bergh Funeral Service and Crematory .................. ...........................................................49, 56, 57 Beyer’s Market ............................................35, 57 Bob Raymer’s Machine Works ...................39, 54 Bonaparte Lake Resort ...............................16, 61 Bramer, Gary, DDS ...........................................56 Brewster Chamber of Commerce .........46, 47, 63

C Camaray Motel .................................................59 Carey’s Custom Canvas .............................24, 56 Caribou Trail Apartments ..................................54 Cates and Erb .............................................41, 56 Central Washington Sleep Diagnostic Center ...... 62 Century 21 Trophy ......................................49, 61 Chase Family Dentistry ................................3, 56 City of Oroville ............................................13, 63 City of Pateros ..............................Back cover, 63 Club Sports Bar and Grill ............................45, 62 Columbia Cove RV Park/City of Brewster ............ .................................................................40, 61 Conconully Chamber of Commerce .....48, 49, 63 Conconully Community United Methodist Church . .......................................................................32

Confluence Health Regional Eye Center, Omak ... .......................................................................60 Confluence Health, Brewster ................................ .........................................Inside back cover, 55 Confluence Health, Methow Valley ....................... .........................................Inside back cover, 55 Confluence Health, Omak .................................... .............................Inside back cover, 55, 56, 60 Confluence Health, Oroville .................................. .........................................Inside back cover, 55 Confluence Health, Tonasket ................................ .........................................Inside back cover, 55 Coulee Dam Federal Credit Union .............31, 55 Crandall, Dale L., PLLC ..............................28, 54

D D&D Auto Body, Inc. .....................................7, 54 Delap Orchards ..........................................16, 57 Don Kruse Electric, Inc. ........................47, 57, 58

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Index of Advertisers E Eckankar............................................................33 Economic Alliance .............................................57 Edward Jones .............................................19, 59 Ellisforde Church of the Brethren ......................33 Emergency Remediation ................17, 57, 59, 63 Erlandsen and Associates ..........................37, 62 Esther Bricques Winery ..............................12, 63

F Family Health Centers, Brewster...........30, 55, 56 Family Health Centers, Bridgeport ........30, 55, 56 Family Health Centers, Okanogan ........30, 55, 56 Family Health Centers, Omak .....................30, 55 Family Health Centers, Oroville.............30, 55, 56 Family Health Centers, Tonasket.................30, 55 Family Health Centers, Twisp ................30, 55, 56 Ferry County Professional Services .....38, 57, 62 Fitness Zone......................................................58 Fletcher’s Auto Repair .......................................54 Forbidden Cannabis Club .............................5, 59 Frontier Health and Hospice .........................8, 58

G Gene’s Harvest Foods ............................4, 56, 58 Gibson’s North Fork Lodge................................59 Glenwood Mobile Home Park .......................6, 61 Grillo-Robeck Family Dentistry .........................56

H Hardings Hardware............................................58 Highlands Vineyard Church ...............................33 Holy Rosary Catholic Church ............................32 Hometown Pizza................................................62 Hope Lutheran Church .....................................33 Housing Authority of Okanogan County ............59

I Immaculate Conception Catholic Church ..........32 Inland Hearing Aids, Inc. .............................35, 58 Inspire Nutrition ................................................60 IronStraw Agricultural Housing .........................54

K KFC/Taco Bell ...................................................62

L Lake Chelan Community Hospital and Clinics ...... .................................................................59, 60 Leffel, Otis & Warwick, PS ..........................28, 54 Les Schwab Tire ...........................................3, 62 Loomis Ag Service ......................................60, 63

M Mac’s Tire .........................................................62 Magoo’s Restaurant .........................................62 Mark A. Miller Physical Therapy .................44, 60 Martin’s Mr. Muffler .....................................25, 54 Merc Playhouse ..........................................23, 62 Merlin Ekvall, DDS, MS ..............................51, 60 Mi Pueblo ....................................................42, 62 Mid-Valley Clinic .........................................15, 55 Mid-Valley Hospital .....................................15, 59

Midway/All Valley Insulation, Oroville ................... ...............................................21, 55, 57, 58, 59 Midway/All Valley Insulation, Republic ................. ...............................................21, 55, 57, 58, 59 Midway/All Valley Insulation, Tonasket ................. .........................................21, 55, 57, 58, 59, 61 Miller and Chase .........................................21, 54 Monumental Task .......................................36, 62 Motion Auto Supply .....................................55, 58

N Needlelyn Time ...........................................61, 62 New Hope Chapel ............................................32 New Start Clinics ..............................................54 North Cascades Bank ...................................7, 55 North Cascades Propane ...........................38, 61 North Valley Birthing Center .......................27, 60 North Valley Hospital ................27, 59, 60, 61, 62 Northwestern Trailways ....................................55

O O’Connell Drilling and Supply, LLC ............40, 57 Okanogan Borderlands Historical Society ............ ...................................................................9, 59 Okanogan Church of Christ ..............................33 Okanogan County Historical Museum ........51, 60 Okanogan Land Trust .......................................59 Okanogan Properties.........................................61 Okanogan Valley Alliance Church .....................32 Okanogan Valley Dentistry ...........................8, 56 Okanogan Valley Farmers Market ..............14, 57 Okanogan Valley Orchestra and Chorus .............. .................................................................36, 54 Omak Fit 4 Life ...........................................37, 61 Omak Inn ....................................................14, 59 Omak Orchards in Bloom ...........................37, 61 Omak Performing Arts Center (PAC) ..........36, 54 Omak Pharmacy .........................................39, 60 Omak Seventh Day Adventist Church ...............32 Omak United Methodist Church ........................32 Omak Visitor Information Center ................43, 63 Omak-Okanogan County Chronicle.............54, 60 Optical Outfitters .................Inside back cover, 60 Oroville Dental ............................................26, 57 Oroville Golf Club .........................................6, 57 Oroville Pharmacy ............................................60 Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church ................ .......................................................................33 Our Savior Lutheran Church .............................33

P Papa Murphy’s Pizza ............................18, 60, 62 Pateros Chamber of Commerce ...........50, 51, 63 PC Telecom.us ...........................................56, 59 Pine Meadows Senior Housing ........................54 Precht-Harrison-Nearents Funeral Home and Okanogan County Crematory ...........14, 56, 57 Public Utility District #1 of Okanogan County ....... .........................................Inside front cover, 57

R Regency Omak ...........................................29, 60 Remax Town and Country ..........................56, 61 Remax Welcome Home Omak .....................7, 61 ResCare .....................................................12, 58 Riverside Lighthouse Assembly of God.............33 Robins Egg Bleu .........................................23, 54 Rockwall Cellars .........................................25, 63 Roy’s Pharmacy ...............................................60

S Sage Shop ..................................................45, 59 St. Joseph’s Catholic Church ............................33 Senior Benefits Solutions .................................59 Shannon’s .........................................................62 Skirko Business Services, Inc. .........................54 Smallwood Farms .................................56, 57, 62 St. Anne’s Episcopal Church ............................32 St. Mary’s Mission Catholic Church ..................33 Stampede Motel .........................................10, 59 Stotts Construction .....................................56, 58 Sun Lakes Realty .........................................2, 61 Sunrise Chevrolet Buick ...................2, 54, 55, 63 Sunrise RVs ..................................................5, 61 Support Center .................................................56 Sweet T’s ..........................................................57

T Thomason Justice, PS ......................................54 Three Rivers Hospital .....................42, 55, 59, 60 Thrifty Auto and Tires, LLC ...............................62 Tonasket Chamber of Commerce .........52, 53, 63 Tonasket Community Church ...........................32 Tonasket Natural Foods Co-op ...................34, 58 Trango ........................................................22, 55 24-7 Omak Paving ......................................14, 54 24-7 Property Maintenance ........................10, 61 Twisp Garden Apartments ................................54 Twisp River Suites ......................................23, 59

U Upper Valley Realty ..........................................61 UPS Store .........................................................62

V VIP Insurance, Brewster ...................................59 VIP Insurance, Chelan ......................................59 VIP Insurance, Omak .......................................59 VIP Insurance, Oroville .....................................59 VIP Insurance, Tonasket ...................................59 VIP Insurance, Winthrop ...................................59

W Washington Tractor/NAPA ..........................44, 55 Webster Furniture .......................................54, 57 Welcome Home Villa ........................................54 Wenatchee Valley College at Omak ...........31, 55 Windermere Oroville .........................................61 Windermere Republic .......................................61 Winthrop Auditorium/Winthrop Barn ...........34, 57

X Xtreme Power Sports .................................54, 62

City of Pateros Washington

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