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Notice to Jurors: December Juror Summons Envelopes Mailed With Incorrect Address

Due to a printing error by our vendor, juror summons envelopes for December were mailed with the wrong return address.

Douglas County Celebrates Completion of McNeil Canyon Road Realignment Project

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners invites the public to celebrate the completed McNeil Canyon Road Realignment Project.

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners invites the community to celebrate the completion of the McNeil Canyon Road Realignment Project.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Details:

• Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025

• Time: 2:00 p.m.

• Location: McNeil Canyon Road

The event...

Public Hearing Notice 2025-2030 Chelan-Douglas Homeless Housing Strategic Plan

Chelan and Douglas counties invite the public to a hearing on the 2025–2030 Homeless Housing Strategic Plan.

Public Hearing Notice 2025–2030 Chelan-Douglas Homeless Housing Strategic Plan

Chelan County, in partnership with Douglas County, invites the public to participate in a hearing regarding the 2025–2030 Chelan-Douglas Homeless Housing Strategic Plan, a joint ...

Regional Innovation Roundtable: Driving Innovation in North Central Washington

Douglas County Economic Development Director Soo Ing-Moody recently led a panel at the Regional Innovation Roundtable, bringing together leaders to discuss innovation and strengthen the regional economy.

Regional Innovation Roundtable: Driving Innovation in North Central Washington

Douglas County Economic Development Director Soo Ing-Moody recently moderated the Innovation Opportunities Panel at the Regional Innovation Roundtable, a half-day event...

DCSO Press Release 08/13/2025

PRESS RELEASE 8/13/2025

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce its partnership with BlueBridge Alliance to implement a local BlueBridge program aimed at enhancing community outreach efforts.

BlueBridge Alliance is a unique, innovativ...

Congresswoman Schrier Joins Local Leaders for Wenatchi Landing Project Briefing

Last week Congresswoman Kim Schrier met with the Douglas County Board of Commissioners and local agency leaders for a briefing on the Wenatchi Landing project.

Last week Congresswoman Kim Schrier attended a project briefing at the Douglas County Public Services Building to discuss the Wenatchi Landing development.

Wenatchi Landing is a planned 317-acre mixed-use community on the east bank of the Columbia River, j...

Press Release: Douglas County Case #25D03508

Original Press Release 07-27-2025

On 7/27/2025 at approximately 10:21 PM, Douglas County Deputies were dispatched to a report of a possible shooting involving two vehicles. When deputies arrived at the scene they found the vehicles involved were gone. Depu...

Orondo School Trailer

The Orondo School Recycling Trailer is going to be temporarily removed until construction is completed at the school. Our Baker Flats trailer will be accessible during this time.

We are sorry for any inconvenience this causes.

Restoring a Landmark: Douglas County Courthouse Undergoes Major Exterior Rehabilitation

Thanks to a grant from Washington State’s Historic County Courthouse Rehabilitation Program, the building has received essential exterior restoration to preserve it for future generations.

Standing tall in the heart of Waterville since 1908, the Douglas County Historic Courthouse has long been a symbol of local government and civic pride. Now, thanks to a major grant through Washington State’s Historic County Courthouse Rehabilitat...

Douglas County Commissioners Celebrate Completion of Upper Pearl Hill Bridge Replacement Project

On May 27th, 2025, the Douglas County Board of Commissioners and staff, community members, and project partners gathered to celebrate the completion of a vital bridge replacement project of the Upper Pearl Hill Bridge following devastating damage caused b...

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Senator Murray Visits Wenatchi Landing to Discuss Federal Support for Regional Development

U.S. Senator Patty Murray visited the Wenatchi Landing site on Wednesday, May 28th, 2025, to discuss how federal investment can support the area's development.

U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, visited the Wenatchi Landing site on Wednesday, May 28th, to receive an update on the project and discuss how federal investment can support the area’s development.

Nestle...

Bring Your Own Cup (BYOC)

Reduce waste and save money by remembering your reusable cup.  Each year, 50 billion single-use coffee cups go to waste!  To help (and maybe win some free drinks), commit to bringing your own cup to a participating shop.  Click ...

Comprehensive Plan Update-We want to hear from you!

The Comprehensive Plan is the 20-year vision for how unincorporated Douglas County will grow through 2046.

Douglas County updates its comprehensive plan every 10 years.  Douglas County is seeking input from our community on what's important to you. This survey is for everyone who lives, works, or plays in Douglas County. Public participation ...

Press Release Sheriff Morris 5/2/25

Press Release 5/2/2025

It is with contrition and sincerity that I want to address the event that occurred while on personal time and property in October of 2024 as I believe the public has a right to hear directly from their elected Sheriff. &...

Press Release: Douglas County Case #25D01195

Original Press Release 03-24-2025

On 03/24/25 at approximately 2:42 PM, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a disturbance on Orondo Spur Road in Orondo, WA. It was reported that a man, later identified as 39-year-old James Scott...

Comprehensive Plan Update

Learn more about the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update.

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Department of Commerce Presents at Regional Council Meeting

On April 22, representatives from the Washington Department of Commerce attended the Douglas County Regional Council Meeting and presented information about the upcoming Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update to the Douglas County Board of County Commissioner...

Outreach at the Douglas County Fair

Several members of the Douglas County Land Services Department participated in the NCW Fair in August 2024 to share preliminary information about the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update with the public. 

Douglas County Solid Waste Now Accepting Household Appliances for Recycling

Douglas County Solid Waste is now accepting household appliances for recycling at all county recycling centers. A small fee applies.

Accepted Household Appliances (Freon-Free): 

• Microwaves
• Hot water heaters
• Stoves
• Dishwashers
• Grills
• Washers & Dryers...

Press Release: Douglas County Case # 24D04150

Press Release Update: 9-18-24

On 9-15-24, Ruben Garcia-Ramirez turned himself into Wenatchee PD. Ruben was arrested on the warrant issued out of Douglas County. Ruben Garcia-Ramirez was booked into CCRJC.

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Original Press Release

On 8-11-24 at approximately...

Scam Alert: Phone Calls Impersonating DCSO Deputies

Recently we have received calls from victims wanting to report phone calls they have received from subjects claiming to be Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Deputies. These calls were an attempt to solicit money for payment of fines incurred for “failure to...

New Emergency Alert System in Douglas County

Beginning April 1, 2024, Douglas County will switch to a new emergency alert system called Everbridge. The system is intended to be used for emergency alerts, such as evacuations, as well as potential safety hazards, such as boil water orders.

Everbridge i...

Sign Up for Emergency Alerts

As of April 1, 2024, Douglas County Emergency Management now uses Everbridge Emergency Alert System to notify the public of emergency situations, such as evacuations, as well as potential safety hazards, such as boil water orders. Sign up for the Douglas ...

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Douglas County Moderate Risk Waste Facility Coming in 2025

Residents in Douglas County will soon be able to dispose of household hazardous waste at a new moderate risk waste facility slated to open in 2025.

Residents in Douglas County will soon be able to dispose of household hazardous waste at a new moderate risk waste facility slated to open in 2025.

The facility is the first of its kind in Douglas County and will be located outside of East Wenatchee near t...

DCSO Press Release 24D00526

Posted February 20, 2024: Case number 24D00526

On February 19th, 2024 at approximately 12:04 PM, Douglas County Detectives were assisted by East Cascade SWAT, Chelan County Sheriff’s Office and Washington State Patrol personnel to contact and arrest a male...

Beacon of Possibility: Douglas County Veterans Program Assists Veterans and Families

Grateful to be able to help! That’s how Sarahbeth “Sarah” Simonson describes her work with the Douglas County Veterans Assistance Program. As a former Air Force Staff Sergeant E-5, her mission now is to connect local Veterans who have honorably served the...

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