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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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...