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Raise a glass and raise awareness of the benefits of public art. That’s the message behind Fortuity Cellars and Nuwave Gallery’s community-driven evening in support of Ellensburg Downtown Association’s mural efforts. The event will take place during March’s First Friday Art Walk, from 5 to 8 p.m. March 6. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Sixth Avenue between Main and Water streets was closed to traffic Tuesday as the massive HVAC unit on top of the Kittitas County Public Safety B

A guitar ensemble takes place tonight at 7 p.m. at Make Music Ellensburg. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS With concerns over the city’s low balance in its general fund, the Cle Elum City Council has agreed to borrow up to $300,000 from the city’s sewer fund. City officials said the general fund was in “temporary need of cash” and needed the internal loan so it can continue to pay for essential services. Ben Kokjer has announced his candidacy for Kittitas County sheriff. Kokjer h

The Silver Fir Acoustic Series continues tonight with Tyler McGuinness at 6 p.m. at the Silver Fir Bar. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Advantage Dirt will be reducing traffic to a single lane on Umptanum Road and Anderson Road starting March 2nd for installation of utilities and frontage improvements as part of the WinCo Distribution Center Project. For questions, contact Advantage Dirt at (509) 933-4232. The Kittitas County Railroad History Association is stopping at Easton Hi

Mike Block and the Silk Road play at 11:00 AM (America/at the McIntyre Music Hall. Mike Block is a Grammy Award-Winning multi-style cello player, composer, singer, and educator, with a passion for cross-cultural collaborations. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Single-lane closures on Interstate 90 are planned on the Vantage Bridge next week, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation. The closures are needed as crews make bridge deck repairs in preparation f

The Ryan W. Kelly Solo Exhibition Opening Reception and Art Talk takes place tonight at 4:00 PM at the Sarah Spurgeon Gallery. Ryan W. Kelly’s studio practice ranges from ceramic object-based installations to performance and video. He draws inspiration from American mythology, historical inaccuracies, and the curious storytelling that finds its way into our material culture and decorative arts. NEWS Kittitas School District was still on the edge of defeat following a count of

The city of Ellensburg has announced that the Rotary Park off-leash dog park will be closed for maintenance on Feb. 19-20. Work that is planned includes minor fence repair, changing out surfacing, and leveling out some of the low spots in the park. Both sides of the park will be closed, according to city staff. NEWS The city of Ellensburg has announced that the Rotary Park off-leash dog park will be closed for maintenance on Feb. 19-20. Work that is planned includes minor

Speakers Bureau: A.I., Civil Rights, and the Fight for a Just Future takes place tonight at 7:00 PM at Humanities Washington. Register at humanities.org . LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Ava LaValley has been crowned Miss Washington Rodeo Queen for 2026. LaValley was given the tiara at her coronation in Hotel Windrow on Feb. 7. She was originally announced as queen late October. Voters were approving the Easton School District’s expiring property tax levy for educational progr

The Indoor Ironman Triathlon takes place at 9:00 AM today at the Kittitas Valley Memorial Pool LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Kittitas County commissioners approved a contract this week with W-W Manufacturing for the Oklahoma-based company to provide the rodeo’s timed event pens. City facilities are closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents' Day. City facilities will reopen on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, F

Teanaway Country Store is opening a second location in the anticipated Suncadia Social development that is set to be done this summer. The second location, Forage Home & Gift, is “designed as a complimentary yet distinct extension of the original Teanaway Country Store,” said Suncadia officials. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Ellensburg has inked a new contract with the Yakima Humane Society for the organization to keep running the city’s animal shelter. The Ellensburg City Cou

The City of Ellensburg is excited to announce that enrollment for the 2026 Ellensburg Academy is open. Class is in session from 6-9 p.m. March 11 & March 18, 2026 at Hal Holmes Community Center, 209 N. Ruby St., Ellensburg. Enroll at: http://ellensburgwa.gov/academy . LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Central Washington University will host Jennifer King, the first full-time Black female assistant coach in the NFL, at an upcoming program as part of Black History Month. King made

A Watercolor Pet Portrait Workshop happens today at 5:30 PM at the NuWave Gallery. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Kittitas County will turn to Ellensburg for help as the county looks to bridge a potential shortfall in funding for the rodeo grandstands project at the Kittitas Valley Event Center. County officials met Monday to get an update on the financial status of the renovations to the Ellensburg Rodeo Arena. Due to multiple changes on the grandstand replacement project, sta

Print and Sip Class with Christina happens tonight at 6:00 PM with the Iron Horse Tap Room LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS The Kittitas County Conservation District is seeking candidates who want to serve on the district’s Board of Supervisors. One elected position and one appointed position expires in 2026. Individuals who are interested in the elected position must submit a Candidate Information Form to the district office by Tuesday, Feb. 3. The Ellensburg City Council appro

Kittitas County Public Works reminds drivers to slow down on rural roads, especially early mornings and after sunset, when black ice can form quickly in shaded areas. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Emergency responders from King and Kittitas counties rescued a woman and her dog who fell through the ice at Gold Creek Pond at Snoqualmie Pass late last week. “We believe she got into this incident because her dog went on the ice and she went after it,” said Christopher Whitsett, an

The CWU Department of Music will welcome a special guest to the Ellensburg campus today, when Grammy-nominated producer Sergei Kvitko delivers a lecture and recital in the McIntyre Music Building Recital Hall. At 2 p.m., the world-renowned pianist will speak to members of the CWU community about his musical production career. Then at 6 p.m., Kvitko will present a free piano recital titled “Exit Music (for the End of Time) NEWS The new Bullfrog Road overpass above westbound In

The Ferrous Opening Reception and Curator's Talk takes place today at 4:00 PM at the Sarah Spurgeon Gallery. Ferrous is a group exhibit of fifteen innovative contemporary artists from across the U.S. who transform iron into sculptural works of art. The exhibit will continue through February 7th. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS The Cle Elum City Council is poised this week to end its six-month ban on kratom, a controversial herbal supplement. The city council was expected to pas

Blizzard Bash Bingo happens tonight at 6 p.m. at the Dry Bru Cle Elum Taproom. What is a Blizzard Bash? Whatever this means to you — do you have an awesome snowman getup, a sparkly, snowy-looking shirt, or something else? Get creative! Prizes for: Bingo Winner(s), and Best Costume LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Ellensburg Councilmember Rich Elliott will continue to serve as mayor. The Ellensburg City Council voted unanimously to keep Elliott as mayor during its meeting Monday.

Roslyn officials are warning residents of potential contamination of their tap water after a break in the city’s water main late Thursday night. Officials said the city’s water system may have been contaminated because of a loss of pressure in the water system. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Here’s the news provided by Ellensburg Community Radio for Ellensburg and the wind-swept shrub steppe of Central Washington for Tuesday, January 6th Kittitas Valley Fire & Rescue Chief DJ G

Karaoke with DJ Forrest Gump happens tonight at 9:00 PM at The Brick Saloon up in Roslyn. LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Highway 10 near Thorp will stay closed indefinitely following the rockslide that hit the roadway last week, the Washington State Department of Transportation announced Tuesday. The highway was closed between Milepost 97 and Milepost 99 after falling rocks covered the roadway on Dec. 26. Commissioners for Kittitas Valley Fire and Rescue have started contract

KEEN Winter camp continues today at 8:45 a.m. at Helen McCabe Park. When school’s out but parents are still working, KEEN has you covered! Join us for Winter Camp, a two-session winter adventure filled with outdoor fun, science, and cozy camp vibes. Kids will explore the Yakima Canyon in its quiet winter beauty—tracking animal footprints, learning how wildlife adapts to the cold, building snow shelters (weather permitting), and warming up with hot cocoa around the campfire. L

Santas Ski Free today @ Snoqualmie Summit West, first 75 people who preregister online and dress in full Santa attire ski for free. Sign up at: https://www.summitatsnoqualmie.com/events/santa-skis-free 10AM-11:30AM LISTEN TO THE NEWS HERE NEWS Attorneys on both sides of the city of Cle Elum’s bankruptcy case have asked for the extension of key deadlines in the proceedings. Under the new deadlines, those who want to challenge the city’s eligibility for a Chapter 9 bankrupt