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