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  Wenatchee, Washington - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Wenatchee is nestled in the eastern foothills of the majestic Cascade Mountain range at the confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia rivers.
Wenatchee was officially incorporated as a city on January 7, 1893.
Wenatchee made international headlines in 1994 and 1995 when police and state social workers undertook what was then called the nation's most extensive child sex-abuse investigation.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Wenatchee   (1126 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Wenatchee, United States (U.S. Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
It is a resort and a commercial center in a fertile fruit-growing valley famous for its apples.
Wenatchee's major industries are food processing and the production of aluminum.
In the city are Wenatchee Valley College, a horticulture experiment station, and a museum containing Native American artifacts.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/W/Wenatche.html   (170 words)

  
 Wenatchee Valley Information & Links
Nestled on the shores of the mighty Columbia River, the Wenatchee Valley, with its relaxed lifestyles and all-season range of activities, is quickly becoming a most desirable place to live, work, and play.
Wenatchee is a leader in the fruit industry and produces thousands of boxes of fruit each year, which are marketed nationally and internationally.
Wenatchee is just 15 minutes from Mission Ridge, a skiing area of more than 2,500 acres, with gentle runs and steep inclines, ranging from 4,600 to 6,700 feet.
home.wsd.wednet.edu /WSD/general/wenatchee.htm   (262 words)

  
 Victims of the Fury - The New American - August 11, 2003   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Wenatchee, Washington, a quiet, orchard-strewn community of 28,000, is by all appearances unexceptional.
A few months later, Harold and Idella Everett, the poor, mentally handicapped couple whose daughters were at the center of the scandal, won back parental rights to four of their five children (the fifth, 19 at the time, had been adopted by a Wisconsin family).
Lurid and tragic as the Wenatchee case was, it differed only in degree from many similar episodes that erupted across the country between 1983 and 1998.
www.thenewamerican.com /tna/2003/08-11-2003/vo19no16_victims.htm   (1615 words)

  
 City of Wenatchee fined $621,461   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Wenatchee's lawyers produced a personnel file for the trials but failed to disclose Perez's medical records as well as results of a pre-employment polygraph test that were in a separate medical file and a Labor and Industry file.
The Wenatchee child-sex-ring investigations captured international attention in 1994-95 after 43 adults were arrested on 29,726 charges of child-sex abuse involving 60 children.
The Wenatchee investigations were the focus of a special report by the Seattle Post-Intelligencer in February 1998 called "The Power to Harm." The series documented overzealous actions by Perez and social workers as well as civil rights violations by judges, prosecutors and public defenders.
seattlepi.nwsource.com /local/103100_wenatchee07.shtml   (987 words)

  
 11/05/02 - Prosecutorial Abuse: The Wenatchee Witch Hunt Unravels Further
However, civil cases have found the city of Wenatchee and Douglas County negligent in the child sex abuse cases, and multi-million dollar judgments have been awarded.
Judge Donohue ruled that Wenatchee’s defense lawyers had withheld documents and “blindsided and misled the plaintiffs” and the court itself.
The Wenatchee witch hunt gained its opportunity from a liberal mantra that 3 out of 4 children are subjected to sex abuse by a parent, close relative or child care provider.
www.vdare.com /roberts/wenatchee.htm   (956 words)

  
 Wenatchee, Washington (Cities)
Despite its rich volcanic soil, the Wenatchee Valley was too arid for farming until the Highline Canal was built in 1903.
Once irrigated, the land was planted with apple trees, and Wenatchee emerged as one of the world's largest producers of the fruit.
Wenatchee is the county seat of Chelan County.
www.ohwy.com /wa/w/wenatche.htm   (121 words)

  
 The Wenatchee "Sex Rings": An Overview   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
"Wenatchee may be the worst example ever of mental health services being abused by a state, its social workers and hired therapists, to control and manage children who have been frightened and coerced into falsely accusing their parents and neighbors of the most heinous of crimes.
Now, an independent attorney, who spent a year in Wenatchee, pieces together the story of one of the most blatant cases of misuse of power and miscarried justice since the McCarthy witch-hunts.
The sex ring hoax at Wenatchee, WA may well be the last in the series..
www.religioustolerance.org /wenatche.htm   (588 words)

  
 Wenatchee on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Wenatchee's industries produce processed foods, plastics, consumer goods, sportswear, and conveyors.
Wenatchee, Wash., Apple Industry Holds Festival despite Decline.
Rainier cherries are measured by a sizing card as they picked in Wenatchee, Washington.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/W/Wenatche.asp   (550 words)

  
 Lake Wenatchee State Park (page 1 of 2)
Lake Wenatchee State Park is a 489-acre camping park with 12,623 feet of waterfront on glacier-fed Lake Wenatchee and the Wenatchee River.
The park is bisected by the Wenatchee River, creating two distinct areas -- South Park, with areas for camping, swimming and horseback riding; and North Park, in a less developed, forested section, a quarter-mile walk from the lake.
Lake Wenatchee is in a transition zone between wet, western Washington woodlands and the drier pine and fir of the eastern Cascades.
www.parks.wa.gov /parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Lake+Wenatchee&pageno=1   (633 words)

  
 Attractions and Activities in the Wenatchee Valley
The beautiful confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia Rivers forms the Wenatchee Valley, a unique and diverse region that has captivated the hearts and imaginations of many.
A skier and snowboarder paradise, the Ridge is in the heart of the Wenatchee Valley.
The Wenatchee Area is surrounded by acres and acres of beautifully maintained parks.
www.wenatchee.org /attractions.htm   (1071 words)

  
 American Whitewater - River Reach #2267
Wenatchee at Peshastin (also available through the NOAA hotline 206-526-8530).
As the winter wears on, west-side boaters dream of the big Wenatchee play waves, sunny eastern Washington skies, and lounging on the grass at the Cashmere takeout.
rapid is typical of those on the Wenatchee with a big wave train and a big hole--on this rapid it forms right of center and is known as Satan's Eyeball.
www.americanwhitewater.org /rivers/id/2267   (1792 words)

  
 The Seattle Times: Local News: Fire strikes Wenatchee fiber plant
WENATCHEE — For the second time this year, fire broke out at Keyes Fibre Corp. amid huge stacks of paper fruit-packing trays.
The fire, which was reported this morning, closed Highway 97A, damaged power poles and blanketed Wenatchee with a smoky haze.
He said the newly formed trays are heated to 600 degrees and then gradually cooled before being taken to the yard to await shipping.
seattletimes.nwsource.com /html/localnews/2002421077_webplant04.html   (256 words)

  
 Community Leadership Wenatchee Valley
The mission of Community Leadership Wenatchee Valley is to build effective communities by educating and motivating a diverse group of leaders to build and strengthen their service to the community
Community Leadership Wenatchee Valley provides the opportunity for participants to broaden their knowledge of the community and enhance their leadership skills.
"The mission of the Wenatchee Valley Chamber of Commerce is to strengthen the economic climate of the Wenatchee Valley.
www.wenatchee.org /leadershipwv.htm   (583 words)

  
 Wenatchee River
The Wenatchee River is Washington state's most popular Class III whitewater fun.
Osprey and their nests are frequently seen, as well as many other wildlife species and birds on this quiet stretch of river.
The Wenatchee River flows from the Glacier Peak area into Washington's sunny apple capital, Wenatchee.
www.alpineadventures.com /wenatchee.html   (757 words)

  
 Wenatchee, WA alleged Witchhunts
Concerned Citizens for Legal Accountability of Wenatchee, Washington.
View or download The Wenatchee Report by Kathryn Lyon as plain text (309K) or MS-Word document (370K) or ZIP compressed (plain text) file (109K) or ZIP compressed MS-Word document (136K, FTP)
View or download The Wenatchee Report Update by Kathryn Lyon as plain text (100K) or MS-Word document (120K) or ZIP compressed (plain text) file (37K) or ZIP compressed MS-Word document (46K, FTP)
www.ags.uci.edu /~dehill/witchhunt/cases/wenatchee1.htm   (244 words)

  
 Wings of Wenatchee   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Since 1993, Wings of Wenatchee has helped hundreds of people realize their dreams of flight.
Wings of Wenatchee is located in the beautiful Wenatchee Valley set against the backdrop of the rugged Cascade mountains.
Wings of Wenatchee is an FAA certified charter operator able to fly you anywhere in the western United States and Canada.
www.wowgofly.com   (153 words)

  
 Welcome to the Wenatchee Downtown Association
The WDA has been in existence since 1967, and operating at the Partner Level of the Washington State Downtown Revitalization Program since 1992.
Using the "Main Street Approach," through the National Main Street Center in Washington, D.C., the WDA has followed a process of revitalization that includes work in four areas: Design, Organization, Promotion, and Economic Development.
Since the WDA's implementation of the "Main Street Approach," Downtown Wenatchee has seen 291 businesses start or relocate into downtown bringing with them 942 jobs.
www.wendowntown.org   (230 words)

  
 Wenatchee Valley Humane Society, Wenatchee, WA 98801
Moose is a Wenatchee Valley Humane Society Alum and recent graduate of the Washington State Patrol explosive detection team training.
The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society has cared for over 160,000 orphaned animals in an effort to improve their quality of life.
The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society would like to thank the Community for their support and help in making our Valley a better place!
www.wenatcheehumane.org   (368 words)

  
 Welcome To Skillsource   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Wenatchee, WA Today's jobs require stronger basic skills and higher level job skills than ever before.
At Learning Centers in Wenatchee, Moses Lake, Othello and Brewster, SkillSource teaches workplace basics in cooperation with school districts, community colleges and employers.
Read the success stories of some of our training graduates and see for yourself how education and training has changed their lives.
www.skillsource.org   (103 words)

  
 Wenatchee Paddle and Canoe Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Row and Paddle Club is dedicated to promoting human powered water sports in the Wenatchee Valley.
The Club, consisting of 180 members, provides private storage for club members at our boathouse located at the foot of 5th Street in Wenatchee, Washington.
In addition, 12 club boats are available for use by any club member.
www.wenatcheepaddle.com   (65 words)

  
 Wenatchee, Washington Detailed Profile - travel and real estate info, jobs, hotels, hospitals, weather, schools, crime, ...
Wenatchee, Washington Detailed Profile - travel and real estate info, jobs, hotels, hospitals, weather, schools, crime,...
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Wenatchee, Washington business data: stores, dealers, real estate agents, wholesalers, restaurants...
www.city-data.com /city/Wenatchee-Washington.html   (1162 words)

  
 Welcome to Beautiful Wenatchee Valley, Washington
Whether you are planning a family vacation, a quick weekend getaway or are visiting for business, the Wenatchee Valley has an adventure for you.
And since the Wenatchee Valley is the Apple Capital of the World, and a center for growing pears, peaches, apricots and cherries, a farm-fresh adventure awaits you.
WVCVB 25 N. Wenatchee Ave., Suite C111 · Wenatchee, WA 98801 · 800-572-7753 · info@wenatcheevalley.org
www.wenatcheevalley.org   (506 words)

  
 South Park - Lake Wenatchee State Park Cross Country Ski Trail
Trail Description: This is a beautiful trail as it skirts the banks of Lake Wenatchee and wanders into the dense lakeside forest.
There is also a wonderful sled hill at the parking area for those with toddlers that get bored of skiing.
Backcountry travel is inherently hazardous; please check with the local ranger district for current information (Leavenworth 509-548-6977, Lake Wenatchee 509-763-3103).
www.leavenworth.org /trails/xski/slakew.html   (197 words)

  
 Confluence Technology Center - Wenatchee, WA | lease office space, video conferencing, meeting space
Leasable space in Wenatchee Washington ideal for technology companies ready to embrace the future.
Secure racks and routers sitting next to a regional fiber-optic NOC ready to back you up in any situation.
All the above, situated in the majesty that is Wenatchee
www.ncwctc.com   (84 words)

  
 Rimrock Inn Bed and Breakfast, Wenatchee Washington
Named for the rocks that rim the top of Pitcher Canyon, Rimrock Inn is located three miles south of Wenatchee, between Wenatchee and Mission Ridge ski area.
There is a lot to do in the greater Wenatchee area, downhill skiing at mission ridge, hiking, biking and river rafting, a walk through Ohme Gardens, tour Rocky Reach Dam, local wineries, orchards and much more.
For a week each May, Wenatchee celebrates its heritage in the fruit industry with the Washington State Apple Blossom Festival.
www.rimrockinn.com   (400 words)

  
 GORP - Wenatchee National Forest - Homepage
The Wenatchee, situated in the heart of Washington state, is the Pacific Northwest at its most raw.
Rock and ice climbers from all over the country test their mettle on the granite walls and volcanic basalt formations that dominate the Wenatchee.
Its shrub-steppe habitat bridges the lush ecosystem of Puget Sound with the rugged high desert of eastern Washington state.
gorp.away.com /gorp/resource/us_national_forest/wa_wenat.htm   (414 words)

  
 Apple Capital Bicylcing Club, Wenatchee, WA
If you're looking for a recreational, non-racing bike club in the Wenatchee Valley, you've come to the right place.
ACBC is a friendly group of bicycle enthusiasts who range from beginners to veterans of many years and many miles.
If you're new to cycling (or not), if you've just moved to the greater Wenatchee area and want to explore the area on two wheels, or if you've lived here all your life, we have something for everyone.
www.bikeacbc.com   (169 words)

  
 Apple Country Inn Bed & Breakfast - Wenatchee, Washington
The house we now call APPLE COUNTRY BED and BREAKFAST was one of the first homes built in the "Okanogan Heights" addition in Wenatchee.
At the time of construction, the home was on the highest point in the city of Wenatchee.
We would like to express our gratitude to the family of Theresa Calhoun who lived in the home from 1961 until 1972, where she raised seven children, and provided us with much of the history of this grand old house.
www.applecountryinn.com   (516 words)

  
 NCESD - Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Administrators in the North Central ESD region were presented with a rare opportunity at the August 11-12 Administrative Planning Conference held at the West Coast Wenatchee Center.
This year the “Teachers Make a Difference” scholarship fund was increased so that three deserving students could be assisted as they begin their college careers.
Pamela Alvarado from Eastmont School District; Nicole Benoit from Wenatchee High School; and Adeline Estes from Liberty Bell High School in the Methow Valley School District were chosen as Teachers Make a Difference scholarship winners for 2005.
www.ncesd.org   (630 words)

  
 Wenatchee AppleSox Website
The Wenatchee AppleSox Baseball Club is part of the West Coast Collegiate Baseball League, the premier wood-bat summer collegiate league in the country.
The AppleSox provide inexpensive family entertainment for baseball fans throughout North Central Washington, and an excellent environment for college players from around the country to develop their skills.
You'll be creating new family memories when you include the AppleSox as part of your summer activities in Wenatchee.
www.applesox.com   (99 words)

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