Environment
Study: West Should Look to Southeast’s Prescribed Burn Model
Over the past decade, Southeastern states used more than twice the amount of prescribed burns as the rest of the country. Eric Tegethoff reports during that same period, they also saw fewer acres burned due to wildfires.
Read MoreChelan Watershed Okay As Drought Worsens For Okanogan, Yakima
Last month, the state expanded the drought emergency that was declared in April and now includes a total of 27 watersheds, including Wenatchee, Entiat and Chelan. But while some watersheds like the Okanogan and Upper Yakima are already feeling the pinch, KOHO’s Chelan Correspondent Jeff Conwell reports the Chelan watershed is fairing okay.
Read MoreStreetlight Upgrades In Cashmere Uncover Old Wiring, Grounding
The City of Cashmere recently replaced it streetlights with LED lighting. Little did they suspect that the act of switching out old light bulbs would cause a whole new set of problems. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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U.S. Forest Service: How To Balance Bighorn Sheep, Domestic Grazing Needs
The U.S. Forest Service is seeking to balance Bighorn Sheep with domestic grazing needs. The federal agency is taking public comment on an environmental analysis at the same time, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Community Input Sought For Entiat Valley Sustainable Recreation Strategy
Both locals and visitors enjoy recreating in the Entiat Valley. Now the U.S. Forest Service wants input on your recreation needs in the Entiat to develop a sustainable recreation plan. Marcus Bellissimo has the details.
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Non-Profit Icicle Fund Celebrating 20 Years Of Helping Other Non-Profits
Supporting the environment, the arts and local history in North Central Washington is the mission of the Icicle Fund. And the non-profit is celebrating two decades of that work. They hosted a soirée at Snow Owl Theater in Leavenworth last night, with supporters and partners from throughout the region. KOHO’s Dan Langager was there and…
Read MoreState Ecology Dept. Approves Updated Chelan County Shoreline Plan
The Shoreline Master Program for Chelan County started back in the mid-1970’s, but was last updated in 1997. So 22 years later, the plan gets a much-needed update, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Cougar Attacks Remain Rare, Despite Recent Leavenworth Incident
A small boy had an encounter with a cougar in Leavenworth last weekend and thankfully, the boy only suffered minor injuries. But it sheds light on the fact that contact between humans and cougars in Washington state is actually pretty rare, about 20 recorded cases in total. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
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Garden Guru – Quails, Slugs, Greens
Scott Parsons is your Garden Guru and joins us every Tuesday during the growing season to help us green our thumbs. In Episode 12, Parsons talks about a break from 90-degree highs, greens and broccoli growing strong and keeping birds and slugs away from their favorite garden munchables. We’re always looking for your ideas and…
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Child Attacked By Cougar At Leavenworth’s Enchantment Park
Boy Escaped Injury, Cougar Later Killed – A cougar tried to attack a child in Leavenworth Saturday night and was then killed by Fish & Wildlife agents the next morning. Washington State Patrol and Chelan County Sheriff’s officials responded to Enchantment Park around dusk on Saturday after reports of a cougar prowling the area. The…
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With Douglas-Fir Tussock Moth Outbreak Looming, Aerial Treatment Starts This Month
The U.S. Forest Service is preparing to wage war against the Tussock Moth. A moth, whose last outbreak in the state, defoliated tens of thousands of acres. Marcus Bellissimo reports on treatments starting this month.
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