Twisp News

The issue over whether the Okanogan County PUD can condemn state land to make way for a Methow Valley transmission line can now move forward in state Court of Appeals following a state Supreme Court decision on Tuesday.

Many things have changed at the Antlers Saloon & Cafe in the 40 years that the Hottell Ragtime Jazz Band has been playing tunes there, not least of them the piano on which Bill Hottell has performed upbeat arrangements of popular tunes from the early 20th century.

Since its founding in 1907 Carlton has had its share of ups and downs. Still, the past few years marked a clear ebb in the fortunes of the small community.

The Okanogan County Sheriff's office is seeking information on the whereabouts of Kyle A. Snyder, 20, Oroville.

It's cold in the Methow Valley, this time of year, with highs of 25 to 30 degrees and lows of 9 to 20 degrees.