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    Douglas County Awarded $75,000 CERB Planning Grant to Support First-Ever Economic Development Plan

    Douglas County has been awarded a $75,000 CERB planning grant to develop its first-ever Economic Development Plan, a five-year roadmap that will help guide economic growth, support local businesses, and strengthen long-term opportunities for residents. Read on...
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    Douglas County Moderate Risk Waste Facility Now Open

    Douglas County has officially opened its new Moderate Risk Waste Facility (MRWF), providing residents with a safe, convenient way to dispose of moderate risk household waste. Read on...
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    Scam Alert: Fraudulent Calls Claiming to Be from Douglas County Sheriff's Office

    The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has received several reports of scam calls targeting local residents. Read on...
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    Douglas County is Updating its Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

    Public input is being sought as Douglas County updates its Hazard Mitigation Plan to better prepare for wildfire, drought, flooding, and other natural hazards. Read on...
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    2026 Homeless Point-in-Time Count Shows Decrease in Unsheltered Individuals

    Results from the 2026 Homeless Point-in-Time Count, conducted January 29 in Chelan and Douglas counties, are now available. Read on...
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    Douglas County Begins Countywide Agricultural Land Analysis

    Douglas County is beginning a Countywide Agricultural Land Analysis to evaluate agricultural resource lands across the county. Read on...
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    Douglas County Now Accepting Applications for Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

    Now accepting applications for Douglas County’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. Read on...
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    Ribbon Cutting Marks Completion of McNeil Canyon Road Realignment

    Douglas County officials, staff, and community members gathered to celebrate the completion of the McNeil Canyon Road Realignment Project. Read on...
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    Regional Innovation Roundtable: Driving Innovation in North Central Washington

    Douglas County Economic Development Director Soo Ing-Moody recently led a panel at the Regional Innovation Roundtable, bringing together leaders to discuss innovation and strengthen the regional economy. Read on...
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    Restoring a Landmark: Douglas County Courthouse Undergoes Major Exterior Rehabilitation

    Thanks to a grant from Washington State’s Historic County Courthouse Rehabilitation Program, the building has received essential exterior restoration to preserve it for future generations. Read on...
  11. 19TH STREET TRAILHEAD RESTROOMS CLOSED (1)

    19th Street Trailhead Restrooms Closed for Winter

    Restrooms at the 19th Street Trailhead Closed for Winter Read on...
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    Douglas County Commissioners Celebrate Completion of Upper Pearl Hill Bridge Replacement Project

    The Upper Pearl Hill Bridge is officially open following the successful completion of a major replacement project. Read on...
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    Senator Murray Visits Wenatchi Landing to Discuss Federal Support for Regional Development

    U.S. Senator Patty Murray visited the Wenatchi Landing site on Wednesday, May 28th, 2025, to discuss how federal investment can support the area's development. Read on...
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    Comprehensive Plan Update-We want to hear from you!

    The Comprehensive Plan is the 20-year vision for how unincorporated Douglas County will grow through 2046. Read on...
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    Douglas County Solid Waste Now Accepting Household Appliances for Recycling

    Douglas County Solid Waste is now accepting household appliances for recycling at all county recycling centers. Read on...
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    New Emergency Alert System in Douglas County

    The public is encouraged to sign up for Everbridge to receive emergency alerts and potential safety hazard notifications. Read on...
  17. Photo of Sarah in the Veteran Services Office

    Beacon of Possibility: Douglas County Veterans Program Assists Veterans and Families

    Sarah Simonson's mission is to connect local Veterans who have honorably served their country with resources through the Veteran Services Office. Read on...
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  1. Waterville Courthouse
    203 S Rainier Street 
    Waterville, WA 98858

    Douglas County Public Services Building
    140 19th Street NW
    East Wenatchee, WA 98802

    Mailing Address
    140 19th Street NW
    East Wenatchee, WA 98802  

  1. Main Line: 509-884-7173 
    Sheriff: 509-884-0941 (Non-Emergency)
    Superior Court: 509-745-9063
    District Court: 509-884-3536

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