Greetings Fellow Creatures of Earth! I'm Chris Hansen, your host for the KPQ Morning Update and Jack-of-all-radio-trades at Townsquare Media in Wenatchee, Washington. I'm a broadcast media veteran who thoroughly enjoys his work and strives to make a positive impact on the world every time I take to the airwaves. In my spare time, I like to write, draw and podcast. I also love immersing myself in philosophical thought to mixtapes of cheesy rock music on long drives to nowhere in particular - I'm a silent marauder of the long and endless highway! I am also fond of animals and stargazing, and I love chasing thunderstorms when the opportunity presents. And I still collect CDs and vinyl records, as well as clever talismans from forgotten antique stores and really cool shoes. I look forward to being with you on the radio very soon...
Chris Hansen
Wenatchee School District Using Pandemic Safeguards to Improve Air Quality in Classrooms
The Wenatchee School District is keeping an eye on the region’s air quality in an effort to protect the health of its students and staff.
Spokesperson, Diana Haglund, says the district has been able to use some of its safeguarding implements from the COVID pandemic to help keep the air clean during the region’s recent smoke-filled days.
“Becaus...
Health Officials Say Monkeypox Could Arrive in NCW Anytime
Local health officials are preparing for the arrival of monkeypox in North Central Washington.
Dr. James Wallace, interim health officer with the Chelan-Douglas Health District (CDHD) says it’s just a matter of time until a greater number of infections are reported beyond the state’s more populated areas.
“We hav...
Wenatchee School District Looking At Staffing Reductions
The Wenatchee School District (WSD) is posturing to reduce its staffing in the years ahead.
District communications director, Diana Haglund, says continuing downturns in student enrollment are a major factor in the decision.
“Our decreasing enrollment trends have indicated a need to decrease our staffing. It’s...
WDFW Seeking Charges Against Three for Illegal Spearfishing in Lake Chelan
The Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) are pursuing charges against three people who were allegedly caught illegally fishing with a spear gun in Lake Chelan.
KPQ news partner iFIBER ONE reports a WDFW officer reportedly witnessed two people snorkeling in a popular spot for bass fishing.
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