Wenatchee

Wenatchee[edit | edit source]

A view of Wenatchee, Washington

Wenatchee is a city located in north-central Washington, United States. It is the largest city and county seat of Chelan County. Wenatchee is known as the "Apple Capital of the World" due to the valley's many orchards.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Wenatchee is located at the confluence of the Wenatchee River and the Columbia River in the eastern part of the state. The city has a total area of 8.04 square miles, of which, 7.77 square miles is land and 0.27 square miles is water.

Health and Medicine[edit | edit source]

Wenatchee is home to several medical facilities, including the Confluence Health/Wenatchee Valley Medical Center, which provides healthcare services to people throughout the region. The city also has several nursing homes and assisted living facilities, as well as a variety of medical clinics and pharmacies.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Wenatchee is primarily based on agriculture, with many orchards in the surrounding areas. The city is also a center for manufacturing, retail trade, and healthcare.

Education[edit | edit source]

Wenatchee is served by the Wenatchee School District, which includes several elementary schools, middle schools, and Wenatchee High School. The city is also home to Wenatchee Valley College, a two-year community college.

Notable People[edit | edit source]

Several notable individuals have hailed from Wenatchee, including Kyle Middleton, a professional motorcycle trials rider, and Cory Rasmus, a professional baseball player.