Welcome to the KCHW News Blog – your community-powered source for local news, stories, and voices from Chewelah and Stevens County.

The KCHW News Blog is the digital companion to KCHW 102.7 FM, Chewelah’s community radio station. Run by volunteers, fueled by local support, and committed to public service, we aim to bring you the stories that matter most — from city council decisions and school updates to profiles of local businesses, events, and everyday heroes.

Our blog is an extension of our mission:
To inform, connect, and uplift our community through accessible, grassroots journalism.

Whether you’re tuning in on the radio or reading online, our goal is the same — keeping Chewelah in the know.

What We Cover

• Local Government – Updates on Chewelah City Council, Stevens County, and civic decisions.
• Community Voices – Stories from residents, interviews, opinion pieces, and local history.
• Events and Culture – Highlights from concerts, markets, festivals, and nonprofit happenings.
• Youth and Education – School board news, student spotlights, and educational initiatives.
• Emergency & Public Safety – Weather alerts, fire district updates, and public health notices.
• Local Business – Features on shops, entrepreneurs, and economic development.

Who We Are

We’re a team of volunteer writers, local journalists, community members, and radio hosts who believe that trusted local news is the backbone of a strong community.

Why It Matters

In a time when rural newsrooms are disappearing and misinformation is rising, the KCHW News Blog steps in to fill the gap. We believe that small towns deserve quality journalism too — not just headlines from afar, but news that comes from here.

Support Local News

The KCHW News Blog and KCHW 102.7 FM are funded entirely by listeners, sponsors, and community donations. Your support makes this possible. Consider becoming a monthly donor to keep local voices on the air and online.

Thank you for reading, listening, and being part of Chewelah’s story.satire—welcome! We can’t promise accuracy, but we can promise entertainment.