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Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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WAITSBURG - Thirteen Waitsburg seniors were recognized before the start of the high school football game between the Cardinals and Garfield-Palouse on Saturday, October 11. Cardinal cheerleaders, football players, and their families lined the football field with posters and balloons. Cheerleaders Matti Carter, Sarah Daves, Hope Adkins, Karissa Potts, and football players Isa Reyes, Kyle Lindsey, Graycen Teal, Jarod Hankins, Brenton Segraves, Koyen Fortune, Martin Vasquez, Tucker Hamilton, and...
DAYTON – The Port of Columbia Commissioners held their regular meeting at 5 p.m. on October 8, 2025. Commissioners Johnny Watts, Mike Spring, Executive Director Jennie Dickinson, and Economic Development Coordinator Shane Laib were present. Chair Seth Bryan attended via Zoom. During public comment, Skip Mead expressed frustration that he was speaking for the third time on the same issue and asked, “How many times do I have to say it? Don’t sell the railroad.” Commissioners handled several administrative items, including setting a public...
COLUMBIA COUNTY - At the Port of Columbia's Economic Development Steering Committee meeting last week, Katie Leid provided an update on progress made by the Board of Commissioners for the Columbia County Parks and Recreation Pool District (CCP&RPD) to build a community pool. Leid, board Treasurer, told the committee about the plan to build a new pool at the site of the old Dayton Community Pool and to upgrade the existing pool house. She said Lyle Smith, CEO of WMS Aquatics, met with the pool...
STARBUCK, WA. — The Starbuck bridge will be closed from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on October 21, 2025, for routine inspection. Motorists should use alternate routes or may be delayed up to 30 minutes....
DAYTON — The musical “Hamilton” is a Tony, Grammy, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning hit on stage and in the cinema. The movie version combines the best elements of live theater and film with a blend of music from hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway. The story of one of America’s founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton, was a revolutionary moment in theater. It tells the story of America then, told by America now. The cast includes writer and director Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daveed Diggs, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Jasmine Cephas Jones, Anthony Ramos,...
Fiesta En Jalisco After 12 years of delicious service in Dayton, the owners of Fiesta En Jalisco are closing the restaurant on October 25, 2025. They expressed appreciation to the community where their kids were students at Dayton schools, participated in 4H, the county fair, and sports. "It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to this wonderful community. You will always be in our hearts, and we will always be so grateful for the years that you supported us," the family posted on Facebook....
Letter to the Editor: Good people have been working to promote the Waitsburg swimming pool. Many generous people have already contributed money and time to this cause, and they are greatly appreciated. However, this generosity isn’t enough. We need to support the pool by passing the pool levy. I grew up swimming with friends at the Waitsburg pool. Besides the fun, everyone needs to learn to swim, not to mention the exercise and health benefits for our whole community. Thus, I ask again, please support the kids and the pool levy. Ann Ahler W...
Fifteen Years Ago October 14, 2010 [Photo Caption] Mike and Kelly Stephenson of Kennewick and their group of silent investors have signed an agreement to purchase Ski Bluewood from Stan and Nancy Goodell. They will use the business office on Main Street in Dayton. Twenty-Five Years Ago October 12, 2000 Dozens of local children participated in National Children's Day last Sunday at Waitsburg Elementary. Kenny Hull, Lillian Banie, Gracie Eastwood, Nicole Eastwood, Mariah Hill, and Paige Lutz were...
Sometimes, when researching for this column, I like to search through my vintage cookbook collection for inspiration. It can be amusing, and sometimes a little frightening, to imagine what home cooks were putting on the table 60 or 70 years ago. So much JELLO. However, there are some homey favorites that deserve a fresh look, like this recipe for tender Salisbury Steak, smothered in a rich mushroom gravy. While some may only imagine the compartments of TV dinner trays, this updated version...
DAYTON - Columbia County's Sesquicentennial event drew community members, past and present, to celebrate on Saturday, October 4. The event began with the Blue Mountain Artists, who created and displayed work at Moose Creek Café, Dayton Historic Depot, and Locally Nourished. After the opening ceremony at the Depot, neighbors shared a free "Chuckwagon" lunch by The Q BBQ. From there, guests could take a guided tour through downtown, learning about the county's past through living history...
WALLA WALLA/ WAITSBURG — Common Roots Housing Trust is hosting two information sessions for anyone seeking a path to affordable homeownership. Topics will cover how a community land trust model works to create permanent, affordable homeownership opportunities. Members from the trust will be on hand at the events to explain how to navigate the eligibility process and find resources, including financial counseling, for renters and first-time buyers. Through the CLT model, Common Roots will be able to sell homes on their land for approximately $...
DAYTON — The American Association of University Women Candidates Forum will be held October 15, 2025 at the Liberty Theater in Dayton, Washington. Doors open at 6:30pm and the forum begins at 7:00p. m. All candidates running for office have been invited to speak. Dayton City Council Positions 3, 5, and 7 Port Commissioner District 1 Columbia County Pool District Dayton School Board Public Hospital District Fire Districts 1 and 3...
WAITSBURG - The district has approved and submitted a resolution to Walla Walla County, seeking 60 cents per $1,000 in assessed property value, and this proposal will appear on the November ballot. The Waitsburg Parks and Recreation District and Friends of the Waitsburg Pool (a project of Rural Youth Enrichment Services) are working to get a new Waitsburg pool shovel-ready, and passing a levy to build and maintain the pool for years to come is the next step. Commissioners in January voted to...
The Waitsburg Town Hall removed the building's two brick chimneys for fireplaces that are no longer in use. The board decided the failing brick work was a potential hazard to pedestrians and the building's roof structure....
DAYTON -The Rainier Beer Movie, "Rainier: A Beer Odyssey," is an independent feature film on the iconic, groundbreaking Rainier Beer TV commercials, which ran from 1974 to 1987. The theater invites patrons to enjoy a can of Rainier while watching the story on the groundbreaking Rainier Beer advertising campaign. Directed and edited by Isaac Olsen and produced by The Peterson Brothers. Advanced tickets on sale now at libertytheater.org or at the Box Office. Tickets will also be available at the...
WALLA WALLA — Washington Water Trust will host its third annual benefit screening of the Fly Fishing Film Tour at Gesa Power House Theatre in Walla Walla on Thursday, Oct. 23. The event will feature new movies, a silent auction of items donated by local businesses, and a gear raffle. Proceeds restore water to local rivers and streams, including the Walla Walla River, Touchet River, and Mill Creek. Tickets are now available online and will be sold at the theatre on Oct. 23 after 6 p.m. To buy advance tickets to the Fly Fishing Film Tour and s...
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Rene Lynn Goth Brown, who left this world peacefully on Monday, surrounded by love. She was born on October 5, 1976, to Perry Michael Goth Sr. and Vivian Bell Goth in Ventura, California. Her older brother Perry Michael Goth Jr was born in 1973. Rene graduated from Buena High School in Ventura, California, in 1994. She participated in all athletics, especially volleyball. She later attended California State University, Northridge, on a full volleyball...
Joyce Lyseng (nee McQuary) passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025, at the Irene Thomas Hospice in Delta, BC. Joyce was born in Dayton, Washington, on November 14, 1941, to Vyrl and Eileen McQuary. She lived and grew up in Dayton, attending Dayton High School and going on to earn a degree from Eastern Washington University. She accepted her first job as a Speech Therapist in a new clinic being opened in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. (a bold move for a young lady from southeastern Washington)....
WAITSBURG - Waitsburg Elementary held its first PRIDE awards assembly of the year on Friday, October 3. Each classroom teacher, K-6, recognized two students who emphasized the "P" in PRIDE by being prepared in September. Certificates were awarded to: Kindergarten: Liam Flores and Evie Watson 1st grade: Kimber Deal and Ethan Hays 2nd grade: Ember Adams and Val Nokes 3rd grade: Violet Watkins and Cheyanne Hopkins 4th grade: Jace Jadin and Jesse Jadin 5th grade: Victoria Roberts and Isaac Knudson...
Fifteen Years Ago October 7, 2010 Shortly before midnight Tuesday, an empty boxcar broke free on the main rail line in Dayton and made a freak, high-speed getaway, waking residents throughout the Touchet Valley and eluding sheriff's deputies before it finally slowed enough to be secured just past Prescott. No damage or injuries were reported from the runaway car, which exceeded speeds of 60 miles per hour and barreled without warning past numerous unguarded crossings in Dayton, Waitsburg and...
WAITSBURG - The Touchet Redhawks delivered Waitsburg a three-set volleyball loss on Wednesday, Oct. 1, on Kison Court. Both teams are young and are improving with each match. The Cardinals struggled with passing and receiving the serve, and Touchet errors came from missed serves and hitting errors. The Redhawks beat the Cardinals 25-17, 25-8, and 25-17....
WAITSBURG - Homecoming week at Waitsburg High School was celebrated with dress-up days, class competitions, field night, and volleyball and football games. The homecoming court was introduced at halftime of the October 3 football game, and the senior class was declared the winner of spirit week. Waitsburg High School's football team went on to win its homecoming game against Tekoa-Rosalia on Friday, 58 to 30. Both teams now have a 4-1 overall record. The Cardinals are now 2-0 in the league,...
DAYTON-The Port of Columbia and the Sesquicentennial Committee will unveil a legacy mural commissioned for the 150th Celebration on October 4, 2025. The mural, located at the Palus Museum on Main Street, has been one of the city's best-kept secrets. A local farmer lent one of his trucks to park in front of the mural as it was being painted. The completed painting has been under wraps, creating curiosity leading up to its unveiling. The port and committee selected the design submitted by Emily...
PRESCOTT - The Prescott School District, working with the Office of the Superintendent and the Financial Oversight Committee, has been addressing financial shortfalls that threaten its future. As the school board works to save the district from dissolution, Prescott and neighboring communities have stepped up to save the Prescott School District. Here are some of the ways individuals or businesses can immediately help: Donate items for the Prescott Education Association's silent auction that...
