Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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DAYTON—It's not every day that the Columbia County Sheriff's Office gives a Lifesaver Award. Last Friday, in a full courtroom, Columbia County Undersheriff Robbie Patterson presented 7 year old Karl Burnstad with a Life saving Award. This November, Karl was able to recognize a medical emergency and dial 9-1-1, ultimately saving his mother's life. On November 12, 2019, Karl Burnstad, then only 6 years old, noticed that his mom, Tracy Burnstad, had been sleeping longer than normal and wouldn't w...
WAITSBURG-The Waitsburg City Council's Flood and Emergency Preparedness Committee has been meeting weekly, or as needed, in response to the novel coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak. The committee, which has representatives from the Waitsburg City Council, Columbia Walla Walla County Fire District 2 and various community members, is focusing on a community plan of action in the event that COVID-19 reaches Waitsburg. The members have been reviewing information from a daily webinar through the...
While there were a number of items on the docket for the monthly Dayton-Waitsburg Athletic Combine Committee (DWACC) meeting on Feb. 24, over an hour was spent discussing the recent procedure used in choosing a new team mascot, concluding with the choice of the DW Wolfpack by Dayton and Waitsburg high school student bodies at the Feb. 14 election. The committee chose to put the adoption of the mascot on hold. This came after the high schools had voted for DW Wolfpack and both the Dayton and...
The Brix and Brew Benefit Auction takes place on Friday, March 13 at the Columbia County Fairgrounds Pavilion, located at 5 N. Pine Street, Dayton, WA. This event is a fundraiser that supports the operating costs of the Dayton Chamber of Commerce. The beer, wine and silent auction starts at 5:30 p.m., and the live auction starts at 7 p.m. Food, wine and beer are included in the ticket price, and there will be a “Spin the Bottle” game to win a bottle of wine of varying value. Enter the raffle for a Lil’ Tex 22 Elite Treager Grill, or throw...
Both Walla Walla and Columbia County have Emergency Alert Systems that will provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of emergency situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. Sign up for Walla Walla County’s Emergency Alert Program, at this link: https://tinyurl.com/suk8ul5 Citizens will receive time-sensitive messages wherever they specify, such as their home, mobile or business phones, email address, text messages and more. This geographic b...
DAYTON-The Boldman House Museum is making changes! The Museum is saying goodbye to manager Sylvia Beuhler who is retiring after guiding visitors through the Boldman House and guiding the Boldman committee for the last seven years. The museum is grateful to Beuhler for the transformations she has made during her tenure. Under her guidance, the Boldman House has become a thriving museum. Beuhler expanded the tours to include the basement of the home, she also created Dayton Days in the Boldman...
Cathy McMorris Rodgers visited Waitsburg on Saturday evening, Feb. 22 to tour the effects of the Feb. 7 flood event. (l-r) Columbia County Commissioner Chuck Amerein, Dayton Mayor Zach Weatherford, Walla Walla County Commissioner Greg Tompkins, Walla Walla Commissioner Todd Kimball, and Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers. Waitsburg Citycouncilwoman Kate Hockersmith was present, but not pictured....
WAITSBURG-Don't miss the Shamrock Bingo Relay for Life event at the Waitsburg Elementary Multi-purpose Room on Friday, March 20. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and up to 20 bingo games can be played from 6 to 8 p.m. Games cost $1 each, and players get three cards per game. The event is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. A soup dinner with soup, roll, a drink and dessert will be available for $4. There will be gift basket prizes, cash prizes and gift certificates for winners. Questions? Call...
WALLA WALLA-On March 6th at 5:30 p.m. in Whitman College's Olin Hall, room 138, Sheehan Art Gallery Director Daniel Forbes will speak about the work of photographer Mary Randlett. The gallery was recently gifted the archives of this Northwest photographer and Whitman alum. Randlett was a recipient of several prestigious honors, including an Anne Gould Hauberg Artist Image Award. Among her many photographic genres, Randlett is known as perhaps the most significant visual documentarian of...
This annual sales event offers a 12” hanging flower basket for $30, and an 18” hanging flower basket for $65. Order baskets by calling: (509) 520-9952, emailing Cindy Daves at cldtig@yahoo.com or via postal mail to PO Box 825, Waitsburg, WA, 99361. Baskets can be picked up on Friday, April 24 at 124 Jay Street in Waitsburg. A portion of the sales this year will go to support three senior 4-H members as they represent the Walla Walla Valley at the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championship this June in Grand Island, Nebraska....
Thank you to our volunteer groups, generous businesses and countless individuals for supporting our Waitsburg flood relief efforts – you made a difference! Sincerely, the Waitsburg Flood Relief Committee Banner Bank Big Cheese Pizza Blue Mountain Community Church Blue Mountain Community Foundation Blue Mountain Humane Society Catalyst Church, Dayton Chicken Bill’s Cafe & BBQ Chief Spring’s Fire & Irons Brew Pub Christian Aid Ministries Churches of Christ Disaster Relief Effort City of Waitsburg Clean Home Restoration of Walla Walla Colle...
February 24 A victim reported falling for a phone scam. Touchet, WA. A lost property report was taken at an address on Ridge Crest Court. Walla Walla County, WA. A vehicle was reported stolen at an address on Cemetery Road. Dixie, WA. A hit and run was reported. Walla Walla County, WA. Agency assist for Umatilla County Officer-Involved Shooting in Milton Freewater, Ore. An abandoned vehicle was tagged on the 24th, and removed on the 28th in Walla Walla County. February 25 A man was arrested on a misdemeanor warrant and cited for driving with a...
WALLA WALLA—Walla Walla County Emergency Management has completed the collection of initial Walla Walla County damage reports for three federal disaster assistance programs: Individual Assistance (IA) Program (residences and personal belongings) Small Business Association (low-interest loans) Public Assistance (PA) Program (roads, bridges and other infrastructure) The information has been forwarded to Washington State Military Department Emergency Management Division (WAEMD) who will, in conjunction with FEMA, review the data for Washington S...
March 5: Dick Baker, Jean Miller, Larry Wayne Bunton, Paul Fischer and Kristen Danielson. March 6: Marianne Newell, John P. Janovich, Shane Johnson, Trulie Griffin, Michael Jantz, Ryan and Scott Downing, Del Benson, Larry Olson and Kevin Jones. March 7: Renee Adams, Jayce Dunleavy. March 8: Donovan Smith, Tanaa Maib and Scott Mason. March 9: Larry Johnson, Robert Langdon, Steve Pierson, Jennifer Bennett, Kay Baker. March 10: Bill Gluck, Win Deanna Anderson, Frank Reser and Casey Worth. March 11: Jacqueline Klaas, Catherine Donnelly, Kelly...
SARS-CoV-2 – The novel coronavirus causing the current outbreak of respiratory disease. COVID-19 - The disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus has been named COronaVIrus Disease 2019 Person-to-Person spread – The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person. • Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet) • Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Spread from contact with infected surface or objects—It may be po...
WALLA WALLA—The fourth annual Women’s March on Walla Walla will begin at 10 a.m. this Saturday, March 7. The route begins at 108 W. Main St near the Market Station Transit Center and will continue down Main Street....
WALLA WALLA—Get the latest in business insights, trends, strategies and leadership skills at the 8th annual Walla Walla Business Summit presented by the Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce andPacific Power. The event takes place at the Walla Walla Courtyard Marriott, located at 550 W. Rose Street in Walla Walla. The Summit takes place on Wednesday, April 1 from noon to 6 p.m. The event is an educational investment that connects individuals and businesses of different industries. This y...
DAYTON—On March 11, from noon to 2 p.m, Speaker Jutta Thorsness will share “The Mustard Seed" as guests enjoy a pulled pork lunch catered by Gary Schroeder. As a special feature, Lois Hemphill will host a make-your-own card station. There will be music presented by Jim and Pennie Edwards. Contact Judy Jackson (509) 399-2005 to reserve a seat by Friday, March 6. Cancel by Monday, March 9. Tickets are $12. The luncheon will take place in the Delaney Bldg at 111 S. 3rd St, Dayton, WA....
It is with great sadness that we report the passage of Ed Harri, a most exceptional man who, with his wife Pat, has co-owned Wenaha Gallery for 26 years. Ed loved people, life, and art. A quiet man, he was an excellent listener, and when he spoke, it was after much thought and deliberation. When he gave advice, it was worth following. Ed also had a dry, witty sense of humor. Often, because he could put on a very serious face, one needed a moment to realize that there had just been a joke. And then he would break out into that distinctive, warm...
Andy Anderson passed away on February 28, 2020 at his home in Dayton. He was born on May 23, 1928 in Dayton. A full obituary will be posted next week....
DAYTON—During the season of Lent members of Dayton's First Congregational Church-UCC are considering the ideas and experiences of wilderness. Sometimes growing older can feel like being led into or through the wilderness, so in response they are hosting three occasions for learning about the resources available on the journey. On March 11, Katherine Besst-Smith, Information Specialist at Aging & Long-term Care (ALTC) Services for Southeast Washington, will present information on resources available locally. Besst-Smith’s office is on Main Str...
COLUMBIA COUNTY—If your home or business was damaged during the flood or a significant amount of your land washed away, you may be eligible for a reduction of value for the 2020 tax year. Any real property or business personal property that has been placed upon the assessment roll as of January 1, 2019 in which the property was destroyed by a natural disaster in 2020, in whole or in part, is eligible for a reduction of the value for the 2020 tax year. Please contact Christine Mills at the Columbia County Assessor’s Office at (509) 382-2131 for...
WALLA WALLA—The 6th Annual Walla Walla Home and Outdoor Show will feature vendors and products for home, outdoor, and lifestyle. The three-day event takes place at the Walla Walla Fairgrounds Pavilion on Friday, March 13 from noon - 6 p.m., on Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and on Sunday, March 15 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The event will also have delicious food truck vendors and the Walla Walla Community College Rodeo will be happening next door. Admission is free to the home and o...
DAYTON-Judi Pilcher is a Kiwanis Club of Dayton Director and she would like people to know the organization is more than just a hamburger cooking organization. They do, however, sell hamburgers and hotdogs, at community events, and they sponsor the annual Turkey Bingo fundraiser, all to help pay for programs for local youth. Pilcher said, with the exception of Club dues, all the money made through fundraising efforts goes to programs for youth. About $18,000 is generated each year through...
Return Waitsburg resident Jillian Henze didn't think twice when she volunteered to manage communication efforts following the February 7 flooding. WAITSBURG-The immediate volunteer response to the recent February 7 flood has been inspiring. People from different backgrounds and with a variety of skills came together to move sandbags, cook for victims and volunteers, gather donations, run heavy equipment, remove debris and mud. Jillian Henze volunteered her years of communications experience to...
