Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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PRESCOTT — The Prescott Joint Park and Recreation District ask its voters to pass Proposition No. 1, the Maintenance & Operation Excess Levy on November’s ballot. This will be a levy for 2026/2027, to collect up to $0.35 per $1,000 of assessed value to raise $175,000. After the pool was closed this summer, children lost a safe place to spend their days, families had to drive to other towns and many missed out because those trips aren’t possible for everyone. The community felt the absence of something that has been a part of Prescott for gener...
DAYTON — After a harrowing plane crash, Special Forces officer James Belmont (Brad Pitt) and his combat dog, Odin, find themselves stranded deep in the Alaskan wilderness. Together, they are forced into a brutal fight for survival against the elements. From acclaimed filmmaker David Ayer, “Heart of the Beast” is an intense adventure thriller that explores the unbreakable bond between a man and his best friend as they face their greatest battle yet. The Cast includes Brad Pitt, J.K. Simmons, and Anna Lambe. Rated: PG-13 for violence, peril...
Waitsburg Elementary held its first Students of the Month assembly for the school year on Friday, October 2. Each grade recognizes a student for excelling at one of the PRIDE traits: Preparedness, Respect, Integrity, Discipline, and Excellence....
WALLA WALLA. — The Pacific Power Foundation has awarded grants to eight Washington organizations working to protect the environment and strengthen their communities. Funding will help provide hands-on outdoor education for students, expand volunteer initiatives, and support career training programs. The funds were awarded through the Pacific Power Foundation’s Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect grant cycle. Organizations interested in applying for the Foundation’s next grant cycle, Safety and Wellness, should apply by Decem...
DAYTON –In the Western "Angel and the Badman", a feared outlaw, Quirt Evans, staggers onto a ranch with a bullet in his back. He expects a quick death, not mercy; however, the rancher's daughter offers him a chance at something he's never had: a life beyond violence. Unfortunately, the past doesn't forgive. A marshal is closing in, and an outlaw gang wants to burn the ranch to the ground. Quirt must decide what kind of man he'll be when the world demands blood. Notable performances from Z...
WAITSBURG — Tapped, the Waitsburg Brewfest is coming to the Waitsburg Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 3. The Waitsburg Commercial Club event will feature great beer, food, and live music. Featured beers on tap include selections from Laht Neppur, Sage Brewing, Wheat Head Brewing, Blue Mountain Cidery, Quirk Brewing, and Bombing Range Brewing. Live music will be provided by Walla Walla band Feedback. The trio will bring a mix of blues, country, rock, alternative, oldies, and Tex-Mex music to the fairground. Tickets are available at h...
DAYTON - "You Had to Be There" is a documentary about the influence on North American comedy from the 1972 Toronto production of "Godspell." The cast of then-unknown performers forged lifelong bonds and became comedic icons. Through interviews, archival audio, and animated segments, the film captured the impact of that joyful show. Rotten Tomatoes critics praise its warmth, humor, and historical significance, making it a worthwhile watch for theater and comedy fans. Martin Short, Eugene Levy,...
WAITSBURG — The Waitsburg School District has two vacancies on its five-member Board of Directors. The district is accepting applications for the Director, District 2, and Director, District 4–At Large. The new board members will join Directors Charlie Barron, District 1, Tyler Abel, District 3, and Julie Karl, District 5–At Large. At-Large Directors represent the entire school district rather than a specific sub-district. Applicants for District 2, should reside within the following boundaries: Beginning at the intersection of Main Stree...
The Royal Block hosted its second Block Party on Friday, Sept. 18, in the alley behind the Royal Block, Ten Ton Art, and the Weller Public Library. Above, the Michael Kelly Band made use of the outdoor stage in the beer and wine garden. This was a collective effort by Waitburg businesses, including Atelier Waitsburg, Plaza Theater, Red Bird Blooms, Duke and Remington, The Siren, The PressRoom, Bar Bacetto, Wolfling Coffee, TVAMP, Waitsburg Garden Center, Dona Stella Wines, Laht Neppur, and...
DAYTON — Film lovers worldwide, in over 500 locations, will view and vote on the ten finalist films in the 29th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival between September 24 and October 4. The Liberty has hosted the unique event for over ten years, and will show the Manhattan Short Festival from September 25 to 29, at regular movie times and regular movie prices. Wine will be available for purchase on Friday and Saturday night. The theater has often been only one of two venues in Washington; this year it is one of four. And the only one in E...
WAITSBURG - On Friday, the second annual Block Party in the Alley will bring games, music, food, and even an alley bowling alley. The wine bar at Royal Block will be closed as owners Tiina Jaatinen and Joe Roberts host the festivities in the alley behind the hotel. Working with Waitsburg vendors and community members, the second year includes more activities, including music on the Alley Stage with Michael Kelly Band, Mythical/Movable Bluegrass Jam at the Plaza Theater, garden tours at the...
DAYTON — Starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, “Practical Magic 2” returns to a world steeped in moonlit mischief and powerful ancestral magic. The Owens sisters must confront the dark curse that threatens to unravel their family once and for all in a must-see cinematic event of fun, magic, and mayhem. The cast includes Joey King, Dianne Wiest, Stockard Channing, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, and Xolo Mariduena. Rated PG-13 for some violent content, suggestive material and brief strong language and has a Runtime of 130 minutes. After openi...
WALLA WALLA-The Kirkman House Museum is hosting Walla Walla's annual Adam West Day. This year's celebration marks the 60th Anniversary of the campy Batman television show. On Saturday, September 19, the actor's hometown will honor West's life, legacy, and his portrayal of Gotham City's superpower-free superhero. West's Batman was less of a dark vigilante and more of a Boy Scout protector than the franchise's later interpretations. Festivities begin at 10 a.m. with an opening ceremony at the...
DAYTON — Starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, “Practical Magic 2” returns to a world steeped in moonlit mischief and powerful ancestral magic, as the Owens sisters must confront the dark curse that threatens to unravel their family once and for all in a must-see cinematic event of fun, magic and mayhem. The cast includes Joey King, Dianne Wiest, Stockard Channing, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, and Xolo Mariduena. Rated PG-13 for some violent content, suggestive material and brief strong language and has a runtime of 130 minutes. The Liber...
DAYTON—When a modern family is forced to relocate to the remote English countryside, the children discover a magical tree inhabited by extraordinary and eccentric residents. At the top of the tree, they are transported to spectacular, fantastical lands, where the wonders and trials of their adventures help the family reconnect and rediscover one another for the first time in years. The cast includes Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy, Michael Palin, Jennifer Saunders, Mark Heap, Rebecca Ferguson, Jessica Gunning, and Nicola Coughlan. Rated PG for some...
DAYTON — At the request of the Governor’s Office and the Department of Commerce, The Port of Columbia is acting as a drop off location for donations of new goods and services to help support the victims of the recent wildfires in eastern Washington. Located at 1 Port Way in Dayton, the Port is open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and by appointment on Friday. Businesses and nonprofits may also contact The Port to arrange for pickup. Governor Bob Ferguson, the Washington State Department of Commerce and the State Emergency Ope...
DAYTON — In “The Brink of War.” President Ronald Reagan (Jeff Daniels) races to salvage a deal with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev (Jarod Harris) that could dismantle nuclear arsenals. With pressure mounting on all sides, every word spoken brings the world closer to peace or destruction. Rated PG for language, thematic elements, and smoking, with a runtime of 120 minutes. A RottenTomatoes.com critic wrote, “‘The Brink of War,’ writer-director Michael Russell Gunn chronicles the Reykjavík Summit, offering fascinating historical and politica...
WAITSBURG - The iconic musician Dolly Parton passed away on Tuesday, August 25. She lived an exemplary life of art, love, and generosity. This extraordinary woman's vision changed childhood for millions of kids internationally. In Eastern Washington, Parton's legacy lives in every book delivered, every story shared, and every child inspired to dream bigger through the Imagination Library of Washington. She began the Dolly Parton Imagination Library to provide free, high-quality books to...
DAYTON — In “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Peter Parker finds himself fighting crime full-time as Spider-Man in a world that doesn’t remember him. The pressure of seeing his old friends move on without him sparks a change in Peter that he may not have the power to control. But that transformation might also be the only thing that can stop a shocking new threat to the city and those he loves – a powerful villain no one can even see. Cast includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, and Mark Ruffalo. Rated PG-13 for sequences of action/violence and so...
WAITSBURG - After fifty years of awarding college scholarships to Waitsburg High School graduates, the board of the Patricia K. Hubbard Memorial Scholarship Fund decided to dissolve the fund and distribute its remaining assets to the Weller Public Library. Director Mike Hubbard said the fund holds $62,247.27 as of the June 2026 statement. Following the award of this year's scholarship and costs associated with dissolving the fund, the balance will go to the library. Hubbard hopes this can be...
WAITSBURG - A premier brass-era touring club is bringing its cars to the Waitsburg Historical Society's Bruce Museum at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 29. The Horseless Carriage Club of America is dedicated to preserving, restoring, and enjoying automobiles built before 1916. Early motor vehicles powered by internal combustion, steam, or electric engines were called horseless carriages during the transition from horse-drawn vehicles. They were designed to look like traditional carriages but with...
WAITSBURG - Teachers Eleanora Montgomery and Allyson Filan held a preschool-kindergarten summer camp on August 10 through 13, from 9 to 11 a.m. The camp was open to students ages three to five who are registered to attend school in the Waitsburg School District. It was an opportunity for students to become familiar with the school facilities and their teachers, in preparation of the new school year. "It is a great camp to get students into a routine and familiar with the building, such as...
OLYMPIA — The Washington Department of Commerce recommends the following agencies serving wildfire impacted regions: ChelanDouglas Community Action Council Serves: Chelan and Douglas Counties Phone: 5096626156 Website: cdcac.org Northwest Community Action Center Serves: Yakima County, South Phone: 509-865-7630 North Opportunities Industrialization Center of Washington Serves: Adams, Grant, Yakima Phone: 509-248-6751 Website: oicofwa.org Okanogan County Community Action Council Serves: Okanogan County Phone: 5094224041 Website: occac.com R...
DAYTON — In “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Peter Parker finds himself fighting crime full-time as Spider-Man in a world that doesn’t remember him. The pressure of seeing his old friends move on without him sparks a change in Peter that he may not have the power to control. But that transformation might also be the only thing that can stop a shocking new threat to the city and those he loves – a powerful villain no one can even see. The cast includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Michael Mando, Mark Ruffalo,...
SPOKANE, Wash. —In response to ongoing wildfires across Spokane County and Eastern Washington, donors, businesses, and organizations — both regionally and nationally — have come alongside community members in an extraordinary outpouring of support, contributing more than $4 million to wildfire response and recovery funds at Innovia Foundation. This remarkable generosity is a testament to the community’s strength to help neighbors. Beyond the devastating Spokane Complex fires impacting Spokane and Stevens Counties, destructive wildfires have bu...
