Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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SEATTLE, WA—Students from the Dayton area have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Washington for Spring Quarter. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must have completed at least 12 graded credits and have a grade point average of at least 3.50 (out of 4). Students are notified that they have achieved this distinction when they receive their grades for the quarter. They are: Jenna Jeanne Phillips, a junior from Dayton, WA and Teresa Rose Meyers a junior from Pomeroy, WA. Congratulations, scholars!...
PRESCOTT—In November 2018, voters of the Prescott Joint Park and Recreation District (PJPRD) voted 62.63% YES on the $115,000 Maintenance & Operation levy request. Because of the levy passage, the Prescott Pool completed a 69-day season with an average daily attendance of 60 swimmers. The annual levy is on the November 5, 2019 General Election Mail-In Ballot again this year and needs to be postmarked by that date. Successful passage requires a 60% YES vote. Operating expenses remain on budget f...
DAYTON—The Columbia County Health System is planning on a large Medicare take-back payment of around $1.15 million, which is not particularly unusual since the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) operate on a cost-based reimbursement model. That is to say they front load money for patient care every year, based on the previous year’s data, and they can either collect the amount they overpay or make additional payments, if they underpay. It could be a “wash” if CCHS manages to coll...
DAYTON-Molly Weatherill-Tate has been a busy person since she started work as Dayton's new Chamber of Commerce Manager on October 7. "I'm trying to learn QuickBooks, and all kinds of things," she said. "I've jumped into the Awards Banquet and Christmas Kickoff with all the little parts that go along with that. I've hit all downtown in the last week, or so, handing out Halloween trick or treat banners." "My next step is to reach out to all the Chamber members," she said. "I'm getting myself up...
A live production of Don Giovanni by The Royal Opera, filmed in London will be rebroadcast at Gesa Power House Theater on Wednesday, November 6 at 6:00 p.m. Mozart’s engaging masterpiece follows Don Giovanni (Erwin Schrott), the women he serially seduces, and the vengeance that finally catches up with him. The opera is known for its ever-shifting portrayals of complex characters, fast-moving action and mix of the comic and the heartfelt. A cast of international singers - both familiar and m...
WAITSBURG-Art X Agent gallery's newest exhibit is Sparkling & Broken. Walla Walla artists Juventino Aranda and Rachel Smith have joined forces to adorn the space with powerful imagery. Aranda works in paintings, sculpture and fiber arts. Images and items created by Aranda are imbued with deep meaning, biting wit, and cultural relevance. Smith's artwork has included photography and collage. She works with paper both sculpturally and planographically, and is drawn to nostalgia as a means of...
MOSCOW, Ida.—Two Degrees Northwest announces a new online and print edition of the Artisan Trail Guide of North Central Idaho & Southeastern Washington. The Artisan Trail Guide is designed to lead both residents and visitors to the unique people, places and products that distinguish the greater inland northwest region. The goal of Two Degrees Northwest (2DNW) is to improve economic vitality in the 11 counties of Idaho and Washington situated between the 45th and 47th parallels north, by showcasing art, food and heritage businesses. This region...
1. Use tech to manage tech. There is actually an app called SelfControl that is helpful for staying on task as it completely blocks any site teens want (i.e. Facebook) for an allotted time they set. This is quite helpful for reducing temptation. 2. Unfollow things that are a time sink for them. They’ll stop following “satisfying videos” sites also known as “oddly satisfying videos.” Soap cutting, baking, playing with slime, eggshell crushing, paint mixing, etc. fall into this category....
WALLA WALLA—Celtic classical trio Affinití will once again bring the magic of “A Celtic Christmas” to Gesa Power House Theatre in Walla Walla on Wednesday, December 11 at 7:00 p.m. Audiences can expect to hear Christmas favorites such as Affinití’s chart-topping version of “O Holy Night” and “Walking in the Air” alongside some of Ireland's most beloved music, including “Danny Boy” and even “Riverdance!” The current lineup of Affinití is: Emer Barry, soprano; Mary McCague, violin; and Teresa O’Donnell, harp. They will be joined by special gu...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to highlight the importance of breast cancer awareness, education and research. Local people can help raise awareness and funds by adding a hot pink extension or flash of color in their hair! Blush Salon on Main Street in Waitsburg offers a $2.50 tinsel dye application, and Four Feathered Sparrow and Bliss Salon in Walla Walla offer $10 hair extensions with all proceeds going to support Just Us Girls Sharing (JUGS). JUGS is a 501©3 nonprofit organization that strives to positively...
DAYTON—The Dayton General Hospital Auxiliary will host their annual salad luncheon fundraiser to benefit community medical scholarships and equipment needs on Fri. Oct. 25 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p. m. at the Dayton First Congregation Church at 214 S. 3rd St....
On Sunday October 27 the Living History Company will come together to present their annual 19th-century party at Fort Walla Walla Museum, 755 Myra Road. Several Living History performers will share the spotlight, telling guests short stories about their lives and the times in which they lived. Visitors will be able to mingle with the living history performers and enjoy refreshments as part of the program. The presentation will take place at 2 pm. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Admission is free to members and children under 6, $4 for...
4 Royalty Applications are officially open. Try outs will be held November 3. If you, or someone you know, is interested, contact us for an application. Applications are due Oct. 30. Contact Beka Compton at (509)386-7453....
WALLA WALLA—Join Doughty Home for Veteran Women for the “Inspire Women Warriors” Banquet on November 11 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Eagles Lodge in Walla Walla. This event is to inform the community about the organization’s current programs, including offering housing for veteran women. There will be a silent auction and a live auction hosted by Greg Kettner. For tickets or to offer a donation to be auctioned, contact Jennifer Glynn at (208) 582-6711....
DAYTON—The month of October provides an opportunity for the Dayton Memorial Library staff to display many fright filled materials for public use. Library Director Dusty Waltner is inviting all ghouls and goblins for a movie, a treat, and to create the best monster imaginable at the library’s spooky celebration in the Delany Room, on Halloween night at 5:30 p.m. Lovecraft is regarded as one of the most significant 20th century authors in his genre, and has influenced generations of future writers, artists, and filmmakers including Stephen Kin...
WALLA WALLA—The REALTORS® Land Institute announced that Blaine Bickelhaupt and Mark Grant, Brokers with Blue Mountain Farm & Ranch, of Walla Walla, WA have been awarded the Accredited Land Consultant (ALC) Designation. Bickelhaupt and Grant both specialize in Dryland, Irrigation, Orchards, Recreational and Ranches. Upon receiving the designation, they said, “Becoming an Accredited Land Consultant shows our clients our commitment to excellence. We are honored to be accepted into such an elite group of ALC Land Brokers....
WALLA WALLA—On Tuesday, October 29, Community Council’s Education as a Path to Economic Growth Study Committee and Implementation Task Force will celebrate four years of study and advocacy work. The Full Circle celebration will take place at the airport conference room at 5:00 PM. This event is free and open to the public. At this event, the public is invited to hear about the results of the advocacy process, and celebrate the community’s on-going efforts to build a strong educational ecosystem that fosters the talents of all residents, from...
Clarification: The headline in our October 10 article about the incident on Main Street neglected to mention the Walla Walla Sheriff’s department who led the law enforcement efforts....
October 8 Male contacted and found to have active warrant for arrest. 900 block of Lake Road - Burbank. Deputies were dispatched to the 1900 block of Pleasant for a physical domestic. Subject was arrested for Assault 4th-Domestic Violence and Malicious Mischief-Domestic Violence, Walla Walla. Victim had check stolen from mailbox, altered and cashed, 800 block of Brickner Road, Walla Walla. Fraud-Identity Theft - victim on the 1400 block of Lowell Dr. had her PayPal account hacked and charges went through, Walla Walla. October 10 Found drug...
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) announced $2.3 million in grant funding awarded by the Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women to organizations in the Fifth Congressional District. These organizations include YWCA of Spokane, the City of Spokane, the Spokane Tribe of Indians, and End Violence Against Women International in Colville. “Together, we must stand up and stop violence of any kind here in our communities,” said Cathy. “These grants help support efforts to combat vi...
WALLA WALLA—The Blue Mountain Action Council is offering a home improvement deffered loan program to rural, low income, home owners in Walla Walla, Columbia, and Garfield Counties. Home repair options could be improvements to the foundation, roof, plumbing, electrical, siding floors, windows, gutter and downspouts and heating. BMAC also offers home weatherization services to homes which have gone through home repair. “This is a particularly good fit for those who plan to stay in their homes long term,” said BMAC Director of Housing, Ted Koehl...
WALLA WALLA—TruthTeller Winery is throwing a Halloween themed Drag show that leads into a killer dance party on Saturday, October 26, at 8:30p.m. This is an all ages event, hosted by Anita Mann and her closest Ghoulfriends. Tickets are $12, available through Eventbrite. TruthTeller Winery is located at 47 E Main St, Walla Walla, WA....
The Touchet Valley Acoustic Music Project presents a fundraising concert on Sunday, October 27 at 4:00 p.m. Boograss is an annual event that features bluegrass music and a silent auction. The event takes place at Waitsburg’s Plaza Theater at 208 Main Street, beginning at 4:00. Look for performances by Jasper Mountain, the Coyote Gulch Family Band, Caleb Shanks and friends. Blush Salon, Waitsburg Grocery, Rey’s Roast Coffee, Gard Vintners have donated items for the auction. Organizers hope to...
Walla Walla Valley Bands is celebrating their 30th year! Please join them, Sunday, October 27, 3 pm, at the Walla Walla Valley Academy Auditorium, 300 SW Academy Way in College Place as they present their “Out of This World” fall concert, honoring the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. The Concert Band will be performing, as well as the Mill Creek Jazz Ensemble and the Main Street Jazz Band. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students, and are available at the door....
Hundreds of tiny endangered Northern Leopard frogs took a leap back into the wild over the summer at the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge in Grant County. The releases were made possible by a partnership of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Oregon Zoo, and Washington State University (WSU). WDFW collected Northern Leopard frog eggs earlier this spring, and after months of growing at the university and zoo's conservation labs, the...
