Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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DAYTON - TVAC Productions and the Liberty Theater will hold an open meeting on May 23 at 6:30 pm in the theater to share information about this year’s fall musical production of “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.” This year’s director is Brenda Henderson. Details about the show, production dates and rehearsals will be shared, as well as all the information performers need to prepare for auditions June 4, 6 and 7. There are a variety of roles for all ages in this production, and opportunities for assisting with set construction, stage c...
DAYTON – Dayton’s First Congregation Church is hosting a resource workshop for youth mental health first aid on May 21, from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. A trainer from Quality Behavioral Health in Clarkston will lead the program. This workshop will introduce unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health challenges in adolescents. It is geared to teach people how to support youth, who are showing signs of mental stress. “In one week’s time we had three young people threaten to harm themselves,” said Congregational Church Pastor Marj John...
WAITSBURG – Preschool registration is underway in Waitsburg Elementary School and will end May 15. Space is limited to 40 students. Students who turn three on or before August 31 are eligible to register for preschool. Families living outside of the district are welcome to apply. However, priority will be given to families living within the district and to those who qualify for the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECAP). Registration applications are available in the Waitsburg Elementary Office. For more information, call W...
WAITSBURG – The 115th Waitsburg High School Reunion and Banquet will be held on May 26, 2018 in the Waitsburg Elementary Multipurpose room. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., dinner will cost $20.00, and will begin at 6:00 p.m. The business meeting and recognition of the 2018 senior class and announcement of the WHS Alumni Scholarships will follow. The High School will be open for touring from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m....
By Dayton Code Enforcement Officer Clint Atteberry DAYTON - During spring and summer it can be hard to keep up with grass and weeds, but is of the utmost importance! Tall grass and weeds can make a corridor for vermin such as rats and mice to enter buildings. Fire is also a major concern when these areas become dry. A misplaced cigarette or a lightning strike can set off a fire that can impact the property owner and neighboring properties as well. Being proactive by starting yard maintenance early, keeping a green yard and taking care of weeds...
DAYTON - A new Grief Group will begin on Tuesday, May 8, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Dayton’s First Congregational Church, on the corner of 3rd and Spring Street, in the Fireside Room downstairs. We will follow the same format and book that Hospice in Walla Walla uses. If you are struggling with your grief, you are invited to join. The group will run for 10 weeks and will be a closed group once it has started. To RSVP, call Teeny McMunn at 509-386-5287....
DAYTON – Dayton’s annual Lewis and Clark Walk will begin Tuesday evening May 8. Walkers will assemble at the Dayton Historic Depot, with the walk beginning at 5:30 p.m. The walk will proceed east to Patit Road, and then along Patit Road to the Lewis and Clark Campsite exhibit. Bus transportation will be provided back to Dayton. (Pets will not be allowed on the bus.) The public is invited to enjoy food and exhibits for the entire family. The Lewis and Clark Walk is sponsored by the Columbia County Health System, the Dayton School District, and...
WALLA WALLA – Walla Walla County is seeking people interested in filling two vacancies on the Walla Walla Fair and Frontier Days Board of Directors. The positions will begin in September 2018, when the terms of current board members Pat Reay and Sam Waldron expire. Board terms are three years, with members eligible to serve up to a maximum of three terms (nine years total). The Fair Board meets at least once a month, or as needed. Members perform board-related duties approximately 10 hours per month during most of the year. However, they s...
OLYMPIA – Washington State Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz and the Department of Natural Resources Wildfire Aviation Aerial Firefighting staff are preparing for the 2018 wildfire fire season. This year’s fleet consists of nine helicopters and six amphibious single engine air tankers (Fireboss) and twp Air Attacks that are under contract with DNR More than 60 personnel make up the DNR aviation firefighting staff available for Initial Attack to emerging wildland fires. DNR’s top aviation priority is Initial Attack. Crews work to get a...
DAYTON – The Friends of the Dayton Memorial Library Spring Book sale will be held this weekend at 250 E. Main St. Hours are Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p. m., and on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. Books are 50 cents per inch when stacked against the yard stick. For more information call the library at (509) 382-4131, or Sylvia Beuhler at (509) 629-2052....
DAYTON – Southeast Washington Aging and Long-Term care is offering workshops on care for dementia patients at the Columbia County Senior Center on May 1 and 2. Topics will include understanding and recognizing the differences between “normal” and “not normal” aging, conditions that sometimes mimic dementia, and warning signs and practical tips for working with people living with dementia. Resources will be made available. The May 1 session will be from 2 to 6 p.m. The same information will be presented again on May 2, from 8 a.m. until noo...
DAYTON – Dayton’s annual 3rd Street Yard Sale will be held Saturday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. South Third Street will be closed during the sale from Main Street to Park Street. The Liberty Theater and several Dayton churches will participate in the sale. Other vendors may participate on 3rd St. with a $10 sign-up fee. Other yard sales will be held in various locations around Dayton. For more information, call Joe Huether at (509) 386-7295....
WALLA WALLA – Blue Mountain Action Council reports that it has Washington State Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program grant dollars available to help pay down heating bills for low-income individuals and families in Columbia, Garfield, and Walla Walla counties. Eligible parties must be at or below 125% of the federal poverty level. Households are eligible for assistance once a year through the winter, from Oct. 1 through June 30. BMAC will take appointments until June 30 or until funding is depleted. Those in need can contact BMAC at (...
DAYTON – Children of all ages and their parents are invited to make fun craft projects in honor of Earth Day at the Best Western Plus Hotel and Suites in Dayton on Friday, April 20, from 3:30-5 p.m. The hotel is located at 507 E Main St....
DAYTON—Washington state Governor Jay Inslee has proclaimed April 9 through April 15 Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Lisa Caldwell, Columbia County Emergency Management Services Director, would like to give a shout out for her staff, who are the critical link to providing life, and safety response, during times of crisis. “When people think about first responders, often you will hear them talk about law enforcement, fire, or ambulance. I believe this is because the 911 dispatcher is rarely seen. They are the voice that provides calm dur...
DAYTON – The Dayton/Columbia County Washington Fund Committee is accepting applications for 2018 grant money. The deadline for accepting applications is May 1, 2018. The fund is comprised of donations by community-minded people for the purpose of “enhancement, for the long term, of the social and economic well-being of the citizens of Columbia County, Washington.” The earnings of the fund, administered by the Blue Mountain Community Foundation of Walla Walla, are made available annually to Columbia County residents for worthwhile proje...
WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg Home and School Association will hold its annual Spring Carnival April 13 at Waitsburg Elementary School. The carnival will feature indoor and outdoor games, including a cake walk, face painting, photo booth and much more. Food will be available for sale. The event will include a silent auction. Carnival doors will be open from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Arm bands are $10 each. For more information, contact Kristy Taylor at ktaylor8407@gmail.com, or (509) 240-6690....
WAITSBURG – Just as the birds return to Capistrano each year, so do the flamingos return to Waitsburg. Except here in the ‘burg, they serve the purpose of raising funds for local FFA members to attend the State FFA Convention, to be held on the Washington State University campus in May. Flocking will begin after spring break. For $20, individuals can surprise a friend (or enemy!) with a festive flock of flamingos to adorn their front lawn. The flock will quietly migrate to another home the following evening. And for the Flamingo-phobic, ant...
Kids in the Touchet Valley will have many opportunities to hunt for colored eggs and other goodies this weekend. Saturday, March 31 Dayton Community Easter Egg Hunt Dayton City Park, 11 a.m. Sponsored by Dayton Kiwanis and Washington Federal Bank Age groups 1-4, 5-7, 8-11 Waitsburg Community Easter Egg Hunt Preston Park, 10 a.m. Sponsored by Waitsburg Commercial Club and Waitsburg Grange #1 Ages 0 – 10 Blue Mountain Station Easter Egg Hunt Blue Mountain Station, Dayton; Noon All ages Sunday, April 1 Booker Rest Home, Dayton 10 a.m. All ages W...
DAYTON – “Beyond the Cross,” an Easter Cantata, will be presented by the Dayton United Brethren Church Choir, this Sunday, April 1, at 9:30 and 10:45 a.m. The church is located 1106 S. 4th, Dayton. All are invited. For more information, contact Pastor Greg Brownell at gbrownell705@gmail.com....
DAYTON - The Friends of the Dayton Memorial Library Spring Book Sale will be held at 250 E Main St on Saturday, April 28, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Sunday, April 29, from 1 to 4 p.m. The thickness of books stacked up against yard sticks at the sale will determine the price. Books are 50 cents per inch. For more information call the library at 382-4131, or Sylvia Beuhler at (509) 629-2052....
WAITSBURG - Waitsburg Elementary School will hold kindergarten registration for the fall of 2018 during the week of March 26-29. Registration will be in the elementary office from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, and from 9 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday. All children who turn five on or before August 31 and live within the Waitsburg School District boundaries are eligible to register for kindergarten for next school year. A current immunization record and an official birth certificate will be needed to register. Official...
WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg Commercial Club will announce its 2018 Community Service Award and Business of the Year Award at their annual meeting on April 17. The Commercial Club is inviting nominations now for both awards. Last year, Jim Davison was honored as Citizen of the Year, and Waitsburg Business Center, owned by Marci Perkins, was business of the year. Annual meeting will be held at Waitsburg Town hall, beginning at 6 p.m. Nominations for this year’s awards can be emailed to waitsburgcc@icloud.com, messaged to Commercial Club on Fac...
Coming Saturday and Sunday, BASH transports us back to the 80s--neon colors, big hair and, like, the coolest music ever. The popular pond skim splashes down on Saturday (conditions permitting), along with a beer garden, 80s costume contest, and live music by Froghollow Band. Sunday offers family-friendly games and activities, such as scavenger hunts, body bowling and duck races. Both days include raffles, sweet swag from sponsors, and BASH T-shirt giveaways (only 500 total--first come, first served). For more info, go to blu...
