Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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DAYTON - On Oct.19 at 7 p.m. the Dayton high school SHEO club, and the Coalition for Youth and Families, will present the documentary film “Reslience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope”, at the Liberty Theater. “Resilience” is a followup to the 2015 documentary film “Paper Tigers”, which followed six “at risk” students at Lincoln High School in Walla Walla. This film, also directed by James Redford, follows some pioneering individuals who looked into research about adverse childhood experiences (ACES), and illustrates how...
DAYTON – Kennewick artist, Joseph Rastovich began working with metal at age 14, after inheriting classic cars that he wanted to fix. These days he transforms steel into sculptures, wall art, lamps, and large public art pieces. Rastovich has amassed a plethora of specialty metalworking tools over the years and sources his materials and supplies from industrial stores such as steel yards, welding supply stores, and industrial paint stores. Rastovich says his is a "very physical profession" and c...
DAYTON – The Dayton Historic Depot is offering a six-week beginning quilting class on Tuesdays beginning Oct. 11 and running through Nov. 15. The classes will run from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. and the cost for the series is $25. Quilt artist Sandra Hawks will teach participants the basic skills necessary to create beautiful quilts. Students will end the course with four to six completed quilt projects. Call the Depot at (509) 382-2026 to learn more or to register....
DAYTON – The DSHS mobile office will be in Dayton on Tues., Oct. 11 from noon to 4 p.m. by City Hall (111 S. 1st St.). Visitors can apply for emergency cash assistance, basic food assistance, medical assistance, or Medicare Savings Program. They can also drop off paperwork and complete eligibility or mid-certification reviews or make changes to their existing files....
At noon on Sat., Oct. 8, the Liberty Theater, in partnership with the San Francisco Opera, will present La Bohéme, the first of four of the San Francisco Opera’s critically acclaimed, sold-out performances. These recorded, high-definition presentations provide a high quality experience that leave the audience feeling as though they were hearing the opera live. San Francisco Opera’s Music Director Nicola Luisotti conducts Giacomo Puccini’s most beloved opera. This heartwarming story of starving artists falling in and out of love in 19th centur...
WALLA WALLA – All veterans are invited to the 2016 Tri-State Standdown at the Walla Walla Fairgrounds Community Center on Wed., Oct. 19 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Bring your military paperwork to take advantage of resources, and find out what benefits are available to you. Veterans will receive breakfast, lunch, free haircuts, and much more. To learn more about the event or to secure transportation, call Don Schack at (509) 386-3564. If you are interested in how your organization can get involved with helping local veterans, please call (509) 529...
DAYTON – The second annual Oktoberfest at the Blue Mountain Station Food Park (700 Artisan Way) will take place Sat., Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Visitors will enjoy an afternoon of German food, local craft beer, and German music. Dayton’s Kiwanis and Lions clubs will grill bratwursts from Tucannon Meats and man the beer garden featuring craft brews from Chief Springs Brewery. The co-op will prepare and sell additional German offerings such as authentic German Potato Salad, German Red Cabbage, and Apple Strudel. Organic hot chocolate will...
WALLA WALLA – Three Waitsburg programs were approved to receive $11,100 in grant funds from the Blue Mountain Community Foundation at the foundation’s Sept. 20 board meeting. Add those funds to the $24,987 in scholarships awarded to 17 Waitsburg students earlier this year and support from the foundation for Waitsburg will total over $36,000 this year. A $2,600 grant was made to Rural Youth Enrichment Services (RYES) with $1,000 designated to Friends of the Waitsburg Pool and $1,600 to support RYES operating expenses. The Cardinals’ Nest after s...
DAYTON – The Dayton First Congregational Church-UCC is hosting a Fashion Flea Market Extravaganza fundraiser on Sat., Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Purses, shoes, jewelry, scarves, and accessories in better condition, along with gently used clothing, and ties and belts for men, can be purchased on the 15th at the church, which is located at 214 South Third Street. Also, join Connie Jungman between the hours of 11 a.m. and noon, to learn how to tie scarves. Donations are currently being accepted, and there are three ways to participate, a...
LAS VEGAS - Last year, local songstress Makenna Barron made the top ten in the National Finals Rodeo National Anthem Contest. This year, the talented 10-year-old again made the top ten by popular vote, and was then chosen by a selection committee as one of the top three youth competitors. Barron’s goal last year was to sing the National Anthem at all of the Big 4 Rodeo Association rodeos in one year. She didn’t make her goal of singing at the NFR last year, but is giving it another shot this year and is already one step closer. Popular vot...
WAITSBURG – The City of College Place will interview three candidates to become the city’s next City Administrator on Sept. 29. Among those is current Waitsburg City Administrator Randy Hinchliffe. Hinchliffe is a Waitsburg High School graduate and has served as City Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer for Waitsburg since 2004. The other candidates are current Director for the Walla Walla County Community Development Department, Thomas Glover, and Colfax City Administrator Michael Rizzitiello. The City of College Place hired Prothman, an exe...
PASCO – Waitsburg Elementary School and Dayton Middle School are among seven southeast Washington schools recognized statewide as winners of the 2016 School of Distinction award. Other schools recognized in ESD 123 include Paterson Elementary, Wahitis Elementary (Othello), Touchet Elementary and High School, Pasco High School, and Chiawana High School (Pasco). The award is in its 10th year and honors staff, students, and school leaders who improve performance for all students over a sustained period of time in English Language Arts and m...
DAYTON – Local film lovers will unite with audiences in over 250 cities spanning six continents to view and judge the work of filmmakers in the 19th annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screens at The Liberty Theater in Dayton. Ten finalists have been chosen from a record 844 submissions from 52 countries. The final 10 are: The Tunnel (Norway), Carousel (England), Kaputt (Germany), Ella Gets a Promotion? (USA), Hold On (The Netherlands), Brayoman (Russia), Overtime (Australia), Gorilla (France), I am A Pencil (Australia),and The Last Journey o...
WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg Commercial Club will kick of its new year with a meeting on Thurs., Sept. 15 at noon at The Q Wood Fired Grill on Waitsburg’s Main Street. Jennie Dickenson, manager of the Port of Columbia, will speak about the positive community development of the Blue Mountain Station. She will discuss how market needs are established, how products are selected, how building specs are determined to create economic interest and development, and how businesses are discovered and nourished. Lunch, which includes soup, sandwich, des...
DAYTON – A free mobile food bank will visit the Dayton Fairgrounds on Thurs., Sept. 29 from noon to 2 p.m. Bring a box or basket to take food home. Volunteers are needed to bag produce, open boxes, and help distribute food. To volunteer, contact Tim Klipfel at 529-8031 or email timothy.klipfel@thrivent.com or Janet Bye at 524-8456 or email jbye56@gmail.com The event is sponsored by the Blue Mountain Action Council, Thrivent Financial, and Redeemer Lutheran Church....
DAYTON – The Dayton Memorial Library is holding a surplus sale of unused items through Sept. 17. The sale is open to the public and library employees. A list of items and photos can be picked up at the library, along with bid cards for the items. Call (509) 382-4131 with any questions....
DAYTON – Join Alder Family Dental (202 E. Main) for Business After Hours on Thurs., Sept. 15 at 5:30 p.m. Meet Dr. Rachael Deininger, Dr. Patrick Sharkey and staff while enjoying a cheese plate from LC at the Green, Dumas Station Wine, and cookies. Bring a business card to enter giveaways for a Sonicare Electric Toothbruch, bleaching kit, movie tickets, $75 Alder Family Dental gift certificate, and a bottle of Dumas Station Wine, courtesy of the Dayton Chamber of Commerce. No RSVP is necessary....
The Community Council will hold three meetings to prioritize ideas gathered from recent Community Conversation meetings held throughout the region. Community members are encouraged to attend and weigh in at one of these prioritizing workshops. Each workshop will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Mon., Sept. 19, Walla Walla County Fairgrounds Community Building (363 Orchard St.) Tues., Sept. 20, Milton-Freewater Community Building (109 NE 5th St.) Wed., Sept. 21, Dayton Fairgrounds Youth Pavilion (North Pine St.) Refreshments, child care, and...
PRESCOTT – The Prescott Park and Recreation District will host members of the Walla Walla Symphony on four Wednesday evenings beginning on Sept. 14. Performers will play on the Prescott Plaza stage located on D Street, from 5-7 p.m. Seating is limited and guests are invited to bring a lawn chair. The concerts are free but a donation box will be available. Symphony members will perform from 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 14, 21, 28, and Oct. 5....
DAYTON—According to Mayor Craig George, the City of Dayton has filed an injunction, in Columbia County Superior Court, against the Columbia County Prosecuting Attorney Rea Culwell, for breach of contract. The reason is because the PA has not given the required one year notice of intention to discontinue services to the city, Mayor George said. The injunction was filed Tuesday, and a hearing was expected to be held in Columbia County Superior Court on Wednesday....
WAITSBURG – The Port of Walla Walla Commissioners and staff will hold their business meeting this month in Waitsburg on Thursday, at 6 p.m., at Waitsburg Town Hall. Waitsburg Commercial Club will host a “Meet and Greet” for Commissioners and Waitsburg community members at 5 p.m. prior to the meeting. Light appetizers, coffee, iced tea and water will be served. For more information, contact Joy Smith at (509) 539-8773...
WAITSBURG – As a way to more fully utilize the new Little League fields at the fairgrounds, the City of Watisburg will offer fall baseball for children ages 8 to 11. Practices will start the week of Sept. 12 and will run into October or until the weather turns too cold to play. The cost is $25. Teams will play one another as a way to keep up their skills going into winter. No travel is involved. Registrations will be available at City Hall and on the city website at cityofwaitsburg.com. Parents with questions can contact Randy Hinchliffe at C...
WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg Presbyterian Church (504 Main St.) will host Christian band Adam’s Road on Wed., Sept. 14. The community is invited to a potluck at 6 p.m. followed by the free concert at 7 p.m. The author of the book “Unveiling Grace,” who is the mother of one of the band members, will be on hand to sign copies of her book. The concert is free but a goodwill offering will be taken....
WAITSBURG – Omniguardianship Services (111 Preston Ave.) will hold a bake sale on Fri., Sept. 2 to support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association....
WALLA WALLA – On July 18, the Walla Walla County Board of Commissioners approved increasing the civil processing fees charged by the Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office. The change will take place Sept. 1 and will be the first increase since 1992. The fee increase does not affect the recording fees of the Walla Walla County Auditor’s Office. Civil fees include items such as Notice of Small Claim Service, Suboena Service, Execution/Order of Sale Postings, and more. A full list of civil fees may be found at www.co.walla-walla....
