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Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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DAYTON - Last Thursday, Columbia County Parks and Recreation Pool District commissioners Ted Lowe and Katie Leid, and Dianne McKinley spoke at the Dayton elementary multipurpose room about the next steps in planning for a Dayton community pool. The commissioners asked the attendees for their top priorities from a list of amenities, including a heated pool, a seasonal or an all–year covered pool, 0-entry to depth pool, lap swimming, water aerobics, and six lanes or eight lanes. The tabulated r...
DAYTON — “Arthur the King” is based on an incredible true story. Over the course of ten days and 435 miles, an unbreakable bond is forged between pro adventure racer Michael Light (Mark Wahlberg) and a scrappy street dog companion dubbed Arthur. This movie follows Michael Light, desperate for one last chance to win, as he convinces a sponsor to back him and a team of athletes for the Adventure Racing World Championship in the Dominican Republic. As the team is pushed to their outer limits of endurance in the race, Arthur redefines what victo...
DAYTON —“Cabrini” is the powerful epic of Francesca Cabrini, an Italian immigrant who arrives in New York City in 1889 and is greeted by disease, crime, and impoverished children. Cabrini sets off on a daring mission to convince the hostile mayor to secure housing and healthcare for society’s most vulnerable. With broken English and poor health, Cabrini uses her entrepreneurial mind to build an empire of hope unlike anything the world had ever seen. This movie, directed by Alejandro Monteverde (who also directed Sound of Freedom), has been we...
Lights, Camera, Action! A movie premier is coming to The Liberty Theater in Dayton. On Monday April 22 at 7pm, you will get a chance to see Dayton on the big screen. In the Summer of 2023, a short movie, Color of Threads, was filmed at the Depot in Dayton and other area locations, produced by Walla Walla University. The cast is made up of Hollywood professionals as well as local actors. There will be a photo opportunity, screening of the film and a Q&A session with filmmakers/cast. Don’t wait to get your seat by going to www...
DAYTON — The Columbia County Parks and Recreation Pool District will host a community work session on Thursday, April 18, 2024, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Dayton School Multipurpose Room. The work session will be led by board commissioners Ted Lowe and Katie Leid. Community members are invited to come and collaborate in developing a vision for a community swimming pool. The work session will build off the results from the Pool Party session hosted by the Friends of the Dayton Community Pool in 2022. The CCPRPD says this is the time for the c...
WAITSBURG — “Kung Fu Panda 4” starring comedy icon Jack Black who returns to his role as Po, the world’s most unlikely kung fu master, with a hilarious, butt-kicking new chapter in DreamWorks Animation’s beloved action-comedy franchise. After three death-defying adventures defeating world-class villains with his unmatched courage and mad martial arts skills, Po the Dragon Warrior, is called upon by destiny to … give it a rest already. More specifically, he’s tapped to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace. Rotten Tomatoes crit...
DAYTON — Grace Trump and Joshua Reser were chosen as the recipients of the 2024 P.E.O. Citizenship Award. This award is given to the outstanding young man and woman in Dayton High School’s senior class, judged on qualities of character, scholarship and activities. Especially emphasized are honesty, courtesy, amiability, morality and punctuality-the marks of a good citizen. Recipients are selected by the high school faculty, the associated student body officers and the P. E. O. Awards Committee. P.E.O. is a philanthropic educational orga...
DAYTON — In “Kung Fu Panda 4” comedy icon Jack Black returns to his role as Po, the world’s most unlikely kung fu master. The movie is the hilarious, butt-kicking new chapter in DreamWorks Animation’s beloved action-comedy franchise. After three death-defying adventures defeating world-class villains with his unmatched courage and mad martial arts skills, Po the Dragon Warrior, is called upon by destiny to … give it a rest already. More specifically, he’s tapped to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace. Rotten Tomatoes crit...
DAYTON-YWCA Walla Walla held an open house on Saturday, March 16, inviting families from Dayton, Waitsburg, and neighboring areas to tour the new childcare center, RoseMary's Place, located in Dayton, Columbia County. Parents had the opportunity to explore the center, meet the staff, and learn more about the high-quality childcare services for children aged six weeks to six years. RoseMary's Place, housed in the renovated Booker Rest Home on the Columbia County Health System (CCHS) campus, is...
DAYTON — “Ordinary Angels” is based on a remarkable true story. It centers on Sharon Steves (Hilary Swank), a fierce but struggling hairdresser in small-town Kentucky who discovers a renewed sense of purpose when she meets Ed Schmitt (Alan Ritchson), a widower working hard to make ends meet for his two daughters. With his youngest daughter waiting for a liver transplant, Sharon sets her mind to helping the family and will move mountains to do it. What unfolds is the inspiring tale of faith, everyday miracles, and ordinary angels. This movie has...
DAYTON—The saga continues with an expanded all-star international ensemble cast. This movie, is the highly anticipated follow-up to 2021’s six-time Academy Award-winning “Dune.” This big-screen epic continues the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s acclaimed bestseller Dune with returning and new stars, including Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, and many other well-known actors. “Dune: Part Two” will explore the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while o...
The saga continues with an expanded all-star international ensemble cast. This movie, is the highly anticipated follow-up to 2021’s six-time Academy Award-winning “Dune.” This big-screen epic continues the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s acclaimed bestseller Dune with returning and new stars, including Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, and many other well-known actors. “Dune: Part Two” will explore the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a warpath...
DAYTON — This bold new take on the beloved classic invites you to experience the extraordinary sisterhood of three women who share one unbreakable bond. This new movie is rated highly by both critics and the audience (82% and 95% favorable) on the Rotten Tomatoes website. That website’s critics consensus is “Building on the legacy of the previous film adaptation while incorporating elements of the stage musical, “The Color Purple” is a crowd-pleasing testament to resilience in the face of trauma.” The audience says “Much more than a remake...
DAYTON — The Dayton Historical Depot Society is delighted to announce the opening of its much-anticipated public exhibit, “Barns of Columbia County,” from February through December 2024 at the Dayton Historic Depot. The exhibit is a journey through the agricultural heritage of Columbia County, showcasing the architectural styles, historical significance, and personal stories of the region’s iconic barns. From architectural enthusiasts to history buffs, visitors will find an exploration of the...
DAYTON - Ellen Brigham has accepted the Director of Library Services position at the Columbia County Library. Brigham served as the interim director following Todd Vandenbark's resignation in July 2023. The new director said in the CCRLD February 11, 2024 newsletter, "Thank you so much to everyone who has supported and used the library over the last year. You're what makes library services so rewarding, and I'm looking forward to many more years with our wonderful community....
DAYTON — “Mean Girls” is a new twist on the modern classic from the comedic mind of Tina Fey. “New student Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) is welcomed into the top of the social food chain by the elite group of popular girls called “The Plastics,” ruled by the conniving queen bee Regina George (Reneé Rapp) and her minions Gretchen (Bebe Wood) and Karen (Avantika). However, when Cady makes the major misstep of falling for Regina’s ex-boyfriend Aaron Samuels (Christopher Briney), she finds herself prey in Regina’s crosshairs. “As Cady sets to take...
DAYTON—In “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,” having failed to defeat Aquaman the first time, Black Mantra is still driven by the need to avenge his father’s death, and will stop at nothing to take Aquaman down once and for all. This time Black Manta is more formidable than ever before, wielding the power of the mythic Black Trident, which unleashes an ancient and malevolent force. Rotten Tomatoes website critics did not like this movie (34% favorable), but the audiences did (81%). IMDb rates this movie as 5.8 out of 10. The Rotten Tomatoe...
DAYTON — “Migration” is a modern-day comedy following a family of ducks who convince their over-protective father to go on the vacation of a lifetime as they attempt to migrate from New England, through New York City, and ultimately down to the Bahamas. Rotten Tomatoes critics have this movie at 73% favorable, and 88% from the audiences. That website’s critics consensus is “Beautiful animation and entertaining work from a talented voice cast help “Migration” take flight despite a story that doesn’t quite stand out from the flock.” The aud...
Dayton City Council Workshop Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 3:00 p.m Open to the public Agenda 1. Golf Cart Policy – Discussion 2. Dayton School District Stadium Lease Renewal – Discussion 3. Council Code of Ethics – Review & Discussion 4. City of Dayton is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81858087703 Meeting ID: 818 5808 7703 Dial by your location • +1 253 215 8782 US Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbXYPJnbAj Any questio...
DAYTON—Live production of “Seniors of the Sahara,” directed by Bev Startin. Sylvia Goldberg, a respectable retired New Jersey school teacher, brings home more than just souvenirs upon returning from her grandson’s wedding in Israel. Sylvie’s troubles begin when she realizes that the old teapot she purchased at an outdoor market is actually a priceless relic. Keeping a secret from her three best friends, Mabel, Thelma and Fannie, proves to be nearly as difficult as protecting herself from a villain who follows Sylvie home and threatens...
DAYTON — ”The Boys in the Boat” is a sports drama about the 1936 University of Washington rowing team that competed for gold at the Summer Olympics in Berlin. It is based on the #1 New York Times bestselling non-fiction novel by Daniel James Brown. “This inspirational true story follows a group of underdogs at the height of the Great Depression as they are thrust into the spotlight and take on elite rivals from around the world” (MGM). Rotten Tomatoes critics rate this movie 57% favorable, but 96% of the audience enjoyed it. IMDb rates thi...
DAYTON—”Wonka” is based on the extraordinary character at the center of “Charlie and Chocolate Factory” (Roald Dahl’s most iconic children’s book). The movie tells a wonderous story of how the world’s greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today. Rotten Tomatoes critics rated this movie 83% favorable, and the audiences gave it a 91%. IMDb considers this a 7.3 of 10. That website’s synopsis is “With dreams of opening a shop in a city renowned for its chocolate, a young and poor Willy Wonka dis...
DAYTON—”Wish” is a new musical-comedy by Disney Animation Studios welcoming audiences to the magical kingdom of Rosas, where Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force: a little ball of boundless energy called Star. The Rotten Tomatoes website audience says “If you’re looking for a beautifully animated movie with fun characters and memorable songs, Wish delivers.” Critics there rated this movie 49% favorable, but the audiences gave it an 81% favorable rating. This movie is PG (for thematic el...
DAYTON—The Liberty will offer a special screening of the holiday favorite “Sleepless in Seattle” starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. A celebration to ring in the New Year will follow with hors d’oeuvres and a toast at 9 p.m., (east coast midnight.) The price of $25 per person includes the movie, a glass of champagne or sparkling cider, and the famous Liberty Theater hors d’oeuvres. This was a tradition at Liberty Theater for many years before COVID-19 restrictions. It was started as a New Year’s Eve venue for people who wished to celebrate s...
DAYTON—Get ready for an action-packed, all-star, rainbow-colored family reunion like no other as Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake return for the new chapter in DreamWorks Animation’s blockbuster musical franchise. After two films of true friendship and relentless flirting, Poppy (Anna Kendrick) and Branch (Justin Timberlake) are now officially, finally, a couple. As they grow closer, Poppy discovers that Branch has a secret past. He was once part of her favorite boyband phenomenon, BroZone, with his four brothers: Floyd (Troye Sivan), Joh...
