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DAYTON — In the animated feature “The King of Kings,” a father tells his son the greatest story ever told. What begins as a bedtime tale becomes a life-changing journey. In his vivid imagination, the boy walks alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, facing His trials, and understanding His ultimate sacrifice. The “King of Kings” invites viewers to rediscover the power of hope, love, and redemption through the eyes of a child. The all-star cast includes Oscar Isaac, Kenneth Branagh, Uma Thurman, Sir Ben Kingsley, Mark Hamill, and Forest Wh...
DAYTON - Hotel Hardware invites the public to its official Grand Opening on Friday, April 11 and 12. The celebration will take place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on both days. It includes New Mexican cuisine by Dave Hernandez of Cocina Barelas, wine from Tim Doyle of Marginalia Winery, and innovative cocktails at The Bobcat Room. Guests can check out the renovated hotel, The Bobcat Room, and meet Daniel Lopez, the Spokane–based artist behind the "Stand By Me" mural at Hotel Hardware. Hotel hardware i...
DAYTON — A heart-pounding film that follows seasoned deep-sea divers as they battle the raging elements to rescue their crewmate trapped hundreds of feet below the ocean’s surface. Based on a true story, “Last Breath” is an electrifying story about teamwork, resilience, and a race against time to do the impossible. The cast includes Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu, and Finn Cole. Rotten Tomatoes said their critics’ consensus was that the movie ratchets the tension to a riveting degree and tells a remarkable true story with the utmost efficienc...
DAYTON—The Port of Columbia in Dayton hosts Choose Columbia County Business Boosters, a series of monthly training events. The theme for April is social media, presented by Sarah Magill of The Reel Sarah. Learn more about Magill at www.thereelsarah.com. Attending the April events is free. Sessions will be held at the Port of Columbia Conference Room at 1 Port Way in Dayton or via Zoom. Session times are 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Session Dates and Topics: April 8 –“Magnetic Marketing: How to Attract, Connect, and Convert on Social Media.” Learn h...
DAYTON — That’s not all, folks! Porky Pig and Daffy Duck, one of the greatest comedic duos in history, are making their hilarious return to the big screen in the sci-fi comedy adventure, “The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie. This is the first fully animated Looney Tunes feature-length film created for a theater audience. Porky and Daffy are the unlikely heroes and Earth’s only hope against the threat of an alien invasion. It is a buddy-comedy of epic proportions as they race to save the world. The movie delivers all the laugh-o...
9 Variety show “Songs of the Elements” Friday, March 28 at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 29 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, March 30 at 3 p.m. DAYTON — This year’s TVAC variety show, “Songs of the Elements,” stars over 50 talented performers, including singers, dancers, actors, comedians, and a ventriloquist. Chances are, you know someone in the show. “Songs of the Elements” will surely delight with its fire, water, earth, and air-themed variety show. Featured songs include “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Great Balls of Fire,” and “We Didn’t Start th...
DAYTON — “ Paddington in Peru” brings Paddington’s story to Peru where he visits his beloved Aunt Lucy, at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and up to the mountain peaks of Peru. The cast for “Paddington in Peru” includes Imelda Staunton, Hugh Bonneville, Ben Whishaw, Antonio Banderas, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Emily Mortimer, Olivia Colman, and Samuel Joslin. The critics’ consensus on “Rotten Tomat...
WAITSBURG — “Captain America: Brave New World” stars Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, the new Captain America. Mackie previously played The Falcon in the Marvel Cinematic Universe until his character became Captain America after Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) retired. After meeting with the newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford in his MCU debut, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must foil a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.” Captain America: Br...
WAITSBURG — “Captain America: Brave New World stars Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, the new Captain America. Mackie previously played The Falcon in the Marvel Cinematic Universe until his character became Captain America after Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) retired. After meeting with the newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford in his MCU debut, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must foil a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.” Captain Ameri...
DAYTON — There’s a new breed of hero in town. DreamWorks Animation, creators of the film franchises including Kung Fu Panda, Trolls, and How to Train Your Dragon, have adapted the New York Times bestselling series “Dog Man” by Dav Pilkey. When a police dog and an officer are injured on the job together, a life-saving surgery changes the course of history, and Dog Man is born. Half dog, half man, Dog Man is sworn to protect and serve as long as he isn’t distracted by squirrels. He doggedly pursues his arch-nemesis and the feline supervill...
DAYTON – The Dayton School Board met in the high school library at 5:30 p.m. on February 6, 2025. Dayton School District Superintendent Jeremy Wheatley, Business Manager Jana Eaton, Board Chair Jeffrey McCowen, and board members Aneesha Dieu, Grant Griffin, and Ryan Paulson were present. The sole purpose of this meeting was to select a new board member from candidates who applied for the position. Candidates were Melissa Gemmell, Brenda Henderson, Katie Lied, and Pat Davidson. Board members separately interviewed each candidate for about 30 m...
DAYTON — Nominated for eight Academy Awards, “Conclave” follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events, the selection of the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence uncovers a trail of deep secrets left in the dead Pope’s wake, secrets that could shake the foundations of the Church. “Carrying o...
DAYTON - The snowmobiling community in Dayton hosted the 2025 Washington State Snowmobile Association's Winter Rendezvous. Local chapter president, LaRhonda McCauley co-chaired the event that helped raise funds for the WSSA Legal Action Fund to protect motorized winter recreation. Over three days, there were adventures for every riding style and evening events at the Dayton Fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday. There were trivia games, a silent auction, basket raffle, a photo contest, and guest...
Columbia County - With fresh snow, it is a great time for a trip to the Jasper Mountain Reserve. The privately owned, nonprofit reserve has 330 square miles of diverse terrain and offers year-round outdoor recreational options. The cross-country ski trails are groomed for classic and skate skiing. JMR President Hartmut Stecher shared the following visitor's information: Road Conditions: Payne Hollow Road, the road to the reserve may be plowed, though Columbia County usually clears it. In the...
DAYTON — Nominated for 8 Academy Awards, Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan in James Mangold’s “A Complete Unknown,” the electric true story behind the rise of one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. Set in New York in the early 1960s, when the 19-year-old Dylan came to the West Village from Minnesota during a time of vibrant music and tumultuous cultural upheaval. With his guitar and talent, he was destined to change the course of American music. He formed close relationships with musicians from the folk movement...
DAYTON — The Port of Columbia commissioners have scheduled a workshop to discuss the potential sale of the port-owned rail line for February 5 at 5 p.m. The meeting will be available on Zoom through the link at https://portofcolumbia.org. The rail operator, Columbia Rail, has expressed interest in purchasing the rail and right of way from the port. An assessment of the rail and property has been completed, and Chair Bryan is pursuing the matter. The agenda for the workshop has not yet been posted but should be available before the meeting. T...
DAYTON — The Liberty Theater will present a live production of“The Witch in 204” from January 24 through 26. Don’t let the title fool you; this is not a Halloween show. It is a tale that weaves ageless romance with the magic of true love through the lives of some 55+ seniors. This entertaining and hilarious sequel to Barbara Pease Weber’s popular play “Seniors of the Sahara” revisits Sylvie’s hopes of living happily ever after with Eugene. Her hopes soon dissipate when the next-door neighbor turns out to be Eugene’s mysterious former...
DAYTON — Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet. The cast includes Jim Carrey, James Marsden, Krysten Ritter, Idris Elba, and Keanu Reeves. “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” received an 88% favorable rating from the criti...
DAYTON — The Coalition for Youth and Families has updated and gone live with its website. The welcoming site gives information about the organization, including its key values on health, education, safety, research and prevention science, and family. The coalition uses the Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI) model to increase access to public resources for the best possible outcomes in prevention. The website provides information on events and encourages membership and community involvement. Meetings of the Coalition for Y...
DAYTON — “Mufasa: The Lion King” enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny—their bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a threatening and deadl...
DAYTON — The Columbia County Rural Library has entered into a Reciprocal Borrowing Agreement with neighboring libraries. Patrons can obtain free library cards from the following reciprocating libraries: Richland Public Library Mid-Columbia Libraries Walla Walla County Rural Library District Walla Walla Public Library Columbia County Rural Library District...
DAYTON — This year, Bluewood Ski Resort offers two-hour snowmobile adventures for riders aged 18 and over. The guided tour covers 64 miles through Bluewood’s backcountry in the Umatilla National Forest. The 2024 Polaris Snowmobiles can be booked for single or double riders and are included in the price with helmets and goggles. Boots, jackets, bibs, and gloves are available for rent—$ 30 for all, $10 per piece. Prepare for your adventure by wearing adequate winter clothing, including winter socks and snow boots, waterproof gloves, snow pants...
DAYTON — The Columbia County Rural Library is asking students in grades 7 through 12, or homeschool equivalent, to participate in the library’s Teen Advisory Group. The group meets monthly at the library to help improve services for tweens and teens. Participants lend their voices to create programs and activities as they develop leadership skills. They can also earn volunteer hours for school. Anyone interested can get more information or sign up by calling, stopping by the library, or at http://ccrld.org/teen-advisory-grou...
DAYTON— So much happened before Dorothy dropped into Oz. “Wicked,” is the feature-film adaptation of the musical phenomenon seen by more than 50 million fans around the world. The familiar characters and hit songs in the show The New York Times called “the defining musical of the decade” comes to the big screen as the untold story of the Witches of Oz. “Wicked” received an 88% favorable rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. They said it “defies gravity with its magical pairing of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Wicked’s sheer bravura and cha...
DAYTON — “Moana 2” will be shown on December 27, 28, and 29. The movie will not be shown on Tuesday. The movie follows Moana after receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors. She must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. “Moana 2” is still going strong after being the biggest Thanksgiving Day opening in history with a massive $386 million box office. Don’t miss “Moana 2” on this second and final weekend at The Liberty. The movie is rated PG...
