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  • Prescott, Waitsburg elementary schools holding child vaccine clinics

    The Times|Nov 25, 2021

    WALLA WALLA—Walla Walla County Department of Community Health (DCH) and healthcare partners will hold vaccine clinics at Waitsburg and Prescott elementary schools. • Prescott Elementary School, Tuesday, November 30, between 9:30 and 11 a.m. • Waitsburg Elementary School, Thursday, December 9 between 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. All clinics will only offer the lower dosage Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine that has been approved for 5-11-year-old children. Those 12 years and older are not eligible to receive a vaccine at the clinics listed above. A parent or guard...

  • ArtWalla Pop-up show May 7-9, featuring two local artists

    The Times|May 6, 2021

    WALLA WALLA-Ceramicist Greg Tate and painter Sarah Leighty will be exhibiting work in a pop-up exhibition at the Combine Art Collective in Walla Walla. This ArtWalla pop-up opens this Friday, May 7th. The gallery will stay open until 6:30 as part of Walla Walla First Friday Artwalk. The show runs through Sunday, May 9th, at the Combine Art Collective, 130 East Rose Street, Walla Walla, Washington. Hours are 11:00 to 6:00...

  • Pastor Matthew Wyatt announces plans to move, start church in Texas

    The Times|Jan 28, 2021

    WAITSBURG—Pastor Matthew Wyatt made a big announcement over the weekend. In August, Wyatt and his wife, Krystal, will be moving to South Padre Island, Texas, to plant a church. Currently, he knows nothing about the plan, including housing, building, income, funding, etc. And though an extremely difficult decision, he knows in his heart that it is the right decision. “We chose to say yes to Him despite the lack of details. We know He will reveal those when the time is right. Every question you...

  • Port of Walla Walla in process of negotiating sale of two lots at Waitsburg Business Park

    The Times|Dec 26, 2019

    The Port of Walla Walla staff has been working with the representatives of Valley Septic and Portable Restroom Service and Himark Custom Fab, LLC regarding purchasing real property at the Waitsburg Business Park. The light industrial park is adjacent to U.S. Highway 12 and the Port of Columbia’s railroad line. Valley Septic and Portable Restroom Services, Inc. is a locally owned and operated business offering portable restroom services as well as septic pumping and septic related services. O...

  • Shop Waitsburg, get prizes during Hometown Christmas celebration

    The Times|Nov 21, 2019

    WAITSBURG—Waitsburg Commercial Club encourages you to shop Waitsburg First! Once again this year, door prizes donated by Waitsburg businesses as a thank you to their customers, will be awarded at the Hometown Christmas celebrations that take place at Waitsburg Town Hall on Saturday, December 7 and Sunday, December 8. Commercial Club Director Joy Smith said, “Our work on Hometown Christmas is part of our annual programming. Commercial Club budgets $3,000 to sponsor the Hometown Christmas Celebrat...

  • Waitsburg Ladies Night, Aug. 14

    The Times|Aug 8, 2019

    WAITSBURG—It’s Waitsburg Wednesday for Ladies only on Aug. 14 at Waitsburg Town Hall from 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $10 and include food, Bunco, shopping and fun. This Waitsburg Commercial Club event is open to ladies 21 and older. Tickets are available until 10 a.m. on the day of the event. Tickets are available at Eventbrite.com or by contacting Joy Smith....

  • Waitsburg Bike Rodeo, June 26

    the Times|Jul 25, 2019

    WAITSBURG—A Bike Rodeo will be held at Preston Hall Middle School in Waitsburg on Fri., July 26 from 9-11 a.m. Bring your child’s bike for a bike safety check, bike licensing, helmet fitting and free helmets, a review of biking rules and a bike rodeo. The event is sponsored by the Walla Walla County Traffic Safety Coalition....

  • County Commissioner meet and greet

    the Times|Jul 25, 2019

    WALLA WALLA County—Walla Walla County Commissioners will hold a meet and greet event at the Public Health and Legislative Building (314 W. Main, Walla Walla), second floor, on Mon., July 29 from 5:30-7 p.m. There is no formal agenda and citizens are invited to stop by, meet the commissioners and ask questions. These events have been held throughout the county in past years as a way to allow access to those who are unable to attend regular commission meetings. Future meet and greet events will be held on Sept. 30 at the Prescott library and O...

  • Greg Blake & Real Country Concert

    the Times|Jul 18, 2019

    WAITSBURG—Greg Blake & Real Country will visit Waitsburg to perform a country music/bluegrass concert at ArtX Gallery, located at 117 Main Street in Waitsburg, on Wed., Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. The concert is hosted by the Touchet Valley Music Project TVAMP) and Rural Enrichment Youth Services. “Greg Blake has been to Waitsburg before and he is always a big hit!” said TVAMP Director Kate Hockersmith. Learn more at https://www.gregblakemusic.com/gbrcabout....

  • Saturday happenings in the 'Burg

    the Times|Jul 11, 2019

    WAITSBURG—Saturday looks like a great day for family fun for Waitsburg area residents. A Farmer’s Market will be held at Homestead Farms, located at 1017 Preston Ave. on Sat., July 13 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. About a dozen vendors selling fresh produce, jewelry, Tupperware, rustic farm signs and clothing are expected at the event. Blush Salon & Spa will debut its new home on Main Street in Waitsburg with a grand opening event. Visit with owner Brooke Mikesell and enjoy some hors d’oeuvres. The Waitsburg Park & Recreation District is hosting...

  • Free Dental Clinics, July 26 and Oct 4

    the Times|Jul 4, 2019

    WAITSBURG—The Waitsburg Resource Center will host free dental clinics on July 26 and Oct. 4 at the Banner Bank parking lot. Appointments are required in advance. Call Pam Conover at (509) 337-8876 or Marge Benson at (509) 629-2988 to reserve a time slot....

  • Waitsburg Breakfast & Lunch Activities

    the Times|Jul 4, 2019

    WAITSBURG—Special programs will be offered during the free breakfast and lunch program at the Waitsburg Multipurpose room throughout July. There will be no meals served on July 4 and 5 for Independence Day weekend. Below are the planned special activities. July 8 - 8:30 a.m. Aerobics with Mrs. Schirm July 10 - 8:30 a.m. Music with the Milk Man July 12 - Noon Movie Time with Mrs. Montgomery July 15 - 8:30 a.m. Art with Mrs. Schirm July 17 - 8:30 a.m. Learn to Bake July 18 - 8:30 a.m. Art with Mrs. Schirm July 29 - 8:30 a.m. Aerobics with Mrs. L...

  • Family Fun Day

    the Times|Jun 27, 2019

    WAITSBURG—Just Another Chance Ranch will hold a free Family Fun Day on Sat., June 29 from 3-7 p.m. The ranch is located at 14224 E. Highway 12, halfway between Waitsburg and Dixie. Visit the ranch and find out what the summer youth program is all about. Enjoy face-painting, finger foods water balloons, games with prizes and a craft table. Call (509) 337-6056 with questions....

  • Avoid street parking during chip sealing

    the Times|Jun 20, 2019

    WAITSBURG—Waitsburg residents should keep an eye out for the County crew which is expected to begin chip sealing work around the City in the next two weeks. Residents are asked to avoid parking on the street during the work. Crews will be chip sealing from the south end of Orchard Street to West 4th Street, Academy Street from Main to Coppei, Harmon Street from Preston Avenue to East Camp Road and East Camp Road to Garden Street....

  • Free iris starts

    the Times|Jun 20, 2019

    WAITSBURG—Iris farmer Bill Rodgers will have a box of free iris starts available in front of Ten Ton Coffee on Thurs., June 20. The starts are from his impressive garden....

  • Waitsburg Pool Opens June 24

    the Times|Jun 20, 2019

    WAITSBURG—The Waitsburg City Pool will open its season at 1 p.m. on June 24. With four certified guards, the pool will be open Mon. - Fri. from 1-4 p.m. with night swims on Mon., Wed. and Fri. from 6-8 p.m. Swim lessons will be scheduled for mid-July. Daily entry is $2 with kids age 5 and under free with a paying adult. Passes are $40 for a single pass and $80 for a family pass (up to 5 family members) and may be purchased at City Hall....

  • Storytime and Fun Factory

    the Times|Jun 20, 2019

    WAITSBURG—The resident alien says “Take me to your readers.” Hear a universe of stories and participate in space-related projects during the “A Universe of Stories” Summer Reading Program at the Weller Public Library each Monday from 1:30-2:30 p.m., June 24-July 29. The Fun Factory will be at Preston Park at 2:45 on Mondays to round out an afternoon of fun....

  • Tent Revival

    the Times|Jun 20, 2019

    WAITSBURG—Tent Revival USA will take place June 26-29 at 7 p.m. each night at 230 W. 1st Street in Waitsburg. All are welcome....

  • ARTXAGENT OPENS ON WAITSBURG'S MAIN STREET

    THE TIMES|Jun 6, 2019

    WAITSBURG—A new art gallery is opening at 117 Main Street. Owner Claire Johnston will have an art show every two months. “The space is for anything creative; food, performance, movement, dance, or any kind of audio stimulation,” says Johnston. Stay tuned for ArtXAgent’s grand opening....

  • Music & Contemporary Dance Performance June 1

    THE TIMES|May 30, 2019

    WAITSBURG—J.J. Gregg, Pavan Kanekal and Peter de Grasse will combine forces in a performance featuring sitar, tabla and contemporary dance on Sat., June 1 at 8 p.m. at ART X AGENT, located at 117 Main St. in Waitsburg. A sliding scale donation of $5-$15 is suggested at the door....

  • Walla Walla County Sheriff's Office Daily Press Board Listing

    THE TIMES|May 16, 2019

    May 11 Assist: A vehicle was stopped for suspicion of DUI on Hwy 12 and Dewitt Rd. Washington State Patrol took over the investigation. May 2 Warrant Service: A man was arrested on two misdemeanor warrants in the 900 block of Preston Ave....

  • Waitsburg Preschool/Kindergarten Registration is May 20-23

    THE TIMES|May 9, 2019

    WAITSBURG—Children who turn 5 on, or before Aug.31, 2019 and live within the Waitsburg School District boundaries are eligible to enter kindergarten in the fall. Children who turn 3 on or before Aug. 31, 2019 are eligible to register for preschool. Families living outside the district are welcome to apply, but priority will be given to families living within the district. Out-of-district families will pay tuition, currently set at $200 per month. Registration will be held in the elementary office on Mon., May 20th –Thurs., May 23. from 9 a.m...

  • Float riders needed

    THE TIMES|May 9, 2019

    WAITSBURG—The Waitsburg Alumni Association is looking for WHS graduates willing to ride in the alumni float in the Celebration Days parade. Any alumni willing to walk or ride on the float should gather at the float at the staging area before the parade on May 18....

  • Walla Walla County Sheriff's Office Daily Press Board Listing

    THE TIMES|May 2, 2019

    April 26: Theft; victim had wireless dog collar stolen in the 200 block of N B Street in Prescott. Assault; victim was assaulted by being struck in the head at home using a glass liquor bottle. Suspect arrested. Incident took place in the 200 block of Harmon Street in Waitsburg....

  • Waitsburg Home and School Carnival is Friday

    THE TIMES|May 2, 2019

    WAITSBURG—The Waitsburg Home and School Association will host its annual spring carnival from 6-8 p.m. at the Waitsburg Elementary School building on Fri., May 3. This year’s event will include games, a silent auction, food, photo booth and a bounce house. Armbands will be available for purchase for $10 each. The HASA is requesting cake walk donations, including cakes, cupcakes, bars and cookies. Items may be dropped off at the elementary school staff room. Proceeds are used to purchase school supplies for all Waitsburg stud...

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