Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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DAYTON — Columbia County Health System received the Gold-level Rural Hospital Achievement of Quality Excellence from the Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA) for its work to improve patient safety and quality of care. The award was presented at the WSHA Rural Hospital Leadership Conference in Chelan on June 28, 2026. Gold is the highest achievement, and the WSHA recognized CCHS at this level after evaluating the hospital’s achievements in fall prevention, sepsis care, and opioid harm prevention. “This recognition reflects the dedic...
OLYMPIA — Primary voting begins July 17, the following are the dates and deadlines for Wash. voters: July 17 – Start of 18-day voting period (through Election Day). Ballots are mailed out and Accessible Voting Units (AVUs) are available at voting centers. July 27 – Online and mail registrations must be received 8 days before Election Day. Register to vote in person during business hours and any time before 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. August 4 – Deadline for Washington State voter registration or updates (in person only). August 4 – Primary -...
DAYTON — Before he was the Father of a Nation, he was a soldier fighting to survive. In “Young Washington,” a single misstep thrusts young George Washington into the center of a global conflict, testing his honor, loyalty, and courage. The cast includes William Franklyn-Miller as George Washington, Mary Louise Parker as Martha, Ben Kingsley, and Kelsey Grammer. Rated PG-13 for sequences of intense war violence and some bloody imagery; runtime: 125 minutes. The Rotten Tomatoes audience rated the film at 92%. One member wrote, “From the opening...
WAITSBURG - Waitsburg voters had an opportunity to hear from 14 Walla Walla County candidates at the Waitsburg Town Hall on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. The candidate forum was sponsored by the Waitsburg Commercial Club and moderated by Joy Smith and Virginia Romine. Approximately 70 people attended the two-hour event. The candidates gave opening statements and answered questions from the moderators and audience. The candidates who attended are running in state and county races, including...
WAITSBURG - The Cascade of History podcast will be recording for later broadcast during the Mythical/Movable Blue Mountain Bluegrass Jam on Friday, July 17. The jam will be held at the historic Mikkelsen Barn from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Cascade of History podcast producer and host, Feliks Banel, will be speaking with people at the jam between songs or outside the barn. The podcast presents news and stories about people who study and add to the history of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and British...
All members of the United States Men’s National Soccer Team must meet FIFA rules to qualify. This includes players who were born in the United States, born outside of the country to an American parent, have an American-born grandparent, or are naturalized citizens. One day after the Supreme Court ruled against President Trump’s executive order limiting birthright citizenship, the president intervened on behalf of USMNT striker Folarin Balogun, who had received a red card and a one-game suspension. Balogun was allowed to play in the kno...
DAYTON — The toys are back in Disney and Pixar’s animated “Toy Story 5,” and this time it’s toy meets tech. Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen), Jessie (Joan Cusack), and the rest of the gang’s jobs are challenged when they come face-to-face with Lilypad (Greta Lee), a brand-new tablet device. Lilypad has her own ideas about what is best for the toys’ kid, Bonnie. Will playtime ever be the same? The “Toy Story 5” additional cast includes Tony Hale, Conan O’Brien, and Greta Lee. Rated PG for some thematic elements and rude humor, and h...
OLYMPIA — Civic engagement, financial literacy, a completed resume, applying to college, joining the military, registering to vote, researching financial aid—despite their importance, Washington’s graduating seniors lack consistent access to these critical foundations for lifelong financial and educational success. State Superintendent Chris Reykdal has a proposal to close that gap: a senior year postsecondary launch course. A year-long course taken by all graduating seniors, designed with their next steps in mind. “Students are graduat...
WALLA WALLA — On June 30, 2026, the Allen Family Philanthropies announced $5 million in new funding for ten organizations supporting creative youth development programs in Washington State. The Little Theatre of Walla Walla was one of the funded programs, joining Hilltop Artists, Mi Chiantla, Schack Art Center, Spark Central, The Bridge Music Project, The Mockingbird Society, United Territories of Pacific Islanders Alliance, Whatcom Family YMCA, and Young Women Empowered. The Little Theatre of Walla Walla received over $482,000 to expand its t...
On July 9, veterans who participated in The Red Badge Project will share their stories with the Walla Walla community. The project was established by former Army Captain Evan Bailey, and actor and Air Force Veteran Tom Skerritt to help improve the lives of veterans by giving them storytelling skills. Storytelling can help participants manage challenges, including those stemming from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury. The project offers classes for veterans through the Veteran Centers in Walla Walla, Seattle, Federal...
WAITSBURG — Waitsburg Commercial Club and Waitsburg Town Hall have invited all 2026 candidates for Walla Walla County Offices and Legislative District 16, Positions 1 & 2, to a candidate forum on Wednesday, July 8. The event at Waitsburg Town Hall will begin with an informal meet-and-greet at 6 p.m. Moderators Virginia Romine and Joy Smith will start the forum at 6:30 p.m. Each candidate will have two minutes to introduce themselves to the audience. After introductions, the audience will be invited to ask questions of specific candidates who w...
“Disclosure Day” is Steven Spielberg’s sci-fi thriller about the lead-up to a worldwide revelation that humanity is not alone. The film follows a TV meteorologist and a whistleblower whose actions could expose proof of extraterrestrial life, sparking global consequences. Teased as a blend of mystery, tension, and Spielberg’s signature wonder, it’s set to deliver spectacle, big ideas, and emotional impact, making it one of 2026’s most anticipated releases. The cast includes Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth, Colman Domingo. It is rated P...
WAITSBURG — Celebrate the country’s 250th Anniversary on Saturday, the July 4th, at the Bruce House. Children of all ages are invited to decorate their bikes and meet at the bank parking lot before noon to be in the parade with the Veterans. Enjoy a free lunch and flag raising ceremony....
PORTLAND — Statewide fire restrictions remain in effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands throughout Oregon and Washington. Many local regions have additional restrictions in place. BLM leaders encourage all visitors to be aware of active restrictions and closures posted at the BML website https://tinyurl.com/mu8dp2us. Visitors should research their destinations in advance, as restrictions vary by location and jurisdiction. The use of fireworks, exploding or metallic targets, steel component ammunition (core or jacket), tracer o...
WALLA WALLA — The city of Walla Walla will host an Independence Day fireworks display on July 4, 2026, beginning at approximately 10 p.m. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held at Walla Walla Community College, 500 Tausick Way, Walla Walla. “These shows are always a highlight of the year for our community,” said Walla Walla City Manager Elizabeth Chamberlain. “We invite everyone to join us to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.” Pyrotechnics firm Western Display of Canby, Oregon, will produce the show, which is expected...
WAITSBURG - The Waitsburg Commercial Club organized a free watch party at the Waitsburg Farigrounds to cheer the U.S. team as it beat Australia, 2 -0, in a World Cup soccer game on Friday, June 19. The game was the US team's second match and its first played in Seattle for the 2026 World Cup. The USMNT opened the tournement with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay l advancing the team to Round 32. It marks the team's first group‑stage topping since 2010. The commercial club hosted over thirty people f...
WAITSBURG - Kim Hamann organized the Class of 2026 Waitsburg High School graduation on June 5, finished her second year of teaching at WHS on June 11, and on June 13, she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a 3.9 GPA from Central Washington University with a Master of Science in Family and Consumer Science Education. Hamann, a 2014 WHS alumna, graduated from Walla Walla Community College in 2017 with an Associate of Arts degree in Human Services and a certificate in Adolescent Studies, graduated...
WAITSBURG —The Columbia Walla Walla Fire District #2 is hosting its annual Firewise meeting on Thursdy, June 25, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m at the fire station on 232 Main Street in Waitsburg. The meeting will focus on issues the FireDistrict #2 will face in the upcoming fire season. Topics will include preparation for the fire season, defensive space, and becoming aquainted with local and regional fire response partners. CWWDF#2 Fire Chief Matt Spring, representitives from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, U.S. National F...
DAYTON — The Mandalorian and Grogu embark on their most thrilling mission yet in Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu,” an all-new Star Wars adventure. The Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. To protect the gains from the rebellion, the fledgling New Republic enlists the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu. The cast includes Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, Jeremy Allen White and Martin Scorsese. It is rated PG-13 for sci...
WALLA WALLA — Greg Tompkins withdrew from the Walla Walla County Auditor race. In a press release, dated June 13, 2024, Tompkins said he ended his candidacy to serve as the interim manager of the Walla Walla County Fairgrounds and to focus on the upcoming Walla Walla Fair and Frontier Days. “I entered the County Auditor’s race because I care deeply about Walla Walla County and believe in effective, honest and accessible county government,” Tompkins said. “That same commitment is what leads me to step away from the campaign at this time. The...
DAYTON — The Jasper Mountain Reserve annual trail race is for recreational and elite runners to push their skills on the reserve’s maintained trails while raising money for the nonprofit. The race is on June 20, and early arrival for camping is encouraged. Camping begins June 18 and is included in the event fee. More details about the event and sign-ups are on the race website by scanning the QR code on the right. Jasper Mountain Reserve Saturday, June 20, 2026 7 a.m. – 10 p.m....
DAYTON — Father’s Day is a special weekend in Dayton, featuring the All Wheels Classic Car show on Main Street. This year, on Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., pump car rides will be available at the Historic Dayton Depot. Riders must be 40″ or taller at the shoulder. No loose clothing, bare feet, or sandals will be permitted. Admission to the Depot is free, so check out the current exhibit upstairs, shop in the Museum Shop, and experience railroad history....
WAITSBURG — Luke Chavez, co-founder of Ten Ton Coffee and writer for “The Times,” has graduated with distinction from Western Washington University in Bellingham. He earned a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and graduated on Saturday, June 13, 2026. “The Times” is hosting a celebration for Luke at the Royal Block in Waitsburg on Thursday, June 18, after 5 p.m. Come toast the graduate with sparkling wine and encourage Luke to read a few poetry selections from his thesis....
Spokane – This summer, Innovia’s Longest Table program will help communities in Eastern Washington and North Idaho come together and strengthen connections with a meal. Microgrants of up to $2,500 will support at least 60 Longest Table events between June 1 and September 30. The Longest Table is a growing movement built on a simple, powerful idea: sharing a meal. Community members across the nation are gathering in public spaces to sit down with one another and build new relationships. The nation marks 250 years, this initiative offers an opp...
Pickleball Camp June 23, 24, 25 9 & older @ 9:30 to11 Preston Park Soccer Camp June 23, 24, 25 5 – 6 yrs. @ 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 7 – 8 yrs. @ 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Preston Park Softball/Baseball Camp July 7, 8, 9 6 – 9 yrs. @ 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 10 – 12 yrs @ 10 - 11 a.m. WHS Baseball Field Skateboard Camp July 16, 17, 18 9-10 a.m. 5 - 7 yrs old 10 - 11 a.m. 8 yrs & up Waitsburg Skate Park Volleyball Camp July 21, 22, 23 8 – 12 yrs old WHS Gym Football Camp July 28, 29, 30 7 – 12 yrs @ 9 to11 a.m. W...
