Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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PENDLETON—Christmas tree permits are now available at Forest offices, several local businesses, and online by searching “Umatilla National Forest Tree Permits” at www.recreation.gov. Christmas tree permits purchased online must be printed to be valid and can only be used on Umatilla National Forest lands. Christmas tree permits cost $5 each and are limited to one per household. An additional $2.50 fee is charged for permits purchased online. Christmas tree permits are also available at Umatilla National Forest offices and local busin...
DAYTON — He saw the past, present, and future, and you can too. The live performance of “A Christmas Carol” opened last weekend at The Liberty Theater. The show runs through Dec. 6, and tickets are still available at libertytheater.org. The reviews are in with one audience member saying, “fantastic production that will transport you to a bygone era, the attention to detail is incredible, and the whole cast and crew should be proud.” While another said, “absolutely amazing play for those who haven’t seen it.” This year’s production is a r...
OLYMPIA — As families gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s important to keep fire safety in mind to ensure a safe and joyful holiday. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving Day has the highest number of home-cooking fire incidents nationwide, and residential fires are approximately three times more likely to occur on this day than on any other day of the year. The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office offers the following fire safety tips: • Watch what you cook: Keep a close eye on cooking food and never l...
My friend Brooklynn Smith and I wanted to make a cute video with the northern lights. We used her phone to record, and mine to light the scene with its flashlight. She set her camera to the Long Exposure/night mode for 30 seconds. We exported the video to TikTok to edit, speeding it up and adding the still photo at the end. We chose a soundtrack featuring an Alan Watts quote for the final product. It has gotten almost 20,000 views on Instagram....
WAITSBURG — On Tuesday, November 4, Waitsburg’s public works staff and a contracted crew encountered issues while working on the city’s waterline. The city was working on two leaks, one on the corner of Coppei and Preston Avenues. The repairs were on the same circulating line, and City Administrator Randy Hinchliffe stated that once certain valves were shut off, it created pressure zones, resulting in additional head pressure. At least one valve on the circulating water line failed due to age. The city first heard from the Waitsburg Schoo...
WAITSBURG - On Sunday at 9 p.m., an equipment malfunction caused a kitchen fire at the Whiskey C Restaurant on Preston Avenue. The business is temporarily closed due to the resulting damage. The owners Corben Ketelsen and Tommy Long said they hope to reopen within 30 days. Ketelsen said the chef, the restaurant's unsung hero over the last few years, was the only person injured. He suffered severe burns to his right arm and hand after a reaction from a possible propane leak flashed in his face...
OLYMPIA - Organic baby formula, ByHeart, has recalled all of its products nationwide on Tuesday, after federal and state health agencies began investigating an outbreak of botulism linked to powdered infant formula produced by ByHeart. Fifteen infants in 12 states have been hospitalized, including one infant from Lewis County, Washington. All of the reported outbreak cases were associated with the consumption of ByHeart brand powdered infant formula. ByHeart has voluntarily recalled the f...
WAITSBURG—Voting in the November 4, 2025, general election closed on Tuesday, 8 p.m. The following are the initial results for the five competitive races in Dayton and Waitsburg. CANDIDATE – VOTE – VOTE % Waitsburg Mayor Marty Dunn* – 198 – 82.50% Brad Sandau – 42 – 17.50% Waitsburg City Council P1 Kevin House* – 220 –91.29% Cindy Daves – 21 – 8.71% Waitsburg City Council P2 Jim Romine* – 196 – 98.49% Write-in – 3 – 1.51% City Council P3 Bart Baxter – 60 –25.42% Brian Richards – 176 – 74.58% Waitsburg Parks & Rec Pool Levy Yes – 122 – 40....
OLYMPIA — Every year from October 15 to December 7, Medicare allows recipients to switch plans. And we all know that Medicare can be a confusing topic. Plans can change every year, so it’s essential to review yours to ensure it still works for you. Choose reputable sources for information. Talk with your employer’s HR representatives. Utilize official government websites, including Healthcare.gov, Medicare.gov, Medicaid.gov, and wahealthplanfinder.org. Familiarlize yourself with medical and insurance terminology to understand deduc...
WAITSBURG - The City of Waitsburg has made a leaf bin available to residents for bagged or unbagged leaves. The bin was delivered to the city shop area, accessable from the alley behind the Sinclair gas station on the corner of Preston and Coppei. It will be open Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on Saturdays between 7 a.m. and noon....
“A Christmas Carol” DAYTON — Tickets are on sale now for the Liberty Theater 2025 Fall Production, “A Christmas Carol.” There will be 14 performances between November 13 and December 6. Rehearsals are in the final stages for “A Christmas Carol,” which combines the classic of the same title by Charles Dickens, published in 1843, and the short story, “The Gift of the Magi,” published by O. Henry in 1905. Woven together, these two stories become one tale, in which the hard-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge is confronted with the choice between a self-im...
DAYTON — Casper (voiced by Malachi Pearson) is a kind young ghost who peacefully haunts a mansion in Maine. When paranormal therapist James Harvey (Bill Pullman) arrives to communicate with the mansion’s spirits, he brings along his teenage daughter, Kat (Christina Ricci). Casper falls for Kat, but their budding relationship is complicated not only by his transparent state but also by his troublemaking apparition uncles and their mischievous antics. The cast includes Christina Ricci, Bill Pullman, Cathy Moriarty, Eric Idle, Dan Aykroyd, Mel...
KENNEWICK/YAKIMA—The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to help curb a drop in donor turnout this fall. Donors of all blood types and those giving platelets are asked to book a donation time at a Red Cross blood donation center or community blood drive to help hospitals get the tools they need to care for patients ahead of the holidays. As a thank-you, the Red Cross will give donors from Oct 27 through Nov 16, 2025, $20 gift cards and a chance to win one of three $5,000 prizes. See RedCrossBlood.org/harvest for m...
DAYTON — Based on an unbelievable true story, “Roofman” follows Jeffrey Manchester (Channing Tatum), an Army veteran and struggling father. He turns to robbing McDonald’s restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs, earning him the nickname: Roofman. After escaping prison, he hides inside a Toys “R” Us for six months, surviving undetected while planning his next move. But when he falls for Leigh (Kirsten Dunst), a divorced mom drawn to his undeniable charm, his double life begins to unravel, setting off a compelling and suspenseful game of cat...
WALLA WALLA - The 1,600 marchers were added to the estimated seven million protesters who came out for the No Kings March nationally on October 18, 2025. The peaceful demonstrators showed up with dogs, friends, kids, in costume, and homemade signs. The peaceful march started at the courthouse and continued through downtown on Main Street to Spokane Street where it crossed the street and returned to the courthouse....
STARBUCK, WA. — The Starbuck bridge will be closed from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on October 21, 2025, for routine inspection. Motorists should use alternate routes or may be delayed up to 30 minutes....
DAYTON — The musical “Hamilton” is a Tony, Grammy, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning hit on stage and in the cinema. The movie version combines the best elements of live theater and film with a blend of music from hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway. The story of one of America’s founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton, was a revolutionary moment in theater. It tells the story of America then, told by America now. The cast includes writer and director Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daveed Diggs, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Jasmine Cephas Jones, Anthony Ramos,...
Fiesta En Jalisco After 12 years of delicious service in Dayton, the owners of Fiesta En Jalisco are closing the restaurant on October 25, 2025. They expressed appreciation to the community where their kids were students at Dayton schools, participated in 4H, the county fair, and sports. "It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to this wonderful community. You will always be in our hearts, and we will always be so grateful for the years that you supported us," the family posted on Facebook....
DAYTON — The American Association of University Women Candidates Forum will be held October 15, 2025 at the Liberty Theater in Dayton, Washington. Doors open at 6:30pm and the forum begins at 7:00p. m. All candidates running for office have been invited to speak. Dayton City Council Positions 3, 5, and 7 Port Commissioner District 1 Columbia County Pool District Dayton School Board Public Hospital District Fire Districts 1 and 3...
WAITSBURG - The district has approved and submitted a resolution to Walla Walla County, seeking 60 cents per $1,000 in assessed property value, and this proposal will appear on the November ballot. The Waitsburg Parks and Recreation District and Friends of the Waitsburg Pool (a project of Rural Youth Enrichment Services) are working to get a new Waitsburg pool shovel-ready, and passing a levy to build and maintain the pool for years to come is the next step. Commissioners in January voted to...
DAYTON -The Rainier Beer Movie, "Rainier: A Beer Odyssey," is an independent feature film on the iconic, groundbreaking Rainier Beer TV commercials, which ran from 1974 to 1987. The theater invites patrons to enjoy a can of Rainier while watching the story on the groundbreaking Rainier Beer advertising campaign. Directed and edited by Isaac Olsen and produced by The Peterson Brothers. Advanced tickets on sale now at libertytheater.org or at the Box Office. Tickets will also be available at the...
WALLA WALLA — Washington Water Trust will host its third annual benefit screening of the Fly Fishing Film Tour at Gesa Power House Theatre in Walla Walla on Thursday, Oct. 23. The event will feature new movies, a silent auction of items donated by local businesses, and a gear raffle. Proceeds restore water to local rivers and streams, including the Walla Walla River, Touchet River, and Mill Creek. Tickets are now available online and will be sold at the theatre on Oct. 23 after 6 p.m. To buy advance tickets to the Fly Fishing Film Tour and s...
WAITSBURG - Waitsburg Elementary held its first PRIDE awards assembly of the year on Friday, October 3. Each classroom teacher, K-6, recognized two students who emphasized the "P" in PRIDE by being prepared in September. Certificates were awarded to: Kindergarten: Liam Flores and Evie Watson 1st grade: Kimber Deal and Ethan Hays 2nd grade: Ember Adams and Val Nokes 3rd grade: Violet Watkins and Cheyanne Hopkins 4th grade: Jace Jadin and Jesse Jadin 5th grade: Victoria Roberts and Isaac Knudson...
DAYTON — “The Senior,” directed by Rod Lurie (“The Outpost,” “The Contender”), is based on the autobiography, “The Senior: My Amazing Year as a 59-Year-Old College Football Linebacker” by Mike Flynt and Don Yaeger. In 1971, Flynt was expelled from Sul Ross State University’s football team, losing his senior season, something he regretted for decades. In 2007, at age 59, he discovered he still had eligibility left, and rejoined the team. He became the oldest contributing player in NCAA history, inspiring many with his story of redemption. Mich...
WALLA WALLA - The Kirkman House Museum's annual Sheep to Shawl and open house is this Saturday, October 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The unique learning event is free for all ages. Kids will love visiting sheep to learn where wool's journey begins, and the demonstrations take visitors through the processes that end in beautiful knits. Experts will demonstrate wool carding, dyeing, spinning, and weaving. There will be lace making and knitting on a vintage sock machine. Local artisans will have a sel...
