Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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DAYTON — Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is his adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek epic poem. It was filmed using new IMAX film technology. The movie follows the mythic Greek hero Odysseus on his perilous ten-year journey home after the Trojan War. He and his soldiers encounter gods, monsters, and treacherous seas while his wife and son face turmoil in Ithaca. The cast includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, and Robert Pattinson. It is rated R for violence and some language, with a runtime of 172 minutes...
TOUCHET VALLEY - A column of up to 100 vintage military vehicles is traveling along the 2,100 miles of the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery westward route from Mandan, North Dakota to Fort Stevens, Oregon. The convoy is organized by the Military Vehicle Preservation Association, a nonprofit to support military vehicle enthusiasts, historians, educators, and collectors. Following the original path as closely as possible, the group travels an average of 150 miles a day, at 35 mph. Vehicles...
SPOKANE — In one day, community members, businesses, and organizations across the region have raised $1.55 million to support those impacted by the ongoing Spokane Complex wildfires. The Innovia Foundation established the Spokane Complex Wildfire Response Fund on August 2 to work with community partners to provide funding for immediate and long-term needs. Grants will be distributed to nonprofit organizations that provide assistance and financial support to individuals and families impacted by the wildfires. Nonprofit organizations seeking a...
KENNEWICK — For only the second time in history, the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis. Patients may already be feeling the impact, and donations are urgently needed to save lives. Summer blood donations are at a four-year low, worsening this season’s blood shortage. All blood types are needed; however, the situation is especially dire for type O blood. The supply of type O positive blood has dropped below a one-day supply. The Red Cross must limit the distribution of these blood products to hospitals. Now is the time to...
DAYTON — Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is his adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek epic poem. It was filmed using new IMAX film technology. The movie follows the mythic Greek hero Odysseus on his perilous ten-year journey home after the Trojan War. He and his soldiers encounter gods, monsters, and treacherous seas while his wife and son face turmoil in Ithaca. The cast includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya, Charlize Theron, and Robert Pattinson. It is rated R for violence and some language, with a runtime of 172 minutes...
DAYTON — “Minions & Monsters” is the rambunctious and true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood. Set in the 1920s, the film shows how Gru’s yellow, pill-shaped henchmen became movie stars, but lost everything after the introduction of “talkies”. To get back on top, the Minions decide to unleash monsters for their own movie. However, when the monsters’ true intentions are revealed, the Minions must save the world from them. The cast includes Allison Janney, Jeff Bridges, Jesse Eisenberg, Trey Parker, Bobby Moynihan, Phil LaMarr, Zoey Deu...
Walla Walla – Walla Walla County Democratic Central Committee has endorsed local, state, and Federal candidates for the August 4, 2026 primary: Derek Sarley for Washington State Legislature, 16th LD, 2nd Position, and Tim Reeves for Walla Walla County Auditor. Among a crowded field of 12 candidates for the 5th Congressional District, voters are encouraged to vote for one of the following Democrats: • David Womack (Walla Walla), • Carmela Conroy (Spokane) and • Bajun Mavalwalla (Valley) A criti...
DAYTON - Still celebrating Spain's World Cup victory? The Padraic Slattery and Chef Val Mudry are bringing Spanish-inspired cuisine to the Bobcat Room on July 25, 2026. Chef Val is offering a four-course meal between 5 and 7:30 p.m. at the cocktail bar at Hotel Hardware. Slattery, owner of the Dayton hotel, will pair his garden-to-bar cocktails with dinner through 9 p.m. This is a dine-in-only, 21+ event, and reservations are required by texting (509) 386-2448. The menu will include Tapas...
OLYMPIA — In a press release dated July 17, 2026, the Washington Secretary of State Office stated: “As expected, the information presented yesterday does not change the fact that claims of widespread election fraud have been repeatedly disproven. “What we heard last night sounds like concern about election security, when in fact this administration has dismantled the critical federal cybersecurity programs that support our elections. “We have been aware of and responding to foreign nation-state attempts on our election systems since before...
WALLA WALLA - Rhonda and Charles Nosler of Waitsburg have been members of the Walla Walla Iris Society since 2019 and currently have over 150 iris varieties. The WWIS will hold its annual sale at the Milton-Freewater Community Building on August 1 and 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Irises will be presented by name, with variety information and a photo. For newcomers to growing irises, planting and care instructions will be available. The sale will include tall, intermediate, border, miniature tall,...
WAITSBURG — The Waitsburg School’s Facilities and Maintenance staff attended a one-day seminar hosted by the Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators. Washington State Senator Perry Dozier was the keynote speaker at the event held in Othello, Washington, on June 17. Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor Brian Segraves, Ground Maintenance Tech Larry Alexenko, and Custodial Maintenance Tech Mike Dill connected with experts at the WAMOA-partner vendor show and a dozen presenters at breakout sessions. The Waitsburg tea...
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....
