Week of March 12, 2026
Week of March 12, 2026
DAYTON - The Dollar General store at 221 West Main Street in Dayton is now open. To celebrate, the company invites the community to a grand opening event on Saturday, March 14, at 8 a.m. Join the Dayton Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome the new business. The first 50 adults will enjoy $10 gift cards, and the first 100 customers will receive a DG tote bag. "At Dollar General, we believe the addition of our new Dayton store provides positive economic growth for the...
This season, Caris Lynch is coaching the Waitsburg golf team. All of Lynch's players are new to the sport. "We have a lot of talent, and I know the boys will do good things this year," said Lynch. The team is Victor Whitmore, Jake Lynch, Cody Coulston, Gavin Mikesell, Blake Benevides, Camdyn Vories, and Landen Henry. The first JV tournament will be at Pomeroy on March 20, and the varsity's first tournament will be on March 23 at Wine Valley. Track coaches Dan Nechodom and Hunter Wallace are...
Softball Coach Tracy Daniel is looking forward to a successful season. The Cardinals have not fielded a team in a few years. The team is working hard, encouraging and supporting each other as they strengthen their fundamentals and knowledge of the game. The young team will look to junior Ava Childers and sophomores Jemma Anderson and Audrey Walker for leadership and guidance. "This group will continue to grow and become stronger every day. We look forward to the community coming out and...
Waitsburg Middle School's girls' basketball team won both the "B" and the "A" game against Touchet in Waitsburg on Monday, March 2. In the last game of the season, the "B" team won 35-10. Emma Langford scored four points and had three steals. Adalin Acevedo scored six points and had five steals. Shylo Hedges rebounded six, and Peyton Childers scored three points, had three steals, and rebounded six. Oaklee Adams scored four points, stole three, and rebounded nine. Lillian Carpenter scored...
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed 26 measles cases across four counties this year, marking an increase from the three cases reported in a single county on January 16. The 26 measles cases reported in the first two months of 2026 are more than double the 12 cases reported in 2025. Over half of the measles cases reported in Washington in 2026 are linked to an outbreak, defined as three or more related cases. No measles outbreaks were reported in 2025....
WALLA WALLA — Washington School Retirees’ Appreciation Week will be observed March 17 through 21, 2026. It recognizes the ongoing, long-term impact of retired public-school educators and staff on schools and communities. The Washington State School Retirees Association (WSSRA) serves over 17,000 members by offering advocacy, insurance, and scholarships. School staff who are currently employed may also be members of WSSRA. The Walla Walla Columbia School Retirees’ Association, Unit 31, represents retired and active school employees...
WALLA WALLA - The Walla Walla – Tambasasayama Sister City Committee will unveil two bronze statues of Japanese Dekansho dancers on Saturday, March 21, at 4 p.m. on the Friendship Bridge in downtown Walla Walla. A delegation of Tambasasayama high school students and chaperones, in Walla Walla for a week-long cultural exchange, will be present for the unveiling. This marks the completion of the Friendship Bridge Project, celebrating the 50th Anniversary (1972-2022) of the Walla Walla and...
DAYTON — The sequel to the 2018 standout hit “I Can Only Imagine” continues the true story of the band MercyMe’s lead singer Bart Millard. After the breakout success of their hit song “I Can Only Imagine,” Millard is living the dream of sold-out arenas, a devoted fanbase, and a thriving career. But Bart’s world begins to shift under the weight of devastating challenges, including his son Sam’s life-changing diagnosis. As Bart struggles to hold his family together, his wife Shannon becomes the family’s anchor by caring for...
NEW YORK, NY - This month, items from the Jim Irsay collection are being auctioned by Christie's. Jim Irsay inherited the Indianapolis Colts from his father and served as the principal owner, chairman, and CEO until his death in May 2025. The billionaire built a collection based on his interests in popular culture and music. It is considered one of the largest and most significant guitar collections, including instruments originally owned by Elvis, Prince, The Beatles, The Stones, and Johnny...
WAITSBURG - The following Waitsburg Elementary students received P.R.I.D.E recognition for preparedness at the March 6 assembly: Kindergarten: Vivian Mewes and Joanna "Jo Jo" Giacalone 1st: Vera Ahler and Greyson Moore 2nd: Ayla Brabant and Kennedy Henze 3rd: Finley Huxoll and Corben Brock 4th: Vaida Langford and Clayton Katsel 5th: Elise Pearson and Julian Gillentine 6th: Oaklee Adams and Arya Hillman P.R.I.D.E. is a Waitsburg School program to highlight the traits of...
Fifteen Years Ago March 10, 2011 Members, parents, siblings and coaches from 17 eastern Washington youth wrestling teams gathered in Waitsburg for the first tournament of the five-week Little Guys wrestling season. The 10 a.m. flag salute at Kison Court included an Honor Guard. Nearly 500 competitors participated in this first big tournament hosted by Waitsburg. Columbia County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Joe Helm checks the speed of oncoming traffic on Highway 12 in Dayton on Tuesday....
Thursday, Dec. 11 Breakfast Pancake on a stick Lunch Chicken Alfredo Breadstick Fruit and Vegetable Friday, Dec. 12 Breakfast Breakfast Burrito Lunch Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza Fruit & Vegetable Monday, Dec. 15 Breakfast Breakfast Pizza Lunch Hamburger Tater Tots Fruit & Vegetable Tuesday, Dec. 16 Breakfast Biscuits & Gravy Lunch Nachos Fruit & Vegetables Wednesday, Dec. 17 Breakfast Ultimate Breakfast Round Lunch Turkey Sandwich Fruit &...
