Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg Commercial Club announces Community Conversation at Waitsburg Town Hall on Thurs., Aug. 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This is a positive process to discuss local and regional issues of priority and concern for members of our community. The executive board of the Commercial Club encourages attendance and input. Community Conversations are used to help identify priorities and set goals to support efforts to build a better future for everyone in our region. Refreshments will be provided....
PRESCOTT – Bring your show car or just spend a relaxing afternoon in the park during Prescott’s annual car show, Aug. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Prescott Park....
Dear Editor, It is long overdue that I take the time to thank the Waitsburg Community Fire Department and Ambulance Service. Time after time you have shown your dedication and professionalism in the work that needs to be done. This happens oftentimes as a sacrifice to your families. Thank you to each of you. It is reassuring to know that in a time of need that you will be there. I feel lucky to be in the midst of such qualified and dedicated people. Thank you! John Stellwagen Waitsburg Hardware...
WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg Preschool is accepting applications. This is a free preschool program for children who are 3- or 4-years-old by August 31. Complete an application at the Waitsburg Elementary School office. Classes begin Sept. 12....
WAITSBURG - The Waitsburg City Council will hold a community meeting at 7 p.m. on Tues., Aug. 2 at Waitsburg Town Hall to discuss Nestle’s interest in potentially building a bottled water facility in Waitsburg....
WAITSBURG - Waitsburg High School will hold sports information meetings at the following times: Volleyball, Aug. 10, 7 p.m., WHS auditorium Football, Aug. 11, 7 p.m., WHS auditorium Cheerleading, Aug. 15, 7 p.m., WHS cage Cross Country, Aug. 16, WHS auditorium Athletes will be provided Sports Packets and Athletic Code of Conduct information at that time, as well as, game schedules and coach expectations. We will also review sports physicals to make sure everyone is current. Please remember sports physicals are good for two years. Athletes will...
WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg Commercial Club has distributed detailed questionnaires to local political candidates asking about their views on law enforcement and crime prevention, growth management act and zoning, economic development, emergency preparedness, citizen voice, taxing efficiency, and more. Responses to the questionnaires will be posted on the Waitsburg Commercial Club Facebook page for anyone interested in learning more about each candidate’s position....
STARBUCK – The fourth annual Swim the Snake event will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13 at the Lyons Ferry Marina. This year’s event also includes a competitive paddling/kayaking opportunity. Visit the website at www.swimthesnake.org to find times, course information, and regulations for both the paddling and swimming events. The entry fee is $25 and includes a commemorative T-shirt, swim cap, transportation from the marina to the park, a bottle of water and slice of fresh watermelon. The event is a fundraiser for the Dayton and Pom...
DAYTON – The Columbia Family Clinic will be offering $5 sports physicals for one day only, on Sat., Aug. 13 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Physicals will be given by Dr. Kyle Terry and Dr. Kurt Frauenpreis and proceeds will go to the athletic department of the school of your choice....
WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg School Board will hold a special meeting on July 27 at 7 p.m. in the Preston Hall Middle School board room located at 605 Main Street in Waitsburg. The meeting is called for the purpose of considering and acting upon the following items: -Public hearing for the 2016-17 budget. -Resolutions to fix and adopt the 2016-17 budget. -Resolution to submit a capital improvements bond to the voters for the purpose of paying for improvements and upgrades to school facilities....
WAITSBURG – Fire District No. 2 is busy planning Waitsburg’s second annual National Night Out which will take place on Tues., Aug. 2 from 5-7 p.m. at the Waitsburg City Park. Residents are reminded to mark the event on their calendars and save the date....
DAYTON – The annual Dayton High School Alumni Weekend is coming up on the weekend of Saturday, July 16th. The annual festivities include a picnic in the park, the famous alumni parade, and the annual alumni meeting at the Depot. Saturday morning at 10 a.m. the weekend kicks-off with the alumni parade. The parade will feature floats from various graduating classes over the years from DHS. Entrants are usually classes celebrating a milestone anniversary. Following the parade is the annual alumni meeting at the Depot at 11 a.m. The meeting will i...
DAYTON – The Third Annual Foodstock event will take place on Saturday, July 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Blue Mountain Station. The event will play host to vintage rock music by the group Vintage featuring Rich & Nancy Monacelli. Food will be sold by Tacos la Monarca, Hidden Valley Farms & Grassroot Gourmet, and Chew on This! among others. A Beer & Wine garden providing Walla Walla’s own wine, cider, and craft beers will be organized in support of the Bluewood Alpine Race Team. Jumpin Jellybeans of Touchet will provide a bounce house, sup...
WALLA WALLA – Anyone interested in trying out for the 2017 Walla Walla Frontier Days Royalty Court is invited to attend a mandatory informational potential candidate/parent meeting on July 18 at the Walla Walla Fairgrounds Community Center at 6 p.m. Attendees will be able to learn about what is involved in being court royalty and have the opportunity to ask questions. For more information call Director Charlie Barron at 509-629-1063, or advisors Cindy Granger 509-386-2499 or Patti Litchfield 509-386-6009....
PRESCOTT – The Prescott Joint Park and Recreation District will hold two concerts in the Prescott Park in July. The Tri-Cities Steel Drum Band will perform at 7 p.m. on July 6 and “Handpicked,” a Country Gospel Bluegrass group, will perform at 7 p.m. on July 13. The concerts are free and visitors are encouraged to bring a share or blanket to sit on. The PJPRD and the Returned Peace Corps Volunteer Committee of Prescott invite everyone to visit, swim and barbeque in the part or enjoy a meal at the local restaurant. Individual swim fees are $...
WALLA WALLA – The Olive will offer a night of live music and wine tasting on July 7 from 6-8 p.m. featuring Waitsburg Cellar wines and the band DavePaul 5. Band members are Dave Woolson and Waitsburg winemaker Paul Gregutt....
DAYTON – Come celebrate as a community at the groundbreaking ceremony on June 30 at 9 a.m. on the CCHS grounds as Columbia County Public Hospital District #1 announces the physical start of the Enhancement and Renovation Project at Dayton General Hospital. All are invited to this ceremony which includes speakers, groundbreaking by local dignitaries, cake and refreshments....
WAITSBURG – Community members of all ages are invited to grab a United States flag and join local veterans to ride or walk in the 6th annual Parade of Patriots on Waitsburg’s Main Street at noon on July 4th. The parade will depart from the fire station promptly at noon, led by veterans carrying military flags. Local veterans are strongly encouraged to be a part of the celebration. The parade will make the short jaunt to the flagpole in front of the Waitsburg Hardware Store where there will be a very short patriotic ceremony. The cel...
WAITSBURG – The July Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon will be held at Town Hall in Waitsburg on July 13 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The meal will be catered by Melissa Weatherford of Blue Mountain Station and the cost is $10. Pat Abernathy from Madras, Wash. will share about “close calls;” hair-raising adventure tales that make us ask, “Why me?” Pat is a caregiver and community event planner. She will also provide the special feature, “Fun and Flexible Time Management Strategies.” Cheryl Voth will provide musical entertainment. Re...
WAITSBURG – The Waitsburg Garden Club will tour the Walla Walla landfill on July 9. Anyone interested in attending is welcome to carpool from Susan Donegan’s home at 209 W. 4th St., with a departure time of 9:30 a.m. The tour should last 90 minutes and will include an overview in the conference room followed by a visit to the different operations sites, including the main landfill. Participants should be 12 or older. Please RSVP to Garden Club President Susan Donegan at sadonegan52@gmail.com if you would like to attend....
DAYTON – The Dayton Backroads Club is holding an Independence Day Fun Run/Walk Saturday morning beginning at 9 a.m. Runners and walkers can choose between a 12k course and a 5k course. Both runs will begin at the Dayton High School gym and follow an out-and-back course up Cemetery Road. The course includes gravel roads and some steep stretches. The 5k course has a 600-foot elevation gain, and the 12k course has a bit more. There are great views at the top. Water stations will be provided on the course and refreshments will be provided at the f...
DAYTON – Join Dayton in celebrating the 4th of July at a free community celebration at the Dayton Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on July 4. The celebration includes a flag ceremony, patriotic oratory, old-fashioned games, car corral, and live music by “Vintage.” Bring a picnic lunch to go with the free hotdogs and ice cream provided....
WAITSBURG – Award-winning Laht Neppur Brewing Co. (444 Preston Ave.) will celebrate its 10 year anniversary in Waitsburg with a gala event they are calling Big Don’s Potluck Party on July 9. The brewery will provide smoked pork, a lamb cooked with Mediterranean herbs and spices, rolls and butter, and couscous. Guests are invited to bring a dish to share or just come and enjoy. Food festivities commence at 6 p.m. but special brews will be available all day. If the parking lot is full parking is available across the street or by the par...
DAYTON – Dumas Station Winery will host a barbeque on Saturday to kick off their summer extended hours. The event will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Q will be grilling up Chicken Taco plates for $8 and Half-Rack of Ribs with salad for $12. They’ll also have picnic seating courtesy of the Walla Walla Big Big Table Company, and wines available by the glass. Starting this Friday, tasting room hours through August at Dumas Station will be 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays....
The Boldman House Museum will have a one-day exhibit of quilts in the Boldman Garden on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Approximately 25 quilts will be included in this exhibit. They demonstrate a wide variety of fabrics, patterns, and techniques. The participating quilters are all part of the Dayton community. The Boldman House Museum is located at 410 North First St. in Dayton, WA....
