Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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DAYTON – The Dayton School Board met in the high school library at 5:30 p.m. on February 6, 2025. Dayton School District Superintendent Jeremy Wheatley, Business Manager Jana Eaton, Board Chair Jeffrey McCowen, and board members Aneesha Dieu, Grant Griffin, and Ryan Paulson were present. The sole purpose of this meeting was to select a new board member from candidates who applied for the position. Candidates were Melissa Gemmell, Brenda Henderson, Katie Lied, and Pat Davidson. Board members separately interviewed each candidate for about 30 m...
DAYTON — Nominated for eight Academy Awards, “Conclave” follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events, the selection of the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence uncovers a trail of deep secrets left in the dead Pope’s wake, secrets that could shake the foundations of the Church. “Carrying o...
DAYTON - The snowmobiling community in Dayton hosted the 2025 Washington State Snowmobile Association's Winter Rendezvous. Local chapter president, LaRhonda McCauley co-chaired the event that helped raise funds for the WSSA Legal Action Fund to protect motorized winter recreation. Over three days, there were adventures for every riding style and evening events at the Dayton Fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday. There were trivia games, a silent auction, basket raffle, a photo contest, and guest...
Columbia County - With fresh snow, it is a great time for a trip to the Jasper Mountain Reserve. The privately owned, nonprofit reserve has 330 square miles of diverse terrain and offers year-round outdoor recreational options. The cross-country ski trails are groomed for classic and skate skiing. JMR President Hartmut Stecher shared the following visitor's information: Road Conditions: Payne Hollow Road, the road to the reserve may be plowed, though Columbia County usually clears it. In the...
DAYTON — Nominated for 8 Academy Awards, Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan in James Mangold’s “A Complete Unknown,” the electric true story behind the rise of one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history. Set in New York in the early 1960s, when the 19-year-old Dylan came to the West Village from Minnesota during a time of vibrant music and tumultuous cultural upheaval. With his guitar and talent, he was destined to change the course of American music. He formed close relationships with musicians from the folk movement...
DAYTON — The Port of Columbia commissioners have scheduled a workshop to discuss the potential sale of the port-owned rail line for February 5 at 5 p.m. The meeting will be available on Zoom through the link at https://portofcolumbia.org. The rail operator, Columbia Rail, has expressed interest in purchasing the rail and right of way from the port. An assessment of the rail and property has been completed, and Chair Bryan is pursuing the matter. The agenda for the workshop has not yet been posted but should be available before the meeting. T...
DAYTON — The Liberty Theater will present a live production of“The Witch in 204” from January 24 through 26. Don’t let the title fool you; this is not a Halloween show. It is a tale that weaves ageless romance with the magic of true love through the lives of some 55+ seniors. This entertaining and hilarious sequel to Barbara Pease Weber’s popular play “Seniors of the Sahara” revisits Sylvie’s hopes of living happily ever after with Eugene. Her hopes soon dissipate when the next-door neighbor turns out to be Eugene’s mysterious former...
DAYTON — Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet. The cast includes Jim Carrey, James Marsden, Krysten Ritter, Idris Elba, and Keanu Reeves. “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” received an 88% favorable rating from the criti...
DAYTON — The Coalition for Youth and Families has updated and gone live with its website. The welcoming site gives information about the organization, including its key values on health, education, safety, research and prevention science, and family. The coalition uses the Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI) model to increase access to public resources for the best possible outcomes in prevention. The website provides information on events and encourages membership and community involvement. Meetings of the Coalition for Y...
DAYTON — “Mufasa: The Lion King” enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny—their bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a threatening and deadl...
DAYTON — The Columbia County Rural Library has entered into a Reciprocal Borrowing Agreement with neighboring libraries. Patrons can obtain free library cards from the following reciprocating libraries: Richland Public Library Mid-Columbia Libraries Walla Walla County Rural Library District Walla Walla Public Library Columbia County Rural Library District...
DAYTON — This year, Bluewood Ski Resort offers two-hour snowmobile adventures for riders aged 18 and over. The guided tour covers 64 miles through Bluewood’s backcountry in the Umatilla National Forest. The 2024 Polaris Snowmobiles can be booked for single or double riders and are included in the price with helmets and goggles. Boots, jackets, bibs, and gloves are available for rent—$ 30 for all, $10 per piece. Prepare for your adventure by wearing adequate winter clothing, including winter socks and snow boots, waterproof gloves, snow pants...
DAYTON — The Columbia County Rural Library is asking students in grades 7 through 12, or homeschool equivalent, to participate in the library’s Teen Advisory Group. The group meets monthly at the library to help improve services for tweens and teens. Participants lend their voices to create programs and activities as they develop leadership skills. They can also earn volunteer hours for school. Anyone interested can get more information or sign up by calling, stopping by the library, or at http://ccrld.org/teen-advisory-grou...
DAYTON— So much happened before Dorothy dropped into Oz. “Wicked,” is the feature-film adaptation of the musical phenomenon seen by more than 50 million fans around the world. The familiar characters and hit songs in the show The New York Times called “the defining musical of the decade” comes to the big screen as the untold story of the Witches of Oz. “Wicked” received an 88% favorable rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. They said it “defies gravity with its magical pairing of Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Wicked’s sheer bravura and cha...
DAYTON — “Moana 2” will be shown on December 27, 28, and 29. The movie will not be shown on Tuesday. The movie follows Moana after receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors. She must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. “Moana 2” is still going strong after being the biggest Thanksgiving Day opening in history with a massive $386 million box office. Don’t miss “Moana 2” on this second and final weekend at The Liberty. The movie is rated PG...
WAITSBURG — “Moana 2” Walt Disney Animation Studios’ epic animated musical reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. The Rotten Tomatoes critics’ consensus says “Riding high on a wave of stunning animation even when its story runs adrift, “Moana 2” isn’t as inspired as the ori...
DAYTON - Rosemary's Place, working under the guidance of YWCA Walla Walla & Columbia Counties, was awarded a $7,500 grant from the Puget Sound Energy Foundation. This generous donation will support childcare assistance programs, helping put quality, licensed childcare in reach of more Columbia County families. RoseMary's Place, located on the Columbia County Healthcare System campus in Dayton, Wash., is licensed to care for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers ages 6 weeks to 6 years. To learn...
WAITSBURG — Based on the beloved book, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" centers on the Herdmans -- absolutely the worst kids in the history of the world. But this Christmas, they’re taking over their local church Pageant -- and they just might unwittingly teach a shocked community the true meaning of Christmas. The cast includes Lauren Graham, Judy Greer, and Pete Holmes. The Rotten Tomatoes critics’ consensus says, “Decking the halls with unflappable charm and sincere spiritual conviction, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is winningly wholesom...
DAYTON — Join Santa for Breakfast at the Dayton First Congregational UCC Church on Decemeber 14 at 8 a.m. The congregation invites the public to participate in this holiday tradition, which has been hosted by the church for over 40 years. “No charge for lots of fun and breakfast too,” said Rev. Deborah R. Tyler....
DAYTON - "The Town That Still Believes" sparkled with light from Dayton's Christmas Kickoff Parade on Friday, November 29. Fire Trucks, buses, big rigs, a marching band, floats, tractors, and Santa appeared in the parade, followed by the lighting of the giant Christmas tree at the corner of Elk Drug. Santa greeted kids around the tree while the community sang Christmas carols. The city enjoyed a fireworks show presented by Alpha Pyrotechnics at the end of the night's festivit...
DAYTON—The Grinch tells the story of a cynical grump who goes on a mission to steal Christmas, only to have his heart changed by a young girl’s generous holiday spirit. Funny, heartwarming and visually stunning, it’s a universal story about the spirit of Christmas and the indomitable power of optimism. Academy Award® nominee Benedict Cumberbatch lends his voice to the infamous Grinch, who lives a solitary life inside a cave on Mt. Crumpet with only his loyal dog, Max, for company. With a cave rigged with inventions and contraptions for his day-...
DAYTON - After its first year, Columbia County Parks & Recreation Pool District continues to move forward after voters approved the one-year excess levy requested by the district's board. Voters approved the creation of the unfunded pool-specific Parks & Recreation District on November 7, 2023. Since then, the elected board has worked to set up a functioning, legal municipal entity to pursue funding opportunities through grants, donations, and legislative support to revive the county's pool....
DAYTON —The Liberty Theater and TVAC Productions will present “Fiddler on the Roof” premiering on November 14 and running through December 7, 2024. The musical is based on “Tevye and his Daughters” and other stories by Sholem Aleichem. Tevye, a poor dairyman in the village of Anatevka, tries to maintain his Jewish religious and cultural traditions as outside influences encroach upon his family’s lives. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his five daughters and instill them with traditional...
DAYTON — In the movie “White Bird,” kindness can save lives. Julian Albans, the bully who left Beecher Prep, is visited by his Grandmère from Paris and is transformed by her remarkable story of compassion and courage. As a girl in Nazi-occupied France, the young Grandmère goes into hiding with the help of a schoolmate, a young man who risks everything to give her a chance to survive. Together, they find beauty and love in the secret world of their own creation. From Marc Forster (director of Finding Neverland and Christopher Robin) and based o...
Spokane — The Columbia County Children’s Fund at Innovia is awarding grants totaling $6,000 to organizations serving youth in Columbia County. The grantees selected were Touchet Valley Arts Council, Tri-State Steelheaders, and LaunchNW. “Ensuring that children have access to exceptional education and extracurricular activities is essential to creating vibrant and sustainable communities,” says Nolan Glueckert, Regional Engagement Manager of the Southern Region at Innovia Foundation. “Innovia is partnering with the Columbia County Children...
