Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley
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COLUMBIA COUNTY–In an emergency hearing on Wednesday September 6, 2023, the Columbia Superior Court issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) preventing the County from printing ballots for the November general election that include Proposition 2. Neighbors United for Progress asked the court for a fourteen-day TRO, citing irreparable harm to voters should the rural library district dissolution measure be placed on the ballots. A lawsuit filed by NUP on August 29, 2023, asserts that City of Dayton voters would be denied constitutional voter a...
DAYTON—“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” - After years of being sheltered from the human world, the Turtle brothers set out to win the hearts of New Yorkers and be accepted as normal teenagers. Their new friend, April O’Neil, helps them take on a mysterious crime syndicate, but they soon get in over their heads when an army of mutants is unleashed upon them. Rotten Tomatoes critics and the audiences liked this movie with 97% and 91% favorable reviews, respectively. That website’s critics summarize their reviews as “With its unique v...
DAYTON—“Oppenheimer” is an epic thriller that thrusts audiences into the pulse-pounding paradox of the enigmatic man who must risk destroying the world in order to save it. Julius Robert Oppenheimer was an American theoretical physicist and director of the Los Alamos Laboratory during World War II. He is often credited as the “father of the atomic bomb” for his role in organizing the Manhattan Project, the research and development undertaking that created the first nuclear weapons. The film stars Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer and Emil... Full story
DAYTON—The Columbia County Rural Library District Board met August 21 for its regular meeting at the Delaney Room. All board members were in attendance, joined by Library Director Ellen Brigham. “The Times” will publish an article covering the meeting in next week’s issue. During the meeting, Brigham was asked by Chair Jay Ball to let the audience know about an important service the library offers to any parent. This is not a new service, it has been available since the library’s system went online. Parents or caregivers can add notes to... Full story
DAYTON—To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken (Ryan Gosling). Margot Robbie is Barbie (plus others), and the cast of this comedy includes many well-known actors. The Rotten Tomatoes “tomatometer” has this movie at 88% favorable from the critics, and the audience agrees with an 84%. That website’s summary from critics is that “Barbie” is a visually dazzling comedy whose meta humor is smartly complemented by subversive storytelling”. The audience summar...
DAYTON-Friends and family celebrated the birthday of lifelong Dayton resident, Frances Randolf, who turned 104 years old on August 9th, 2023. She was showered with love and affection by generations of loved ones including new friends and caregivers at the Rivers Walk Assisted Living facility. "The Columbia County Health System is truly honored to have this beautiful and amazing lady as a member of our Rivers Walk community right here in her hometown," stated CCHS on its websi... Full story
DAYTON-"The Nation," a weekly magazine, published "The Small-Town Library That Became a Culture War Battleground," an article chronicling recent history and current efforts to defund the only public library in Columbia County. Over the past months, Reporter Sasha Abramsky interviewed community members who hope to defund the Rural Library Tax District and those fighting to retain the institution. The article puts Columbia County's issues in context with similar efforts nationwide. Where other... Full story
The Liberty Theater hosts live performances of “The Secret Garden” by local children and the Missoula Children’s Theater (MCT) on Friday, August 11, and Saturday August 12 at 7 pm. This is the culmination of the nearly weeklong MCT training workshop for area children. “The Secret Garden” is an original Missoula Children’s Theatre rendition that was conceived and written by Michael McGill. It is a joyful retelling of a story of hope and celebration and all good things in life. Mistress Mary Quite Contrary embarks on a journey from India to he...
DAYTON—Several local committees planning a community swimming pool in Columbia County are holding an open meeting for the public to consider a new swimming pool on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at the Delany Building from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. A PowerPoint presentation featuring examples of pools in rural communities in Southeast Washington will repeat throughout the meeting. The public is welcome to come, ask questions, and consider what our community would look like to see a new swimming pool. Residents are encouraged to come and familiarize t... Full story
DAYTON—In “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One”, Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his IMF team embark on their most dangerous mission yet: To track down a terrifying new weapon that threatens all of humanity before it falls into the wrong hands. With control of the future and the fate of the world at stake, and dark forces from Ethan’s past closing in, a deadly race around the globe begins. Confronted by a mysterious, all-powerful enemy, Ethan is forced to consider that nothing can matter more than his mission – not even the lives of th...
DAYTON—The annual Evening at the Depot Benefit Auction is August 5, 2023. The event begins with a social hour at 6 p.m. and the live auction at 7 p.m. Admission is $45 a ticket, including a beer or wine glass with the Depot logo, a charcuterie buffet by Lennie Loo, wine from Dumas Station and Red Band Cellars, and Chief Springs beer. Generous residents and businesses have donated experiences, tasty treats, collectibles, art, and jewelry. Silent auction items can be previewed at https://tinyurl.com/5n77dkj9, and live auction items are a...
DAYTON—The movie “Sound of Freedom” is based on the true story of a former Homeland Security agent turned vigilante who embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue hundreds of children from sex traffickers. RATED: PG-13 for thematic content involving sex trafficking, violence, language, sexual references, some drug references and smoking throughout. Runtime is 135 minutes. Rotten Tomatoes gave this movie 74%, saying “Sound of Freedom is an effective and suspenseful call to action against human trafficking, yet not free of issues in its depicti...
DAYTON—Harrison Ford returns to the role of the legendary hero archaeologist for this highly anticipated final installment of the iconic franchise-- a big, globe-trotting, rip-roaring cinematic adventure. According to the Rotten Tomatoes website, “Daredevil archaeologist Indiana Jones races against time to retrieve a legendary dial that can change the course of history. Accompanied by his goddaughter, he soon finds himself squaring off against Jürgen Voller, a former Nazi who works for NASA.” The critics on that website rate this movie a...
WAITSBURG-Columbia-Walla Walla Fire District 2 announced a burn ban in effect from July 17 to September 5, 2023, for the entire district, including the City of Waitsburg. The ban is an annual precaution and has gone into effect a week earlier than last year. Interim Fire Chief Coulter Mohney said the department had hoped a ban would not be necessary this year. However, the district is experiencing drier than normal conditions and increased fire incidents. He said the ban period is subject to...
DAYTON-Columbia County Health System (CCHS) welcomes Benjamin Garthoff to the new position of Patient Advocate. The position of Patient Advocate was created by CCHS as a resource to improve the patient experience. The new Patient Advocate can be reached on a direct line at (509) 382-8363. "At Columbia County Health System, we always want to ensure our patients feel that they are being taken care of and that their health is in the best hands possible. That's why we have created a new resource... Full story
DAYTON—“Asteroid City” is a poetic meditation on the meaning of life. It tells the story of a fictional American desert town circa 1955 and its Junior Stargazer convention, which brings together students and parents from across the country for scholarly competition, rest/recreation, comedy, drama, romance, and more. It has a cast of very well-known stars including Tom Hanks, Scarlet Johansson, Bryan Cranston, Matt Dillon, Steve Carrell, and many others. This movie has received some mixed ratings. The IMDb website rates this movie as 7.1 out of... Full story
DAYTON—The Columbia County Health System (CCHS) and Ocean Beach Hospital & Medical Clinics were awarded the Rural Quality Everyday Extraordinary Award from the Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA). The association recognized the hospitals at its Rural Hospital Leadership Conference on June 28 in Chelan, Wash. Columbia County Health System was chosen for its innovative approach to improving patient care through its Palliative Care Program. Program leaders set goals and succeeded in reducing emergency room visits and facilitating care goa...
DAYTON–July is Parks and Recreation Month at the Dayton Rural Library. The staff invites you to check out a state park pass, hiking or birdwatching kits, or other library resources to enjoy our region’s many natural wonders. Let the library staff help you find books and activities to expand your appreciation of the Palouse, Blue Mountains, and Washington State Parks.... Full story
DAYTON-Blue Mountain Station is hosting Foodstock 2023 on Saturday, July 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year's event features a variety of internationally influenced foods, including Mexican, Italian, American, and Asian-sample different tastes from food trucks and Blue Mountain Station vendors. There will also be a selection of wines, cider, and premium liqueurs to enjoy on the day and to take home for later. Talented musicians will provide entertainment throughout the day. Other activities... Full story
DAYTON—The Columbia County Commissioners held a public hearing on the petition to form the Columbia County Pool District on Monday, July 3, 2023. Chuck Belany and Lisa Naylor, representing the Just Friends of the Pool, presented to the board asking it to approve the resolution to put the proposition on the November 2023 ballot. The commissioners approved the resolution, starting levy, and boundaries as described in the petition. The designated boundaries of the proposed benefit areas would consist of rural, unincorporated Columbia County and th...
DAYTON—In a Facebook post dated June 30, 2023, Jessica Ruffcorn said she had successfully collected over 180 new signatures on a second petition to dissolve the Columbia County Rural Library District. “The Times” reached out to Ruffcorn but she declined to comment. The county auditor’s office has confirmed receiving the second petition and is verifying signatures. The first petition submitted to the auditor’s office by Ruffcorn did not meet the threshold of 107 signatures from unincorporated voters. Under RCW 27.12.040, only registered voters i...
“Elemental” is an all-new, original feature film set in Element City, where fire, water, land, and air residents live together. The story introduces Ember, a tough, quick-witted and fiery young woman, whose friendship with a fun, sappy, go-with-the-flow guy named Wade challenges her beliefs about the world they live in. Critics on the Rotten Tomatoes website give this Disney and Pixar movie a 76% favorable rating, and the audience gives it a 92%. Critics at the Rotten Tomatoes website summarized their review as “Elemental may not satisfy as fu... Full story
DAYTYON—Worlds collide in “The Flash” when Barry uses his superpowers to travel back in time in order to change the events of the past. But when his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned, threatening annihilation, and there are no Super Heroes to turn to. That is, unless Barry can coax a very different Batman out of retirement and rescue an imprisoned Kryptonian… albeit not the one he’s looking for. Ultimately, to save the world that he is in and retur... Full story
DAYTON—“The Little Mermaid” is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life – and her f...
DAYTON—The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hear comments on the petition to form a Columbia County Pool District. The public hearing will be held on Monday, July 3, 2023, at 10 a.m. at the Columbia County Commissioner’s Office in Dayton, Wash. Final approval of the proposal is pending the hearing.... Full story
