Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Three concerts are planned for January as part of the symphony season. Guest conductor André Thomas will lead concerts on Jan 17 at Central United Protestant Church (7-9 p.m.) and Jan 18 at Walla Walla University Church (3-5 p.m.), and the youth orchestra will perform on Jan 21 at Walla Walla Community College with travel-inspired music. Union-Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Walla Walla County organizations providing services for developmental disabilities can apply for up to $300K in funding from the County Department of Community Health, with awards spread over three years. Applications are due by 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30 and proposals must support employment & self-advocacy & family resource support. Union-Bulletin
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local outdoorsman Brad Trumbo shared his November adventure (balancing hunting and photography proved challenging) after missing a shot while capturing a wild rooster pheasant and a soaring bald eagle. His experience shows the unexpected twists of nature and LARPing while offering insights to fellow enthusiasts. Waitsburg Times
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Bilingual Storytime for Children
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging bilingual stories in Spanish and English for young children.
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Bilingual Spanish/English Storytime
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories in both Spanish and English designed for children.
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International Guitar Night XXVI
7 PM – 1 AM — Gesa Power House Theatre — Ticket pricing varies — Celebrate the artistry of guitar with talented musicians from around the globe.
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Almost February Film Feast
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate film and community at this annual cinematic event.
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Bilingual Storytime for Children
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories in both Spanish and English for young listeners.
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Comedy Night with Andrew Sleighter & Tyler Boeh
5-9 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Get ready to laugh the night away with stand-up comedy from Andrew Sleighter and Tyler Boeh.
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To know the road ahead, ask those coming back.
~ Chinese Proverb
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