Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
Good morning, Walla Walla.
🚧 Accidents
This morning, a sanitation truck in downtown caught fire when its garbage load ignited, and the driver quickly dumped it in a nearby parking lot - no one was injured.
🎓 Education
Walla Walla Public Schools said on Jan.
21 that Brandy Ross and Marit Rasmussen are permanently appointed as principals at Edison and Sharpstein elementary schools after serving as interim leaders during the first half of the 2025-2026 school year; their appointments take effect immediately.
🏛️ Government
A Walla Walla city sanitation truck caught fire Thursday morning when its driver emptied the burning garbage onto a parking lot along Poplar Street (between First and Colville), with crews extinguishing the blaze by 10 a.m. and advising residents on proper hazardous item disposal.
🎉 Walla Walla Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bilingual Storytime for Kids
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free — Stories in Spanish and English come to life for children every Tuesday.
Library Tastings @ Echolands Winery
1-3:30 p.m. — Echolands Winery - Estate Vineyard — $55 per person — Experience a guided tasting of exclusive library wines in a unique subterranean setting.
The Importance of Being Earnest - Live Cinema Screening
7-11:59 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $10-$15 — Experience a joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy through a live cinema screening.
🏠 Walla Walla Real Estate
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