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Walla Walla
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Walla Walla offers a full schedule of community events including a Girls’ Night Out, an annual book sale, a wine and dine fundraiser for Little League, a Seed Swap, and Bingo for shelter pets. Activities run from Feb. 20–23 at local venues. Union-Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 12 the state Senate passed a bill requiring school board directors to get trained in school finances; the measure, prompted by Prescott School District’s financial struggles, directs regional educational service districts to provide closer oversight and support to troubled schools. Union-Bulletin
- ➤ Whitman College is hosting its annual Power and Privilege Symposium from Feb. 16 through Feb. 20 to explore belonging in spaces shaped by power — keynote speaker Raquel Willis will deliver her address today at Reid Campus Center, with additional sessions planned for later this week. Union-Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Boardman Fire Rescue District received a $30,000 grant from the Wildhorse Foundation on Feb. 17 to build a permanent helipad at its fire station, replacing a soccer field that becomes unusable in winter. The new helipad will boost rapid medical evacuations + support emergency response in all conditions. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ Governor Bob Ferguson has proposed a sales tax holiday and expanded Working Families Tax Credits if the millionaires' tax passes, which could return $141 million to families and ease the B & O tax for 170,000 small businesses by waiving part of the tax on revenue up to $2.5 million. Apple Valley News Now
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Bilingual Storytime for Kids
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Immerse your child in enchanting tales in both Spanish and English every Tuesday morning.
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Artrageous – Little Watts Family Series
2-4 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $10 – $20 — Experience family-friendly art and excitement at the engaging Artrageous matinee.
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Stage Combat & Sword Play Intensive
12:30-2 p.m. — Walla Walla Summer Theater — Not specified — Learn safe combat techniques and create your own choreography with expert instructors.
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Bilingual Storytime for Kids
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy enchanting stories in both Spanish and English for children every Tuesday morning.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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