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Walla Walla
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Blue Mountain Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications from nonprofit groups in Walla Walla, Columbia and Umatilla counties. The foundation offers three programs—Warren Community Action Fund with a March 29 deadline, Dayton/Columbia County Fund with an April 15 deadline and Shindig Grants with an April 28 deadline—to support local projects in health, education and youth activities. Union-Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three finalists for the next superintendent of Walla Walla Public Schools have been selected, including Ben Gauyan, Patricia Rodriguez, and Mark Wenzel. The public is invited to meet the finalists on March 27. Union-Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Blue Mountain Land Trust will host its Celebrate the Blues fundraiser dinner from 6-9 p.m. on April 19 at Abeja Winery to support conservation work—tickets cost $150 and proceeds will fund trail improvements and environmental education. Union-Bulletin
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The Washington Department of Financial Institutions warned today that scammers are using real government documents to create fake investment education foundations that lure investors with promises of 'risk-free' trials and loans. The scam directs users to free trial platforms before asking them to invest real money — caution is urged on offers received via social media, email, or phone. KONA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Walla Walla County Superior Court will hold a public meeting on April 10 at 6 p.m. in the County Commissioners training room at 314 W. Main St. to explain a new adult pretrial supervision program—funded by a grant that will expand electronic monitoring and Sentry urinalysis testing. Union-Bulletin
- ➤ Walla Walla police will host a town hall meeting on drugs and gangs at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 3 at the police department on Moore St+ community members must register in advance since space is limited. The meeting will update the public on local trends and support efforts for prevention. Union-Bulletin
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Deep Sea Diver Concert
7-11 p.m. | The Motor Co. | Ticket prices vary | Experience a live performance by Byland in the heart of Walla Walla.
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Spanish Storytime
10:15 – 11:00 AM — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Engage young minds through enchanting tales en Español at the library.
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Bon Débarras
7-9 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $20 – $35 — Experience a lively blend of music, dance, and poetry that celebrates Quebecois culture and rhythms.
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Annual Open House at Fort Walla Walla Museum
10 AM – 5 PM — Fort Walla Walla Museum — Free admission — Explore new exhibits and enjoy a scavenger hunt for hidden items amidst historical displays.
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WSU Master Gardeners Q & A
10 AM – 12 PM — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Get your gardening questions answered with expert advice tailored for local enthusiasts as spring approaches.
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Spanish Storytime
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Experience engaging Spanish stories for young readers at the library.
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Canadian Brass Concert
7-9 p.m. — Cordiner Hall — $5/glass for wine — Enjoy an entertaining evening with the renowned Canadian Brass ensemble in their stylish tuxedos and white sneakers.
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