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Walla Walla
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Blue Mountain Action Council announced that its Walla Walla mobile food pantry at 921 W. Cherry St. will close after Thursday, April 24—due to budget cuts and canceled federal contracts. The organization will continue operating its food bank and other programs—supporting local pantries with food distribution. Union-Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Walla Walla County Fire District 4 announced the retirement of Fire Chief Rocky Eastman after a 34-year career in fire service—20 of which he served as chief. During his tenure he added basic and advanced life support and emergency medical transport, started a dozer program to create firebreaks during wildfires, and began a duty officer rotation to reduce firefighter burnout—his retirement event was held on March 31. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ The Washington Senate passed a bill that will raise hunting and fishing fees if approved by the House—raising a resident license fee for deer, elk, bear, and mountain lion from $97.50 to $117.30 with changes taking effect July 1. Seniors 70 and older will pay a reduced fee with an estimated 66% discount. KONA
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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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Anthony Nunziata Concert
2-4 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $35 – $40 — Experience the romantic sounds of jazz and pop from America’s new singing sensation, Anthony Nunziata.
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Unity and Diversity Festival
7 p.m.-1 a.m. — Heritage Square — Free entry — Celebrate multicultural arts with food, crafts, games, and performances reviving a 25-year tradition.
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