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Walla Walla
Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students seeking an associate degree, certificate, or apprenticeship can apply for the Career and Technical Scholarship offered by Washington State Opportunity Scholarship, which awards $1,500 per academic quarter and automatically considers applicants for the Rural Jobs Initiative that provides up to $8,000 to rural students—applications must be submitted by 9 p.m. Tuesday, April 15. Union-Bulletin
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senate Bill 5284, if passed, will shift recycling costs from taxpayers to companies—supporters believe it will lead to better packaging and less waste, while critics worry that higher business costs could follow. Local residents are encouraged to share their input with representatives as the state reviews its recycling program. KONA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Walla Walla County Fire District No. 4 received a $2,500 grant from AGWest Farm Credit on April 1 to help buy a new portable, battery-powered fan that clears smoke and toxins from burning buildings. Chief John Golden said the lighter fan is safer than the old gas-powered model—improving visibility and response during fires. Union-Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Washington consumers are asked to check their freezers for recalled Lean Cuisine and Stouffer's frozen meals that may contain wood parts. The recalled items include Butternut Squash Ravioli, Spinach Artichoke Ravioli, Lemon Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry and Party Size Chicken Lasagna produced from August 2024 to March 2025; these products should be returned to the retailer for a refund or replacement. 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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