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Walla Walla
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Founder Karen Carman will soon step down as executive director of Hope Street, a nonprofit women’s recovery home in Walla Walla, as the board starts interviewing candidates to find a leader by June (the move comes as the organization’s strong community support grows). Union-Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The nonprofit Gesa Power House Theatre is hosting its 2026 Power Up online silent auction until Saturday, April 18 for a ticket offering a private watch party for 12 during the Seahawks’ home opener; drawing is set for 7 p.m. on April 18 — proceeds support the theatre’s artistic programs. Union-Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city council has halted the $16 million library renovation after the only bid came in $800,000 over budget. A second call for bids began today and construction is now set to start in June 2026 with the project to finish by summer 2027. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ CTUIR officials announced nearly $7 million is secured to upgrade fish hatchery facilities near Milton-Freewater, Irrigon, and Walla Walla. Work will begin when funds are transferred — some projects are expected to finish within a year. Apple Valley News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new Life Flight Network hangar opened at Walla Walla Airport this week to cut emergency response times to eight minutes. The facility is a joint effort with the Port of Walla Walla and local partners (it offers 24/7 helicopter standby service for southeast Washington and northeast Oregon). Apple Valley News Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ MC Gateway LLC has proposed a 355-acre planned community with 670 homes, a 150-room hotel, and 80,000 sqft of commercial space (located east of Walla Walla Community College) with public comments open until 5 p.m. Thursday, Apr. 23. Union-Bulletin
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Making Movies Concert
7-9 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $40-$50 ($20 for students) — Experience a vibrant blend of cultures through the sensational music of MAKING MOVIES.
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The Sunny Hours in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $30 – $35 — Experience an uplifting musical journey through the life of a determined high school girl in swing-era Seattle.
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Colors Ignited
7-9 p.m. — Cordiner Hall — Wine and treats available — Experience a vibrant symphony with works by Meyer, Bach, and Stravinsky featuring accordionist Hanzhi Wang.
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