Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Business owners and community leaders can ask lawmakers about state economic policies at Tuesday, May 12’s State of the State meeting at the Walla Walla Regional Airport (45 Terminal Loop Road); doors open at 11:30 a.m. with sessions running until 1:30 p.m. Union-Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, April 7, Valle Lindo parents met to discuss how child care for three kids takes up about 45% of daily income — community leaders plan to work with local schools and nonprofits to expand affordable options. Union-Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The new Life Flight hangar at the Walla Walla Regional Airport, completed Monday, Apr. 13, now houses crew sleep quarters and is closer to aircraft, helping teams launch 15 minutes faster for rural emergencies. The $2.6 million project used Port funds to improve access to care. 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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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