Good morning, Walla Walla.

The downtown Chevron station owner agreed to pay $275,000 within (30 days) to settle a Department of Ecology fine for a 2023 gasoline leak, and the station will remove old tanks as part of the settlement.

The owner of a downtown Chevron station has agreed to pay $275,000 within 30 days to settle penalties from a 2023 gasoline leak that released 2,500 gallons into groundwater + must remove old tanks and increase oversight of remaining tanks.

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.

Spring Kick-Off at L’Ecole № 41

10 AM – 5 PM — L’Ecole № 41 Winery — $25 per person, waived with a $40 wine purchase — Celebrate spring with curated tastings of latest wine releases in a historic setting.

VAF 2026 Annual Meeting

5 PM May 26 – 5 PM May 29 — The Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center — Pricing not specified — Explore vernacular architecture through field tours and informative sessions in a collaborative environment.