Good morning, Walla Walla.

The Walla Walla Alliance for the Homeless will host Shining Bright 10 Years of Hope and Community, a food and wine fundraiser on May 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. at The Walls Vineyards—this event will feature local cuisine, live music, and an auction to support its homeless services.

Walla Walla officials worry the Head Start program’s future may be at risk as layoffs and delayed federal reimbursements have slowed the contract renewal process for free early education serving over 300 children.

The district fears that the closure of the Seattle regional office will postpone contract reviews for the upcoming school year—potentially jeopardizing next year’s program.

Wild turkey numbers have rebounded from near extinction through conservation laws—beginning in the Great Depression—and natural habitat changes that helped them thrive on the Palouse.

Washington’s hunting season stays open until May 15th, inviting local hunters to experience this conservation success.

The Northwest Inter-Agency Coordination Center said that Eastern Oregon and nearly all of Washington will face above average wildfire risk by July—this risk follows Oregon’s record 2023 fire season, which burned nearly 2 million acres, cost over $350 million and damaged almost 200 homes. State officials are evaluating new wildfire funding proposals to improve prevention and response efforts for the coming summer.

An appellate court ruled in favor of resident R.L.

McFarland by nullifying the Board’s actions from the Jan. 7 meeting for not following the Open Public Meetings Act—county officials are reviewing the ruling while McFarland expressed relief, and the case returns to the Superior Court to address costs and penalties.

Symphony Series: Earth, Water, Wind, & Fire

7-9 p.m. — Cordiner Hall — $5 for wine — Experience a captivating evening of orchestral music featuring distinguished composers and renowned tabla virtuoso Sandeep Das.

The Talbott Brothers Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Motor Co. — Ticket prices TBD — Experience heartfelt country and Americana tunes with soul-stirring harmonies from The Talbott Brothers.

Spanish Storytime

10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Engage little ones with delightful stories in Spanish at the library.

Terry Robb Live Performance

6-8 p.m. — Quirk Brewing — Ticket prices not specified — Experience the sublime acoustic guitar mastery and unrestrained passion of Terry Robb.

The Lost Apples Project: A Tribute to Heritage Apples

5-6 p.m. — Fort Walla Walla Museum — Free entry — Discover the fascinating journey of rare apple varieties and their historical significance.

Walla Walla Music Fest 2025

4:30 PM – 10:00 PM — Walla Walla County Fairgrounds — Line-up includes Jackson Dean and Rare of Breed — Celebrate local music in a vibrant festival atmosphere.