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Walla Walla
Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May 8, the 49th Walla Walla Balloon Stampede at Howard-Tietan Park had its Kids’ Day tethered flights canceled due to gentle winds. Instead, hot-air balloon pilots engaged with families and gave local children short rides—turning a windy morning into a fun learning experience. Union-Bulletin
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Walla Walla police arrested Jorge Cisneros-Tovar, 31, on May 6 after he stabbed a victim at a local hospital, with security detaining him until officers arrived—he said the victim caused a friend’s death and investigation is ongoing. Apple Valley News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 3 Doors Down has cancelled its August 27 performance at the Walla Walla Fair because lead singer Brad Arnold was diagnosed with stage four clear cell renal carcinoma — fair organizers will announce a replacement act and ticket options on May 12. Apple Valley News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After three years of grants and paperwork, Welcome Table Farm secured a conservation easement that protects over 24 acres of farmland and riparian habitat along Yellowhawk Creek — keeping the land set aside for farming and local wildlife. The easement was finalized with help from the Blue Mountain Land Trust and state agencies — ensuring the farm can continue its educational programs about food production. Union-Bulletin
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ All 10 Community Bank locations will close today at 3 p.m. for a rebrand to Spokane Teacher Credit Union and will reopen Tuesday, May 13. Contractors will swap signage at branches while Community Bank staff stay on to continue serving customers + customers will still have access to online banking, the mobile app, and surcharge-free ATMs. Union-Bulletin
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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