Good morning, Walla Walla.

Rite Aid announced it will close several stores in Washington and Oregon as part of its second bankruptcy filing in less than two years—affected Washington locations include stores in Snoqualmie, Kingston, Yelm, Anacortes, Granite Falls and Omak, and customers have until June 6th to use gift cards and other benefits.

Athena-Weston School District is asking for community input on a new capital bond proposal that will update school facilities and change grade configurations—residents can share their thoughts at open houses on June 3 and June 10, and the board will decide at its Aug.

11 meeting whether to put the proposal on the November ballot.

Walla Walla Fire District No. 4 and several other agencies held a mass casualty drill at the Regional Airport on May 12, using Tri-Tech paramedic students as simulated patients and colored tarps to show injury levels—an exercise required by the FAA.

The drill showed improved teamwork among first responders and will be reviewed in an after-action report in the coming weeks.

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.

Walla Walla Sweets vs. Cowlitz Black Bears

6:35-11 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Affordable family-friendly entertainment — Watch collegiate baseball stars compete in this thrilling West Coast League matchup.