Good morning, Walla Walla.

Walla Walla Community College will run Kids College for ages 9 to 13 from June 23 to June 27 with new classes in baking basics, health and anatomy, drumming, and welding.

The full-day program starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:15 p.m. each day, costs $389, and includes lunch and snacks—applications and scholarships are available online.

College Place High School's Class of 2025 graduated on June 7 and shared memories of hard work and family support while marking the loss of classmate Bryson Castillo—whose empty chair symbolized his lasting impact.

Graduates like Connor Mebes and Maria Villagomez Herrera explained that every small moment built the legacy of their school.

On June 8, Walla Walla Valley Academy in College Place graduated 38 students as Principal Scott Rae urged them to bring their unique gifts—music, math or kindness—to every future challenge in college, trade school or service.

Two seniors also encouraged the junior class with a leadership message as the school honored its tradition amid lessons learned from recent mask and distancing rules.

McLoughlin High School in Milton-Freewater celebrated its Class of 2025 on June 7 when 95 students earned diplomas, high honors, college credits, and wins in extracurricular competitions such as soccer, cheerleading, and choir, with one student earning an FAA drone license.

Principal Mario Uribe Saldaña said the ceremony marked a milestone that will help the graduates face new challenges — whether they move on to college or start their careers.

County and City officials are hosting an open house Thursday, June 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the High School Commons to discuss a 2027 plan to reconstruct Reser Road with added curbs, sidewalks, bike lanes and water plus sewer mains, while inviting residents to give feedback on service locations.

The TSA warns Washingtonians that Costco membership cards do not meet REAL ID requirements for domestic flights — travelers must use accepted IDs like passports, military IDs or trusted traveler cards.

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.

Walla Walla Sweets vs. Cowlitz Black Bears

6:05-11 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Tickets available — Experience collegiate summer baseball with the Walla Walla Sweets battling the Cowlitz Black Bears.

Walla Walla Sweets vs. Kamloops NorthPaws

6:35 – 11:00 PM — Borleske Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Walla Walla Sweets battle the Kamloops NorthPaws in an exciting summer collegiate baseball matchup.

Walla Walla Sweets vs. Kamloops NorthPaws

6:35 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Tickets available — Cheer on the Walla Walla Sweets as they take on the Kamloops NorthPaws in exciting West Coast League action.

June Festival

31st annual summer fundraiser to assist with the operational costs for our historical museum. Come for a catered meal, live music, local wine, silent auction, and community spirit! (21+, tickets are $65.)

June Festival

31st annual summer fundraiser to assist with the operational costs for our historical museum. Come for a catered meal, live music, local wine, silent auction, and community spirit! (21+, tickets are $65.)

Walla Walla Sweets vs. Portland Pickles

6:35-11:00 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Affordable ticket prices — Watch the 2024 West Coast League Champions take on the local Sweets in an exciting baseball matchup.

Walla Walla Sweets vs. Portland Pickles

6:35-11 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Affordable entry — Cheer on the Walla Walla Sweets as they take on the 2024 West Coast League Champions, the Portland Pickles, in an exciting 3-game series.

Dinner on the Sunset Terrace

8:30-9:00 p.m. — The Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center — Cost not specified — Experience a delectable four-course dinner paired with Mercer wines and insights from winemaker Ali Mayfield.

Walla Walla Sweets vs. Yakima Valley Pippins

5:35-11 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Tickets available — Cheer on the local collegiate baseball teams in a thrilling summer showdown.

Walla Walla Sweets vs. Yakima Valley Pippins

6:35-11 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Family-friendly prices — Watch the collegiate stars of tomorrow face off in a spirited baseball showdown.