Saturday, July 5th, 2025
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews are battling a brush fire that started early on July 4 near South Fork Walla Walla River Road and has grown to about 40 acres southeast of Milton-Freewater — mutual aid was called from nearby departments. The cause remains unknown as firefighters continue to work the blaze. Apple Valley News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Several Walla Walla Valley wineries earned medals at the 2025 PNW Wine Competition held at Walla Walla Community College — Arenness Cellars won five double gold awards and newcomer Capital Call Vintners received two double gold and one gold, while 739 wines from 168 wineries were judged over three days. Union-Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Kids' Place has opened its second location at Walla Walla Community College—611 Water Center Drive, Building K—for 73 children, offering infant care to meet local demand. The center also will host early childhood education students for practicum placements and field observations. Union-Bulletin
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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.
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Walla Walla Sweets vs. Corvallis Knights Baseball Game
6:35–11 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling collegiate baseball match featuring the Walla Walla Sweets and the Corvallis Knights.
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Walla Walla Sweets vs. Bend Elks Baseball Match
6:35-9:35 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Affordable entry — Enjoy a lively collegiate baseball matchup featuring the Walla Walla Sweets and Bend Elks.
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Walla Walla Sweets vs. Bend Elks
6:35-9:35 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy collegiate summer baseball as the Sweets take on the Elks in a thrilling series.
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Walla Walla Sweets vs. Marion Berries Baseball Game
6:35-9:35 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Tickets available — Catch the Walla Walla Sweets host the debuting Marion Berries in an exciting West Coast League matchup.
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Walla Walla Sweets vs. Marion Berries Baseball Game
6:35-9:35 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Walla Walla Sweets take on the Marion Berries in a thrilling West Coast League matchup.
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Summer Concert Series: Gary Winston & The Real Deal
12-2 a.m. — Heritage Square — Free entry — Experience the dynamic blend of blues, funk, R&B, and classic rock with Gary Winston & The Real Deal.
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