Good morning, Walla Walla.

Residents displaced by the Lambdin Fire returned home on July 2—evacuation orders were lifted after first responders and local shelters helped secure safe returns at Pierce's Green Valley RV Park and nearby areas as the 12,776-acre fire came under control.

Local groups are moving forward with plans for a new pool, a top priority from a 2022 survey; Friends of the Pool seeks volunteers to help plan school swim lessons at the YMCA this year & host an annual pie contest at the Fall Festival in September.

The 10th Annual Walla Walla Movie Crush begins Friday, July 10 with three days of themed American short film screenings, showcasing 100 films by Oscar winners, rising stars, professionals, and students — tickets cost $50 for all-access passes.

Walla Walla student Tas Grimm was awarded a $3K scholarship by the Scottish Rite Scholarship Foundation of Washington for his upcoming kinesiology studies at Washington State University, and he credited his parents for inspiring his academic and volunteer work while working as a lifeguard this summer.

Walla Walla Movie Crush Festival

All day — Gesa Power House Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate a decade of short cinema during this community-focused film festival.

Yakima Valley Pippins vs. Walla Walla Sweets

6:05-10:05 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Tickets starting at $32 — Catch the excitement as the Pippins take on the Sweets in this can't-miss live baseball showdown.

Yakima Valley Pippins vs. Walla Walla Sweets Baseball Game

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Borleske Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the local heroes as they face off in a thrilling baseball showdown.

Stand Up Comedy Night

7-9:30 p.m. — Heritage Square — No cover charge — Experience a night filled with laughter featuring various local comedians.