Good morning, Walla Walla.

Laura Rose-Grabinski has joined Blue Mountain Humane Society as its new development director — she will lead fundraising, community engagement and events like the annual Dog Jog while using her nonprofit experience from an international piano trade show and local ties to strengthen support.

Walla Walla Fire Department responded to 10 fires caused by fireworks from July 1 to July 5 that resulted in over $33,000 in property damage and $3,800 in overtime expenses, and one resident was hospitalized for a hand injury.

Juan J. Rodriguez Meza was arrested on July 6 in connection to a College Place shooting and faces first-degree assault with a deadly weapon and carrying a concealed weapon—security footage led police to arrest the man he allegedly shot at on July 7 for attempted vehicular assault—and both suspects have bail set at $300,000.

The Little Theatre of Walla Walla will host the youth production Fireside Fairy Tales on July 12th at 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. at its 1130 E.

Sumach St. venue, where students from first to sixth grade act while older students work behind the scenes; the theatre also announced a new 2025-26 season that includes the Wine, Dine and Death benefit on Oct. 11 and upcoming shows in October, January, April and June.

Walla Walla Superior Court Judge Pro Tempore George B.

Fearing ruled on July 7 that the City Council did not properly record its findings when denying a development plan for 257 homes so the council must reassemble written evidence. City Manager Elizabeth Chamberlain said the city attorney’s office will prepare the findings for the council’s review at its July 23 meeting — ensuring proper process is followed.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.