Good morning, Walla Walla.

The Walla Walla County Rural Library District Board of Trustees meets today at 10 a.m. at 37 Jade St. in Walla Walla to review and discuss the 2026 budget — the session focuses on planning the district's spending.

Before the shutdown began Oct 1, the federal General Services Administration renewed the lease for the USDA service center at 531 Cameron St. in Dayton as the Port of Columbia agreed to a five-year extension at a higher rate—raising concerns that a prolonged shutdown may delay rent payments.

Falla Walla Half Marathon, 10K & Heroes 5K Run

9 AM – 1 PM — Walla Walla Community College — Registration fees apply — Experience scenic views of the Blue Mountains while enjoying a variety of running events.

WSAMA 2025 Fall Conference

— Oct 15-17 — The Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center — Registration required — Engage in professional development with CLE credit sessions on various topics.

Fall Furr Ball 2025

5:30-10 p.m. — The Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center — Tickets available — An elegant evening benefiting animal welfare with dinner, entertainment, and auctions.

Checkpoint Zoo - Film Screening

7-9 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — Cost varies — Experience the heroic rescue efforts of zookeepers and volunteers in Checkpoint Zoo.

Haunted Halls of History

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fort Walla Walla Museum — $10 for guests, $5 for members — Experience local ghost stories through a captivating radio performance.

Bilingual Spanish/English Storytime

10:15-11:00 a.m. — Walla Walla Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy delightful stories in both Spanish and English tailored for children.

Women With Wings: WASP Pilots of Washington

5-6:30 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $10-$15 — Discover the inspiring stories of the Women Airforce Service Pilots from Washington.