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Walla Walla
Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Washington Water Trust will host its third annual benefit screening of the Fly Fishing Film Tour at Gesa Power House Theatre in Walla Walla on October 23 — the event will show new movies, include a silent auction and gear raffle with items donated by local businesses. Proceeds will restore water to the Walla Walla River, Touchet River and Mill Creek. Waitsburg Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Children’s Museum of Walla Walla opened its new Home Town Village play exhibits on the VA grounds at 77 Wainwright Drive, featuring a post office, bank, medical clinic, store, food truck and park to encourage interactive play among children—bringing the village to life for local families. Union-Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rodney Outlaw and Jeff Strickler are running for Walla Walla City Council’s central ward seat in Position 2, each seeking their first elected office—Outlaw leads in fundraising with $19,822 compared to Strickler's $12,800 while both highlight plans for economic growth, affordable housing, and job creation. Their responses set the stage for a contest focused on attracting new industries and supporting community needs. Union-Bulletin
- ➤ The Port of Columbia is moving away from selling its 37-mile rail line and is negotiating a new lease with Columbia Rail to keep shipping between Dayton and Walla Walla running. The Port will honor the current lease until a new deal is in place and will hire a consultant to review finances—ensuring rail operations continue. Union-Bulletin
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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.
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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.
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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.
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