Good Day
Walla Walla
Wednesday, November 6th, 2024
Good morning, Walla Walla. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Voters in Walla Walla and Columbia counties express strong support for a $145,000 levy to maintain the Prescott Joint Park and Recreation District, with the funds largely supporting the local public pool. Union-Bulletin
- ➤ Walla Walla High School will honor veterans with an assembly and refreshments on Nov. 8. Union-Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Manuel Perez hosted a Día de los Muertos parade in Walla Walla, featuring cultural activities like music and face painting to encourage community participation and learning. Union-Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ College Place Public Schools secures a $270,000 grant to enhance on-campus mental health services for students by launching the Wellness Without Limits program. Union-Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Walla Walla County reported a preliminary voter turnout of 36.57% with 13,999 ballots counted on election night, expecting a significant increase as more ballots, including those from a busy Election Day, are processed. Union-Bulletin
- ➤ Bertha Clayton holds an early lead over incumbent Jenny Mayberry in the Walla Walla County commissioner race, with preliminary results showing Clayton at 57.5% of votes. Union-Bulletin
- ➤ Walla Walla City Manager proposes a 1% property tax increase and using banked levy capacity to balance the city's 2025 budget, amid discussions on revenue enhancement and potential service cuts. Union-Bulletin
- ➤ Republican incumbents are poised to maintain their seats in Washington's Legislative District 16, reflecting early election results favoring State Sen. Perry Dozier, Rep. Mark Klicker, and Rep. Skyler Rude. Union-Bulletin
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Weekly Children's Storytime
Experience a delightful morning of stories, songs, and crafts designed for children aged 3 and up at the Walla Walla Public Library.
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America's Sweethearts: A Musical Tribute
Experience the enchanting sounds of vintage female close-harmony as America's Sweethearts perform beloved classics from the Great American Songbook in a vibrant and nostalgic show.
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First Foods Festival 2024
Celebrate the cultural heritage and history of the tribes of the Walla Walla Valley at the annual First Foods Festival hosted by Whitman College Native American Outreach.
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Walla Walla Veterans Day Parade
Experience the community spirit and honor the sacrifices of veterans at the annual Veterans Day Parade in Walla Walla.
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Scholars at Risk Talk on The Role of Ongoing War in Yemen (Dr. Salman Al-Shami)
Dr. Salman Al-Shami, Visiting Scholar from Wilfrid Laurier University, Canada will be delivering a public talk on "The Role of the Ongoing War in Yemen: Climate Changes, Depletion of Natural Diversity and Increasing Water Scarcity." This talk is organized by Whitman College's Scholars at Risk chapter and supported by the Howard S. Brode Memorial Fund.
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Mystery Video Game Tournament at Walla Walla Public Library
Test your skills each month against a new video game in this engaging tournament.
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Weekly Storytime for Kids
Experience a delightful morning filled with stories, songs, and crafts aimed at children aged 3 and up.
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Calm Beneath Castles Premiere at Cordiner Hall
Experience the thrill of winter with the premiere of the newest ski movie, featuring a larger theater, enhanced sound, and complimentary drinks for adults.
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Happy Hour Tunes with Ivan Huerta
Experience a lively three-hour musical setting at Mercer Wine Estates featuring local musician Ivan Huerta during Happy Hour.
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Holiday Makers Market!
Celebrate Small Business Saturday (and Sunday) at Foundry Vineyards’ second-annual Holiday Makers Market! Shop locally designed and crafted gifts for everyone on your list, meet the makers and lean into the holiday spirit with mulled wine and community camaraderie.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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