Good morning, Walla Walla.

YWCA Walla Walla announced Shannon Nagy as its new executive director on Dec.

5; she will start on Jan. 20 and brings over 15 years of nonprofit leadership experience (including program management and large budgets) to guide the organization.

On Dec. 5, a dog rescued a family from a house fire in Walla Walla & local emergency officials confirmed the quick act helped everyone escape harm.

On Dec. 2, the Weller Public Library revealed three new stained-glass windows created by John Czarneki (Light & Line Stained Glass Studio) using 278 pieces of glass for Hometown Christmas.

Friends of the Library enlisted Waitsburg resident Andrew Knee to install the exterior panels while he readies indoor molding and lighting.

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright visited Ice Harbor Dam near Burbank in Walla Walla County this week to stress the importance of steady, affordable energy after a canceled dam-removal plan to help salmon runs (he noted that keeping energy reliable supports local businesses).

'Tis the Season Holiday Concert

'Tis the Season — 5:00-6:30 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $40 — Enjoy a festive evening with jazz, rock, and soul renditions of holiday classics performed by local musicians.

Pioneer Santa & Holiday Fun

12-4 p.m. — Fort Walla Walla Museum — Free entry — Enjoy holiday stories with Pioneer Santa and creative crafts for kids along with complimentary gift wrapping in the Museum Store.

The Nutcracker Ballet

2-4 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $20 – $50 — Experience a magical journey with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince in this holiday classic.

The Nutcracker Ballet

2-4 p.m. — Gesa Power House Theatre — $20 – $50 — Experience a magical holiday classic with enchanting performances by the Washington State Youth Ballet.