Good morning, Walla Walla.

An improperly installed woodstove sparked a house fire in Walla Walla, causing approximately $250,000 in damages without any injuries reported.

In College Place, a police chase following a failed traffic stop led to the recovery of a stolen vehicle, gun parts, and illegal drugs, with a suspect identified but not apprehended.

Two men were arrested in College Place for theft, unlawful possession of firearms and narcotics, following vehicle searches by police.

Columbia County commissioners have decided not to oppose the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's potential purchase of a 146-acre tract on Maloney Mountain Road, deemed critical habitat, to prevent commercial development.

Walla Walla City Council adopted the 2025-26 budget incorporating strategies for increasing revenue and managing expenses, with notable adjustments in employee salaries and considerations for introducing a fee to offset credit card transaction costs.

After the $14 million bond for a new police station was rejected by voters, College Place Police Chief Troy Tomaras and city leaders plan to seek alternate funding sources and reconsider their strategy.

The Health Center in Walla Walla was awarded a $225,000 grant by the Inatai Foundation to fund its medical and behavioral health services for students over the next three years.

Vital Wines, a nonprofit winery, aids vineyard workers by providing access to healthcare resources and services through the promotora de salud program.

Feast of Carols Benefit Concert

Feast of Carols is a free benefit concert supporting BMAC that encourages donations of non-perishable food items.

A Celtic Christmas Concert in Walla Walla

A Celtic Christmas concert featuring Everdream will showcase beloved Celtic and Christmas classics, promising a magical experience for the whole family.

Kira Soltanovich Stand-Up Comedy Show

Kira Soltanovich, a seasoned comedian and actress known for her work on The Tonight Show, performs live at Gesa Power House Theatre.