Good morning, Walla Walla.

The Walla Walla Alliance for the Homeless expanded its Sleep Center twice in the past five years, now housing 60 to 70 people nightly.

Rising rent costs have increased demand for this low-barrier shelter (which offers peer support services) as the group plans to join this month’s Valley Giving Guide fundraiser.

Packaging Corporation of America announced plans to cut 200 jobs and permanently close its W2 paper machine and kraft pulping units at the Wallula mill in the first quarter of 2026 — a cost-saving measure amid high wood fiber and power expenses as the company will keep its W3 machine.

INIU has recalled 210,000 portable chargers (model BI-B41 with 10,000 mAh) sold on Amazon between Aug.

2021 and Apr. 2022 after overheating reports led to 11 fires and three minor burn injuries. Washington customers should check the serial number on their devices.

'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.