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Walla Walla man arrested after allegedly filming woman in public restroom
WALLA WALLA, Wash. - A 21-year-old man was arrested Thursday afternoon at Whitman College on a voyeurism charge for allegedly filming a woman in a public restroom. The Walla Walla Police Department says just before 11 a.m., officers were called to Pioneer Park by a woman who reported that she was being followed by a man at an uncomfortable distance. Police spoke to him and he was released as no crime had been committed at that moment.
Excessive heat and critical fire weather over the weekend in Eastern Washington & Oregon
Excessive Heat Warning for Eastern Washington into Northern Oregon from 11 AM Saturday to 10 PM Monday…. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and find cover from the sun when possible. Fire Weather Watch for the John Day Highlands, Southern Blue Mountains, and Strawberry Mountains from Saturday 11 AM to Sunday 10...
Oregon Proud Boy and his brother plead guilty for role in Jan. 6 insurrection
An Eastern Oregon Proud Boy and his brother have pleaded guilty for their role in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection. Jonathanpeter Klein, 24, of Pendleton, and Matthew Klein, 28, now living in Baker City, entered a plea deal Wednesday in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Pendleton...
Forecasters issue weekend heat advisory, fire weather watch, for Union County
PENDLETON — Forecasters at the National Weather Service office in Pendleton, warning that weekend temperatures in Union County could reach 110 degrees, have issued an excessive heat warning. The heat warning goes into effect at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, and is in effect until 10 p.m. Monday. The warning extends to Wallowa County as well. In addition, forecasters — warning that "critical" ...
Seeking Capital Campaign Fundraising Manager for library renovation
Do you have experience managing capital campaigns? Are you passionate about libraries? Do you enjoy working with diverse teams? Are your communication and organizational skills exceptional? This may be the perfect opportunity for you! Our library needs a thorough renovation to meet the needs of our community and move us into the future. To accomplish this vision we are seeking a Capital Campaign Fundraising Manager. Check out the request for proposals for more information, or click on the image below to download a copy.
Los Rocosos Brings Five Medals Home to Their Winery in Oregon’s Rocks District of Milton Freewater
Roger Lemstrom, founder and winemaker at Los Rocosos, celebrates wines medaling in the 2024 Pacific Northwest Wine Competition held in Walla Walla, Washington, including two Double Golds. — The Pacific Northwest Wine Competition, now in its 9th year at Walla Walla Community College, received a record number of wines submitted...
Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic to play in Walla Walla, promote new political party
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Tri-Cities Airport, Kadlec Hospital affected by global IT outage
PASCO, Wash.-A global IT outage is affecting banks, businesses, media and airlines across the country, including the Tri-Cities. The FAA grounded planes across the country on Friday, July 19 and airports and airlines have now canceled or delayed flights. Some local hospital information systems were affected, however, 911 communications were...
College Place grad Kenneth Rooks set for Olympics steeplechase
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Safety Log: Police make pair of warrant arrests in Walla Walla
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Pendleton Christian School hosts registration event, free barbecue
PENDLETON — An open house, including an opportunity to register students for the 2024-25 school year is planned at the Pendleton Christian School. According to a press release, members of the Home & School Committee will serve a free barbecue. The event is Sunday, July 28, 4-8 p.m. at 3121 SW Hailey Ave., Pendleton. The public is invited to attend and learn more about the school.
Wildfires provide moment for Pendleton establishment to give back
PENDLETON — Six months after their own downtown Pendleton establishment flooded, Tim and Markus McFetridge are making sure they can give back to the community. The couple and their chef at The Flying X Speakeasy Lounge made sandwiches Thursday, July 18, for firefighters taking on wildfires near Pilot Rock.
Group cancels July 20 contra dance in downtown Walla Walla
WALLA WALLA — The Walla Walla Friends of Acoustic Music canceled its outdoor contra dance that was planned for Saturday, July 20, in downtown Walla Walla because of the extreme heat. WWFAM, in cooperation with other groups, coordinates old-time dances at several venues in Walla Walla and Milton-Freewater. The...
Man sentenced for stealing firearms and other charges
WALLA WALLA – Antonio Manuel Alejandre-Munoz, 39, of Walla Walla was sentenced Monday to two pending open cases from 2023 and 2022. He pleaded guilty to charges stemming from both cases. Walla Walla County Prosecuting Attorney Gabe Acosta said the 2023 case involved felony eluding and the 2022 case...
New evacuation notices issued for Cold Springs Loop Area, Weston Mountain
UMATILLA COUNTY – New evacuation notices (BE SET and BE READY) evacuation notices have been issued by the Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office for the Cold Springs Loop Area and Weston Mountain. Because of fires near these areas, UCSO Search and Rescue are actively notifying residences to be aware...
A Sweet Tradition: Whitman Sends Walla Walla Sweet Onions to New Students
Each August, a new incoming class begins their four-year Whitman College experience. But even before arriving in Walla Walla, they’ve already gotten a taste of one of the area’s signature delights: the Walla Walla Sweet Onion. A Truly Whitman Tradition. In a practice that dates back to 1992,...
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