History buffs to tour area historical treaty council, battle sites
To honor Walla Walla history on the ground where it happened, local history scholar Daniel N. “Dan” Clark will offer a three-session Walla Walla Treaty Councils & Battles, 1855-56 class.
Etcetera-04-12-13
From Boston to Berkeley and Sitka to Sarasota, the country will be a half-million books richer because of contributions through World Book Night.
Etcetera - 4/11/13
Milton-Freewater Public Library’s new building is a decade old this year, an excellent reason to host a TenCennial.
Etcetera - 4/10/13
Anglers 14 years and younger will be able to toss their lines in the pond during the annual Youth Fishing Derby at Lions Park in College Place April 21.
Etcetera - 4/8/13
Bob Carson, Phillips geology and environmental studies professor at Whitman College, will present the second of six Big Idea Talks at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Walla Walla Public Library, 238 E. Alder St.
Etcetera - 4/9/13
It started out to be a simple ceremony but became more complicated for an engaged couple. At least two weeks before the big day, Albert “Al” Marion joked that “I should have just gone and eloped.”
Supplies forthcoming for local woman’s sewing project
A recent Etcetera item about Jane Samples’ involvement in the Little Dresses for Africa project generated several responses.
Supplies forthcoming for local woman’s sewing project
A recent Etcetera item about Jane Samples’ involvement in the Little Dresses for Africa project generated several responses.
Etcetera - 4/4/13
How sweet it is! Blue Mountain Chorus Sweet Adelines will dish their third annual Sweetie Pie Social at 1:30 p.m. April 14 and that includes singing and serving slices of the popular dessert.
Etcetera - 4/3/13
Walla Walla Valley residents will see a new face with the Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office as Christopher “Chris” Johnson becomes its newest deputy.
Etcetera - 4/1/13
BeneVint is right around the corner. Proceeds from Camp Fire Walla Walla’s second annual wine auction and night of entertainment will provide support for its programs for area children.
Etcetera - 4/2/13
Not only is Walla Walla Community College seeded among the Top 5 community colleges nationwide, but its postsecondary agriculture students won national awards at competition in Louisville, Ky., said Melissa Harrison, interim director for marketing, media and graphics. “It’s been a fabulous week at WWCC,” she enthused.
M-F Peace Corps volunteer focuses on camera drive 3-31-13
Ruby Mitchell sent an appeal from 6,914.79 miles away in Jordan to Walla Walla Valley community organizations and individuals. She has organized a camera drive to give photography workshops in Jordan.
Etcetera - 3/29/13
All hands — family and friends — will ship on board the Milton-Freewater Elks Lodge “deck” to celebrate “old salt” Milton-Freewater resident Melvin Brady’s 90th birthday.
Etcetera - 3/28/13
Through efforts of Pioneer Middle School National Junior Honor Society members, the coffers at Blue Mountain Action Council received $875.75 to aid in its efforts to tackle hunger in the Walla Walla Valley.
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