Rainy spell might supplant heat
It was a perfect weekend in the Walla Walla Valley for just about any activity — and there were certainly many of them from which to choose: Spring Release, the season opener of two farmers markets, golf or tennis. Or a quiet stroll down Rose Street in the dappled shade provided by the stately sycamores that line that thoroughfare, several of which are scheduled to be reduced to sawdust if the current nonsensical ‘realignment’ plan for the street comes to fruition.
Laser beams make light work of hair reduction
I didn’t realize I would so quickly be lying on a table with my armpits skyward. Yet there I was last week, preparing to be zapped for no real reason except to bring the laser hair reduction experience to your living room. Or wherever you’re reading at this moment.
AAUW bestows scholarships on 11
WALLA WALLA — The local branch of the American Association of University Women recognized 11 high school seniors as outstanding scholars in science, mathematics, engineering and technology education.
Bus driver pulls career to the curb
Betty Harris hasn’t lost her drive, but she might be a little tired. After 27 years of driving a bus for Valley Transit, she waved goodbye on April 17.
Etcetera - 5/7/13
The third annual Mom Prom reigned supreme on April 20, holding court at the Foundry Vineyards, said organizer Beth Swanson, president of The Moms’ Network.
Motorcycle ride to collect donations for Christian Aid Center
WALLA WALLA — Toilet bowls may not be inviting, but the Toilet Bowl Run is open to anyone who wishes to help out the Christian Aid Center.
Landlords as hostage-takers
Dear John,
Etcetera - 4/30/13
On a recent Sunday a blue jay visited the yard of Mark and Susi Etchell, off Mojonnier Road. The pastor of City Church said Susi got the shot. “It’s a rather rare sighting in this area,” Mark added.
Seattle woman charts low-carb course to fame
I don’t know about you, but when a blogger wears a strip of bacon on her shirt — clarification: a picture of bacon — I’m going to be interested. When deliciously low-carb recipes follow, I’m bound to be infatuated.
The fix is in at Milton-Freewater shoe store
A comfortable pair of shoes, like an old friend, is something you hold near and dear. So what do you do when a part of your shoe wears out or breaks?
'Civilization V' combines history, culture, warfare and diplomacy
Imagine being able to rewrite the course of world history.
Friday's 80 gives foretaste of high pressure to come
The Walla Walla Valley was treated to a foretaste of summer this past week as afternoon high temperatures on Friday touched the 80-degree mark. A general rejoicing could be heard throughout the land, and winter-weary citizens — both young and old — welcomed the warmth like a long-lost friend, which indeed it was.
Woodlands trek experienced by touch, smell and hearing
Although a light coat felt good as we started our walk this late spring morning, there was a promise of a warm day.
Etcetera - 4/23/13
Blake Akari of Cherished Moments Photography shot the winning image that garnered a Elks National Foundation-sponsored national contest award for Walla Walla Elks Lodge 287.
Auto woes can drive you up a wall
When I was in college I had the privilege of driving a 1976 Fiat Spider. Red, convertible, soft-top, leather interior.
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