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Vicki Hillhouse

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Eric Idle entertains at Whitman

The Monty Python star poked fun at the college and other targets.

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Downtown Sears ranked among top in US

The store, operating for only six months, won big in customer satisfaction.

WALLA WALLA — The Sears Hometown Store on Walla Walla’s Main Street may be a smaller version of a traditional Sears. But when it comes to service and sales, it’s packing a punch.

t.h.e. Interior holds grand opening tonight

A downtown Walla Walla space has been transformed into a studio showroom and gallery for the work of local architects, designers and craftsman.

Hot Poop carries on amid changing times

The beat goes on at Walla Walla’s venerable music store Hot Poop.

Elks Lodge Club Room grand re-opening set for Saturday

The big reveal of a makeover at the Walla Walla Elks Lodge Club Room on Rose Street is coming this weekend, operators say.

Classic cars and tunes at Canoe Ridge Vineyard on Friday

Classic cars and classic tunes will be featured in a special event at Canoe Ridge Vineyard on Friday.

Fifth annual Fly Fishing Day at Waterbrook Winery

Waterbrook Winery is plunging into its fifth annual Fly Fishing Day this weekend.

Gaming hotspot Arcade-ia remains open while addressing issues

A little update on downtown Walla Walla’s new gaming hotspot: Arcade-ia continues to operate as owners address code concerns raised last week by the Walla Walla Joint Community Development Agency.

Musician, cast of 'Noche de Pasion' making the rounds

David Maldonado and the cast of “Noche de Pasion” will be making the rounds in a series of public meet-and-greet events this week leading up to their performances.

Reserve House Restaurant now open for the season

The Reserve House Restaurant, Woodward Canyon Winery’s own onsite restaurant, has opened its dining room for the season.

Hertz to pack up Walla Walla Regional Airport rental service

The car rental service also is closing offices in other cities.

WALLA WALLA — The community’s busiest auto rental service is putting the brakes on its local operation.

Walla Walla Valley or Valley of Elah? Goliath winery springs forth

WALLA WALLA — The turnoff from U.S. Highway 12 to the newest and biggest winery in the Valley is the entrance to a sort of brave new world.

Shaved ice business plans May 23 opening in College Place

Plans are heating up for the opening of a College Place business known for refreshing treats.

Walla Walla's Toyota dealership wins prestigious President's Award

Toyota Motor Sales has recognized Walla Walla’s dealership with the company’s prestigious President’s Award.

Code concerns pull plug temporarily on new WW arcade

Arcade-ia was tagged for electrical, restroom and door exit shortcomings

New Walla Walla arcade shut down temporarily for code concerns

Arcade-ia was tagged for electrical, restroom and door exit shortcomings.

WALLA WALLA — A little less than two weeks after a new video game arcade opened on Main Street, owners received their own version of an “out of order” issue from the community’s permitting code compliance agency.

Schneidmiller calls it a wrap after two Port of Walla Walla terms

WALLA WALLA — Port of Walla Walla Commissioner Paul Schneidmiller stepped into office when a new airport terminal building was being built, and will apparently leave on the heels of expanded rail service.

Celebrity chef takes off in balloon over Walla Walla

Celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan chose the perfect weekend for her special appearance in Walla Walla.

Walla Walla Clothing dedicates weekend to denim

Walla Walla Clothing is dedicating the weekend to denim.

New motorcycle repair shop opens in Dixie

A new motorcycle repair and maintenance business in Dixie is introducing itself this weekend with an open house/bikini bike wash.

Wineries: Spring Release results show event a success

The reviews on last weekend’s Spring Release are in, and wineries are reportedly calling the event a success.

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3-2-1 — liftoff! Young pilot takes new balloon on maiden flight

WALLA WALLA — Many pilots at this year’s Walla Walla Balloon Stampede have been around hot-air balloons a long time. But probably none have spent as much of their life dedicated to the sport as Kim Wooge has.

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Walla Walla municipal course emerges from rough spell

Ed Barragar is one golfer who’s not the least bit sorry to bid farewell to the “Veterans Memorial Flower.”

Red Monkey to overhaul decor, menus, marketing

An evolution of sorts is taking place at the Red Monkey Downtown Lounge, 25 W. Alder St.

Just Right Books announces two-week sale event

A sales event at Just Right Books could provide a happy ending for lovers of the classics.

Country Store seeks vendors for annual swap meet

The Country Store is gearing up for its third annual Swap Meet next month.

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Country club's efforts aim to turn broader tide

Membership has fallen nationwide, but a promotion in Walla Walla is getting results.

Perry and Darleen Dozier always figured they’d have more time for golf when their kids were out of high school. But with more than a year left before that happens, the Waitsburg couple recently upgraded their Walla Walla Country Club membership, giving them all access to an 18-hole golf course they yet have time to play.

Realtor certified by seniors' council

Walla Walla real estate broker Scott Williams has been awarded the Seniors Real Estate Specialist designation by the Seniors Real Estate Specialist Council of the National Association of Realtors.

Providence St. Mary details 2012 charity totals

Providence St. Mary Medical Center provided free services, charity care and other contributions for those in need to the tune of $10.2 million in 2012.

Basel Cellars plans party for Spring Release

Basel Cellars Estate Winery is not only launching a new series during Spring Release Weekend. It’s throwing a party for it Saturday.

Grantwood Winery festivities include barbecue, music, wine

Boutique winery Grantwood will celebrate Spring Release Weekend with wines, barbecue, hors d’oeuvres and live music.

Roast pig to be featured at Mark Ryan Winery

Don’t be surprised if the scent of pork fills the downtown air on Saturday.

Beresan mixes car show with Spring Release

Nothing like a little chrome with your cabernet.

Plans for new frozen yogurt shop bear fruit

Owners of Walla Walla’s new frozen yogurt shop have grape expectations for the weekend’s grand opening.

Relocated farmers market to open Saturday at fairgrounds

The Walla Walla Valley Farmers Market will take root this weekend at the Walla Walla County Fairgrounds.

Workshops to focus on marketing via social media

Growing business on the web will be the focus of a trio of workshops early next week.

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Is Valley ready for its closeup? Walla Walla Film Office scouts for reel deals

It hopes the June airing of an AMC program is expected spur more local business from the film industry.

If the Walla Walla Film Office had its own telephone line, it would have been ringing off the hook over the last three months.

New boutique caters to wants and needs of customers

When longtime Walla Walla business woman Karie Wilson set out to open a retail boutique, she wanted to fill it with must-haves for men and women. Hence the name of the new business: Gotta Have It.

Downtown Farmers Market springs to life this weekend

A robust crop of vendors is expected to open the inaugural weekend of the Downtown Farmers Market.

Harvest Foods adds to liquor sales capability

Walla Walla’s Harvest Foods has added a new twist to its alcohol sales.

Tea to pour on Mother’s Day at Quail Run

Quail Run Retirement Community is planning a special event to celebrate moms — even for those whose mothers can’t attend.

Hospitals garner quality care recognition

For patients needing respiratory therapy, hospital safety and a happy hospital stay, Walla Walla appears to be the right town.

Sneak peek in offing tonight at Arcade-ia

"Change you can believe in!”

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Railex rolls out new wine warehouse

The Wallula facilty can handle up to 5 million cases for faster rail shipment around the country.

WALLULA — It’s no surprise that in a storage and distribution center more than twice the size of Borleske Stadium the rows of inventory run as far as the eye can see.

If the shoe fits -- it may be at WW Clothing Co. trunk sale

Fans of the Donald J Pliner line of footwear can kick up their heels at a trunk show dedicated to the designer at Walla Walla Clothing Co. this weekend.

Taste of upcoming culinary tour offered at party Monday

Plans continue to heat up for an organized culinary tour of New Orleans.

Mobile Dog House Grill to roll onto First and Main plaza

Don’t be fooled by the name of one of Walla Walla’s bustling mobile vendors.

Postal pickup changes start Saturday

This weekend marks the new change for postal pickups.

Tune in June 6 for Walla Walla acts on 'Showville'

Is Walla Walla ready for its close-up?

Ports of Seattle, Walla Walla to convene here on trade mission

Port of Seattle commissioners will trek into Walla Walla Thursday for a joint meeting with the Port of Walla Walla.

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