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Hey Walla Walla, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: A utility provider shake-up, three restaurants named to a top 30 list, and estate wines with live jazz + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Utility ownership change ahead: Pacific Power customers in Walla Walla and Yakima could get a new provider as PGE moves to buy Pacific Power’s Washington operations for $1.9 billion, pending approval, with employees staying — get all the details.

Regional training landscape shifts: Walla Walla University is expanding its bachelor’s of nursing program to the College Place campus, letting students finish degrees locally instead of Portland to broaden choices and support rural healthcare — get all the details.

Eastern Washington dining shines: Three Walla Walla restaurants were named to Seattle Met’s 30 best list, including Salted Mill and Passatempo Taverna, with praise for chef Sam Shelton and a focus on people — learn why they were honored.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Create mini art with free mocktails
• Explore indoor farm and maker market
• Sip estate wines with live jazz

🫶 We got your back

Craving a classic sub? Since 1979, Tony’s Sub Shop has kept Walla Walla fed with toasted subs, hot panini, and soups that taste like someone cared. For easy nights, party subs and order-ahead pickup save the day, and your patience.

Old-school green escape: When you need a reset, Pioneer Park offers shady paths under old trees, a rose garden for easy laps, a quaint bandstand, and the cheerful aviary soundtrack, a walkable reminder that yes, you do live in a pretty great corner of Walla Walla.

Rainy-day joy, found: Cabin fever? Inland Octopus serves up imagination-sparking toys and goofy gems that light up kids and grant you a breather. A Walla Walla staple for playful browsing and quick gift wins, it delights longtime locals and grown-ups who still appreciate a bit of whimsy.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

📚 After School @ Walla Walla Public Library | Wednesday (3/11) at 2:30 PM – The Walla Walla Public Library becomes an after-school playground every Wednesday, serving up art projects, board games, and instant friends. It’s free, all supplies provided, so bring the kids to create and play while you enjoy a quiet browse, and five minutes of sanity.

🏛 City Council Regular Meeting @ City of Walla Walla, City Hall | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:30 PM – Pour a cup of something strong and tune in to the City Council meeting, where the thrilling saga of potholes, permits, and budget lines unfolds. Check the agenda online for the Zoom link, call-in number, and meeting ID, then chime in. Resident participation is encouraged.

📖 Story Time @ Walla Walla Public Library | Thursday (3/12) at 10:15 AM – Round up the littles and head to the library for morning story time, songs, and a simple craft that won’t glitter bomb your car. The kids, ages 3 and up, get their wiggles out while a pro does the voices, you get peaceful minutes.

🏠 Home Buyer Course @ Tera Davis – Mortgage Express | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Thinking about trading rent for roots? Swing by Mortgage Express on W Alder for a free home buyer course led by pros who can decode rates, inspections, and offers, no sales shtick. Ask real questions, skip the fluff, leave smarter, maybe even a little hopeful.

🤠 2026 Walla Walla College Rodeo @ Walla Walla Fair Grounds | Friday (3/13) at 12:00 PM – Rodeo season without the sunburn? The WWCC College Rodeo rides into the Walla Walla Fairgrounds Indoor Arena with hometown bragging rights, free slack, and a free kids drop in. Performances are easy on the wallet, tickets are at the door, WWCC students free with ID.

🩺 Chronic Pain Seminar @ The Melrose Center | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Give your back a break and hit this free community seminar on dealing with chronic pain. A mix of perspectives, with a D.O., an acupuncturist, a naturopath, and a nutrition pro sharing practical tips, not miracle cures. Space is tight, RSVP at 509.240.5183.

🎸 Siol @ Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center | Saturday (3/14) at 12:45 PM – Waiting on the big show at the Marcus Whitman Ballroom? Let the lobby steal the spotlight with Siol and Tackett Irish Dance Academy bringing tunes and steps, free to watch, while you queue for Coyote Kings, Re-Wired, and festival favorite Sugaray Rayford.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Walla Walla report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 48°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 25%

A chance of snow before 11am, then a slight chance of rain and snow between 11am and 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 48. Southwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain and snow after 8pm. Mostly cloudy. Low around 36, with temperatures rising to around 39 overnight. South wind 8 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

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Tomorrow – High: 56°F – Low: 49°F – Precip: 73%

Rain and snow likely. Cloudy, with a high near 56. Southwest wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Rain likely. Cloudy, with a low around 49. Southwest wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Are you quietly overpaying for car insurance? 🚗

Premiums have been climbing across Washington but most folks won’t notice until they’re hit with a higher bill when it’s time to renew.

That’s exactly what happened to me. I had the same policy for half a decade. Autopay was on, it was out of sight and out of mind. Turns out I was blindly paying way more than everyone else I knew.

If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too – here’s the comparison tool I used.

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