Local Leadership: Kate Smith was named managing editor of the Walla Walla Union-Bulletin, taking over as the newsroom’s lead editor after serving as interim managing editor and deputy editor. Elections & Governance: Columbia County’s Board of Commissioners Position 3 heads to November with two Republicans—incumbent Jack Miller and challenger Bill Warren—after both filed to advance from the primary; a candidate Q&A spotlights their sharply different views on sanctuary policies. Public Safety: The Lyons Ferry Fire in Franklin, Whitman, and Adams counties has surged to about 25,384 acres with 0% containment, prompting Level 3 “Go Now” evacuations around Lyons Ferry State Park and Level 2 “Set” alerts in parts of Hooper and LaCrosse area. Wildfire Preparedness: Kaiser Canyon Fire in Okanogan County is estimated at least 16,000 acres, with additional Level 3 evacuation orders issued for Nespelem and nearby areas. Immigration Enforcement: Two people—a Seattle DJ and a Florida-area woman—were arrested by ICE at Logan Airport after attending events in Boston, raising questions about DACA and asylum-related detention. Community Calendar: West Seattle’s Saturday lineup includes the West Seattle Grand Parade and the Float Dodger 5K, plus Alki Art Fair and other neighborhood events.