Walla Walla Community College’s governing board is weighing a plan that could cut $4.3 million from its budget, including up to 43 faculty and staff layoffs and possible downsizing or closure of its Clarkston campus branch. The decision process is tied to a timeline for board action ahead of the 2026–27 budget, with no final decisions announced. Among options discussed is reducing Clarkston programming while preserving nursing and health programs offered at both campuses. Board materials indicate Clarkston’s nursing enrollment has declined over the decade, with a sharp drop during the pandemic. Closing the branch entirely would save $3.2 million, while maintaining some offerings could require changes that would still reduce total costs and headcount, according to the budget committee presentation referenced by the college.