Route 9 will deviate starting August 10, 2026, due to a road closure on Pine Street between 2nd Avenue and 9th Avenue. The detour will last until summer 2027, according to Valley Transit's rider information page.
Outbound buses will turn north on 2nd Street, then west on Moore Street, south on 6th Avenue, west on Paine Street, and north on 9th Avenue to resume the normal route. Inbound buses will turn south on 13th Avenue, east on Cherry Street, and south on 9th Avenue. Temporary bus stops will be placed on 13th Avenue and Cherry Street near Cayuse Street.