The short-term fire chief of Pullman, Brett Nash, submitted his resignation to Mayor Francis Benjamin and Interim City Administrator Jeff Elbracht via email on Monday. City spokeswoman Meghan Ferrin confirmed the resignation to Pullman Radio News, stating that Nash felt he was unable to implement changes within the organization.

Crews are engaged in firefighting efforts for the Cherry Fire located north of Deary, Idaho. The Idaho Department of Lands has reported that the fire is currently at 0% containment. A fire line has been established around the perimeter of the blaze, and water resources are positioned at the edge of the fire. Official containment status will be determined once certain criteria are met.

The blog post discusses the case of Bryan Kohberger, who has been charged in connection with the murders of four University of Idaho students. It provides details about the legal proceedings, including Kohberger’s plea of not guilty and the ongoing trial. The article outlines the timeline of the events leading up to the murders and the investigation that followed. It also mentions the impact of the case on the university community and the families of the victims.

Voting in Pullman’s upcoming primary election is currently taking place. The Whitman County Auditor’s Office has distributed mail-in ballots for the August 5th primary. The ballot features 22 candidates who are competing in the Pullman City Council and school board primaries.

Plans for a full-service drive-thru Chick-fil-A in Moscow have not progressed as initially expected. The project for a second Chick-fil-A in Moscow was announced by Mayor Art Bettge during his annual State of the City Address last winter. The proposed restaurant was intended to be built on the site of the former Sangria restaurant.

A meet and greet event for candidates participating in the upcoming Pullman Primary election is scheduled for tonight at Pups & Cups Café in downtown Pullman. The event will take place from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. Candidates for the Pullman City Council, including Karl Olsen, Bryan MacDonald, Randy Cross, and James Pitzer, are expected to attend, along with school board candidates.

Author Rand C. Lewis will be at Brused Books in Pullman on July 18 at 6:00 pm for a book signing and reading event. Lewis will read from his latest thriller, “The Hostages: A Max Walters Novel.” The event will include a book signing, an audience Q&A session, and complimentary refreshments.

The Idaho Transportation Department has announced an increase in speed patrols by law enforcement agencies throughout the state during the week of July 20 – 26. This initiative is part of a coordinated effort with neighboring states including Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Alaska, aimed at promoting road safety.

The city of Moscow is set to launch a website that will provide access to documents associated with the Kohberger investigation, responding to the high level of public and media interest. This platform will offer certain investigation reports, which have not been sealed by the Court, to the public free of charge.

Pullman Parks and Recreation is hosting a series of free movie screenings at Reaney Park, continuing this week with the animated film Despicable Me, released in 2010. The screening will begin at dusk, approximately at 8:00 pm, and complimentary popcorn will be provided. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs for comfort during the movie.