A planned power outage is scheduled in Moscow for maintenance work by Avista Utilities. Approximately 100 customers on North Mountain View Road near the pool will be impacted. The outage is set to start on Tuesday morning at 9:00 and will conclude at 3:00 that afternoon. North Mountain View Road will be closed to […]

Potable water will be available at the Laird Park Campground near Harvard this season. The U.S. Forest Service previously shut down the water system due to poor water quality. The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest has since repaired the system, and recent tests indicate that the water quality is acceptable. Laird Park is set to open…

Moscow’s population increased by approximately 300 individuals, according to recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau. The agency indicates that the population of Moscow grew by 1% from 2023 to 2024, reaching nearly 27,000 residents. Since 2020, the population has risen by over 5%, adding around 1,400 residents.

Two local Idaho reservoirs are scheduled to be restocked with trout next week. Idaho Fish and Game will release 2,400 fish into Spring Valley Reservoir near Troy and 3,000 fish into Moose Creek Reservoir near Bovill.

Construction will begin on the US-95 through the city of Riggins starting Monday, May 19. Drivers may experience flagging along the roadway and delays ranging from 15 to 30 minutes during this time. The repaving project, which has a budget of $1.3 million, is expected to be completed before the 4th of July.

Palouse Pathways is hosting an event titled “Expand Your College Horizons” on May 17 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the 1912 Center. The event will provide information on various college options, focusing on affordability, program offerings, reputations, and career placement opportunities. The workshop is free to attend.

The Neill Public Library will be closed on May 16 and 17 for the replacement of its management software. During this maintenance period, the library’s online catalogue will also be unavailable. The library in Pullman has utilized the same software for over 20 years and expects the new system to bring improvements.

The Pullman Chamber of Commerce is hosting a walkable gallery experience in downtown Pullman. The Downtown Pullman Art Walk showcases local art, creativity, and culture, featuring various artworks displayed throughout the downtown area from May 11 to June 17, with a designated Art Walk evening on Saturday.

The United Church of Moscow is hosting an event called United in Community, aimed at fostering community engagement and discussions about the future of the local community and democracy. The event is set for May 17 at 4:00 pm at the 1912 Center in Moscow. Attendance is free and the event will include brief presentations.

This year, the Pullman Regional Hospital Auxiliary provided 23 grant awards to PRH departments and clinics, totaling $47,000. Additionally, staff from the hospital’s Red Sage Cafe contributed $2,653, which represents the yearly donations collected from their tip jar. The funds were allocated to support comfort and home care initiatives.