The Pullman City Council has voted four to two to implement new regulations on short-term rentals, such as those listed on platforms like Airbnb. This decision follows nearly two years of development and review. The city’s planning commission began drafting these rules in August 2023 as part of the ongoing effort to address the management…

The Whitman County Library and Community Action Center are collaborating to provide energy assistance to community members. A representative will be available to meet with residents at the Colfax Library on May 14 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm in the library’s downstairs meeting room to assist residents in applying for energy assistance programs.

The Palouse Regional Transportation Planning Organization has released the final draft of the Whitman County Truck and Freight Study and is seeking public feedback. The study aims to address freight traffic in downtown Pullman with the goal of reducing congestion and enhancing safety. Following the study, the organization is proposing a series of recommendations.

The Whitman County Rural Library District is collaborating with Veteran Service Officer Becky Buri to offer presentations on Veterans Affairs. These sessions are designed to provide information to local veterans about accessing their benefits. Veterans in the community are invited to attend the presentations on the following dates: Garfield Library – Wednesday, May 14, 12…

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The Idaho Public Utilities Commission is hosting online workshops this week concerning Avista’s request to increase power and natural gas rates for its North Idaho customers. The Spokane-based utility is seeking approval for the proposed rate adjustments.

Idaho Fish and Game has announced a change in the fishing regulations due to a strong run of spring chinook salmon. Fishing on the Clearwater River and its middle and south forks is now permitted seven days a week. Anglers are allowed to keep up to two adult salmon per day.

Several candidates have withdrawn from the Pullman City Council races, resulting in one decision moving directly to the November general election without a primary. Andie Freeman, Edwin Gianini, and William McGaughey have ended their candidacies for the seat being vacated by Councilwoman Carla De Lira. This leaves only DiDi […] as a contender.

Acting City of Pullman Administrator Megan Vining has declined the offer to continue in her role on an interim basis. Finance Director Jeff Elbracht has been appointed as the Interim City Administrator, effective Monday. According to a press release from city spokeswoman Meghan Ferrin, Vining made her decision to step back from the position.

A planned power outage is scheduled for Southwest Moscow on Thursday night and early Friday morning. Avista Utilities will be replacing aging equipment, which will affect approximately 400 customers. The outage is set to begin at 7:00 PM on Thursday and is expected to last until 6:00 AM on Friday.