A wildfire is currently burning in Southern Spokane County, resulting in a visible smoke column in the Moscow-Pullman area. The Siegel Fire ignited along Bonnie Lake around 3:00 PM and has affected approximately 450 acres within Spokane County Fire District 3. As of now, there have been no reports of structural damage.

Crime rates in Idaho have reached a four-year low according to the latest annual state crime report published by the Idaho State Police. In Latah County, total crime reports decreased by 15% last year, with a significant reduction in car thefts, which fell by over 50% compared to 2023.

The Idaho Transportation Department has announced that Washington Street in downtown Moscow will undergo repaving this summer, beginning Monday. The project will focus on Northbound U.S. Highway 95/Washington Street, specifically from State Highway 8 to Rodeo Drive. Paving activities are scheduled to occur predominantly at night, from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.

Various local communities will observe the 4th of July on Friday with public events. The activities commence with the Johnson Parade in the small community south of Pullman, known for its festive atmosphere. The parade is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM, followed by a fundraiser for the Whitman County Fire District.

Bryan Kohberger entered a guilty plea today in relation to the deaths of four University of Idaho students in Moscow in November 2022. In a session at the Ada County Courthouse in Boise, he pleaded guilty to first-degree murder, acknowledging his involvement in the stabbings of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin.

A fundraiser for the Lauren McCluskey Foundation is scheduled for Saturday in Pullman. Lauren McCluskey, a Pullman native and 2015 graduate of Pullman High School, is being honored through a memorial walk-a-thon organized by her graduating class. The event will take place on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the high school, with…

The Port of Whitman County has completed a land trade to expand its industrial park located at the airport south of Colfax. A press release from the port indicates that this deal is expected to result in savings of approximately two million dollars for taxpayers. The port has reported a shortage of industrial property available…

Trymaine Gaither, a member of the Pullman City Council representing Ward 1, has announced his resignation, which will take effect on July 15. Gaither was appointed to the council on January 16, 2024, to fill a position that became vacant following the election of Mayor Francis Benjamin. In his statement, Gaither expressed that serving the…

Local singer/songwriter Ian Skavdahl is set to perform in Pullman’s July Music on Main lineup on July 3 at 6:00 pm in Pine Street Plaza. Ian, who was raised in Pullman and studied music at WSU, currently resides in the Seattle area where he engages in performances and collaborations.

On Friday, July 4th, government offices will be closed. Mail delivery will not occur, and banks will not be open. Trash collection services will be suspended. Pullman Transit will operate on a reduced bus route schedule, while SMART Transit in Moscow will not have bus service on that day.