Aquatic Center Opens Tomorrow
Just one more day until the Asotin County Family Aquatic Center opens the outdoor waterpark. Chairs are lined up, tubes are stacked, and the water is flowing through the lazy river as last-minute checks were completed today.
Summer Chinook Fishing Season Announced
The Lochsa River opens tomorrow for Chinook salmon season. The Idaho Fish & Game Commission met today to approve the summer seasons on the South Fork Salmon River, Upper Salmon River, and the Lochsa. South Fork and
WA Whooping Cough Cases Increase Dramatically
Whooping Cough cases rose significantly in Washington State last year. In 2023 there were just 87 cases. In 2024 there were 2,261 cases. Vaccination rates decreased from 73% in 2019 to 65% in 2024. The Department of
Nez Perce Tribal Offices Closed Two Days
The Nez Perce Tribal Offices will be closed two days next week. That includes all departments and programs. Tuesday they will closed in commemoration of Whitebird Battle, and on Thursday to observe Juneteenth.
Minor Injuries In Dworshak Boat Crash
Deputies and medics responded to a dock near Canyon Creek on Dworshak reservoir last night. At about 10:00pm, they received report of a boating accident. They arrived to find two people had crashed a boat into the
Idaho Congressman Simpson Votes to Combat Illegal Fentanyl
Idaho U.S. Representative Mike Simpson voted in favor of the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act. The legislation permanently extends President Trump’s 2018 Schedule I classification of fentanyl-related substances and gives law enforcement the tools they
Another Law Enforcement Scam Circulating in Region
Law enforcement agencies in the region are warning of another scam. Yesterday (Thur) a citizen was contacted by phone by a person claiming to be a Deputy Dan Brown with the Whitman County Sheriff’s Office. The caller
Washington Urges Employers to Protect Workers as Wildfire Season Ramps Up
As wildfire season intensifies across Washington, state officials are urging employers to take steps to protect outdoor workers from smoke-related health risks. The call comes as a new wildfire near Cle Elum—burning since Monday—has already destroyed multiple
Mariners Open 3-Game Series at Home Tonight with Cleveland
The Seattle Mariners open a three-game series with Cleveland tonight (Fri) at T-Mobile Park. The Mariners, who’ve lost 8 of their last 9 games, are 33-34 overall, and are 4 ½ games behind Houston in the American
Idaho Attorney General Backs Federal Response to Protests in California
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador and 24 other Republican Attorneys General have issued a joint statement supporting President Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard in response to protests and violent rioting in California. In a news
Pierce Bridge Replacement Starts Monday
Highway 11 traffic will be slowed down starting Monday. The bridge just north of Pierce is coming out and getting a replacement. The Idaho Transportation Department will be adding a temporary bridge over Quartz Creek to divert
New Scam Asks For Handwriting Samples
The Latah County Sheriff’s Office is putting out a warning for a new scam. They are getting reports that someone is calling citizens saying they need to report to to the Sheriff’s Office. There, they will have
Spalding Bridge Replacement Plans Underway
The Idaho Transportation Department announced plans to replace the Spalding Bridge. That’s the one on Highway 95 at the intersection of Highway 12, east of Lewiston. House Bill 25 passed earlier this year. It provides an additional
Bryden Canyon Closed 11pm Until 9am Tomorrow
A quick reminder that Bryden Canyon Road will be closed from 11:00 tonight until 9:00 tomorrow morning. It has been closed during weeknights for the last two weeks to allow work on the stormwater system. Until now
BLM Bans Fires in Local Washington Counties
The Bureau of Land Management has banned most fires in Asotin, Garfield, Whitman, and Columbia counties, along with many others, on the property they manage. They say with rising temperatures, dry and flashy fuels are increasingly susceptible
Pomeroy Man Surrenders To Deputies After Reportedly Shooting Toward Family
A Pomeroy man was taken into custody yesterday after allegedly shooting toward his family members. At about 8:00pm, deputies responded to the Hi-Way Trailer Park on Highway 12. A press release from the Sheriff’s Office says deputies
Weekend Plans – Part 2
There are so many events happening in, and around, the LC Valley, we needed to make a Part 2 to the story. In Lewiston tomorrow (Friday), Sound Downtown brings in Eli Howard & The Greater Good. Described
Active Shooter Mass Casualty Training Exercise Scheduled at Colfax High School Next Week
The Whitman County Department of Emergency Management in collaboration with local school districts, ESD 101, fire and EMS services, local law enforcement agencies, and Whitman Community Hospital, will conduct an active shooter mass casualty training exercise on
Idaho Educational Services for the Deaf and the Blind Seeks Administrator for Leadership Role
The Idaho Educational Services for the Deaf and the Blind is actively seeking candidates to lead educational efforts for deaf and blind individuals, replacing longtime administrator Brian Darcy. Darcy will take over as the executive director of
Diamondbacks Complete Sweep of Mariners
Former Mariner Eugenio Suarez had three hits, including a homerun and drove in 4 runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks completed a three-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners with a 5-2 win yesterday (Wed) at Chase Field. Donovan
Busy Weekend Ahead Full Of Family Plans
There’s a lot to do this weekend in and around the LC Valley. If rodeo’s your interest, there’s Bullriding at the Roundup grounds Saturday at 6:59pm. Gates open at 5:29. The Lewiston Civic Theater’s performance of Oklahoma
USDA Approves Idaho’s SNAP Candy, Soda Ban
Starting in January, candy and soda will no longer be covered under SNAP benefits. Yesterday, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., signed the waiver request submitted by the state. Governor Little signed
Labor Economists to Discuss Rural Idaho’s Economy at Webinar June 17
Idaho Department of Labor Economists Lisa Grigg, Brandon Duong and Sam Wolkenhauer will discuss rural Idaho’s economy at a webinar Tuesday, June 17. The webinar takes place from 11 a.m. to noon MT over Zoom. “This webinar
Cool Down With A Cop Tomorrow
Here’s your chance to get this kids some exercise, education, and an ice-cold treat. Tomorrow afternoon the Lewiston Police Department is hosting “Cool Down With A Cop”. Kids will get a chance to meet local officers and
Return of Online Casino Scams
A scam that popped up earlier this year seems to be coming back around again. It affects casinos all over the northwest. The fraudulent posts claim you can win money in an online casino through the Clearwater
Wildfire Flares Up Near Montana Border
The Post Fire is currently burning in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest. It’s estimated at about 260 acres in size, burning near Highway 12. It’s about halfway between Lowell and the Montana border. There’s no word yet
A Return To The 80s
We’re headed back to the 80s tomorrow in the LC Valley if things go as planned.
Man Dies From Injuries After Being Hit by Vehicle in Lewiston
A Lewiston man succumbed to injuries sustained after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Lewiston’s 21st Street last (Tue) night. According to a news release from the Lewiston Police Department, at around 9:30 p.m., 80-year-old Dennis
ITD Invites Public to Provide Input on Two Planning Studies in Latah County
The Idaho Transportation Department invites community members to attend an upcoming public meeting on Tuesday, June 24, to learn more about and provide input on two transportation studies underway in Latah County: the U.S. Highway 95 Palouse
Child Struck by Vehicle Near Lewiston
A 10-year-old child suffered non-life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle at 3900 Lapwai Road outside Lewiston yesterday (Tue). According to a news release from the Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office, the unidentified child was attempting
Mariners Stumble in Arizona
Alek Thomas and Josh Naylor both had 3 hits and a run-batted-in and Gabriel Moreno homered as the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Seattle Mariners 10-3 last (Tue) night at Chase Field. Rowdy Tellez and Randy Arozarena both
State, County Legislators To Attend Asotin County Republicans Breakfast
Representatives Mary Dye and Joe Schmick, along with County Commissioner Chuck Whitman are expected to attend a Town Hall Breakfast later this month. June 28th, the Asotin County Republican Party is hosting the breakfast with pancakes, sausage,
Clarkston Stabbing Suspect To Be Extradited To Asotin County
The man police identified as the assailant in last week’s stabbing will soon be in Asotin County. Thomas Krogman allegedly fled to Gillette, Wyoming after stabbing Daniel Henry as he worked at the Motel 6 in Clarkston.
Sex Offender Allegedly Arrested With Meth
An Idaho County deputy stopped a vehicle in Grangeville for a traffic violation. It happened Friday night at about 11:15. They brought out K9 Millie. She alerted on the vehicle and a release from the Sheriff’s office
Latah County Jail Detainees May Be Held At Nez Perce County Jail
A contract in the works between Latah County and Nez Perce County would house Latah County inmates at the jail in Lewiston. A release from the Latah County Sheriff’s Office says their facility was built in 1972
Riggins Man Dies in Rollover Accident
Sunday afternoon a Riggins man died when his vehicle veered off the road. 49-year-old Thomas Clay was on French Creek Road, east of Riggins when his vehicle went off the road, hit some rocks, and continued down
Clearwater River Chinook Salmon Fishing To Close Friday
Idaho Fish & Game is pulling the plug on Chinook salmon fishing on parts of the Clearwater River this coming Friday. They already closed it for fishing on the lower Salmon River yesterday, June 9th. Clearwater River
Libraries Kick Off Summer Reading Programs
The Lewiston Library and the Asotin County Library both started their Summer Reading programs yesterday. Offering prizes for minutes or number of books read, they hope to keep kids, teens, and adults turning the pages. Registration runs
U of I’s Screen on the Green Movie Series begins Thursday
Catch a movie under the stars with Screen on the Green, back this summer, beginning Thursday at the University of Idaho with a mix of fan favorites and new releases. Hosted by the Department of Student Involvement,
Nez Perce Tribe Holds Public Budget Meetings
Now’s the chance for Tribe members to have a say on the current budget process. The Nez Perce Tribe is holding three budget meetings over the next three days. Today it’s in Lapwai at Julia Allen Hall.
Educators Invited to Attend Idaho Department of Education’s Annual STEM Conference
Science, technology engineering and mathematics (STEM) teachers in Idaho are invited to collaborate, connect and learn at one of the region’s most anticipated events for STEM education. The 2025 Annual STEM Conference will take place July 30 and
Governor Ferguson appoints Dennis Worsham as Washington Secretary of Health
Governor Bob Ferguson has appointed Dennis Worsham as Washington’s new Secretary of Health, effective July 7th. Worsham, a lifelong Washingtonian, will lead the state Department of Health following 32 years of public health experience and leadership in
Idaho Super Hunt Drawing Raises Over $1 Million
Idaho Fish and Game in May held its first of two Super Hunt drawings and raised over a million dollars for public access for hunting and fishing. The May drawing attracted 15,868 hunters who bought 145,593 entries
LC’s Van Mullem Selected as 2025 SHAPE Idaho Collegiate Educator of the Year
Lewis-Clark State College professor for the Physical, Life, Movement & Sport Sciences (PLMSS) Division, Heather Van Mullem, was recently selected as the 2025 Society of Health and Physical Educators’ (SHAPE) Idaho Collegiate Educator of the Year. Van
Feds Take Reigns in Search for Washington Man Accused of Murdering his Three Daughters
The federal government has taken over the manhunt for a Washington state man suspected of killing his three young daughters at a campsite near Leavenworth last week. The U.S. Marshals Service, FBI, Homeland Security Investigations and Border
Naylor’s Walk-Off Grand Slam Dooms Mariners
Josh Naylor delivered a walk-off grand slam homerun and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Seattle Mariners 8-4 last (Mon) night at Chase Field. Dominic Canzone had a pinch-hit homerun and drove in two for Seattle. Carlos Vargas
ID National Guard Drone-Mapping Lapwai Area
The Nez Perce Tribe wants people to be aware that there will be drones flying overhead tomorrow. Starting at 10:00am, the National Guard will fly the cameras over the Lapwai area. It will happen in the Governance
Idaho Geological Survey Adds New Monitors In Stanley Area
There have now been 82 earthquakes in the last month in central Idaho. The U.S. Geological Survey reports magnitudes of 2.5 to 4.3 in strength. Until this weekend, all but one had been centered northwest of Stanley,
Idaho Gas Prices Holding Steady
As Idaho temperatures rise, gas prices have been slow to follow – at least, for now. According to the American Automobile Association, today’s average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State is $3.29, which
Orofino Man Arrested For Impersonating A Peace Officer
Back on May 23rd, Orofino police sent out a warning about a man impersonating a peace officer while driving a tan sedan. This morning he was taken into custody. OPD investigators were able to identify 48-year-old TJ
