Good Day
Pullman
Thursday, February 13th, 2025
Good morning, Pullman. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mike Heston, Pullman's long-serving fire chief, retired after 42 years, with plans to continue community involvement and pursue personal hobbies. KLEW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Pullman Police Chief, Jake Opgenorth, appeared in court over a protection order linked to allegations of sexual assault and harassment; his attorney seeks 6,000 pages of related text messages. KXLY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Regional Theatre of the Palouse in Pullman will present the musical comedy 'Tootsie' from February 13 through the 23rd, featuring a talented cast and crew from the local community. Pullman Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WSU's systemwide enrollment drops by 2.5% this spring, marking its lowest in 17 years, though the decline rate is slowing. Pullman Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Transportation officials are exploring alternatives to reroute heavy truck traffic away from downtown Pullman, with a public open house scheduled for input on the proposals. Pullman Radio
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Grant Proposal Writing Office Hours with ORAP
This event provides a dedicated quiet space for individuals to focus on writing grant proposals, with access to Development Specialists for guidance and support.
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WSU Wind Band Festival 2025
The WSU Wind Band Festival features performances showcasing talented bands from the Washington State University community.
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Furball 2025: 17th Annual Kentucky Derby for Animal Rescue
The 17th Annual Kentucky Derby FurBall supports the Whitman County Humane Society, featuring a community event with auctions and entertainment to benefit a no-kill animal shelter.
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Halver Lecture on Comparative Animal Nutrition - 2025
Dr. Matt Brooks, an expert in comparative animal nutrition, will discuss his extensive experience and insights into zoo nutrition.
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Feasting and Fasting in Religious Traditions: A Talk by Kristine Zakarison
Kristine Zakarison discusses the rituals of feasting and fasting across various religions, reflecting on their significance in the human experience.
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Live Blues Performance by Ben Barton
Ben Barton, a blues guitarist from Moscow, will perform music rooted in the traditions of Mississippi and Memphis at the Trailside Taproom.
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Into the Polar Night: A Journey Through Arctic Climate Studies
This event features a tour of March's night skies followed by a fulldome video presentation detailing the MOSAiC mission to study the Arctic climate.
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CAHNRS 3-Minute Thesis Competition
Graduate students within CAHNRS will present their research ideas in a concise 3-minute format, encouraging effective communication skills.
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Grant Proposal Writing Office Hours with ORAP
This event provides a dedicated quiet space for individuals to focus on grant writing while receiving guidance from ORAP Development Specialists.
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Charity Estate Rummage Sale at Beasley Coliseum
A collection of thousands of donated items will be available for sale to support the Phoenix Conservancy's efforts in restoring endangered ecosystems.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Reading is faster than listening. Doing is faster than watching.
~ Naval Ravikant
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