Friday, February 21st, 2025
Good morning, Pullman. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Washington State Department of Transportation is addressing heavy truck traffic in downtown Pullman by considering alternative routes, as presented at a Pullman City Hall open house. Pullman Radio
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joel Babino, 38, was convicted in Garfield County Superior Court of two counts of first-degree child rape and one count of first-degree child molestation, facing up to 25 years in prison for each offense. KLEW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brett Nash, with over 30 years of experience in firefighting and EMS, has been appointed as the new Fire Chief of the Pullman Fire Department, succeeding Mike Heston. Whitman County Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Pullman Regional Hospital Laboratory has been accredited by the American College of Pathologists, emphasizing its adherence to over 800 high-quality standards and regulations. Whitman County Gazette
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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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BPC25 Review and Survey Night
This event provides students with expert feedback on their Business Plan Competition executive summaries, an opportunity to complete a paid survey, and complimentary food while networking.
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Forward! To the Moon: A Guided Tour of March Night Skies
Experience a guided tour of the March night skies followed by a fulldome video presentation on NASA's Artemis mission for establishing a lunar base.
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~ Ryan Holiday
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