Good morning, Pullman.

The Washington State University Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Club provides free tax prep help at Neill Public Library from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. today and on upcoming Saturdays through April 11, with IRS-certified students serving on a first-come, first-served basis.

Local organizations have reported a rise in child welfare needs and are teaming up to boost support in Pullman.

They will work with local services and partners this week to help families in need.

Local volunteer fire departments fought a shop fire on Genesee-Troy Road Friday at 9:30 a.m., and no injuries were reported as the blaze, which appeared to have started from an oil furnace, was contained.

Snow has arrived in the Inland Northwest with fresh conditions at Lookout Pass and avalanche experts warn skiers to carry safety gear (avalanche beacons, shovels, and whistles) when venturing into backcountry areas.

The ski patrol urges visitors to stick to low slope areas for safe skiing.

A local animal shelter in Pullman will offer reduced adoption fees for adult dogs this weekend (Feb.

21 and Feb. 22) to help more residents adopt pets. Residents can stop by during event hours for details.

Seeing! A Photon's Journey Across Time and Mind

7-8 p.m. — WSU Planetarium — $ — Explore the wonders of the night sky and embark on an enlightening journey through astronomical visuals.

Mars: The Ultimate Voyage

7-8 p.m. — WSU Planetarium — Admission details not specified — Experience a guided tour of Mars and explore cosmic wonders through a fulldome video presentation.

Mars: The Ultimate Voyage

5-6 p.m. — WSU Planetarium — Free entry — Explore the wonders of Mars with a fulldome presentation and guided stargazing.