Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
Good morning, Pullman.
The Community Band of the Palouse hosts a free Spring Concert today at Pullman High School at 7:00 pm—musicians from around the area perform for all ages.
The Pullman School District named finalists for assistant superintendent as Ryan Mulvey (from West Valley High School in Spokane) and Mike Roberts (from Moscow Middle School) will meet the public today from 4:45 to 5:30 at the district office on Dexter Street at Pioneer Hill.
Two previous finalists removed themselves from consideration this spring.
Washington’s Discover Pass will cost $45 instead of $30 starting in October after Governor Ferguson signed a law on May 17 to boost funding for state parks—this change comes as pass revenue is set to cover about 71% of park funding in the next biennium.
WalletHub’s study showed Washington ranked 50th out of 51 states for military retirees based on factors like economic environment, quality of life and health care for veterans — low numbers of VA facilities and veteran-owned businesses lowered its score — raising concerns for military retirees in the region.
Today, construction work begins in downtown Pullman as Ziply Fiber starts work near Autumn Street and State Street—flaggers and traffic control will slow drivers, so extra time is advised.
Pullman Regional Hospital announced its 2025 Outstanding Employee and Nurse Excellence Awards today — Rachel Nelson was named Outstanding Employee and Tracy Manderville plus Sheila Burman received the Nurse Excellence Award for exceptional patient care.
Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU — Free entry — Celebrate the remarkable works of WSU's graduate artists in this annual showcase.
Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition
10 AM – 4 PM — Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU — Free entry — Celebrate the culmination of WSU MFA candidates' artistic journeys with a diverse exhibition of their works.
Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition
10 AM – 4 PM — Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU — Free entry — Celebrate the creative culmination of WSU's graduate artists with diverse artworks on display.
Slow Light Workshop: Sun Prints & Found Object Stories
4-6 p.m. — Department of Fine Arts — Free entry — Dive into the historic cyanotype process and create stunning blue-hued prints using natural objects.
Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition
10 AM – 4 PM — Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU — Free entry — Celebrate the creative journeys of WSU’s graduate candidates in this diverse art showcase.
Happy Hour and Taco Tuesday
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Red Card Pub & Tex-Mex Taco Bar — Cost varies — Enjoy happy hour specials and delicious tacos with fellow alums in a lively atmosphere.
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