Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
Good morning, Pullman.
Between May 13 and 19, the Whitman County Sheriff’s Office responded to many calls in towns such as Tekoa, Lamont, Colfax and Pullman—covering incidents like trespassing, suicide threats, domestic disputes, animal complaints and traffic offenses—that led to citations, arrests and coordination with other agencies.
Pullman Public Schools have opened enrollment for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year; required documents include proof of age, medically verified immunization records and for Kindergarten the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (birth certificate, passport, or adoption records).
Students already enrolled do not need to reapply.
Washington State University must find private funding for its Team Health Building in Spokane after state legislators declined the requested construction funds, with costs rising from an initial $37 million to $50 million.
The university expects construction to begin within three years and the facility will use state-of-the-art simulations to train students in its Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy and Nursing.
Pullman’s City Council voted (4-2) on new short-term rental regulations during a Tuesday, May 13 meeting and the rules require business licenses, liability insurance and safety devices (smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers and emergency egress lights).
The new regulations will take effect on June 1 and give current owners a grace period to comply.
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.
Palouse AnimeFest 2025
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Gladish Community and Cultural Center — General Admission plus fees — Celebrate pop culture with local artists, cosplay, panels, and a performance of She Kills Monsters.
Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition
10 AM – 4 PM — Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU — Free entry — Discover the creative culminations of WSU's graduate candidates in this annual art showcase.
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