Good morning, Pullman.

The Colfax Food Pantry is now under new management as a not-for-profit organization and resumed senior meals on Thursday, June 4.

The pantry serves about 500 residents monthly and accepts food donations and drop-offs at its 121 N. Main St. location.

At a Monday, June 1 public hearing, Community Action Center officials reported Whitman County food banks saw 4,500 to 5,000 visits amid rising demand and fewer food donations; officials expressed concerns about growing needs next year with potential federal changes.

The Pullman Chamber and Visitor Center seeks volunteers for its Fourth of July Celebration at Sunnyside Park on July 4 at 5:00 pm.

Community members are invited to visit the online sign-up to review roles & register.

Avista reached an agreement with an unnamed customer for a large load electric service starting in 2029.

The project may expand to 500 MW by 2032, pending review + permits, while ensuring existing users do not bear added costs.

The John Wayne Pioneer Wagons and Riders are set to finish their 200-mile journey along the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail today in Tekoa after nearly two weeks from Easton.

The tradition, now in its 45th year, includes about 95 riders.

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories announced its 2026-2027 scholarship program awarding 15 scholarships to students pursuing engineering and applied technology.

The awards, 13 at $5,000 + 2 at $2,500, were granted after reviewing 321 applications and include winners from Washington State University and the University of Idaho.

The Washington State Department of Transportation says flagging may extend to 7:00 a.m. on US-195 between State Route 27 and Babbitt Road through mid-July, so drivers should plan extra travel time for their morning commute.

Whitman County Commissioners will hold public hearings on extending the solar and battery storage moratorium (June 15) and on critical areas ordinance amendments (June 29) at the county courthouse.

The hearings will address local land-use issues required under state law.

The Washington State Department of Transportation is set to complete the new bridge at Almota grain terminal on the Snake River on June 15 after a two-week delay + the bridge has been closed since February due to a damaged deck.

On Saturday and Sunday, Washington residents can fish for free since no license is needed, although all fishing rules still apply.