Good morning, Pullman.

Whitman County Fire District 12 is set to host a free BBQ & open house Sunday in the Pullman area.

Residents can explore local fire safety and network with officials during this community event.

Reaney Pool will open Saturday for the summer at Reaney Park (near downtown).

The outdoor pool will operate daily from 1:00 to 6:00.

Genesee Community Day will take place tomorrow — the event will feature a car show, parade and trap shoot before ending with fireworks at night.

The National Agricultural Statistics Service forecast that Washington growers will harvest 68 bushels per acre this summer, projecting over 122 million bushels—up about 1 million from last year (based on June 1 field conditions).

Neill Public Library launches its 2026 Summer Reading Program today with reading packets available at noon and a free Shrek screening at 3:30 p.m. The summer program offers guest performers, local storytimes, and reading challenges for all ages.

Two local students, one from Pullman High and one from Colton High, received $1,000 scholarships from the Whitman County Association of Realtors for their studies at Washington State University this fall — the awards were granted yesterday.

On Tuesday, June 9, Gov. Bob Ferguson proposed the 'Away for the Day' rule to ban smart devices in public schools because he said digital distractions hurt learning — he will meet with educators and legislators soon and plans to finalize details by Sept.

15 for a potential rollout in the 2027-28 school year.

WSDOT nighttime repaving on U.S. Highway 195 just north of Pullman will delay traffic until 9:00 a.m. through Friday, June 19 — drivers can expect up to a 15-minute wait from SR-27 to Babbit Road.

The project is set to finish in about a month.