Good morning, Pullman.

Pullman organizers announce a Caring 4 Kids Telethon to benefit Shriners Children's Hospital that will air soon, inviting local families to tune in + support children’s health.

The Latah County Fair starts today in Moscow with free admission and runs for four days.

It opens from 1:00 to 9:30 today, has opening ceremonies at 5:45, and features logging sports events on Sunday at 1:00.

Zoe Coffee and Kitchen in Pullman is holding its grand reopening and fundraiser today from 6 to 9 p.m. to support families affected by flooding in Nepal by donating 10% of sales and hosting live music by the Jon and Rand Band.

The University of Idaho’s Auditorium Chamber Music Series opens its 41st season today with violinist Rachel Barton Pine and pianist Matthew Hagle performing at 7:30 p.m. in the Administration Building Auditorium; tickets cost $30 for general admission and include free entry for children 12 and under.

Washington Department of Revenue data shows Pullman's taxable retail sales fell 9% (a $13 million drop) in Q4 2025 compared to Q4 2024, and annual sales declined 5% (a $33 million loss) to $704 million.

Tri County Economic Development District launched an emergency wildfire loan program to help businesses, nonprofits, and agricultural operations recover from 2026 wildfire impacts.

The program offers $2,500–$25,000 loans at 5.00% interest with repayment up to 60 months and reviews complete applications in five business days.

The local school district has installed solar panels to reduce energy costs.

Officials said the project will lower expenses over time and help save money.

Due to the record low steelhead run — the smallest since 1938 over Bonneville Dam — Idaho Fish and Game has reduced the statewide daily bag limit to two, with only one fish over 28 inches allowed in the Clearwater River Basin, and a similar change is expected in Washington by the end of this week.

The EPA completed the removal of hazardous waste from a local site today in Pullman, boosting community safety.

Officials say the cleanup is part of ongoing efforts to protect the environment.

The Cougar Marching Band will perform at Pullman High School’s football game tomorrow at Hobbs Field, playing the anthem and America the Beautiful before debuting The Break-up Show with Kelly Clarkson + REM + Taylor Swift + Fleetwood Mac + Chicago as the Greyhounds host St. Maries at 6:00 p.m.