Good Day
Pullman
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Pullman. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Watoto Children's Choir from Uganda will perform a free concert tonight at Living Faith on South Grand Avenue in Pullman — the show starts at 7:00 p.m. and is open to everyone. Pullman Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Cougs in Space Club at WSU hosted two networking events last week so students could meet space industry professionals. The first event at the Spark featured aerospace engineer Gary Lai at a keynote session from 4 to 6 p.m.—while the second event at the Lighty Student Services building hosted an alumni panel with retired NASA worker Donnie Dunbar and others. The Daily Evergreen
- ➤ Washington State University offers quiet study spots as midterms crowd the main libraries—students can find calm areas at the Terrell Library Atrium, on the top floor of the Compton Union Building, or outside near Murrow Hall. Other spots like Spark classrooms and the Chinook Student Center’s napping pods give students a welcome break from busy schedules. The Daily Evergreen
- ➤ WSU reported its third straight year of first-year enrollment growth, though total enrollment remains below pre-COVID levels. President Cantwell said the university will work to boost student retention and graduation rates. The Daily Evergreen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Pullman settled with former City Administrator Mike Urban—paying him nearly $220,000 to end his claims over his job separation—and agreed to record his departure as an employment separation rather than a resignation. Urban was placed on paid leave in March before leaving his job amid a dispute linked to a former police chief's controversy. Pullman Radio
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Fall has arrived in Pullman, with cooler weather and a shift from long summer heat to crisp days—pumpkin sales at Rosauers on Sept. 21 signal a seasonal change that inspires comfortable clothing and local traditions. Residents now enjoy warm baked treats and new hobbies as the season begins. The Daily Evergreen
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Renovations at Miryam's House continue in Pullman as local crews work to update the property—no details on the specific improvements have been released yet. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Washington State players made big plays in the NFL this past weekend — Daniel Ekuale, Chau Smith-Wade and Brennan Jackson all had standout games — and they earned higher grades from Pro Football Focus, showing that Cougars athletes continue to shine. The Daily Evergreen
- ➤ The UW Huskies defeated the Cougars 59 to 24 in the 117th Apple Cup at Gesa Field on September 21 as key plays — including an early sack by Buddha Peleti and a three-touchdown performance by Jonah Coleman — helped UW build an early lead. The loss dropped the Cougars to 2 to 2 as they prepared to play Colorado State University on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. The Daily Evergreen
- ➤ The Cougars won their second home game last Friday with a 6–4 record and a high attack percentage—Eliana Ti’a led with 12 kills after a tough loss to Washington. They will face San Francisco at 7 p.m. on Thursday at Bohler Gym as they prepare for conference play. The Daily Evergreen
-
Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. Washington State Cougars Women's Volleyball
1-4 p.m. — Bohler Gymnasium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the collegiate women's volleyball teams in this thrilling matchup.
-
2025 Crossroads Summit
11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Elson S. Floyd Cultural Center — Free entry — Explore the intersection of food, industry, and academia at this collaborative summit.
-
Fall Vintage & Handmade Fair
10 AM – 5 PM — Beasley Coliseum — Admission details not specified — Celebrate the season with unique finds and handmade goods at this autumn fair.
-
Business Brainstorm
12:00 – 1:30 a.m. — Washington State University - Startup Den — Free entry — Collaborate with entrepreneurs and pitch your ideas in a creative brainstorming session.
-
Cougar Collective Happy Hour
10 PM – 1 AM — Palouse Ridge Golf Course Pavilion — Free entry — Celebrate WSU Football with appetizers, drinks, and a chance to bid on unique memorabilia.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The most valuable thing you can make is a mistake - you can't learn anything from being perfect.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Pullman
Welcome to the Good Day Pullman, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Pullman, Washington community. If you like the Good Day Pullman, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Pullman.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Pullman and across Washington. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Pullman
A free Pullman community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaypullman.com/sitemap