Good morning, Pullman.

Local residents oppose a proposed housing project — they have expressed concerns about its potential impact on the neighborhood and await further review.

Whitman County Fire District 12 will hold a retirement celebration Saturday from 4:00 to 7:00 at Fire Station 3 on the North Side of Pullman to honor four longtime members—Jeff Druffel, Lee Druffel, Roger McKiernan, and Rick Marthe; the event will feature a BBQ with hamburgers and hot dogs and a display of the newest firefighting brush truck.

Local organizers will host spooky ghost tours at Riverfront Park — tour guides will share local ghost stories during the event.

Dignified Workday is a new program that helps local workers build skills+ improve job opportunities and prepare for better careers.

Officials said it will soon offer hands-on training to support career growth and boost employment prospects.

Pullman High School Orchestra will hold Disney & Desserts tomorrow from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. where visitors can enjoy Disney music, character visits and treats while supporting the orchestra program; tickets cost $5 for students and seniors and $10 for adults.

Local students have been asked by ITD to suggest names for new snowplows – the department plans to review the ideas as winter approaches.

Palouse Pathways is hosting the College Within Reach: Paying for College Fair on October 18 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the 1912 Center in Moscow to help students and families find funds for college.

Middle and high school attendees will have access to guest speakers, one-on-one FAFSA help, and college booths (gas gift cards will be provided for families traveling from out of town).

Brandon Kruger, 39, from Pullman is running as a first-time candidate for Director District 5—he brings 13 years of local public works experience and operates his own contracting firm while volunteering with youth sports.

Christopher Clausen is running for Hospital District 3.

The 51-year-old public school teacher from Colfax has 29 years of experience and has served as a foster caregiver, youth sports coach, and fundraiser, and he has been married to Melani for 12 years with one son.

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.

Toledo Rockets vs. Washington State Cougars Football

12:30-3:30 p.m. — Martin Stadium — Check ticket prices — Witness a thrilling college football showdown between Toledo and Washington State.

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs. Washington State Cougars Football

7-10 p.m. — Martin Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Bulldogs as they clash with the Cougars under the lights at this exciting college football matchup.