Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Pullman. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Palouse Habitat for Humanity received donations of solar panels and energy-efficient HVAC systems for three homes under construction in Latah and Whitman counties. David and Nancy Nelson donated equipment for a home in Moscow while Avista provided $68,703 for two homes, including one in Pullman, to boost energy resilience and lower utility bills. Pullman Radio
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Amazon has opened a 28,000 square foot warehouse in Pullman that started operations this month + expects to ramp up through the holiday season. The facility is part of a $4 billion investment to speed up deliveries for rural communities in the Palouse + it aims to bring faster access to essentials like paper towels and pet food. KLEW
- ➤ Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories has announced a $50 million, 150,000-square-foot facility in Moscow that will boost its electronic device manufacturing — the largest investment in its $90 million expansion — and is set to be completed by 2027. KXLY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Vandals struck during a Halloween match up on Pullman roads—authorities are investigating the incident. KXLY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 22nd Annual Palouse Basin Water Summit will be held today in Pullman at the SEL Event Center from 3:00 to 7:00 to discuss the Grande Ronde Aquifer's slow decline of about 8 inches a year. Award-winning environmental journalist Daniel Rothberg will speak and Mike Faupel will share the State of the Basin report—everyone is invited to attend for free. Pullman Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state supreme court heard a hazing case at WSU in Pullman—judges will review evidence and decide on next steps. KXLY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Idaho Exercise Physiology Research Laboratory is recruiting adults 35 and older for a study on heart and brain health that includes a 90-minute visit (with a 30-minute follow-up 8–10 days later) where participants complete surveys, cognitive tests, body composition measurements via a finger-stick blood test, and wear an activity monitor for seven days; participants will receive a $25 gift card upon completion. The study aims to examine how lifestyle habits affect heart and brain function. Pullman Radio
- ➤ Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors will offer free Medicare supplement assistance at three Whitman County libraries during open enrollment as they host drop-in sessions at Rosalia Library today from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Colfax Library on November 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and Palouse Library on November 7 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. — Participants must bring a list of current medications for personalized advice. Pullman Radio
- ➤ Local health providers have announced a new initiative focused on menopause care and awareness in Pullman—this effort will offer improved education and support to help residents manage symptoms and treatment options. KXLY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cougs are pushing for bowl eligibility as the season continues — the team needs key wins in upcoming games to secure a postseason spot. KXLY
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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.
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One Story, Many Markets
5-6 p.m. — The Smith Center Of Undergraduate Education — Free entry — Experience the inspiring journey of Alex Apostolopoulos from the Gold Coast to culinary success at Pike Place Market.
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