Olympia – As the days become shorter, Washington residents may be considering a fire in the fireplace to take the chill out of these autumn evenings.

Pullman and Moscow have kicked off a new public awareness campaign called Two cities, two universities — one community, an effort aimed at showing that both cities along with Washington State University and the University of Idaho are all in this fight together.  #PalouseUnity Campaign

More than $750 million in sales attributed to State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) since inception

OLYMPIA, WA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has awarded the Washington State Department of Commerce a ninth year of funding to help state small businesses grow through exporting. The $1.35 million grant, part of the SBA’s State Trade Expansion Program (STEP), is the largest awarded from a total $19 million to 48 states.

Slight uptick in overall fuel demand pushes the national average up half a penny

BOISE – (September 28, 2020) – According to AAA, Idaho gas prices dropped two cents this week, even as the national average increased by half a penny.  It’s good news for Gem State drivers who are looking forward to the seasonal savings that normally occur at this time of year.

Back to School with the Bodkins

Devin and Nicki Bodkin have three daughters: a kindergartner (Nayvie), a first grader (Emerie) and a third grader (Parlie). Nicki is expecting a baby in December. They’ll be sharing their stories of returning to school during a pandemic. Devin’s a reporter with EdNews and would love to hear what it’s like returning to school for your family. Share your thoughts, ideas and concerns at dbodkin@idahoednews.org.

Day-use visitors will not need a Discover Pass on World Mental Health Day

OLYMPIA – Sept. 21, 2020 – Washington State Parks invites visitors to enjoy a state park for free on Saturday, Oct. 10, in recognition of World Mental Health Day. 

This free day is the 10^th of 12 State Parks free days in 2020, when visitors are not required to display the Discover Pass for day-use visits to a park. This free day replaces the second of two free days postponed due to COVID-19 related park closures last spring.

Departments of Commerce and Agriculture partner with Impact Washington to create Shellfish Seed Bank, offering up to $5,000 to shellfish growers severely impacted by COVID-19

Check out the latest published activity of the Lewiston Police Department.

Lewiston, ID – Alliance Title and Escrow and 101.5 Cat-FM had the opportunity to present Mrs. Stacie Courville, formerly known as Mrs. Harper, from McGhee Elementary School with Teacher of the Month.

An message was sent out to parents in Lewiston, Idaho from the local school district:

"Dear Parent or Guardian,

This email is to inform you that a staff member at Webster Elementary has been diagnosed with COVID-19. The individual did not acquire the infection through contact with a student or staff member or while at school. The school and District has been in contact with Public Health and anyone identified as a close contact of the diagnosed individual will receive a separate letter detailing their next steps. School and classes will remain open and appropriate building cleaning/disinfection have been completed within the last 48 hours..."

OLYMPIA, WA – Leaders worldwide and locally are facing the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression. The trajectory for recovery will be very different depending on where you live, who you are and what industry dominates the regional economy, among other complex factors.

But Gem State pump prices swap places with Utah to 8^th most expensive in the country

BOISE – (September 21, 2020) – Drivers had plenty to be happy about when they filled up this week – according to AAA, gas prices remained stable or decreased in every state of the Union, a sure sign that fall weather and reduced road trips are beginning to have an effect.

WASHINGTON – During a year that’s been unlike any other, U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Idaho Governor Brad Little hailed the kick-off of National Small Business Week and the strength and tenacity of Idaho’s small business owners.

Daily Activity Log, with Cad Comments. Check out the latest published activities of the Lewiston Police Department.

Day Shift handled the following notable calls: Deputies responded to Chase Rd. after receiving a report of found drug paraphernalia. The R/P stated she located used needles while cleaning out her bathroom. Her 16YO daughter, admitted to using them a few days earlier. Deputies completed a report and charging documents for the daughter...