Many of today’s physical therapy techniques are actually thousands of years old.

Hippocrates (yes, the Greek philosopher) and later Galen are believed to be among the first to advocate the use of massage and hydrotherapy as far back as 460 BC. It’s not all Greek to us, though; other ancient writings from Persia, China, and Egypt also describe the benefits of exercise, movement, and massage for ailments.

Lumber mill seeking to fill a full-time heavy equipment operator position in the log yard.  Applicants must have a minimum of 4 years of heavy equipment experience and must complete powered industrial safety training.  Knowledge of log species and the ability to identify log species is required.  Preference will be given to applicants with previous mill experience.  Excellent wage and benefit package.  Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license. 

OROFINO, ID – A reminder that the 911 service could be down for up to three hours tonight in much of North-Central Idaho. Frontier Communications is repairing a fiber optic line along Highway 95 between Coeur D’Alene and Worley that was damaged by vandalism.  The planned outage starts at 11:00 pm and will last between 30 minutes and three hours.

OLYMPIA, WA – A Kitsap County senator is going after businesses to grow the state’s coffers.  Senate Bill 5129, sponsored by Senator Christine Rolfes, would add an excise tax to a capital gains tax, and it would increase the Business and Occupation tax rate on most companies.

It’s the Ski Getaway Giveaway from Nez Perce Express!

BOLO - LEWISTON, ID – Be on the lookout for stolen cash.  The Lewiston Police Department is investigating a burglary that involved several thousand dollars of cash & silver certificates.  The theft happened in the 1400 block of Birch Avenue on January 7^th.

LEWISTON, ID – Clinton was impeached, the Dow hit 10,000, and everyone was worried about the chaos and aftermath of Y2K.  That’s what the construction crew working at the Orchards O’Reilly Auto Parts unearthed this morning.  A time capsule was placed in front of what was Grand Auto Parts at the time. 

Lewiston, ID – Pacific Steel & Recycling wants to honor a new veteran every month.  So, they’ve teamed up with Classic Rock 102.9 to collect nominations.  Pacific Steel & Recycling will choose a veteran to honor with a $100 Visa Gift Card each month!

OLYMPIA, WA – You won’t be able to buy “Carry Guard” insurance branded by the NRA in Washington State any more.  Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler banned the sale of the insurance products that are sold as a personal liability policy if you have to use a firearm in self defense.

LAPWAI, ID – The Nez Perce Tribe could have new leaders.  The election for seats on the Tribe Executive Committee is coming up.  If you’re a member of the Nez Perce Tribe and would like to throw your hat in the ring, now’s the time. 

LEWIS-CLARK VALLEY

This Morning Mostly sunny, with a high near 41. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.

 It is so important to do your home-exercise program! 

There is a reason that your physical therapist puts in the time and effort of designing a home program specifically for you. If you don’t follow their recommendation during therapy or after you are discharged, you will get to know your therapist very well because you will be seeing them again and again for the same problem.

OROFINO, ID – The 911 service could be down for up to three hours tomorrow night.  Frontier Communications is repairing a fiber optic line along Highway 95 between Coeur D’Alene and Worley that was damaged by vandalism.  The planned outage starts at 11:00 pm and will last between 30 minutes and three hours.

OLYMPIA, WA – Clarkston and Pullman could have a different time from Lewiston and Moscow if things change according to a Washington State Senate bill.  Senate Bill 5139 would do away with changing your clocks twice a year and set a single year-long time.  The confusing part of the bill is which time to use.  The bill cites a push in the U.S. Congress to use Daylight Saving Time and the state would go along with that

LEWISTON, ID – The Red Cross has issued an emergency call for blood donors.  There is currently less than a three-day supply remaining.  A Red Cross representative says that’s because the holidays are a busy time and people don’t stop in to donate, and there aren’t as many blood drives during that time.