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Fourteen high school marching bands competed at the Idaho Regional Championship held at the University of Idaho's Kibbie Dome. Local band directors expressed pride in their students' dedication and hard work as they concluded the marching band season. The Vandal Marching Band, with over 270 members, performed during the event, aiming to inspire future musicians.
The government shutdown has created uncertainty for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), impacting food security for over 130,000 Idaho residents. Local nonprofits, including the Idaho Foodbank, are preparing for increased demand as they rely on community support amidst the funding crisis. Regional director Hy’D Andrews emphasizes the importance of local initiatives to support those in need.
Nonprofit food banks, including the Idaho Foodbank, anticipate increased demand for services as federal SNAP benefits face uncertainty. Regional director Hy'D Andrews highlights the organization's support and urges community involvement to assist those in need.
A Lewiston man sustained non-life-threatening injuries in a motorcycle crash in Clarkston early Saturday morning. The motorcyclist lost control and crashed into a chain-link fence after leaving the roadway. Authorities are investigating the incident, with speed suspected as a contributing factor.
Ridgeline High School won the Bands of America Idaho Regional Championship in Moscow, achieving a score of 82.3 and earning awards for outstanding music, visual performance, and general effect. Lewiston High School finished in 11th place, while Clarkston High School took 12th.
FāVS News received the Humanities Washington Award, recognizing its contributions to public humanities. The award ceremony will take place online on December 10. FāVS News covers religious and ethics-related issues for readers in the Inland Northwest.
Pullman Regional Hospital begins its $41 million Patient Care Expansion Project this month, aimed at enhancing healthcare services for the community. The project will unfold in three phases over three years, ultimately increasing emergency capacity and outpatient support. CEO Matt Forge expressed gratitude for community support and emphasized the project's importance in meeting growing healthcare demands.
The Moscow-Pullman Daily News lists various community events occurring over the weekend, including art exhibitions, film screenings, and workshops. Highlights include the Winter Market in Moscow and the musical "Pippin" at Harding Theater. These events foster local engagement and support for the arts.
Whitman and Latah County officials scheduled multiple public meetings for the week, including city councils and various commissions. Notable meetings include the Pullman City Council and Moscow Farmers Market Commission, both set for Tuesday evening. Several meetings are canceled this week, including the Moscow Urban Renewal Agency.
Idaho ranks 14th and Washington 37th in religiosity according to the Pew Research Center's 2023-24 study. The study reveals that 61% of highly religious Idahoans lean Republican, while 67% of less religious Washington residents lean Democrat. Sociologists suggest that political migration influences these rankings, intertwining religious and political identities.