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Moscow Mountain closed to vehicles

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Moscow Mountain is closed to motorized vehicles due to fire danger, as Bennett Lumber Products Inc. announced on Facebook. The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for the region, highlighting dry and windy conditions that exacerbate fire risks. Bennett Lumber has prohibited camping and campfires on all its properties to further prevent potential wildfires. The company is actively supporting firefighters battling a wildfire in a logging area near Deary.

This closure impacts local recreational activities, particularly during the summer months when outdoor engagement is high. Residents and visitors are advised to stay informed about local fire regulations and conditions. The ongoing wildfire poses significant challenges to both the environment and local resources. Such precautions are essential to ensure public safety amid increasing fire threats in the region.

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Berney to retire as counseling point man

Mike Berney, Executive Director of Palouse River Counseling, will retire in December after over 30 years of service, paving the way for Clinical Director Kathleen Stewardson to assume his role. Under Berney's leadership, the organization expanded significantly, enhancing mental health services across Whitman County. Berney expressed optimism for the future of behavioral health in the community.

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Fire is not the enemy

Volunteers in north central Idaho conducted a controlled burn near Viola to reduce wildfire risks and enhance ecological health. Led by Heather Heward, the team emphasized the importance of fire as a tool for land management, likening it to medicine for wildlands. Participants included university students and local forestry professionals learning to adapt to fire’s role in the ecosystem.