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Public invited to participate in local LWVs annual summer planning meeting

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The League of Women Voters of Pullman and Whitman County invites the public to contribute ideas for its 2025 calendar during its annual summer planning meeting. The potluck event is set for Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p. m. at the Community Congregational Church on Campus Ave. Participants are asked to bring a dish, salad, or dessert, while the league supplies drinks and tableware.

This meeting aims to encourage community involvement and generate new initiatives for the coming year. Engaging residents in this planning process is vital for ensuring that the league's activities align with the community's needs. The LWV has a long-standing tradition of promoting civic engagement and voter education. Additional details about the league and the planning meeting can be accessed at lwvpullman. org.

Such events are crucial for fostering a vibrant civic culture in Pullman and Whitman County.

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