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Man arrested after allegedly firing pistol

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Shawn T. Johnson, 58, remains in Nez Perce County Jail after allegedly firing a pistol at another vehicle while driving down Lewiston Hill. He faces aggravated assault charges, with a bond set at $500,000 by Judge Victoria Olds in Nez Perce County’s 2nd District Court. A competency evaluation has been scheduled for August 29. Witnesses reported a man in a white GMC pickup truck waving a pistol, leading to a police response.

Idaho State Police Cpl. Cory Juber stopped Johnson's vehicle and found a pistol in the center console along with multiple rifles. Johnson reportedly claimed he was shooting "warning shots" at Washington State troopers. He expressed cryptic remarks about needing a public takedown during his arrest. This incident raises concerns about public safety and gun violence in the area.

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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

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