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Borah Symposium offers long legacy of global community, solutions

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The Fifth International Democratic Peace Conference in Rheims, France, attracted 4,000 pacifists on August 16, 1926, who declared August as International Peace Month, emphasizing their dedication to peace studies. This gathering set the stage for the Kellogg-Briand Pact, signed in 1928, which urged nations to resolve disputes through negotiation rather than war. In the same spirit, the University of Idaho established the William Edgar Borah Outlawry of War Foundation in 1929, supported by Salmon Oliver Levinson, a notable advocate for peace. Senator Borah, who had voted for U. S.

involvement in World War I, later championed the idea of outlawing war, believing that international law should not sanction it. The foundation has hosted annual conferences since 1948, focusing on the causes of war and the conditions for peace. This year's Borah Symposium, themed "Great Power Competition," will take place from September 29 to October 1, drawing international leaders and scholars. The foundation's efforts reflect a long-standing commitment to fostering dialogue on global peace. Through these conferences, UI aims to address contemporary challenges and propose actionable solutions for a more peaceful world.

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Meetings

Local government meetings are scheduled throughout the week in Whitman and Latah counties, including sessions for city councils and planning commissions. Key meetings include the Whitman County Commissioners on Monday and the Moscow Urban Renewal Agency on Thursday. These gatherings provide residents opportunities to engage with local governance.

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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.