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Strutting their stuff on last night of rodeo

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The Lewiston Roundup's last night featured thrilling rodeo action, with Australian cowboy Damian Brennan winning the saddle bronc competition with a score of 88 on Seven of Spades. Montana's Sam Petersen triumphed in the bareback riding event, scoring 91 and earning a spot in the National Finals Rodeo. Texas cowboy Wyatt Casper rode with a broken leg, finishing second with an 84, while Cooper Cooke scored 88 despite also nursing an injury. McKenna Coronado from Utah achieved the fastest barrel racing time of the night at 17. 29 seconds, although it fell short of the week's best.

The bull riding event was intense, with only one cowboy, Hayden Ferguson, managing to stay on for the full eight seconds. The night ended with celebratory fireworks, honoring a 101-year-old WWII veteran, Frank Reisinger, who received a standing ovation from the crowd. The rodeo attracted riders from various regions, highlighting the dedication and resilience of these competitors. The performances underscored the excitement and tradition of rodeo culture in Lewiston.

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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.