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Latah County's marriage licenses included Daryl Lesley Warfield Jr. and Jaycee Morgan Dodds on October 3, along with several other couples throughout the week. Whitman County recorded births, including a boy born at Pullman Regional Hospital to Brandy Bloodsworth and Sean Pennell. The Pullman Police Department responded to various incidents, including harassment and a hit-and-run crash on Southeast Bishop Boulevard. WSU Police arrested a 19-year-old man for felony cyber harassment on East Grimes Way, reflecting a focus on campus safety.

Moscow Police reported thefts and threats of violence, including stolen jewelry and a person lighting paper on fire. These incidents underscore ongoing concerns about crime and safety in the community. The marriage licenses and birth announcements highlight personal milestones occurring amid these challenges. Together, these records illustrate the multifaceted nature of life in the Latah and Whitman counties.

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