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Meetings

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This week’s local government meetings in Whitman and Latah counties highlight community engagement opportunities. The Whitman County Commissioners will meet at 9 a. m. Monday at the Courthouse in Colfax, followed by the Moscow City Council Public Works/Finance Committee at 4 p. m.

in City Hall. The Pullman City Council is scheduled to convene at 7 p. m. Tuesday in council chambers, addressing local governance matters. Additional meetings include the Latah County Zoning Commission at 5:30 p.

m. on Tuesday and the Moscow Urban Renewal Agency at 7:30 a. m. Thursday. The variety of meetings reflects active civic participation in local governance and planning.

Community members are encouraged to attend and voice their opinions on relevant issues. Engaging with these local bodies can influence decision-making and policy development in the region.

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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.