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Pullman Regional Hospital launches expansion project

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Pullman Regional Hospital has officially broken ground on its $41 million Patient Care Expansion Project, set to unfold in three phases over the next three years. This initiative aims to remodel around 30,000 square feet of the hospital to enhance healthcare delivery in the community. CEO Matt Forge emphasized the growing demand for services, noting that the hospital has seen a significant increase in emergency visits and surgeries over the past decade. The expansion will include a fifth operating room, ten additional emergency patient care rooms, and a dedicated mental health space to better meet patient needs. Construction will be carried out in phases to allow the hospital to remain fully operational throughout the process.

The project stems from a $27. 5 million bond approved by voters in 2022 and will also rely on philanthropic efforts to raise an additional $7 million. With over $1 million raised so far, Forge expressed gratitude for community support and a commitment to meeting expectations. The hospital's expansion reflects a proactive approach to evolving healthcare demands 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.