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Meals for Thanksgiving are planned around the region

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Various local organizations are stepping up to provide free Thanksgiving meals, ensuring everyone has a place to celebrate. St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Kamiah will offer a takeout dinner on Thursday, with a deadline for reservations set for today. Inland Oasis in Moscow is hosting a family-friendly potluck on Saturday, encouraging attendees to contribute a dish. The annual Grangeville community dinner is scheduled for Sunday at Grangeville Elementary Middle School, hosted by the Church of Nazarene.

In Lewiston, the Salvation Army will serve a community dinner and deliver meals to individuals in need, aiming to serve around 150 people. Waha Grill invites the public to enjoy a free meal from noon to 8 p. m. on Thursday, marking its sixth year of this tradition. The Wrangler in Lewiston also offers a free dinner, with options for delivery to those unable to attend in person.

These events reflect a strong community commitment to supporting one another during the holiday season.

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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.