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Candlelight vigil to be held in Moscow for World AIDS Day

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A candlelight vigil for World AIDS Day will occur in Moscow on Monday, November 30, at Friendship Square, starting at 5:30 p. m. The vigil honors millions who have died from AIDS-related illnesses, promoting remembrance and awareness. Attendees will receive bags from local nonprofit Inland Oasis, each containing red ribbons and a tea light candle. Rev.

Mary Beth Rivetti will lead a prayer and a time of reflection, emphasizing the importance of community support. This event serves as a reminder of the ongoing impact of HIV/AIDS and the need for continued advocacy and education. Local participation highlights the significance of collective action in addressing health crises. Events like this contribute to reducing stigma and increasing awareness around HIV/AIDS. Such gatherings play a crucial role in fostering compassion and solidarity within the community.

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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.