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Driver hospitalized after downtown Moscow pickup crash

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A pickup truck crashed into the Hodge and Associates Inc. Engineers building in downtown Moscow at approximately 5 a. m. on Friday, sending the driver to Gritman Medical Center with injuries. Moscow Fire Chief Brian Nickerson confirmed the driver's hospitalization following the accident.

The crash caused significant structural damage to the brick building, leading authorities to close two lanes of traffic and a nearby sidewalk while crews worked to remove the vehicle. Moscow Police announced that traffic lanes reopened around 4:30 p. m. This incident raises alarms about vehicle safety in urban settings, especially during early morning hours when visibility may be limited. Local officials emphasize the need for heightened awareness among drivers in busy downtown areas.

The crash serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with urban driving and the importance of adhering to traffic regulations. Community members are encouraged to report any unsafe driving behavior to local authorities.

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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.