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Friendly companion by his side

A Moscow family found a service dog named Earl to assist their autistic son, Kaleb Robison, 10. The golden retriever has significantly improved Kaleb's emotional regulation, independence, and social interactions. The family's journey was featured in the documentary "Unleashing Hope: The Power of Service Dogs for Children With Autism."

Rite Aid files for bankruptcy stores remain open for now

Rite Aid seeks bankruptcy protection again, aiming to sell most of its assets while keeping stores open temporarily. The drugstore chain, which operates 1,245 locations in 15 states, will transfer customer prescriptions to other pharmacies amid financial struggles.

Pullman officials encouraging applicants for city council positions

The Pullman Chamber of Commerce encourages candidates to apply for city council positions in wards 1, 2, and 3 ahead of this fall's election. Interested individuals must be registered voters residing in the respective wards and must file their candidacy by 5 p.m. Friday with the Whitman County auditor’s office.

Palouse schools recognized for academic excellence

Several schools in Whitman County received state-level recognition for academic excellence in Washington. The Washington State Board of Education announced the honorees of the 2023-24 Washington State School Recognition Program, highlighting schools that show exceptional student progress. Notable recipients include LaCrosse Elementary and High Schools, St. John Elementary, Tekoa High School, and Pullman’s Franklin Elementary School.

PRH Foundations Girlfriends Gather fundraiser set for next week

The Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation Women’s Leadership Guild will distribute $10,000 to local nonprofits focused on women’s and children’s health during its Girlfriends Gather event on May 15. Attendees can nominate eligible nonprofits in four counties by making a $100 donation.

Forest Service to reduce comment periods

The U.S. Forest Service plans to expedite environmental reviews for logging projects by minimizing public engagement. Acting Deputy Chief Jacqueline Emanuel's directive emphasizes using categorical exclusions, reducing opportunities for public comment, alarming conservation groups. Critics argue that public input is essential for effective project design and oversight.

Little Big, beautiful bill could reduce revenue

Idaho Governor Brad Little highlighted the state's economic growth but warned that proposed federal tax cuts could lead to reduced state revenue. The state legislature recently approved tax cuts totaling $453 million, while Little's conservative budget seeks to limit cuts to around $100 million. He expressed concerns over potential federal spending cuts that may impact essential programs like Medicaid.

News Stream 2 - Northwest Public Broadcasting

Northwest Public Broadcasting will host "News Stream 2" on May 3, 2025, at 5:00 AM GMT. The event focuses on technology and computing topics relevant to the audience. This initiative aims to enhance public engagement with current technological advancements.

Pullman man sentenced

Lane Hunting-Smith, 33, pleaded guilty to four counts of first-degree child rape and faces up to life in prison. Prosecutors recommend a 20-year sentence after Hunting-Smith was arrested for sexually assaulting a 9-year-old child and possessing explicit videos of the victim. Sentencing is scheduled for June 13.

UI, LCSC tuition increases approved

The Idaho State Board of Education approved a 3.5% tuition increase for the University of Idaho and Lewis-Clark State College. This increase will raise tuition for full-time resident undergraduates at the University of Idaho to $9,400, while Lewis-Clark State College students will pay $7,876 next year. The rise aims to cover costs amid declining state support and increasing enrollment.

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