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Firefighter Justin Shaw, injured by a falling tree last summer, aims to return home this fall after suffering a traumatic brain injury. His family is modifying their home to ensure it is ADA compliant, allowing him greater safety and privacy. Contributions for the home remodel can be made through a fundraising site.
The Pullman City Council authorized negotiations with former City Administrator Mike Urban to resolve employment disputes. Urban was placed on administrative leave in March due to false accusations but was exonerated in April. Interim city administrator Jeff Elbracht is currently filling Urban's role.
Firefighters in Whitman County battle the Central Ferry Fire near Dusty, which has consumed 5,500 acres and remains 0% contained. Level 2 evacuations are underway, and smoke from another fire in Olympic National Park has affected local air quality. Cooler temperatures and rain are expected this weekend, potentially aiding firefighting efforts.
Smoke from a wildfire in Washington’s Olympic National Park drifted into the Palouse region, affecting air quality. The fire has consumed over 7,000 acres, prompting evacuations and mutual aid requests in nearby Whitman County. Cooler temperatures and rain are expected this weekend, which may help control the fire.
Pullman City Council approved a grant application for a traffic signal at Center Street and Grand Avenue, aiming to improve safety and traffic flow at a busy intersection. The $1.6 million grant from Washington’s Transportation Improvement Board will contribute to a total project cost of $1.8 million. Design work is expected to begin in 2026 if awarded.
A 75-year-old driver crashed his semitruck while transporting newspapers on U.S. Highway 195 near Rosalia, sustaining injuries after swerving to avoid a deer. Eugene "Pat" Long was airlifted to a Spokane hospital, where he is expected to recover. Tribune Editor Nathan Alford emphasized the importance of community support during this incident.
Victor J. Gray, 53, faces federal charges of second-degree murder and firearm use in the death of neighbor Melvin P. Williamson Jr. Gray claims self-defense after Williamson allegedly attacked his significant other. The case, initially dropped by state prosecutors, has moved to Idaho’s U.S. District Court.
Washington State University plans a $7.6 million expansion of its Nuclear Science Center, adding a 5,000-square-foot facility with three hot cells and a chemistry wet lab. The project, funded by a congressional request, aims to enhance research capabilities and provide training for the nation's nuclear workforce. Construction will take one year, with hot cells operational in up to five years.
A lemonade stand and baked goods sale will take place Wednesday in Pullman, benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Shay Connell and her friends aim to raise $20,000, building on their success of over $100,000 since 2018. The event runs from 2-6 p.m. at 720 SW. Finch Way.
A 41-year-old man from Bovill, Dane Clark, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault after pointing a shotgun at a family member during a domestic dispute. He remains in jail on a $50,000 bond, with sentencing scheduled for October 14, where a four-year sentence is recommended along with a rider program for mental health treatment.