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The Latah County Human Rights Task Force seeks nominations for the 2026 Rosa Parks Human Rights Achievement Awards, honoring individuals dedicated to human rights. Nominations are due by Jan. 13, 2026, and winners will be celebrated during the Martin Luther King Jr. Human Rights Community Breakfast on Jan. 24.
A house fire in Moscow on Monday morning resulted in no injuries, with one adult and three pets evacuating safely. Firefighters discovered the blaze in a crawl space beneath the bathroom, and the cause remains under investigation.
Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse will host its annual Gingerbread Fundraiser from 5:30-8 p.m. on Dec. 5 at the 1912 Center in Moscow. The event features live jazz music, hors d’oeuvres, and a sponsored bar, with proceeds supporting services for survivors of domestic violence and related crimes.
Marlynn Markley, the Judicial Services Director of Whitman County District Court, received the Court Manager of the Year award from the state of Washington. Nominated by District Judge John Hart, Markley retires after 45 years of service, leaving a significant legacy in the local judicial system.
Lewiston will host the Winter Spirit holiday lights display at Locomotive Park on Saturday, featuring 800,000 lights. The public is invited to the lighting ceremony from 5-6 p.m., with a countdown led by emcee Keith Havens at 6 p.m. Organizers emphasize safety for attendees, especially regarding parking and street crossings.
The Moscow Volunteer Fire Department responded to a house fire Monday morning at C and Washington streets. Fire Chief Brian Nickerson reported no injuries to residents or pets, while firefighters worked to access the fire beneath the floor.
Fisheries managers in Hells Canyon are considering relocating sturgeon and initiating a hatchery program in response to declining juvenile populations. The white sturgeon population has dropped by 33% from 2014 to 2025, raising concerns about the species' long-term viability.
A suspect vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash in Plummer, Idaho, has been located by authorities. The Idaho State Police identified a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado LT as the vehicle that struck a female pedestrian and failed to stop. The investigation remains ongoing as police seek information about the driver.
David Pock, 45, pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from a car chase in Pullman, including attempting to elude police and unlawful weapon display. Authorities apprehended Pock after he allegedly threatened a woman with a bow and arrow before leading deputies on a high-speed chase. He faces nearly a year in jail if convicted and remains in custody with bail set at $100,000.
A pedestrian died after being struck by a pickup truck in Plummer, Idaho, on Friday evening. The truck, which was traveling northbound on U.S. Highway 95, failed to stop after the collision and fled the scene. Idaho State Police are seeking information from the public regarding the incident.