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Whitman County Commissioners canceled their meeting scheduled for Monday, while various city councils and commissions in Moscow, Pullman, Genesee, and Kendrick will convene throughout the week. Notable meetings include the Moscow City Council and the Latah County Planning Commission, both set for Tuesday evening.
Washington State University will raise tuition by 3.3% for the 2026-27 academic year, marking the ninth consecutive year of increases. Resident undergraduates will pay $12,063, while non-residents will see fees rise to $29,734. The university also approved $12 million for upgrades to Gesa Field at Martin Stadium.
A fundraiser in Lewiston aims to assist Austen Dawson, a Moscow man injured in a campus fight, with his medical expenses. The event includes a silent auction, dinner, and a live auction, with activities scheduled from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.
The Moscow League of Women Voters, founded in 1951, has significantly contributed to local civic engagement and education, growing from 24 to 44 members in its early years. The group remains active today, focusing on voter education and registration efforts while maintaining a nonpartisan stance. Their historical archives document the league's evolution and ongoing relevance in addressing contemporary issues.
Latah County issued several marriage licenses and reported multiple births, including a boy named Linkin Michael Sullivan and a girl named Elowin Poe, both born at Gritman Medical Center. Meanwhile, Pullman Police responded to various incidents, including reports of theft, harassment, and a hit-and-run crash.
Nearly 2,000 Avista Utilities customers lost power Saturday evening due to a Whitman County outage. The outage, affecting parts of Pullman and extending southeast to the Snake River, began around 7:30 p.m. and is expected to be resolved by 10:15 p.m.
University of Idaho students commemorated the three-year anniversary of the murders of Xana Kernodle, Ethan Chapin, Kaylee Goncalves, and Madison Mogen with a solemn remembrance ceremony. Attendees visited the Vandal Healing Garden, leaving handwritten notes and lighting candles to honor the victims while reflecting on their legacy of kindness.
Ada County Judge Steven Hippler ordered Bryan Kohberger to pay an additional $3,007 in restitution for funeral expenses related to the 2022 Moscow murders. Kohberger's attorneys argued against the payment, citing his inability to earn money while serving four life sentences; however, Hippler noted Kohberger has received substantial donations while incarcerated.
St. Vincent de Paul in Clarkston opens applications for its Christmas Connection program from Nov. 24 to Dec. 12. The initiative provides food and toys for families with children aged 15 and younger, culminating in a celebration on Dec. 20.
All eight public colleges and universities in Idaho reported enrollment increases this fall, leading to a statewide rise of 4.2%. This marks a 19.1% increase in headcount since fall 2020, defying national trends of declining college enrollment.