May 15, 2025                   Vol. 21 Issue 115

VFW celebrating 90th Birthday with community event Memorial Day
Harold Kinne Veterans of Foreign War Post 3296 invites the community to join them in celebrating their 90th birthday on Memorial Day, May 26, with party at the Orofino City Park. See the info and photo...

IDFG Commission modifies spring Chinook salmon seasons on Clearwater drainage
During its May 13 conference call, the Idaho Fish and Game Commission approved modifications to the spring Chinook salmon fishing seasons due to the numbers of actual returning adult Chinook salmon over Bonneville Dam exceeding the preseason forecast. See the article...

Former OES principal, Angela Baldus named Lewiston assistant superintendent
Lewiston Independent School District Board of Directors announced the hiring of Angela Baldus as the new Assistant Superintendent, effective for the 2025-2026 academic year, according to the district's Facebook post. See the info and photo...

Nez Perce National Historical Park to host author Tony Evans June 14
LAPWAI - The Nez Perce National Historical Park will host author Tony Evans for a discuss of his book Teaching Native Pride Saturday June 14 at 1 p.m. Pacific Time at the Spalding Visitor Center. See the article and photo...

Jones named vice president for finance and administration at Lewis-Clark State College
LEWISTON - After a national search, Chris Jones has been named vice president for finance and administration (VPFA) at Lewis-Clark State College, President Cynthia Pemberton announced on Thursday. See the article and photo...

Meet Idaho's working dogs in new production 'Dogs With Jobs'
BOISE - Dogs make people's lives easier and fuller. From guarding to guiding, sledding to sniffing, their canine counterparts stay busy helping everyday Idahoans get work done. See the article...

Voters to determine emergency services levy, road commissioners, school levies, May 20
Clearwater County voters will go to the polls Tuesday, May 20, to cast their ballots concerning a levy proposed by the Clearwater County Ambulance District, elect Clearwater Highway District Commissioners and determine supplemental levies of Nezperce Joint School District No. 302 and Whitepine Joint School District No. 288. See the info...

Making a Difference: Our Healthcare Leadership in Washington DC
St. Mary's Health and Clearwater Valley Health CEO Lenne Bonner, also serving as the 2025 Idaho Hospital Association Board Chair, recently traveled to Washington D.C. to advocate directly with our elected officials. See the article and photo...

Rotary thanks those who supported community estate sale
Thank you to everyone that supported the Rotary Club of Orofino with the fourth annual community Reduce, Reuse, Recycle estate sale last month. See the column...

Obituary:
Donald Francis Ingle Jr., 84, Lenore...

Lewis-Clark State College celebrates GED graduates with ceremony
LEWISTON - Lewis-Clark State College often touts the fact that it has education offerings ranging from GED to graduate programs. See the article and photo...

US 95 paving through Riggins starts next week
RIGGINS - Starting Monday, construction will begin on U.S. Highway 95 through the city of Riggins to replace or repair manhole covers and fix soft spots to preserve the highway surface and provide a smoother trip through town. See the info and photo...

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We Have a Winner!
Join us for our 690th Clearwater History Trivia, a special feature to celebrate Clearwater Country's history and heritage. See the winner, answer and clues...

We Have a Winner!
Join us for our 689th Clearwater History Trivia, a special feature to celebrate Clearwater Country's history and heritage. See the answer, winner and clues...

We Need Your Memories!
Join us for our 618th Clearwater History Trivia, a special feature to celebrate Clearwater Country's history and heritage. See how to help....

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