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July 24, 2026
Vol. 22 Issue 87
Published nightly, except Sunday, in Orofino, ID
Breaking news (7-25-26, 10:30 a.m.)
Fatal off-road vehicle accident near Pierce under investigation
An off-road accident near Pierce is under investigation by the Clearwater County Sheriff's Office. See the report...
Breaking news (7-24-26)
Air Quality Advisory issued for both on and off the Nez Perce Reservation
An Air Quality Advisory was issued both on and off the Nez Perce Reservation by Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and the Nez Perce Tribe Friday afternoon due to wildfire smoke. See the advisory and graphics...
Sheriff John Smith gives County Commissioners update on Greer Fire
Sheriff John Smith gave an update on the Greer fire to the Clearwater County Commissioners July 13. See the report...
Driver License Office to be closed
Clearwater County Drivers' License Office will be closed Friday, July 23. See the info...
2026 online falls prevention seminar series being presented
Enjoy a fall-free summer outdoors with experts Emily Elsner and Sam Picciano with an online falls prevention seminar Thursday, July 30 noon - 1 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time | 11 a.m. - noon Pacific Daylight Time. See the article...
Orofino Senior Meal Site announces lunch menu for August 2026
Menus have been approved by our Registered Dietitian. Meals can be delivered to people unable to attend the Meal Site. Contact for more information - Orofino Meal Site 208-476-4238. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. See the menu...
Obituary:
Virginia Ruth McIntosh, 93, Orofino...
Continue celebrating 250 Years of America with discounted camping
BOISE - Looking for a chance to squeeze in one more summer camping trip before the school season begins? See the article...
Idaho Fish and Game relocates young cow moose from Lewiston
Wildlife staff safely captured and relocated a yearling moose to more suitable habitat in a remote portion of the region. See the article and photo...
Idaho County Deputies involved in officer involved shooting
On July 24, 2026, at about 8:56 a.m., Idaho County Dispatch received a 911 call on Clear Creek Road near Clearwater regarding two gun shots and screaming and yelling coming from the residence. See the report...
Breaking news (7-23-26)
Clearwater County Sheriff's Office announces non-renewal of Flock Camera system
Clearwater County Sheriff's Office is providing notice that they will not be renewing their agreement for the Flock camera system. See the info...
Breaking news (7-23-26, 6:40 p.m.)
National Weather Service-Missoula has issue Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service-Missoula has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northwestern Clearwater County until 7 p.m. See the warning...
Commercial property assessments in Clearwater County cause major concerns
Commercial property assessments in Clearwater County were issued the first Monday of June causing major concerns and questions because they had increased sometimes up to two or three times in the assessed value of improved commercial property countywide from last year. See the article...
BLM announces completion of renovations at Pink House Campground
Bureau of Land Management's Cottonwood Field Office has completed renovations at the Pink House Recreation Site near Orofino following a temporary shutoff of amenities required for a full overhaul of the sewage lift station. See the article...
Nikki Freeman appointed to Planning and Zoning Commission
Following the recommendation of Mayor Ryan Smathers, the Orofino City Council approved the appointment of Nikki Freeman to the Orofino Planning and Zoning Commission during their regular session July 14. See the report...
Rotarians remain busy in July
Our club has remained busy throughout July and a new term led by Orofino Rotary President Cindy Wines and President-Elect Cathy Judge. See the column with photos...
Obituary:
Deb Lewis Proffitt, 61, Orofino...
Love the spirit of holidays, but not the winter season?
Love the spirit of the holidays but not so jazzed about the winter season? See the invitation...
Only way to fully put out a campfire is water
The only way to fully put out a campfire is with water, according to an Idaho Department of Lands Facebook post. See the article and graphic...
Free Ice Cream Social planned in Peck
There is no charge for an Ice Cream Social at the Peck Community Center Saturday from 1-3 p.m. See the article...
Average regular gas prices up 10 cents per gallon this week
Average price of a gallon of regular gasoline went up 10 cents by Monday to $4.09. See the report...
Clearwater Trekkers to hike Isabella Landing Trail Saturday
Join Clearwater Trekkers on Saturday, July 25, for a scenic trek along the Isabella Landing Trail. See the article and photo...
IDFG Commission modifies daily bag limit for fall Chinook salmon seasons
The forecasted number of wild fall Chinook for 2026 is lower than recent years. See the column, video and photo...
Vehicles can start wildfires
Vehicles can start wildfires. See the article and graphic...
'Idaho Experience' examines how decisions are made about preserving Idaho's artifacts
BOISE - What's the difference between an artifact and old junk? See the article...
Looking for a gift or collectible, special photos or frames, need faster Internet, a new roof, technology help?
Check out our Directory Page and see who might have the technology help, remedies for holes in your roof, faster Internet, that special photo, frame or gift. See the page...
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Check Classifieds...
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....
"All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost; the old that is strong does not wither, deep roots are not reached by the frost." --- JRR Tolkien, from "The Fellowship of the Ring"
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