Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
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🏘️ Community
The National Association of Letter Carriers will hold its Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 10, 2025.
Residents can leave nonperishable food near their mailbox and letter carriers will collect it — supporting local food banks and pantries as summer demand grows.
💼 Business
The Refuge Cigar Lounge, located at 223 West 3rd Street just west of downtown, is holding its grand opening today from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. It is open Monday through Thursday from 4:00 to 9:00, on Friday from 4:00 to 10:00, and on Saturday from 10:00 to 10:00.
🎭 Culture
Today, the Moscow Arts Commission is hosting the 3rd Thursday Artwalk in downtown Moscow from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eleven local venues will showcase visual, culinary, literary and performing arts—admission is free.
A free musical tribute concert for folk music legend Dan Maher will take place tonight at the Unitarian Church in Moscow from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.—Maher, who hosted a public radio folk show for over 40 years and was diagnosed with stage 4 liver cancer, will be honored by eight acts as a GoFundMe page helps pay his medical bills.
Today, the city and the Moscow Arts Commission will open 'Wild Light,' a photography exhibition featuring photos by six regional artists at the Third Street Gallery.
The exhibit runs until July 3—its opening reception from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. features refreshments from Goose House Bakery during Moscow’s 3rd Thursday Artwalk.
🏛️ Government
University of Idaho's largest grant for sustainable agriculture practices was terminated this week after new USDA criteria required at least 65% of funds to pay farmers directly—this change ended nearly $59 million in funding from the IAMP project that had enrolled 201 producers from 27 counties. The university will resubmit a revised proposal by June 20 while ensuring eligible expenses incurred before April 13 are reimbursed.
🎉 Moscow Events
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Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival
7-11 p.m. — ICCU Arena — Varies — Celebrate the vibrant world of jazz with the Jeff Hamilton Trio and the Lionel Hampton Big Band.
Engineering Design EXPO
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — ICCU Arena — Free entry — Discover innovative engineering solutions and real-world problem-solving by University of Idaho students.
Moscow Earth Day Celebration
4-7 p.m. — East City Park — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with live music, games, and nature-based activities for the whole family.
An American in Paris Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — RTOP (Regional Theatre of the Palouse) — $30 – $35 — Experience a romantic musical journey set in post-war Paris with timeless Gershwin tunes.
Spring 2025 Design Gala
5:30-9 p.m. — Pitman Center — Ticket includes hors d'oeuvres — Celebrate design with students and professionals at this formal gala featuring a silent auction and keynote speakers.
Pinocchio
9-11 p.m. — Hartung Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved tale of Pinocchio as he discovers the true meaning of being a real boy amidst tempting distractions.
Old Time Jam Session
4-6 p.m. — Mikey's Greek Gyros — Free entry — Bring your instrument or just enjoy the tunes at this community jam session.
Jen Howard Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — One World Cafe — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the soulful sounds of American singer/songwriter Jen Howard and her multi-instrumental talents.
University of Idaho Arboretum Plant Sale
10 a.m.-12 p.m. — University of Idaho — All proceeds support the Arboretum — Browse nearly 200 plant varieties for your garden.
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