Good morning, Moscow.

With three days left in its May Kitten Shower campaign, the Whitman County Humane Society announced it has raised $9,800—three times its $3,000 goal—thanks to a $5,000 donation from a local donor & matching support from the Lauren McCluskey Foundation.

Local performers in Moscow will bring Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland to the stage at Hartung Theater on May 31 — the show will feature high-energy contemporary ballet and actors as young as three exploring the classic story.

The University of Idaho expanded in-person college courses for incarcerated students at several state prisons by offering classes in communication, general studies and organizational sciences — a change driven by dedicated educators who worked to overcome barriers like limited internet access — to help more people earn a GED and college credit.

The Palouse Conservation District is inviting locals to join Bike & Bird tomorrow in Pullman and will lead a casual ride along the Chipman Trail from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Participants will stop to view birds and observe how habitat restoration along Paradise Creek has improved local biodiversity.

Homebuyers in Idaho saw a 40% rise in monthly mortgage payments from 2022 to February 2025—an increase of about $683 from $1,707 to $2,390—while median home prices changed little.

The lawn watering season begins on Sunday in Pullman and Moscow — in Moscow residents may water lawns with sprinklers only at night from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Idaho's health department announced that starting June 1, private insurance companies Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare will manage dual Medicaid and Medicare plans for about 27,000 eligible patients.

Patients have until Aug. 30 to choose a plan if they wish to change, although many are already automatically enrolled — existing authorizations will be honored for the first 90 days.

ALICE: A Contemporary Ballet

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Hartung Theatre — $20 – $55 — Experience a whimsical journey through Wonderland with local performers exploring themes of identity in this high-energy ballet.

Angel Urrea Live Performance

6 PM – 12 AM — One World Cafe — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of acoustic melodies from a talented solo guitarist based in Moscow.

Aikido Classes

10 a.m. — Inland Oasis Inc — Suggested $5 donation — Experience the art of Aikido, a form of moving meditation focusing on harmony and self-defense.

Qigong & Meditation Summer Series

2-3 p.m. — Idler's Rest Nature Preserve — Donations welcome — Experience guided Qigong and meditation amidst the serene cedars of nature.

Moscow Past & Present Book Launch

7-8 p.m. — 1912 Center — Free entry — Celebrate the release of a new book showcasing the evolution of Moscow, Idaho through captivating historical photographs.

Angel Urrea Live Performance

7 PM – 1 AM — Palouse Caboose Bar And Grill — Check for entry fee — Enjoy a night of acoustic music with talented guitarist Angel Urrea.

Angel Urrea Acoustic Performance

6 PM – 12 AM — One World Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy the musical talent of local acoustic guitarist Angel Urrea in an intimate setting.