Good morning, Moscow.

A Priest River firefighter died Monday afternoon while fighting the Dragon Bravo Fire in northern Arizona — 70-year-old Hank Hester suffered a cardiac emergency near the North Rim Entrance Station and did not survive despite rapid medical aid.

Today, NOAA and state experts report that nearly 80% of the Northwest is in a drought—caused by low spring rain—with severe or extreme conditions affecting more than half the region, including northern Idaho.

Oregon has declared emergencies in several counties, and scientists monitor record low river flows in key waterways.

Gritman Medical Center announced that Chief Nursing Officer Mari Timlin retired after four years at the hospital — she launched a daily safety huddle that boosted staff coordination.

She plans to travel while longtime clinic director Edie Wade takes over her role to continue patient care.

Idaho formed a working group to address its No. 50 ranking in physicians per capita and will report its ideas to Gov. Little and lawmakers before the 2026 session—measures include more scholarships and loan forgiveness to attract new doctors as the state's aging workforce meets a growing patient population.

Tuesday Market

4-7 p.m. — Latah County Fairgrounds & Events Center — Free entry — Explore local vendors and enjoy fresh produce and handcrafted goods at Moscow's weekly market.

Tuesday Market

4-7 p.m. — Latah County Fairgrounds & Events Center — Free entry — Discover local goods, fresh produce, and handmade crafts at this vibrant weekly market.

Moscow - Silent Book Club w/ BookPeople

5-7 p.m. — Moscow Public Library — Free entry — Bring your own book and enjoy an hour of silent reading with fellow book lovers.

Babes & Books at the Moscow Public Library

10-11 a.m. — Moscow Public Library — Free — Engage in stories, songs, and fun activities designed for babies under 15 months to foster early literacy.

Beginners Sourdough Class in Moscow

12-1:30 p.m. — Moscow Public Library — Check website for cost — Learn the art of sourdough making with local expert Kathie LaFortune.

Tuesday Market

4-7 p.m. — Latah County Fairgrounds & Events Center — Free entry — Explore local vendors and fresh produce in a vibrant community market setting.

IRWA Annual Fall Conference 2025

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Best Western Plus University Inn — Registration required — Attend a variety of training sessions and network with professionals in the industry.

Craft Lounge at the Moscow Public Library

5:30-7 p.m. — Moscow Public Library — Free entry — Unleash your creativity with crafting projects and connect with fellow adults.

Tuesday Market

4-7 p.m. — Latah County Fairgrounds & Events Center — Free entry — Explore local vendors and enjoy fresh produce at the weekly community market.

Tap the Keg: Homecoming Kickoff

4:30-7:30 p.m. — University of Idaho — Entry included with food and drink costs — Celebrate Homecoming weekend with local craft brews, food from SmasHouse, and live music from DoubleWide Surprise.