Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
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💼 Business
David Whitehead, president of Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories — a company with a Moscow facility — was named 2025 Engineering Manager of the Year by the American Society for Engineering Management on September 26 at a conference hosted by the University of Idaho in Boise.
He earned the award for building strong teams and creating new energy solutions — work that supports local industry — and his win highlights leadership in engineering.
🌲 Environment
A section of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest in North Latah County remains closed as deer season begins Friday—officials have not explained the closure even though the White Pine Fire is 93% contained.
Campgrounds and roads near the burn scar are still shut pending further guidance.
A section of Nez Perce—Clearwater National Forest in North Latah County remains closed for unknown reasons as deer season starts Friday due to a federal government shutdown affecting the U.S. Forest Service.
The White Pine Fire is 93% contained on about 1,000 acres and campgrounds remain closed, with full containment expected on Halloween.
📰 Real Estate
A new study by Cinch Home Services shows that Idaho led the nation with a 156 percent increase in property values from 2015 to today—recording its highest single-year jump of 29.4 percent between 2021 and 2022.
Other states such as Utah, Washington, and Florida also had strong gains, while Louisiana recorded the smallest rise.
🏈 Sports
The IHSAA announced the 2025 Fall Sports Academic State Champions with teams from multiple sports recognized for high GPAs, including Moscow for girls soccer with a 3.826 GPA.
The awards—sponsored by First Federal Bank—will honor student-athletes who excel in both academics and sports.
🎉 Moscow Events
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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.
Josh Ritter Live Concert
2-5 p.m. — Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre — $51 — Catch a matinee performance by Josh Ritter in his hometown of Moscow.
Ben Barton: Yellow Dog Flats
6-10 p.m. — Shattuck West - Brewery Taproom & Music — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the soulful blues of guitarist Ben Barton, rooted in Mississippi and Memphis traditions.
Moscow Craft Lounge
5:30-7:00 p.m. — Moscow Public Library — Free entry — Get creative with fellow adults over a craft project of your choice or use the materials provided each month.
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