Good morning, Lewiston.

A report published Mar.

2 revealed where Idaho ranks for women in construction nationwide, offering data on job numbers and industry trends statewide + the findings provide a benchmark for local progress.

The Liberty Theater Preservation Alliance will begin marquee renovations downtown the second week of March after removing the historic blade sign on Feb.

24, and if fundraising meets its goals, they will replace the sign with an identical new version.

LC State staff member Edgar Galeano earned his fourth Grammy nomination for his spoken word on Chris Redding’s album, The Colors in My Mind, blending new age, ambient & R&B influences.

He continues to inspire LC State students and is preparing his third poetry book.

Gas prices remain steady in Lewiston at $3.07 while AAA Idaho confirms the state average for regular gas holds at $2.97.

Rising crude oil costs due to global conflict may push pump prices above $3 soon + refineries will soon produce the more expensive summer-blend fuel.

In Boise, the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee voted on Monday to restore funding cuts for health education programs, new medical residencies and community colleges; the decision now awaits approval from the House and Senate (supporting rural Idaho’s education and health workforce).