Good morning, Lewiston.

Union Gospel Mission Inland Northwest has secured full funding for the construction of the LC Valley Shelter in Lewiston, adding a building for offices, a chapel, classrooms and childcare that will open this fall.

The mission now seeks an additional $300,000 to purchase essential equipment+ furnishings.

Starting Monday, March 24, a section of Lewiston Levee Trail from Lower Goose Pasture near Highway 12 plus Mile Post 309 to Mile Post 310.5 will be closed for Phase 1 of the City of Lewiston’s Raw Water Intake Project along the Clearwater River; the closure will continue through October 31.

On March 19, 2025, an Idaho County deputy stopped a red Toyota Sienna on Highway 95 north of Grangeville for a traffic violation and a K9 sniff discovered methamphetamine that led to the arrest of Trenton Kasper, 26, who faces extra charges from Washington, as well as Shandi Flowers, 39, and Stephany Maes, 39 — all were charged with drug-related offenses —.

A section of the Lewiston Levee Trail from Lower Goose Pasture near Highway 12, Mile Post 309 to Mile Post 310.5 will be closed starting Monday, March 24 — the closure is for Phase 1 of the City of Lewiston's Raw Water Intake Project along the Clearwater River — and it is expected to continue through October 31.

The Lewiston Fire Department announced the promotion of Engineer Brian Burke, a graduate of Lewis-Clark State College who joined as a Reserve Firefighter in April 2014 and earned the Medal of Valor in 2024.

Fire Chief Greg Rightmier said Burke’s strong work ethic and commitment to the community make him a proven leader—his promotion recognizes his long service.

The Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for a Lateral Patrol Deputy position that pays $29.20 per hour with a benefits package—candidates must have two years of law enforcement experience or obtain Idaho POST Basic Patrol certification within six months.

Applicants can pick up an application at 1150 Wall St in Lewiston or download it from the county website and must submit it by 5:00 p.m. on April 4th.