Good Day
Lewiston
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Lewiston. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jase McKnight of Lewiston High School was named runner-up High School Vocalist at the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival held April 22 to 25 in Moscow and earned a $1,000 Avista Foundation scholarship for his performance. Dailyfly
- ➤ The Idaho State Board of Education approved tuition hikes for public colleges in Lewiston. Undergrad tuition will rise up to $425 at three universities and $350 at Lewis-Clark State College starting fall, with board members saying fixed-dollar increases offer more predictability for families + students. KLEW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest will start prescribed fires in the coming days to reduce vegetation risks and clear debris ahead of tree planting. The burns—covering 70, 20, 40, and 75 acres—may lead to temporary closures and brief smoke impacts. Big Country News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Little will proclaim May as Wildfire Awareness Month this Friday — urging residents to prepare for a growing wildfire season as the Department of Lands hosts statewide outreach events and shares prevention tips online. Big Country News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jodi Boles, a dedicated Twin Rivers Special Olympics competitor, will represent her team in bocce at the 2026 USA Games in Minnesota. A local fundraiser featuring a dart tournament and silent auction is scheduled for Saturday, June 13 (at the Zoo on 1238 13th Ave) to cover her travel costs. KLEW
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