Thursday, May 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Lewiston. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested a woman on May 7 after she was involved in a crash in Lewiston — authorities say the investigation is ongoing. Big Country News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Senator Carl Crabtree, aged 68, died in Boise after battling brain cancer—he was known for his strong support of education and farming. He represented District 7 from 2016 to 2022 and joined the Department of Education in 2023 as director of intergovernmental affairs—helping promote early literacy and statewide dyslexia screening. Dailyfly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nez Perce County is preparing for a May 20 election with polls open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and early voting available at the Courthouse until May 16, while voters must submit absentee ballot requests by May 9. Voters in Lewiston and across the county will cast ballots on three issues—a city bond for infrastructure, a school levy for maintenance, and the annexation of the Genesee Recreation District. KLEW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sam Penny, a 6‑2 guard and incoming freshman from McCall‑Donnelly, signed with LC State Men’s Basketball after his high school won district and conference titles. Coach Austin Johnson said Penny is known for his work ethic and unselfish play—he averaged 21.5 points and 5.0 rebounds per game during his standout senior season. Dailyfly
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