Good morning, Lewiston.

Families of fallen troops in our community face hardship as strict benefit rules leave many with housing instability and unmet basic needs.

North Idaho Veterans Village offers guidance while advocates push for legislative change through the Caring for Survivors Act — awaiting committee review.

The Idaho Lottery today introduced its special America250 in Idaho Scratch Game — a patriotic $5 ticket offering prizes up to $25,000 — in time for Memorial Day weekend.

The game is available at lottery retailers statewide.

University of Idaho Extension Nez Perce County has opened Idaho Master Gardener Diagnostic Plant Clinics in Lewiston to offer free gardening advice on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and second and fourth Wednesdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.—residents may drop off inquiries during regular office hours.

In summer 2023, Washington State University researchers found evidence of Sin Nombre virus in local rodents, with nearly 30% showing past exposure and 10% actively infected in Latah and Benewah counties (areas near Lewiston).

Health officials advise that ventilating enclosed spaces and wet-cleaning methods can help reduce exposure risks.

Denny Grubb, a local baseball statistician, will record his 700th game in the press box on Tuesday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. for Game 13 of the NAIA World Series in Lewiston — marking decades of experience and big changes in sports technology.

All six graduating seniors from Lewiston High School Bengal Cheer have signed with college athletic programs (five for cheer and one for track and field), marking a first for the program.