Good morning, Lewiston.

The USDA’s Summer Food Service Program is providing free meals to kids 1—18 in Idaho, with Lena Whitmore Elementary in Moscow serving meals from June 9 to August 15, Clarkston sites serving from June 16 to August 15, and Lewiston schools and mobile sites offering meals from June 9 with specific times and exclusions on weekends and holidays. The program is funded by federal reimbursements and does not require income qualifications.

A 28-year-old man named Damon was arrested on May 30 after he threw orange juice at a Lewiston officer near a fast-food restaurant and kicked officers during his arrest—he now faces felony battery on an officer and misdemeanor resisting charges.

Authorities warned residents that scammers are falsely promising to speed up REAL ID processing online, and transportation officials said to delete any messages with suspicious links (do not click on them) to avoid fraud.

The Nez Perce Tribe established a Department of Planning and Economic Development in Lapwai — the new office will guide both short term and long term strategies for economic growth while honoring cultural values.

Anthony Johnson was named interim Manager and began work immediately to support the Tribe's economic goals.

A new study by Construction Coverage shows Idaho is the 7th worst state for finding a starter home, with 61.1% of properties being starter-size and a mortgage burden of 51.4% of renter income.

The report notes a composite score of 26 and a median price of $419,013 (compared to national averages), making home ownership tougher for first-time buyers.