Good morning, Lewiston.

Sparklight delivered the fastest download speeds in Lewiston and Nez Perce County during tests from Jan.

1 to June 30, 2026 + its speeds were 65% and 117% faster than competitors for residential and business services respectively. The company has invested over $8 million in Lewiston to improve network capacity.

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories is expanding operations in Nampa by buying a 103,000 sqft facility with a $150 million investment, expected to open in 2027.

The expansion will add about 250 manufacturing jobs & meet growing global demand for its electronic devices.

The University of Idaho may drop its only standardized test requirement for applicants with GPAs between 2.6 and 2.99 for fall 2027—aligning it with local colleges that use test optional policies.

The proposal now awaits interim Provost Brooke Blevins's decision before a two-year faculty review begins.

LC State Volleyball climbed to No. 11 in national rankings with three wins and one loss in Cascade Conference play.

The team holds a 9-win overall record and prepares for a home conference weekend while ranking among the best in kills, assists, points and digs.

LC State Athletics is reviving the Junior Warriors Club for the 2026-27 season at athletic events, where children 12 and under can register for $33 to get game access and a swag pack (including a t-shirt, drawstring bag, stickers, and a hard pass).