Hello Lewiston! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Teacher-training grade, port commissioner opening, and safe sitter course + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
New physician arrives soon: Family Medicine physician Dr. Christopher Iacobelli will join Clearwater Family Practice on July 13, offering preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute illness treatment for patients across the Lewis-Clark Valley -- read the full announcement.
Leadership transition underway: Port of Lewiston seeks applicants to fill Commissioner Mike Thomason’s seat as he steps down after serving since 2013. Applicants must be registered voters in Nez Perce County District 1 -- learn how to apply.
Strong literacy training recognized: Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston earned an A from the National Council on Teacher Quality for preparing future elementary teachers in evidence-based reading instruction, limiting ineffective practices, reviewers found -- see the teacher-training grade.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Plot your park days: Lewiston Community Park is turning 187 acres into your future go-to hangout, with phase-one design underway for parking, basketball courts, and outdoor fitness gear, and big-ticket perks like a splash pad and ballfields queued up next. Take a drive-by this week and start calling dibs on sunny spots.
Grow something good: Whether your yard needs a quick color hit or a full-on refresh, Patt's Garden Center has annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, and veggie starts ready to roll. Snag real tools too, Felco, Dramm, and the locally made Hoe Dag, plus Northwest-made treats from Patt’s Pantry to celebrate the dirt under your nails.
Crave-worthy curry fix: When you need comfort that actually tastes like something, The Mango Tree - Lewiston delivers with cozy classics like tikka masala and biryani plus fun curveballs like Indian Kitchen Fries, jalapeno-cheddar naan, and Butter Chicken Poutine. Perfect for a midweek reset or a low-key date night.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
👶 Safe Sitter® Course @ St. Stanislaus Church and Parish Center | Wednesday (6/24) at 8:30 AM – Got a tween 11+ angling for babysitting cash and a little responsibility? This two-day Safe Sitter course covers rescue breathing, choking response, safety smarts, and the fine art of kid-wrangling, capped with an exam. $75, manual included, sack lunch required, pre-registration required, only 12 spots.
🃏 Pokémon TCG Open League Play @ Game Play (Clarkston) | Wednesday (6/24) at 4:00 PM – Game Play hosts a weekly Pokémon TCG hang with friendly matches, nostalgia, and our resident Pokémon Professor coaching every skill level, kids and comeback trainers alike. No sweaty tournaments, just games, banter, and a random foil, promo, or EX card to sweeten the shuffle.
🌬 10 and over - Soft Summer Breezes @ Art Uncorked Downtown | Wednesday (6/24) at 6:00 PM – Summer evenings in Lewiston call for pink skies and low-stakes masterpieces, so paint Soft Summer Breezes at this BYOB spot. All supplies included, ages 10 and over welcome, and snacks, drinks, and quiet genius encouraged, alcohol for the 21-plus crowd. Brand-new canvas, pre-registration required.
🐎 49ers Thursday Night Barrel & Pole Series @ 49er's Saddle Club | Thursday (6/25) at 5:00 PM – Saddle up for 49ers Thursday Night Barrels and Poles, where Pee Wees start, the Open adds cash, and everyone chases clean turns and bragging rights. Grab a TO, dodge the late fee, and make five of six if you want the hardware.
🎬 Sofidel's Movies Under the Stars: Captain America - sponsored by Pepsi @ Brackenburry Square | Friday (6/26) at 8:00 PM – Clear night calls for a free park screening of Captain America: The First Avenger, courtesy of Sofidel and Pepsi. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and the crew, then enjoy good company, big-screen heroics, and a reminder that bug spray beats vibranium.
📚 4th of July Book Sale | Saturday (6/27) at 10:00 AM – Skip the fireworks fallout and stock up at the Fourth of July book sale. Used reads are 50% off, new ones are 10% off, and the shelves got three fresh shipments, with another en route. Cheaper than therapy, quieter than your neighbor’s bottle rockets.
🌟 Rising Stars Camp @ Lewiston High School | Saturday (6/27) – Got a kid who can zip a football between their legs with alarming accuracy? This two-day camp is open to long snappers of all levels, classes of 2028 to 2033, with instruction, recruiting advice, and mentorship for players and parents. Real reps, fewer Friday-night nerves.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — The Lewiston report Weather forecastToday — High: 97°F — Low: 63°F — Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 97. East wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southwest wind 2 to 8 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 94°F — Low: 59°F — Precip: 1%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Later: Rain showers likely after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. Chance of precipitation is 60%. This house is wildThis Lewiston Orchards property pairs a comfy 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,610-square-foot home with a serious hobbyist setup on a generous 0.42-acre lot. The standout 38' x 42' shop is ready for projects, toys, and storage, while the oversized lean-to adds covered parking. A fully fenced backyard brings privacy, room to roam, and plenty of outdoor potential.
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