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APRIL 2026

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Pullman Community Update

VOL. 31 | NO. 4 APRIL 2026

PULLMAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

BUSINESS MEMBER OF THE MONTH

• Avista

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories.

2350 NE Hopkins Ct. Pullman, WA 99163 www.selinc.com

Membership dues are assessed on the anniversary month of a member joining the Chamber.

Special thanks go out to the following businesses and individuals who have elected to continue their support of the Pullman Chamber of Commerce: • Brenden Leo ManjarrezKeller Williams • Carol Chipman • Circles of Caring Adult Day Health Foundation, Inc • Citizen's Climate Lobby Palouse Region Chapter • Courtney RanckCopher Photography • Crybaby Cafe` • Devan Rose Interiors • Dom's Donuts • Dryland Media • Edward Jones-Dennis Logan • Evergreen Tire & Auto Repair • Gentiva Hospice • J Bart Johnson • Johnson, Glenn • Kelly & Kathy Brown • Living Faith Fellowship • Moscow Pullman Daily News • Moscow Pullman OBGYN • Myers Auto Rebuild & Towing • Pacific Northwest Farmers Cooperative, Inc • Palouse Care Network • Palouse Discovery Science Center • Palouse Ridge Golf Club • Pullman Care Center • Pullman Greyhound Boosters • Sam Dial Jewelers • Sid's Pharmacy • Sims Glass • Skelton's Floor Trader Outlet • The Emporium • Vitalant • Washington Homeownership Resource Center • WhiteRock Consulting Group, Inc • Wills & Associates, PLLC • Zoe Coffee & Kitchen

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) was founded in Pullman in 1982 after Dr. Ed Schweitzer invented the first microprocessor-based digital relay while completing his doctoral research at Washington State University (WSU). The company has grown significantly over the past four decades and now employs nearly 8,000 people worldwide. SEL products are used in 174 countries.

SEL has been a long-time supporter of the Pullman Chamber and has been an active participant on the Chamber Board of Directors and the Government Affairs Committee for many years. The company values the important role Chambers play in civic engagement and in teaching and advocating for economic and political freedom on behalf of members.

Even with global growth, SEL and its employees remain deeply committed to Pullman. Nearly 3,000 employees work at the company headquarters. In 2026, SEL is celebrating several major milestones, including the purchase of the Pullman Aquatic Center in January, now renamed the Schweitzer Wellbeing Center. This summer, the company will share more about the newly formed medical devices team. Later this fall, Washington State University will open WSU Schweitzer Engineering Hall, made possible through a $20 million gift from SEL and Dr. and Ms. Schweitzer.

SEL employees will continue to support local nonprofits through personal giving and volunteer service in schools and at STEM events. The company also plans to continue hiring WSU interns and graduates each year, along with broader hiring to meet increasing global demand from electric industry customers.

To learn more, visit selinc.com.

NEW MEMBERS

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In This Issue: Pullman Chamber of Commerce 1-3 City of Pullman 5 Pullman School District 6-7 Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse 9 Whitman County Public Health 10 Washington State University 11 Community Calendar 12-13 Pullman Regional Hospital 14-15 United Way 16 Family Promise 16 Spokane Colleges 19 WSU Alumni 20 Living Faith 21 Circles of Caring 21 Community Action Center 22

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PULLMAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Students of the Month Nic Koenig Nic Koenig, son of Rich and Teresa Koenig, has been involved in many activities at Pullman High School, including throwing shot put and discus for the track and field team, playing cello in the Blue Orchestra and being an active member of the senior class ASB. Nic received the College Board AP Scholar with Honor Award and superior ratings at the Regional Solo and Small Ensemble Music Contest for piano and cello.

He has earned the rank of Eagle Scout and continues to be a part of Scouting America through junior leader positions in his troop.

During the past two summers, Nic worked part-time in WSU engineering labs, gaining experience in bioinspired engineering research and mechanical design and assembly. This fall, he plans to attend a four-year university to pursue a degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.

Julie Yi Julie Yi, daughter of Song and Li Yi, has been deeply involved at Pullman High School, serving as President of the AAPI Club and Co-President of the Politics and Debate Club while also participating in a myriad of other clubs. Along with her involvement with leadership, Julie has maintained a 4.0 GPA while taking rigorous AP courses. She has earned recognition as an AP Scholar with Distinction and won a Silver Medal in the National French Contest.

Outside of school, Julie has gained valuable work and professional experiences through her job as a waitress at New Garden Restaurant as well as a legal internship at Prinz and Brozik Law Office. Through both roles, she has shown maturity, initiative and a strong work ethic.

Julie plans to study philosophy at a four-year university and pursue a law degree after earning her undergraduate degree.

Pullman Chamber and Visitor Center • 415 N. Grand Ave. • Pullman, WA 99163 509-334-3565 • Fax: 509-332-3232 • chamber@pullmanchamber.com • www.pullmanchamber.com Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Staff: Executive Director: Pete Chittenden, Communications Coordinator: Madeline Maxwell, Business Manager: Tim Braun, Tourism Promotions Manager: JJ Martin

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CITY OF PULLMAN

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PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Growing Goal-Setters: How Sunnyside Students Take Ownership of Their Learning Pam Brantner, Sunnyside Elementary Principal At Sunnyside Elementary, goal setting is becoming one of the most powerful tools we use to help students take ownership of their learning.

From Kindergarten through fifth grade, students are learning how to create SMART goals—goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. More importantly, they are learning how to monitor their own progress and reflect on their growth.

simply happens to them—it is something they can influence.

By fourth and fifth grade, students are ready to set independent SMART goals. They identify an area of growth, determine how they will measure progress, and establish a timeline. Students track their own data in journals or charts and participate in weekly check-ins with their teacher to assess progress and adjust strategies. When asked about their goals, In the primary grades, goal setting begins as a shared experience. these students can clearly explain what they are working on, why they Kindergarten and first grade students often work toward whole-class chose it, and what their next steps are. This level of ownership transforms goals, such as increasing reading stamina, improving letter sounds, or the classroom culture. Learning becomes purposeful and personal. following classroom routines more independently. Teachers model The benefits of this process extend far beyond academics. When students what a goal looks like and help students track progress together using set goals, engagement increases because the work feels meaningful. simple visuals and class charts. Even at a young age, students begin to Motivation grows as students see tangible evidence of improvement. understand that goals give direction and that effort leads to improvement.

Even small gains reinforce the belief that growth is possible. Goal As students move into second and third grade, goal setting becomes setting also strengthens social-emotional skills such as perseverance, more personalized. Small groups begin setting SMART goals together, responsibility, and resilience. Students learn that setbacks are not failures often focused on specific academic skills like reading fluency, math fact but opportunities to adjust strategies and try again. accuracy, or writing complete sentences. Students start to record their Parents can extend this practice at home in simple but meaningful ways. progress weekly and meet briefly with their teacher to reflect on what Asking a child about their goal and how they are tracking it reinforces strategies are helping them grow. These conversations build confidence ownership. Celebrating effort rather than just outcomes builds confidence and awareness. Students begin to see that learning is not something that and persistence. Families might even set shared goals together, such as reading each night or practicing math facts, modeling the same growth mindset children are developing at school. Reflective questions like “What helped you this week?” or “What will you try differently next time?” encourage children to think critically about their learning.

At Sunnyside, we believe that when students understand their goals and see their progress, they become empowered learners. Teaching goal setting from Kindergarten through fifth grade ensures that students are not just completing assignments—they are building lifelong skills that will guide them far beyond elementaryschool.

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Pullman School District to Add Solar Energy to Four Buildings Juston Pollestad, Executive Director of Operations Pullman School District is preparing to take an important step toward PRWA and ZEN will secure a one-time incentive through the WSU long-term sustainability and energy cost savings with the installation of Energy Program’s Community Solar Expansion Program, which plays a solar energy systems on four district facilities in the coming months. critical role in making the project financially viable.

The project will be completed in partnership with Zero Emissions Northwest (ZEN), a Spokane-based nonprofit organization that specializes in helping rural communities and public entities implement clean energy solutions. The project is supported by a $1.5 million grant award, made possible through ZEN’s partnership with Partners for Rural Washington (PRWA), Washington State University (WSU), and the WSU Energy Program’s Community Solar Expansion Program.

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The project is projected to generate substantial long-term savings: •

First 10 years: Estimated $907,000 in energy savings, which will be directed toward low-income programs

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Following 20 years: An estimated $3.1 million in unrestricted energy savings for the district community partners. All district

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Total projected net savings over 30 years: Approximately $4 million, after all expenses Services and Transportation team

This event is designed to be a on for the 2026–2027 school year.

ZEN will develop, finance, and install four solar systems totaling approximately 800 kW (DC) / 600 kW (AC). These systems will be and allow district resources to interconnected behind the meter at the elementary school, middle school, These savings help stabilize utility costs In addition, evening will fea be redirected toward educational priorities and studentthe support. high school, and the district bus depot. Each system is sized based on Inclusion, andwill Belonging the energy usage at the facility, available roof space, and applicable Beyond financial benefits, the solar installations reduce the(DEIB incentives from Avista Utilities. district’s carbon footprint and provideand real-world learning opportunities opportunities that support ch for students.

The systems can be used as instructional tools to support As part of the project, Pullman School District and ZEN will enter into science, technology, engineering, and environmental education. a 10-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Under this agreement: We are excited to welcome: Installation is expected to begin in the coming months, with systems • ZEN will own, operate, and maintain the solar systems during the coming online following construction and•finalCommunity inspections. TheAction district Cent PPA term will continue to share updates as the project progresses.

• Pullman School District will purchase the electricity generated by • Boys & Girls Club the systems at a fixed rate of $0.027 per kilowatt-hour, representing Pullman School District is grateful for the partnership with Zero Emissions Northwest, Partners for Rural • Washington, SPIN and Washington approximately a 77% discount from current utility rates State University, as well as the $1.5 million grant award that made • Lauren • There is no upfront capital cost to the district this project possible. Together, these efforts represent McCluskey a meaningful Foun At the conclusion of the 10-year PPA term, ZEN will transfer ownership investment in sustainability, fiscal responsibility, and student success for of the solar systems to Pullman School District at Fair Market Value, decades to come.

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All are invited to join us for the PSD Spring Family Fair

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This event is designed to be a one-stop opportunity resources, services, and opportunities that support

for families to connect with our schools, district staff, children and families.

This event is designed to be one-stopschools opportunity for families to connect with our schools, district staff, and and community partners.

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All district schools will represented enrollment assistance and school information represented enrollment assistance andbeschool • Community Action CenterServices, Special information for the 2026–2027 year. for the 2026–2027 school year. school Families can Families also visit with our District Nurse, Nutrition • Boys & Girls Club can also and visitTransportation with our District Nurse, Nutrition Services teams to learn more about the •services SPIN that support students every day.

Services, Special Services and Transportation teams toInlearn morethe about the services that Community support students • Lauren Foundation addition, evening will feature Connections, hostedMcCluskey by the District’s Diversity, Equity, every day.

• Whitman County Public Health Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Task Force, bringing together local organizations to share resources, services, • CHAS Health In addition, the that evening willchildren featureand Community and opportunities support families.

• United Way of Whitman Count Connections, hosted by the District’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Task We are excited to welcome: Force, bringing together local organizations to share and more partners at this event!

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The Pullman School District Board of Directors will also be hosting a Community Listening Session during the fair, providing an opportunity for families to share feedback, ask questions, and engage in open dialogue. We invite community members to stop by, share their perspectives, and help inform the board’s ongoing work in support of our students and schools!

Whitman County Public Health

The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal • Boys & Girls Club for all students in all aspects of the academic and• activities CHAS Health educational opportunity and treatment Arron Carter programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged SPIN status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), • marital United Way of Whitman Director,Count District 1 veteran•or military status, •the presence any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts LaurenofMcCluskey Foundation acarter@psd267.org of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed inpartners Title 36 of at thethis United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be Lisa Waananen Jones and more event! free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and Director, District 2 complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant lwaananenjones@psd267.org Superintendent, (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org, and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Assistant Director of Special Services (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org. 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in The Pullman School Board of Directors will also beNelson hosting a Craig the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) District 332-3584. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR): https:// District for 3 Community Listening Session during the fair, providingDirector, an opportunity www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html. Information about the nondiscrimination and sexcnelson@psd267.org families to share feedback, ask questions, and engage in open dialogue.

We based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: https://www.pullmanschools.org/hib-discrimination

invite community members to stop by, share their perspectives, and help inform the board’s ongoing work in support of our students and schools!

Deena Bayoumi Director, District 4 dbayoumi@psd267.org Stephanie Horn Director, District 5 shorn@psd267.org

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Committed to Education

At SEL, creativity drives innovation. We design and build systems that protect power grids worldwide, fueled by a passion for science and learning. We inspire students from K-12 through university to explore STEM careers through hands-on experiences, classroom visits, and immersive events. From scholarships and internships to volunteer efforts, SEL empowers future innovators.

Learn more at selinc.com/company/about.

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CRIME VICTIM SERVICE CENTER OF WHITMAN COUNTY

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Crime Victim Service Center

APRIL 2026 CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH AND CRIME VICTIM RIGHTS WEEK CRIME VICTIM RIGHTS WEEK Join us in uplifting survivors voices and making an impact in our community April 19th through April 25th by observing Crime Victim Rights Week.

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION

Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to recognize the importance of protecting children, supporting families, and strengthening communities. It raises awareness about the signs of abuse and neglect while encouraging prevention through education, advocacy, and early intervention.

By working together, neighbors, educators, caregivers, and leaders, we can help ensure every child grows up in a safe, nurturing environment where they are valued and heard.

CRIME VICTIM RIGHTS WEEK

Crime Victims’ Rights Awareness Week highlights the rights, needs, and voices of those affected by crime. Observed April 19–25, 2026, it emphasizes access to justice, support services, and fair treatment for victims throughout the legal process. This week serves as a reminder to stand with survivors, promote accountability, and strengthen systems that protect and empower victims in every community.

Our Crime Victim Service Center is here for you anytime, day or night. We offer a 24/7 free and confidential hotline at 509332-4357, providing immediate support, information, and resources to those affected by crime. Whether you need someone to talk to, help understanding your options, or guidance toward safety and healing, trained advocates are always available to listen and assist

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SAFE SAFE KIDS KIDS We work to keep kids We kids safework whiletoatkeep home, safe whileplaying, at home, sleeping, sleeping, playing, and traveling and traveling

WHITMAN COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH

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SAFE SAFE SLEEP SLEEP Cribettes, sleepsacks &

SAFE SAFE TRAVEL TRAVEL Car seat installation &

SAFE SAFE HOME HOME Medication Lock Boxes

SAFE SAFE PLAY PLAY Free bicycle helmets

Safe Sleepsleepsacks Education &for Cribettes, eligible families Safe Sleep Education for eligible families

Medication LocktoBoxes Safe Home Kits distribute toKits Whitman Safe Home to County families distribute to Whitman County families

checks, car & booster Car seatfree installation & seats for eligible families checks, free car & booster seats for eligible families

Free bicycle helmets

2025 Impact 2025 Impact Report Report Goods provided by Whitman Countyby Goods provided Whitman County

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Medicine Lockboxes Medicine Lockboxes

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Bike Helmets Bike Helmets

Sleepsacks Sleepsacks

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Car Seats & Booster Car Seats Seats & Booster Seats

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Cribs Cribs

Visit whitmancountypublichealth.org, click the “Personal + Family Health” tab, Visit whitmancountypublichealth.org, and “Safe Kids” to learn more.tab, clickselect the “Personal + Family Health” and select “Safe Kids” to learn more.

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WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY

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Keegan Baatz, S. Camille Comer, and Kahyun (Kate) Uhm, this year’s candidates for the Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition, will introduce their body of work and discuss their emerging practices 3-4 p.m. April 17 at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU. A reception will follow at 4-6 p.m. This free event is open to the public during Family Weekend at the museum.

Trimpin: Ambiente432 Exhibition runs 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays at the Museum of Art. The exhibition is a siteresponsive installation comprised of 12 motion-responsive resonator horns suspended from the ceiling and tuned precisely to 432Hz. The work explores the sound–space continuum, demonstrating how an architectural environment may coexist and harmonize with a kinetic sound sculpture.

Mimi Jung: An Unfinished Origin runs 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays at the Museum of Art. The exhibition brings together recent sculptural works from the Helena, Montana-based artist. The loom has long served as the foundation for Jung's woven practice, but she has incorporated unexpected materials such as paper and foam as wefts, along with a variety of non-traditional strings as warps. Her newest creations move from woven textiles into cast metal sculpture.

Longer Light: Selections from the Collection runs 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tuesdays through Saturdays at the Museum of Art. The exhibition offers a wide-ranging exploration of how artists in the museum’s holdings have engaged with the universal and compelling phenomenon of light, with special emphasis on the museum’s growing photography collection and lens-based practices.

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• Pullman School District. 332-3581 • Washington State University, 335-7628

• WSU, Cougar Baseball vs.

Oregon State, 4:05 p.m., Bailey-Brayton Field • 2026 Baseball Schedule Washington State University Athletics • WSU Student Recital: Jessica Hawkes, guitar, Kimbrough Music Building, 5:10 p.m.

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Tuesday

Tuesday

• WSU, Cougar Baseball vs.

Oregon State, 1:05 p.m., Bailey-Brayton Field • 2026 Baseball Schedule Washington State University Athletics

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• PHS= Pullman High School • PDSC= Palouse Discovery Science Center • PRH= Pullman Regional Hospital • SES = Sunnyside Elementary School • SFCC=Spokane Falls Community College

Abbreviations

Monday

Monday

Design by Jeni Grace This publication will not knowingly accept any advertisement which is in violation of the law. The content of advertisements is the responsibility of the advertiser.

For advertising opportunities, contact Carol Cooper at ccooperpullman@gmail.com 509-592-3931

• JES = Jefferson Elementary School • KES – Kamiak Elementary • LMS= Lincoln Middle School • PAFC= Pullman Aquatic and Fitness Center • PCM = Pullman Community Montessori

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Opinions are those of individual entities. Questions may be directed to: • City of Pullman, 338-3208 • Chamber of Commerce, 334-3565 • Pullman Regional Hospital, 332-2541

The Pullman Community UPDATE is published monthly by: City of Pullman Pullman Chamber of Commerce Pullman Regional Hospital Pullman School District Washington State University

• WSU, WSU Symphonic Band & Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Bryan Hall, 7:30 p.m.

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• City, Pullman City Council Special Meeting, 5:30 p.m.

– 7 p.m., Pullman School District • PSD, Board Work Session, 4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Meeting will be held at District Office • (Tentative) • PSD, Pullman Greyhound Booster Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. at PHS

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• WSU, Cougar Baseball vs.

Gardner-Webb, 4:05 p.m., Bailey-Brayton Field • 2026 Baseball Schedule Washington State University Athletics

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• WSU, Cougar Baseball vs.

Gardner-Webb, 4:05 p.m., BaileyBrayton Field • 2026 Baseball Schedule Washington State University Athletics • WSU, Student Recital: Dylan Sutton, trombone, Bryan Hall, 3:10 p.m.

• WSU, Student Recital: Seth Reynvaan & Gabriel Aguilar, trumpet, Bryan Hall, 4:10 p.m.

• WSU, Student Recital: Rachael Crabb, saxophone, Bryan Hall,

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• WSU Opera/Musical Theatre Opera Workshop: Princess Ida, Bryan Hall.

7:30 p.m.

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• WSU, Cougar Tennis vs. Seattle, 11:00 a.m., WSU Outdoor Tennis Courts • 2025-26 Tennis Schedule • WSU, Cougar Baseball vs.

Gardner-Webb, 12:05 p.m., Bailey-Brayton Field • 2026 Baseball Schedule Washington State University Athletics • Pullman Market on Main, 10 a.m.

– 3 p.m., 300 E Main St • City, Free Tax Return Help, 10:00

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• WSU, Cougar Tennis vs. Gonzaga, 11:00 a.m., WSU Outdoor Tennis Courts • 2025-26 Tennis Schedule Washington State University Athletics • Pullman Market on Main, 10 a.m.

– 3 p.m., 300 E Main St • City, Free Tax Return Help, 10:00 a.m. – 2 p.m. , Neill Public Library • City, 65th Annual Easter Egg Hunt, 10 a.m. , Kruegel Park • Pullman Depot At the Freight Room, open 1 – 4 p.m.

• WSU Opera/Musical Theatre Opera Workshop: Princess Ida, Bryan Hall. 2 p.m.

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Into the Woods, 23-26, rtoptheatre.org

• WSU, Cougar Baseball vs.

New Mexico, 12:05 p.m., Bailey-Brayton Field • 2026 Baseball Schedule Washington State University Athletics

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Into the Woods, 16-19, rtoptheatre.org

• City, Pullman City Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers

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• WSU, Cougar Baseball vs.

Gonzaga, 6:05 p.m., BaileyBrayton Field • 2026 Baseball Schedule Washington State University Athletics • PSD, Kamiak Elementary PTA Meeting, 6:00 p.m.7:00 p.m. at KES • WSU, FAS: Aaron Hill, saxophone, Bryan Hall, 7:30 p.m.

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• WSU, FAS: Fabio Menchetti, piano, Kimbrough Music Building, 7:30 p.m.

• Pullman Chamber, General Membership Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., see pg 1 • City, Pullman City Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

City Hall Council Chambers • WSU Symphony Orchestra, Bryan Hall, 7:30 p.m.

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• WSU, Cougar Baseball vs.

Portland, 12:05 p.m., BaileyBrayton Field • 2026 Baseball Schedule Washington State University Athletics • WSU, Guitar Studio Concert, Kimbrough Music Building, 5:10 p.m.

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• WSU, Cougar Tennis vs.

Portland, 11:00 a.m., WSU Outdoor Tennis Courts

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• PSD, Regular Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Meeting will be held at Pullman High School and live streamed on our YouTube Channel

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• PSD, Pullman School District Hosting “Spring Family Fair” & School Board Hosting Community Listening Session, 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. at PHS • WSU, Cougar Soccer vs.

Idaho, 7:00 p.m., Lower Soccer Field • 2026 Soccer Schedule Washington State University Athletics

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• Earth Day

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• WSU, Chamber Concert: Woodwind & Strings, Bryan Hall, 3:10 p.m.

• WSU, Chamber Concert: Brass, Bryan Hall, 4:10 p.m.

• WSU, Joint Recital: Cassidy Fairchild & Steven Randall, horn, Bryan Hall, 7:30 p.m.

• PSD, Pullman High School AAPI Club Presents: Multicultural Night, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at PHS • WSU Spring Family Arts & Crafts Fair, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., Beasley Coliseum

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• WSU Spring Family Arts & Crafts Fair, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Beasley Coliseum • Pullman Market on Main, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., 300 E Main St • Pullman Depot At the Freight Room, open 1 – 4 p.m.

• Palouse Habitat for Humanity, Beans ‘N Jeans, SEL Event Center, see pg 18 • Kip Moore Concert, 7PM, Beasley Coliseum

a.m. – 2 p.m. , Neill Public Library • Pullman Depot At the Freight Room, open 1 – 4 p.m.

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• WSU, Cougar Track vs. Cougar Classic, All Day • Pullman Outdoor Track Schedule Washington State University Athletics • WSU, Cougar Volleyball vs. Idaho, 10 a.m., Bohler Gym • 2026 Volleyball Schedule - Washington State University Athletics • WSU, Cougar Football Crimson and Gray Game, 2:00 p.m., Gesa Field • 2026 Football Schedule – Washington State University Athletics • WSU, Cougar Baseball vs. New Mexico, 6:05 p.m., Bailey-Brayton Field • 2026 Baseball Schedule - Washington State University Athletics • Pullman Market on Main, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., 300 E Main St • Pullman Depot At the Freight Room, open 1 – 4 p.m.

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• WSU, Student Recital: Sarah Walker, clarinet, Kimbrough Music Building. 3:10 p.m.

• WSU, Graduate Recital: Kate Gordon, piano, Kimbrough Music Building, 4:10 p.m.

• WSU, Cougar Track vs. Cougar Classic, All Day, Pullman • Outdoor Track Schedule Washington State University Athletics • WSU, Cougar Baseball vs. New Mexico, 6:05 p.m., Bailey-Brayton Field • WSU, Student Recital: Mackenzie Jacobs, soprano, & Nicole Ehr, composition, Bryan Hall, 7:30 p.m.

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• PSD, 2026-2027 PSD Kindergarten Open House, 4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at Elementary Schools • WSU, Choir Concert, Kimbrough Music Building, 7:30 p.m.

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• PSD, Regular Board • Community Band of the Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Meeting Palouse Spring Concert, 7 will be held at Pullman High p.m., Pullman High School School and live streamed on our YouTube Channel

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representative, PAC-10 president, and NCAA liaison.

Currently, Ken serves on the Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation Board of Directors. He was a member of The Next Era of Excellence campaign cabinet, where he helped the Pullman Regional Hospital Foundation secure large gifts as well as committed his own to the Orthopedic Center of Excellence expansion. Ken also served on the 5th Quarter Rally event committee to support the Regional High School Athletic Training Program. "I feel a love for the city, for the hospital, and for the doctors we have" says Casavant regarding his altruism.

Ken reminds us that the importance of a local residency program cannot be understated. He remarks that "the Family Medicine Residency Program is important because the goal is to get physicians to stay and practice in rural Washington.

There’s a hesitancy in picking a resident as your doctor, but this is a long-term solution to accessible care for family medicine."

He also shares that he feels honored to have gifted the first Guardian Angel to a resident physician.

Jeff Ward, DO, is a native of Twin Falls, ID and joined the very first cohort of resident physicians for the Family Medicine Residency Program in conjunction with the WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine in 2023. Dr. Ward shares that he More Than Medicine: has always felt drawn to family medicine. "Family medicine A Guardian Angel for Pullman Healthcare is filled with opportunities to develop relationships with Pullman Regional Hospital’s Guardian Angel Grateful Patient patients," says Ward. "Not only is connecting with patients Program provides patients and loved ones a way to say “thank something I enjoy, I believe that it is necessary in order to you” to a caregiver. If a physician, nurse, staff member, or provide optimal care." volunteer has brought comfort to you in your time of need, Ken Casavant eagerly testifies to the optimal care he received please consider recognizing them with a gift to the Pullman from Dr. Ward. "Dr. Ward is thorough, well-trained, and full of Regional Hospital Foundation. Gifts to this special program experience," says Casavant. "He's the personification of what pay tribute to the outstanding caregiver while helping provide a family doctor should be." Ken also shares that, at his age, his resources for the hospital’s highest needs. doctor's visits have also become his wife's doctor's visits, so Ken Casavant honored Jeff Ward, DO, 3rd year resident with Dr. Ward is their family doctor in the truest sense of the word. the Family Medicine Residency Program, with a Guardian "We can ask him about anything; he's like our friend."

Angel award for the care he provided as Casavant's family Dr. Ward is set to graduate from the Family Medicine doctor.

Residency Program this summer. Though he wishes Dr. Ward Ken Casavant is no stranger to the Pullman community; he could stay in Pullman forever, as a professional educator Ken and his wife Dorothy have lived and worked in Pullman since understands and supports Dr. Ward in the next steps toward his 1967. After earning his PhD in Agricultural Economics in career growth.

1971, he went on to teach and serve the WSU student body for If you’d like to learn more about the program or honor a over 50 years, even well into his retirement. In addition to his Pullman Regional caregiver who impacted you, information is faculty role, Ken wore many hats for WSU Athletics as faculty available at pullmanregional.org/guardian-angel.

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The Food & Shelter Folks Meet the Staff: Cody Maglinti, Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) Resource Navigator; Housing Specialist Tell me about your job position at Community Action Center.

I am a unique person on the team within the housing department; I wear two hats. I work with Housing Solutions to help to stabilize, not just homeless families, but all people seeking assistance. As a housing case manager, I help families build toward self-reliance. At the end of the day, we are hoping we can end homelessness.

The second part of my job is resource navigation for youth experiencing homelessness. I am pretty comfortable with my lived experience.

At 22, here in Pullman, I was on the verge of being homeless. I was actually helped by the people at Commerce that helped set up the YHDP program at CAC. Young people are specifically at risk of experiencing homelessness and I’m a perfect example of that. All I needed was grace and experienced people to guide me through.

What do you like about your work?

The fact I get to work with, and for, our community. It’s so important and powerful, when someone speaks life in your situation or circumstance.

I love how beautiful it can be when positive change is embraced by our clients. We want people to have the reins of their journey and control of their situation. At the end of the day, I love it when I know I made someone smile or helped someone love themselves.

What is challenging about your work?

The hardest goal for us to achieve is housing stability and financial stability for all our neighbors. We want emotional, physical and mental safety for all the people who come into these systems. We would love to have everyone housed.

What would you like to tell the community?

My biggest encouragement to any client is: the only difference between us and you is, we have to submit your paperwork.

Most of us have been through the same circumstances as our clients; we aren’t any better than them. We’re just older and have lived a little bit. We’re all doing our best with what we know. When we learn better, we do better. You can’t fault yourself for learning from your mistakes.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I play a ton of volleyball. When I was in college, I played on the WSU men’s club volleyball team. When I finished at WSU, I still stayed connected with the community and we made a competitive team. We are about to go to a tournament in Vancouver, Canada.

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