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:
• Citizen’s Climate Lobby Palouse Region Chapter
• Corporate Point Developers LLC
• Goodwill Industries
• Itani Development Les Schwab Tire Center
• Little Green Guesthouse
• Tim Marsh
• Mela Bangladeshi Cuisine
• Miss Huddy’s Barbecue
• Odom Corporation
• Phoenix Rising Counseling Services
• Pullman-Moscow Airport
• Pullman Chiropractic Clinic
• Pullman Christian School
• Pullman Lions Club
• Sun Storage
• Whitman County Landlord Association
• WSECU – Bishop
• Zeppoz
• Zoe Coffee & Kitchen
NEW MEMBERS
Brenden Leo Manjarrez –Keller Williams 425-273-0526 http://brendenleo.kw.com
Carol Chipman Pullman, WA
Sun Storage 1105 SE Latah St. Pullman, WA 99163 509-288-2601
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At Apex Roofing, roofing isn’t just a job, it’s our passion. With a combined experience of over twenty years, our dedicated team specializes in both commercial and residential roofing solutions, from asphalt to steep-grade. Our mission is simple: to provide the highest quality roof covering tailored to each building’s needs. We understand that time is precious, which is why we strive to minimize disruptions to our customers’ daily life during roof replacements.
We recognize the challenges that roofs face in our region, from relentless winds to extreme temperature swings and heavy ice and snow. Our approach to solving these issues is thorough preparation, top-tier materials, and exceptional craftsmanship. We pride ourselves on open communication throughout the project, ensuring that our customers are kept informed every step of the way. Our commitment to precision, especially in transitional areas prone to leaks, sets us apart. We’re here for the long haul, focusing solely on roofing expertise and consulting on related matters.
Founded on the belief that superior service and quality can coexist, Apex Roofing was born out of the owner’s desire to raise industry standards. Our values of Service, Generosity, and Excellence drive every decision we make. We’re not just roofers; we’re partners in our customers’ property’s well-being. Our aim is to bless our employees, build lasting relationships with our customers, and stand behind our work with unwavering commitment. Apex Roofing provides a roofing experience defined by trust, expertise, and a dedication to excellence that outshines the competition.
Alpine Animal Hospital
Thank you to the following organizations and individuals for your support of Cabaret!
Max Turneaure, son of Stefan Turneaure and Julie Kmec, has excelled academically while engaging in multiple PHS communities.
Through Running Start at WSU, Max took classes in various subjects, including multiple advanced chemistry courses. He ran cross country at PHS for three years, served as captain his senior year, and played JV and varsity soccer for four years. Competing in DECA, he qualified for internationals twice with his independent business plans, and he has been an active member of Key Club and Science Olympiad. Throughout his time at PHS, Max has been grateful for his amazing teachers, advisors, and coaches.
Outside of school, Max enjoys cooking, gardening, hiking, and painting. Last summer, he worked at WSU in a biomechanics laboratory, analyzing the posture of human subjects.
After graduation, Max plans to study chemical engineering, possibly minoring in business, and is deciding between the UW, Washington University in St. Louis, and Brown University.
Bree Myers
Bree Myers, daughter of Darcell and Brett Myers, has made the most of her time at PHS. Bree is a four-year state-qualifying high school swimmer and has had a plethora of accomplishments throughout the course of her years. Some of these accomplishments include: receiving awards as Athlete of the Week for two different organizations; being a recipient of a Varsity Sportsmanship Award; being a part of the Greater Spokane 1st Team All-League all four years of her high school career; receiving the title of an Academic ll-American Athlete; and capping her senior year as a captain of the PHS Girls Swim Team.
Bree has also received many academic honors and related awards throughout her high school career. Bree has shared her passion for swimming by coaching a summer swim team, a role she plans to continue pursuing in the future.
This fall, Bree will attend Utah State University, where she will major in Aviation Technology with the goal of becoming a Professional Pilot.
The annual WSU Cougar Summer Music Camp welcomes all band, choir, and orchestra students grades 7 to 12 to join them from June 22 to 28 for another fantastic summer. Ensembles include concert band, jazz band, orchestra, choir, musical theater, African drumming, and more.
Every camper will work with outstanding Washington State University faculty members to improve their musical skills. This camp focuses on building playing and singing fundamentals through private lessons, master classes, lectures, seminars, and performance opportunities. Students will also explore other areas of interest such as music theory, rock and roll history, jazz improvisation, conducting, and more.
Visit music.wsu.edu/cougar-summermusic-camp/ for more information. Registration is open now until June 1.
Cougar Summer Music Camp
Experience Sound and Space with Trimpin’s Ambiente432
Originally commissioned for the permanent collection at WSU in 2016, Ambiente432 by world-renowned artist Trimpin, is now on view at the art museum. This immersive sound sculpture features 12 motion-activated resonator horns tuned to 432H, inviting visitors to ‘play’ the space with their bodies. Combining ancient acoustic traditions, modern science, and 21st-century technology, this kinetic installation transforms the museum into a resonant, ever-changing experience.
MFA Candidates' Thesis Exhibition
Experience the creative achievements of Cameron Kester, Anna Le, Abigail Nnaji, and Sara St. Clair in the 2025 Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition at the WSU Schnitzer Museum from March 25, 2025 to June 28, 2025. Thesis Exhibition at the WSU Schnitzer Museum. This annual showcase marks the culmination of students' intensive interdisciplinary graduate work, featuring diverse and dynamic art in a powerful group exhibition.
Celebrate 50 Years of Collaboration: Faculty Remix Exhibition
Visit the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU, where WSU faculty artists have reinterpreted the museum's collection through innovative artworks with Your Collection: Faculty Remix. Collaboratively curated, this exhibition merges contemporary works with the museum's permanent collection, revealing new perspectives and connections.
SUMMER HOURS
8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday May 5 through August 1, 2025
STEP INTO YOUR FUTURE SFCC PULLMAN CENTER 25 TH ANNIVERSARY
Glenn Johnson, who served Pullman as Mayor for five terms (2004-2024), was appointed by the Governor as a Spokane Colleges trustee in February 2018. He is proud to say he is a community college graduate (Modesto Jr. College) and taught at Sacramento City College as an adjunct. In addition to being a Spokane Colleges trustee, Johnson has served as the co-chair of the legislative committee of the Association of College Trustees and serves as its secretary.
He is now a Professor Emeritus from Washington State University and taught courses in television news and communications management, among others in the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication since 1979. He retired in 2014 but is still the “Voice of the Cougs,” serving as the public address announcer for Cougar football and men’s basketball since 1980.
What comes to your mind regarding the 25th anniversary of our Center's services on the Palouse?
When I think about the 25th anniversary of the Pullman campus of SFCC, first of all, I do it with a smile, remembering all of the challenges we've overcome. However, I also recall many individuals who worked behind the scenes to ensure a community college served this area. One of my predecessors as trustee, Don Cox, who was an educator in Colfax and at WSU and later our state representative,
strongly advocated for getting a community college in Whitman County. The college went first to Colfax and later to Pullman at Gladish Cultural Center. During my time as mayor of Pullman, I worked with the former president of Spokane Falls to find a new location when the increased rent made keeping the community college in Pullman a financial challenge. I was told we could lose this incredible resource if we didn't find a solution. And it worked! Dr. Schulz put the right people together. We have a great location on the WSU campus with the potential for even more shared facilities.
What are your connections to the community college?
I'm connected with the Pullman Center as a gubernatorial-appointed trustee, which compares to a regent at WSU. I'm in my second term, which expires in 2027. I also serve on the board of our state trustee organization, the Association of College Trustees (ACT), based in Olympia. Also, I have an AA degree from Modesto Junior College. Before I joined the faculty at WSU, I was an adjunct professor at Sacramento City College, where I managed a couple of radio stations. I love being an advocate for community colleges!
What do you value about the community college?
Community colleges offer our residents so many advantages, but the individual attention and smaller classes really stand out. My high school experience wasn't the best (and I may have a little to do with that), but it was the community college and the professors and staff that wanted to see me succeed and gave me the tools that made the difference. I would have never earned a Ph.D. if it hadn't been for that excellent grounding I received at MJC. I had great professors, especially my broadcasting professor, whom I kept in touch with even when I was a professor at the Edward R. Murrow College at WSU.
News & Updates
The SFCC Pullman Center is hiring! We are inviting applications for adjunct teaching vacancies in Environmental Science, Geology, and Music for the new school year. Apply now at bit.ly/pullman_employment
Let’s celebrate the accomplishments of over fifty graduates of the class of 2025 from the Pullman Center. Join our graduates’ friends and families, Pullman Center staff and faculty, and the board of trustees and leadership of Spokane Colleges to mark this wonderful milestone. Francisco Salinas, SFCC Dean for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, will deliver the Commencement keynote. Christian Booker, SFCC History Faculty, will serve as master of ceremonies. We celebrate Commencement on June 16 at WSU’s Lewis Alumni Center.
Calendar
April 1 - June 18
Spring Term ‘25
May 16
Fall Term ‘25 Registration Opens
June 16 - 6:00PM Pullman Graduation Commencement ‘25
July 1 - August 14
Summer Term ‘25 - College, ESL, GED, and HS+ Programs
September 17 - December 11
Fall Term ‘25 - College, ESL, GED, and HS+ Programs
A team that includes elected officials, social services organizations, and landlords will develop Whitman County’s local Homeless Housing Strategic Plan. The new 5-year plan will tackle homelessness throughout Whitman County. Washington State requires all counties to complete a local plan for 2025-2030 by the end of the year.
Homelessness is less visible in Whitman County than in urban areas, but is still a significant problem, according to Community Action Center Housing Coordinator Georgia Beck.
“People in rural areas tend to be more resourceful. They do a lot of couch surfing, or, if they are transient, they will only be here during certain times of the year,” Beck said. “Now we have the issue with increases in rent and reductions in other benefits, people can’t afford rent, and they're becoming homeless.”
Community Action Center (CAC) is currently convening a work group that represents different sectors of the community. So far, 27 people have joined. The group includes Pullman Councilmembers, and people from United Way, Whitman Hospital, DABCO, and many others.
Beck said she is specifically looking for people with lived experience of homelessness to be part of the project.
“It’s vital that we hear from them about barriers they’ve faced,” Beck said. “We are really seeking people with lived experience to help design it.”
In April the team divided into work groups (subgroups) to brainstorm strategies to address each of the objectives mandated by the state.
Starting in July, the work groups will meet regularly to create strategies to (1) promote an equitable, accountable and transparent homeless crisis response system; (2) strengthen homeless service provider workforce; (3) prevent homelessness; (4) prioritize assistance based on greatest risk of harm, or greatest barriers to housing stability; and (5) seek to house everyone in a stable setting that meets their needs.
Beck said the group will present a final plan to the County for
approval in mid-November, and then submit to Washington Commerce by December 31.
CAC is the Lead Agency for Coordinated Entry, which is a “no wrong door” system for people who need housing help. Coordinated Entry involves all community groups who serve people experiencing homelessness. The groups use one intake form, and closely coordinate all referrals so people do not fall through the cracks, get the “runaround,” or have to fill in multiple forms. Since CAC administers Consolidated Homeless Grant (CHG) funds from WA State Commerce for folks in Whitman County, CAC has been tasked with initiating collaboration within the community to create the plan.
“It’s not a CAC thing,” Beck said. “Nobody from CAC is a facilitator of the group; we are there to support and offer our knowledge as a service provider and members of our community like everyone else involved in the plan creation.”
If you are interested in being part of this workgroup and helping design solutions to homelessness, please call CAC at (509) 334-9147 and ask for Georgia.
Location: Palouse Science Center, at the greenhouse
Community Food FOOD PANTRY
We take food donations by appointment. Please call the front desk (509-334-9147) to make an appointment to donate food.
We are requesting the following donations:
• Canned soup
• Canned fruit
• Pasta
• Rice
Our food bank times are by appointment. Please use our appointment scheduling web page to make an appointment. https://www.cacwhitman.org/food-bank-appointment/
The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed Sunday, Monday, holidays, and university breaks (including Dec. 14 through Jan. 6 for a Winter Break).
FRIDAY 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
• Music on Main, June through August
• 4 th of July
• National Lentil Festival, August 16
Abbreviations
• PSD, Pullman High School Drama Production: "Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical", 7:00 p.m. at PHS
• PSD, PHS Orchestras Spring Concert, 7:30 p.m. at PHS
• PSD, Pullman High School Drama Production: "Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical", 7:00 p.m. at PHS
• PSD, Pullman High School Drama Production: "Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical", 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at PHS
• PSD, Sunnyside PTO Meeting, 6:00 p.m. at SES
• PSD, Jefferson PTA Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at JES
• PSD, LMS 6th Grade Band & Jazz Band Concert, 7:30 p.m. at LMS
• PSD, Board Work Session, 4:30 p.m. Meeting will be held at the District Office
• Pullman Chamber of Commerce, General Membership Luncheon, noon, see pg 1
• City of Pullman, Special City Council Meeting @ 5:30 p.m
• PSD, Regular Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Meeting will be held at Pullman High School and live streamed on our YouTube Channel
• PSD, Last day of PSD Preschool
• PSD, Pullman High School Drama Production: "A Midsummer Night’s Dream
- Classic Shakespeare" 7:00 p.m. at PHS
• PSD, PHS Choirs Rock Show, 7:00 p.m. at PHS
• Community Band of the Palouse Spring Concert, 7 p.m., Pullman High School Auditorium, Free and open to all!
• PSD, Kamiak PTA, 6:00 p.m. at KES
• PSD, Franklin PTA, 6:00 p.m. at FES
• Memorial Day
• PSD, No School –Memorial Day
• City Hall Closed for Memorial Day
• PSD, Lincoln Middle School Boosters Meeting, 6:45pm at LMS
• PSD, PHS Band Concert, 7:00 p.m. at PHS
• PSD, Regular Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Meeting will be held at Pullman High School and live streamed on our YouTube Channel
• PSD, LMS Choir Concert, 7:30 p.m. at LMS
• PSD, 7th and 8th grade Bands and Orchestras Concert, 7:30 p.m. at LMS
• PSD, Last day of PSD Preschool
• PSD, Pullman High School Drama Production: "A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Classic Shakespeare" 7:00 p.m. at PHS
• Spring Fair, Plant Sale and Open House, Pullman Community Garden, 10 a.m. –2 p.m.
• PSD, PHS Choirs Rock Show, 7:00 p.m. at PHS
• PSD, Last day of PSD Preschool
• PSD, Pullman High School Drama Production: "A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Classic Shakespeare" 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at PHS
Pullman Community Council on Aging
A legacy of caring for Pullman
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Fundraiser Supporters!
We’re overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible generosity that made our recent fundraiser a success. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, local businesses and individuals we’re able to deliver meals and vital services to seniors in need. Every bid, every dollar, and every act of kindness directly supports Meals on Wheels and Senior Chore Services, programs that transform lives daily.
A Standing Ovation for Regency Pullman!
Year after year, Regency Pullman goes above and beyond to uplift our mission. Your unwavering support from hosting to advocating, we couldn’t do this fundraiser without you, and we’re endlessly grateful for your partnership. Together, we’re not just raising funds; we’re building a community where seniors thrive. Thank you for being part of that legacy.
Thank you!!!
Pullman Public Schools Face Unprecedented Financial Challenges
Nathan Roberts, Board Director District 4
Pullman Public Schools—like many districts across the country— is facing an unprecedented period of financial uncertainty over the next several years. A mix of federal policy changes, state budget pressures, and long-term economic and demographic trends have created serious challenges for our school district.
At the federal level, efforts to reduce the role of the U.S. Department of Education and cut back on key initiatives are impacting public schools nationwide. While federal funding represents only about 5%—or $2.1 million—of Pullman School district’s overall budget, it supports critical programs for disadvantaged students, special education, and school nutrition. Ongoing political developments federally—including pushes for school choice, charter school expansion, and changes to curriculum standards and programs— have increased the risk of sudden funding reductions or loss of these vital resources that support our students.
These federal fiscal challenges are aggravated locally by rising operational costs and persistent deficiencies in legislated state funding. Across Washington, school districts are contending with a projected $1 billion annual shortfall in public education funding. This shortfall affects essential areas in our school district such as special education, student transportation, and basic operational costs.
Inflation has only worsened the situation: between the 2019-2020 and 2022-2023 school years, statewide food costs rose by 36%, insurance by 48%, and natural gas by a staggering 76%. Meanwhile, the share of Washington’s state budget allocated to education has dropped from nearly 50% in 2017–2019 to just 44% in the current 2023–2025 cycle. These all cause a direct increase in pressure on our school district budget.
Demographic trends are also contributing to the financial strain. Nationwide trends of declining birth rates and decreasing student
enrollment has put further strain on school funding locally. Between 2019-2020 and 2024 -2025 school years, Pullman School District enrollment headcount fell from 2,917 to 2,745. While Pullman is preparing to graduate its largest district cohort of seniors in 2025, the incoming Freshman class is projected to be 60 students smaller, so overall a net loss of students as classes become smaller.
This demographic shift brings additional challenges, particularly as student needs-reflected in various programs-continue to grow. In some cases, this growth has led to increased demand for resources without a matching increase in funding.
In response to these pressures, the Pullman School Board and Superintendent have been actively engaging with the community for input on how to approach necessary budget reductions. Through public listening sessions, presentations to parent groups and community organizations, and conversations with staff across all our district buildings, we are working to ensure that future decisions reflect our community’s values and prioritiesincluding a strong commitment to sustainability. We are also taking proactive steps to optimize staffing structures by exploring multirole positions, reducing administrative overhead where feasible, and implementing cost cutting measures. These efforts are part of our commitment to responsible fiscal governance and long-term sustainability during this challenging time.
Looking ahead, our district remains deeply committed to the Pullman Promise and the core cultural beliefs that define our schools. Though challenges will continue, Pullman Public Schools are determined to face them with transparency, a commitment to our values and a focus on educational excellence.
The opinions expressed in Board Reports are those of individual school board members and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or views of the board as a whole or of Pullman Public Schools.
National Board Certification is a voluntary and rigorous process that recognizes outstanding teaching practices. Educators who earn this certification National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) have demonstrated that they meet the high standards set by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. In W ashington State, it is regarded as the highest level of professional certification for teachers, reflecting a deep commitment to student success and lifelong learning. Pullman School District is proud to have 18 National Board Certified Teachers , exemplifying educational excellence and dedication to our students and community.
National Board Certification is a voluntary and rigorous process that recognizes outstanding teaching practices. Educators who earn this certification National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) have demonstrated that they meet the high standards set by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. In W ashington State, it is regarded as the highest level of professional certification for teachers, reflecting a deep commitment to student success and lifelong learning. Pullman School District is proud to have 18 National Board Certified Teachers , exemplifying educational excellence and dedication to our students and community.
To the Children of Lincoln Middle School and the Adults Who Love Them
Tammy Sewell, Lincoln Middle School Assistant Principal
So many faces. When I think about my 38 years in education, I see faces. Of kids whose names I remember and those that I don’t. Faces of their family members. Kid faces in adult bodies I don’t recognize. One day a 20 something man came up to me, dressed in a black duster, red curly hair and beard well grown, adorned with chains and tats and piercings. “Remember me, Mrs. Sewell? It’s Adam.” I couldn’t see Adam in the man in front of me, but I knew him. The funny and somewhat chaotic fourth grader he had been. I still put the ornament that he gave me on my tree every year. His face had changed but the story of him and who he was lived on. I wonder if kids know that. That they become part of who educators are, part of our collective memory, embedded in the life we’ve lived.
Ten years ago I switched from elementary to middle school. I don’t know if you realize this, but middle school is notorious. When you say you work at a middle school, the most common response is, “You are brave.” (head shaken slowly) “I could never work in a middle school!” There are reasons for that of course. Their raging hormones (the students, not the adults), the half adult/half child conundrum, and the self esteem struggles are all very real. This week when I was in the library at lunch, an 8th grader who is at least 6’1” was running after a student who had stolen his shoe. The kid he was chasing was maybe 4’10”. They were snickering and laughing and having a great time until I put a stop to their game. Both boys were acting like elementary kids at this moment but one of them looked 17! That’s par for the course at the middle level.
What people don’t know is that middle school is also amazing. If you want to feel needed, this is the place to be. Kids come in every day in a spectrum of excited, exhausted, grumpy and focused, depending on the kid and the day. They lose their Chromebooks and forget their locker combinations and always seem to be in need of a pencil. They are either perpetually tired from staying up late, or
The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts 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 in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent, (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org, and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org. 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) 332-3584. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR): https://www2. ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html. Information about the nondiscrimination and sex- based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: https:// www.pullmanschools.org/families/hib-and-discrimination/discrimination_sexual_harassment.
so excited that they can’t quit talking. The feelings are big and the reactions all over the place. There is never a dull moment.
One day this week, a student who has been having a hard time totally ignored me and the directions I gave him at lunch. Underneath his budding mustache was a tightly clenched jaw. He gave me a glare as he walked by. I radioed Mr. Grow since the student was headed his way. Five minutes later this young man was back. He looked down at the ground, then looked me in the eyes and said he was sorry. The eye glare was gone and in its place was vulnerability. We had an honest conversation at that moment that was very meaningful, all because Cameron Grow decided to teach that student how to deal with a mistake.
That’s the beauty of this place, the way adults in our building care about the mass of young humanity that we deal with daily. When you walk in the door in the morning, you find teachers all over the building talking to kids. While they are in the hall monitoring or setting up their classrooms, children are gathering to talk to teachers who are their “safe space.” We adults all make jokes about middle school, like, “I have to be crazy, I teach at a middle school!” But really, that’s a badge of honor. Do kids know that we talk about them constantly? We laugh at their funny moments, worry about their struggles, celebrate their victories. I think kids would be surprised if they knew that we reminisce about them, “Do you remember when Emily accidentally shut herself into her PE locker?” We miss them, “Did you see that Bryson is graduating this year? I can’t believe it.” We hope for good for them. And someday, if they come up to us and say, “Hey, do you remember me?” We may not recognize them but we do remember.
In the midst of all the crazy that is America in 2025, this is a comforting constant, the fact that the 625 kids who walk in our door everyday are precious, and the 60+ staff members who work with them are committed to their growth.
Arron Carter Director, District 1 acarter@psd267.org
Lisa Waananen Jones Director, District 2 lwaananenjones@psd267.org
Craig Nelson Director, District 3 cnelson@psd267.org
Nathan Roberts Director, District 4 nroberts@psd267.org
Amanda Tanner Director, District 5 atanner@psd267.org
Pullman Regional Hospital – Stroke Ready
American Stroke Awareness Month is a great time to refresh yourself on the symptoms associated with having a stroke.
A ‘BE FAST’ assessment can be done to evaluate stroke symptoms:
Balance: watch for sudden loss of balance
Eyes: check for vision loss
Face: look for an uneven smile
Arm: check if one arm is weak
Speech: listen for slurred speech
Time: If the person shows ANY of these symptoms, call 9-1-1 and get to the person to the emergency department as fast as possible
In 2022, Pullman Regional Hospital earned and has maintained an Acute Stroke Ready Certification from DNV—an international accrediting body for healthcare organizations. To earn certification, a hospital must meet or exceed evidence-based standards set forth by the American Stroke Association.
“Responding to a stroke is all about time,” said Stephanie Knewbow, Emergency Department Director and Stroke Coordinator for Pullman Regional Hospital, alongside Dr. Aaron Scott, the supervising medical doctor. “The saying goes, ‘Time is Brain.’ This certification means we’re able to assess our patients, connect with a stroke specialist, neurologist or neurosurgeon, administer a clot
dissolving medication—when prescribed, and admit or stabilize and transfer our patients all within specific windows of time.”
“This is when being a small hospital is a tremendous asset,” said Kim Johnson, Emergency Department Registered Nurse. “Our CT machine is steps away from our emergency department, and we don’t have to wait to get our patient in for imaging. In minutes we can be connected to a neurologist who specializes in stroke care so we can proceed with the best treatment to save brain function.”
According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is a leading cause of death, killing nearly 130,000 people each year, and is a leading cause of serious, long-term adult disability. Pullman Regional Hospital’s emergency department treats about 80-100 stroke patients a year.
While this is less than 1% of the patients seen each year in Pullman, the average stroke ages a person by 36 years.
When a ‘Code Stroke’ is implemented at Pullman Regional Hospital, a team of 8 immediately respond. Team members include emergency physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, emergency nurses, certified nursing assistants, intensive care unit nurses, CT technologists, laboratory technicians, and clinical coordinators.
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