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Softball Recap: Grangeville triumphant thanks to a strong effort from Abbie Frei
Grangeville came tearing into Thursday's matchup with 12 straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 10.4 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Orofino Maniacs and snuck past 11-9. That's more bragging rights for Grangeville, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Baseball Recap: Jack Clark can't quite lead Potlatch over Clearwater Valley
Potlatch was the 2-0 winner over Clearwater Valley when they last played one another back in April, but their luck changed this time around. The Potlatch Loggers fell just short of the Clearwater Valley Rams by a score of 3-1 on Saturday. Potlatch has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
LC State Holds Commencement Ceremony at Orofino Prison
OROFINO – Lewis-Clark State College held a commencement ceremony for two more graduates of its prison education program at Idaho Correctional Institution - Orofino (ICIO) on Monday. The unique event was held outside at the facility’s recreation yard and was attended by 56 other students in the program; over 20 college administrators, faculty and staff; as well as six family members of the graduates.
Softball Recap: Orofino extends home winning streak to four
Orofino stacked a 12th blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Saturday. They blew past the Priest River Spartans 20-2. The victory was familiar territory for Orofino who now have six in a row. For Priest River's part, Rylee Hansen made the most of her time at bat despite the...
Scheduled Power Outage in Pierce and Weippe for Utility Upgrades
WEIPPE - Approximately 715 Avista and 725 Clearwater Power customers in Pierce, Weippe, and surrounding areas will experience a power outage on Saturday, May 11. The outage will begin at 7 a.m. and is expected to end by 3 p.m. Avista is performing maintenance on the Weippe Substation, while Clearwater...
Kids’ Fishing Day Tunnel Pond, Orofino, ID May 3, 2024
OROFINO – Dworshak National Fish Hatchery and the Nez Perce Tribe would like to invite you to spend the day fishing at Tunnel Pond on Friday, May 3rd from 8 am- 1:30 pm. They will be offering a day of fishing, food, and fun for kids 13 and under. All fishing gear, bait, and ice for your catch is provided. There will be arts and crafts, and educational activities offered.
Chacon Family “Embraces the Wilderness Ethic” and Gives Back to Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness
KAMIAH - To celebrate National Volunteer Recognition Month, the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests are sharing the stories of some of the dedicated volunteers who are passionate about our forests. Moose Creek District Ranger Ron Tipton explained that “The Moose Creek Ranger District simply could not meet its resource stewardship mission without the hard work and dedication of our volunteers, especially in the wilderness, which requires expertise in both modern and traditional methods to repair and maintain historic facilities such as Moose Creek Ranger Station, which is the hub for our wilderness youth conservation, public recreation, fire management, and outfitter guides programs.”
Softball Game Preview: Orofino Hits the Road
Orofino is 6-0 against Kellogg since March of 2022, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Thursday. The Orofino Maniacs will head out on the road to face off against the Kellogg Wildcats at 2:00 p.m. The teams are on pretty different trajectories at the moment (Orofino has five straight wins, Kellogg has four straight defeats), but none of that matters once you're on the field.
Lewis County Sheriff’s Office mourns the loss of K9 Bajo
NEZPERCE, Idaho - Bajo, a K9 from the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, has died and been laid to rest. During his service with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, K9 Bajo diligently assisted the community. In a Facebook post, the Sheriff’s Office expressed that Bajo also provided support to...
Softball Recap: Clearwater Valley falls despite strong effort from Alex Palmer
Clearwater Valley fought the good fight in their extra-innings matchup against. on Friday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Genesee Bulldogs by a score of 7-6. The defeat continues a trend for Clearwater Valley in their matchups with Genesee: they've now lost four in a row.
Baseball Recap: Orofino extends home winning streak to three
On Wednesday, Orofino faced Grangeville in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Orofino Maniacs came out on top in a nail-biter against the Grangeville Bulldogs and snuck past 4-3. Winning may never get old, but Orofino sure is getting used to it with their fifth in a row.
Baseball Game Preview: Orofino on Home-Turf
Orofino has been on the road for two straight, but on Monday they'll finally head home. They will take on the St. Maries Lumberjacks at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Orofino will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last. Orofino can now...
Lewis County Sheriff’s Office mourns the loss of K9 Bajo
NEZPERCE, Idaho – Bajo, a K9 from the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, has died and been laid to rest. During his service with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, K9 Bajo diligently assisted the community. In a Facebook post, the Sheriff’s Office expressed that Bajo also provided support...
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