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A little set of recent work - light, atmosphere and snowy Palouse hills in December.
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A luminous and soft December morning just outside my little town… Towards the southeast the light and clouds were bright and ethereal. Swinging the view towards the north, the skies began to …
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February 4, 2025 at 10:01 PM
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A wild yellow rose seen in #whitmancounty Washington. Imagine the lovely scent and warm air!
A bright yellow fully open rose is on a bush below a yellow rose bud. The background is green foliage.
May 26, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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I would rather have #snow than all this rain!!! Image from the county where I grew up. From a glorious day years ago, driving through the #palousehills #whitmancounty #easternwashington
A paved road leads straight ahead between snow-covered hills. There is a cloud along the left horizon that reaches a small tendril to the right. The rest of the sky is clear blue.
December 10, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Local Palouse area photographers: join the Albion, WA camera club as we host Colleen Miniuk for a presentation on May 12th. We're very lucky to have her! Free event, voluntary donations encouraged.
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Promotional graphic for photo club presentation event on May 12th, 7:00pm at the Albion, WA library: "The Art of Seeing Differently" Join the Albion Camera Club for a presentation from photographer, author and adventurer Colleen Miniuk on the topic of creative seeing and moving beyond photo cliches. "Are you tired of photographing the same iconic subjects over and over? Have your photographs become safe or boring? If you’re in need of a creative jolt for your photography, then join outdoor photographer Colleen Miniuk for this exciting and educational presentation where she’ll share her insights on how to create unique and personally meaningful images that transcend the cliché. Learn specific techniques for tapping into individual knowledge, passions, and mindful observations as you explore your surroundings and how to connect with your subjects on a deeper level no matter where your travels take you." Colleen is a full-time freelance outdoor photographer, author, instructor, and motivational speaker, specializing in nature and outdoor recreation. Her published books include "So Said the River: Life, Loss and Pie on the Colorado;" "Photographing Acadia National Park;" and "Wild in Arizona: Photographing Arizona's Wildflowers." Her talk will be aimed at the creative side of landscape photography and is recommended for photo enthusiasts of any skill level or equipment.
March 31, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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If you live in the Palouse region, please come join us for a great presentation tonight at 7 in Albion, WA (5 miles from Pullman)!
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Promotional graphic for photography presentation by Colleen Miniuk on Monday, May 12th at 7:00 in Albion, WA. "The Art of Seeing Differently" Join the Albion Camera Club for a presentation from photographer, author and adventurer Colleen Miniuk on the topic of creative seeing and moving beyond photo cliches. "Are you tired of photographing the same iconic subjects over and over? Have your photographs become safe or boring? If you’re in need of a creative jolt for your photography, then join outdoor photographer Colleen Miniuk for this exciting and educational presentation where she’ll share her insights on how to create unique and personally meaningful images that transcend the cliché. Learn specific techniques for tapping into individual knowledge, passions, and mindful observations as you explore your surroundings and how to connect with your subjects on a deeper level no matter where your travels take you." Colleen is a full-time freelance outdoor photographer, author, instructor, and motivational speaker, specializing in nature and outdoor recreation. Her published books include "So Said the River: Life, Loss and Pie on the Colorado;" "Photographing Acadia National Park;" and "Wild in Arizona: Photographing Arizona's Wildflowers." Her talk will be aimed at the creative side of landscape photography and is recommended for photo enthusiasts of any skill level or equipment. The event is free to attend, though voluntary donations are encouraged.
May 12, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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“WHITMAN COUNTY, Wash. -- Two firefighters were injured while responding to the Lyons Ferry Fire in Whitman County last week.” www.kxly.com/news/two-fir... - @kxly.com

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Two firefighters injured while responding to large wildfire near Lyons Ferry State Park
WHITMAN COUNTY, Wash. -- Two firefighters were injured while responding to the Lyons Ferry Fire in Whitman County last week.
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July 21, 2026 at 11:52 PM
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Whitman County is pushing back against costly organics mandates, revealing that retrofitting their transfer station could cost up to $5 million!

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County submits ORCA organics waiver; retrofit to meet 2030 mandate could cost $4–5 million
Whitman County submitted an ORCA organics waiver to Washington Dept. of Ecology citing distance and cost burdens; staff estimated retrofitting the transfer station for organics by 2030 would cost $4–5 million and Ecology is expected to respond by Oct. 14.
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September 10, 2026 at 9:59 AM
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Whitman County is gearing up for a major shift in waste management as they seek new proposals to replace their long-haul disposal contract before it expires in 2027.

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County issues call for proposals to replace long-haul disposal contract; bids due Dec. 7
Whitman County Commissioners approved a call for proposals to replace the Republic Services long-haul and disposal contract expiring July 1, 2027; bids are due December 7, 2026, as the county finalizes inter-local agreements tied to the updated Solid Waste Management Plan.
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September 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Whitman County commissioners are championing groundbreaking hydrogen research and vital freight-rail improvements with their latest endorsements!

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Whitman County commissioners back WSU hydrogen research and freight-rail grant applications
The board approved letters of support for WSU Professor Jacob Leachman's HYPER-DRAGON hydrogen refueling research project and for NW Grain Growers' State Freight Rails Assistance Program grant applications.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:25 PM
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Whitman County is gearing up for crucial flood insurance updates, with new digital maps and resources set to become publicly accessible—are you prepared for what this means for your community?

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Ecology outlines NFIP basics, public access to new FEMA maps for Whitman County
Department of Ecology staff explained the National Flood Insurance Program’s three-part mission—mapping, regulation, insurance—and confirmed digital flood maps and data will be publicly available via FEMA's Map Service Center after Dec. 23, 2026.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:20 PM
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Whitman County is reshaping its future with a new Floodplain Ordinance and exciting public works updates on roads and bridges!

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Board adopts floodplain planning letter, renames Garrison North Road; public works updates Hume Road and local bridges
Commissioners approved a planning-letter adoption for the county's Floodplain Ordinance, renumbered Garrison North Road No. 947, and heard public works updates that Hume Road is passable but paving unlikely in 2026 and several bridge projects are ongoing; Mark Storey said county code contains no provision for data-center applications.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:24 PM
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Whitman County faces a crucial deadline: adopt FEMA's updated flood maps by December 23, 2026, or risk losing access to vital flood insurance for residents.

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Whitman County urged to adopt FEMA maps by Dec. 23 to keep flood insurance access
Department of Ecology and county staff told the Whitman County Planning Commission that the Letter of Final Determination from FEMA requires adoption of updated flood insurance study and maps by Dec. 23, 2026, or the county risks suspension from the National Flood Insurance Program and impacts to residents' insurance and mortgage access.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:13 PM
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Whitman County is racing against the clock to adopt new flood insurance rules by December 23 to protect residents' access to crucial federal flood coverage!

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Whitman County to split flood rules from Critical Areas code to meet Dec. 23 FEMA deadline
Facing a June 23 Letter of Final Determination from FEMA, Whitman County Planning Commission and Public Works staff will extract federally required floodplain provisions into a standalone Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and seek public hearing Oct. 7 ahead of an anticipated Board adoption Nov. 16 to avoid suspension from the NFIP.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:12 PM
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Pullman is the most populous city in #WhitmanCounty, located in southeastern Washington within the #Palouse region of the #PacificNorthwest. The population was 32,901 at the #2020Census, and estimated to be 33,543 in 2024. Originally founded as Three Forks.
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July 4, 2026 at 11:14 AM