In Our Community


Man in a motorized wheelchair entering a van on an electric lift

Local treasures with Pia: United Way in Medford makes a meaningful impact

The United Way of Jackson County, Oregon, is based in Medford, where it helps students, people with disabilities, and those who need a a little extra help. 

Electric powered bus in front of Loon Lake School

Kids in Loon Lake and Valley, WA school districts are riding on new electric school buses

The first electric school buses have arrived in Avista’s Washington service territory.

Group of teenagers smiling

Thriving teen center is beginning to fundraise for a new building

The Winston Area Community Partnership Teen Center is so popular it has begun fundraising for a new location.

Collage of pre-kindergarteners in Lapwai School summer bootcamp

Local Treasures with Pia: Lapwai School summer bootcamp

Pre-Kindergarteners blossom in Lapwai School summer bootcamp

Group of students smiling outdoors

Local Treasures with Pia: Palouse Pathways

Palouse Pathways help students find and plan for their best college education

Group of Boy Scout children in a canoe

Local Treasures with Pia: Bringing "Scoutreach" to West Central

A two-year pilot Boy Scout outreach program kicks off at West Central Community Center in April