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The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

There are several online campaigns and petitions you can sign, all of which you can do from a mobile device.

Guide: Being an activist from home

JENNA GEELAN, Evergreen reporter and columnist June 15, 2020

With the current social and political climate, many people want to use their voice to make a social impact. However, with the threat of COVID-19 still present, it might be hard for some people to go outside....

Juliann Yusko started sewing at the age of 10. She has created a prom dress, fixed WSUs Marching Band uniforms, and sewn masks for the Pullman community.

Pullman resident channels passion for sewing to help others

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter June 8, 2020

Pullman resident Juliann Yusko is the type of person who helps others in any way she can. When she designed costumes for drama in high school, she worked for hours on end to make sure every costume was...

The Palouse area has a variety of trails and destinations ranging from Kamiak Butte to Moscow Mountain.

Guide: Where to hit the trails this summer

SYDNEY BROWN, Evergreen reporter June 8, 2020

As we get closer to the peak of summer weather, spend some time outdoors and on local hiking trails. Here are some of the best ones — in my humble opinion, of course.  Kamiak Butte County Park Located...

Children, teenagers and adults can win a grand prize for completing the Whitman County Library summer reading program.

Whitman County libraries take different approach to summer programs 

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter June 8, 2020

While Whitman County Library had planned to offer many programs this summer, those events had to be put on the back burner, said Sheri Miller, associate director and youth services manager of Whitman County...

Palouse residents can access the Pullman Good Food Co-ops virtual farmers market to receive fresh ingredients from local vendors.

Pullman Good Food Co-op offers virtual market

JENNA GEELAN, Evergreen reporter and columnist June 8, 2020

Since the COVID-19 outbreak emerged, many things have come to a close. Among the local groups that had to put a halt to their operations, the Pullman Good Food Co-op decided to start a virtual community...

Latah County residents can participate in virtual performances, as well as check out summer reading titles chosen by library staff.

Latah County libraries provides summer reading, virtual performances

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter June 8, 2020

Residents of Latah County can get their fill of reading, crafts and virtual performances this summer through the Latah County Library District. LCLD is offering a Neighborhood Reads program with the...

The Gender Identity/Expression and Sexual Orientation Resource Center may not have planned any in-person events planned for Pride Month, but the community can still connect with Netflix parties and Zoom hang outs.

GIESORC celebrates Pride Month virtually

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter June 4, 2020

The Gender Identity/Expression and Sexual Orientation Resource Center (GIESORC) will provide online gatherings and an ally training to celebrate Pride Month. The events will be held virtually. GIESORC...

Volunteers serve lentil chili for attendees the 2018 National Lentil Festival.

National Lentil Festival canceled this year

ZACH GOFF, Evergreen reporter June 3, 2020

The annual 2020 National Lentil Festival was canceled due to health concerns related to COVID-19. Britnee Christen, festival director of the National Lentil Festival, said she wants everyone in the...

Omache Farm co-owner Margaret Parsley, right, takes payment for Pullman resident Scott McBeths plants on May 20 at the Pullman Farmers Market. McBeth purchased Pink Berkeley Tie-Dye tomatoes.

Local farmers markets still open despite COVID-19 restrictions

EMMA LEDBETTER, Evergreen news editor May 31, 2020

Both the Moscow and Pullman farmers markets adapted their practices to comply with COVID-19 regulations. Despite the changes, many customers and vendors have responded positively, said Amanda Argona,...

Certain succulents and indoor plants only need to be watered every two weeks, making them a staple to your space with low maintenance.

Guide: Grow your own indoor garden

JENNA GEELAN, Evergreen reporter and columnist May 31, 2020

Space and resources might be limited when it comes to growing an outdoor garden, but this guide will lay out the basics of starting a garden from inside your home.  Carol Kawula, senior instructor...

In Whitman County, buyers can now visit potential homes one-on-one with a realtor rather than looking at pictures online.

Housing market slows during usual peak time of sales

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter May 31, 2020

With COVID-19 impacting many aspects of life, people are still buying houses and signing apartment leases. The housing market slowed down because of the shutdown. This is typically the busiest time...

The sun sets behind carnival rides at the Palouse Empire Fair in 2019.

Final decision about county fair not made yet

JENNA GEELAN, Evergreen reporter and columnist May 26, 2020

The fate of the Palouse Empire Fair — just five miles outside Colfax — will be decided on June 15. Its original dates are set for September 10-13. Janel Goebel, Whitman County fair manager, said...

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