Vol. 21 Issue 223

Grand Marshals, Ted Peterson honored at OCI Auction
During the Orofino Celebrations, Inc. (OCI) Auction, this year's Grand Marshals, Ben and Jane Green, and long-time announcer Ted Peterson who passed away earlier this year were honored. See the article and photos...

First responders on 911 honored in ceremonies at VFW field
In ceremonies Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, Harold Kinne Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3296 and Clearwater County Ambulance Service hosted the 24th annual commemoration of Patriot Day 911 to honor the first responders to lost their lives. See the photos and info...

Orofino Farmers Market holds final market with special events
Orofino Farmers market final sale for the season Thursday was themed 'Second Annual Apple Harvest Party & Free Community Cider Press' and included special events including commemoration of Patriot Day 911, children's chalk art on the sidewalk and street and the cider press. See the article and photos...

OCI wraps up 76th year of Orofino Lumberjack Days
Orofino Celebrations has wrapped up the 76th year of Orofino Lumberjack Days. See the article...

Death notice:
David McDowell, 71, Weippe...

Reconnecting with 'Good Sleep' can be a struggle for adults
Sleep is one of the most common areas where adults struggle, and many of us have lost our natural connection to it. See the column and photo...

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We Have a Winner!
Join us for our 690th Clearwater History Trivia, a special feature to celebrate Clearwater Country's history and heritage. See the winner, answer and clues...

We Have a Winner!
Join us for our 689th Clearwater History Trivia, a special feature to celebrate Clearwater Country's history and heritage. See the answer, winner and clues...

We Need Your Memories!
Join us for our 618th Clearwater History Trivia, a special feature to celebrate Clearwater Country's history and heritage. See how to help....

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