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  • Constitutional scholar, Dr. David Adler presented an intriguing talk about the origins of the Declaration of Independence to a room full of local residents at the Weiser Train Depot.
    Adler illuminates road to revolution
    05/14/2026 - 9:20am
  • Citizen presses county board on transparency
    05/14/2026 - 9:18am
  • City of Weiser requests continued airport funding
    05/14/2026 - 9:17am

  • The Elks are inviting local volunteers to help place flags at Hillcrest Cemetery for Memorial Day.
    Weiser Elks lead Memorial Day tribute
    05/14/2026 - 9:15am

  • The grounds around the historic and stately Snake River Heritage Center came alive Saturday, May 9, in a celebration of May Day, hosting the public to a community picnic, with old fashioned yard games planned on a beautiful afternoon. The afternoon opened with a precision May Pole dance, featuring lovely young ladies dressed in their spring finest, plus music and singing from Victoria Arriero Studios students. Attendees were invited to tour the museum, where they had a chance to take in several new displays. Photo by Nancy Grindstaff
    Snake River Heritage Center holds May Day celebration
    05/14/2026 - 9:13am

  • The Weiser Signal American’s 2026 Easter coloring contest winners gathered for a group photo on Friday, April 17. The entries were outstanding and Weiser businesses awarded prizes to the winners. Below Dave Coleman at Pioneer Express awarded the bicycle winners, Camden Stewart and KyReigh Berghuis.
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    Award winners announced in Easter coloring contest
    04/30/2026 - 9:20am

  • Weiser’s City Council approved a $10 reservation fee for the use of the city’s parks covered picnic areas during the April 13, regular monthly meeting.
    City bans roosters, changes park fees
    04/30/2026 - 9:10am
  • Board okays BusRight rollout and bus order
    04/30/2026 - 9:08am

  • The boundaries of the proposed Weiser Airport Influence Area are shown in this map. The Washington County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 19 regarding Washington County Code 9-2-4 on the amendment that will add a definition of the Airport Influence Zone, as well as adding a legal description of the zone. A waiver or notice of the effects of airport activities will be part of real estate purchase transactions on properties within the zone.
    Airport waiver, land split form move forward
    04/30/2026 - 9:06am

  • A former principal at Pioneer Elementary School and at Weiser High School, and the district’s current Federal Programs Director Dave Davies inspired a group of Pioneer students during a dedication ceremony of new Buddy Benches, placed at the school in memory of longtime Weiser community member Shiz Nakamura. Seated from left, Superintendent Dave Kerby, Marg Chipman, Sally Bouvia, Tom Nakamura, Mary Walker, and Pioneer Principal Eric Davis.
    Buddy Benches honor beloved secretary
    04/30/2026 - 9:01am
  • Western spirit fuels cancer support drive
    04/22/2026 - 6:00pm
  • County wrestles with legacy of land-use code
    04/22/2026 - 6:00pm
  • Voters appraise potential assessors
    04/22/2026 - 6:00pm
  • Pumpkin patch tries again for approval
    04/22/2026 - 6:00pm

  • JustServe Specialists Becky Wolery and Don Dopf presented a JustServe City award to Cambridge City Clerk Sandra McKee, and Mayor Mark Loveland on April 13.
    Cambridge receives Just-Serve City recognition
    04/21/2026 - 12:36pm

News


Weiser High School’s graduating seniors are spending time enjoying the week ahead of graduation in a number of activities. The long tradition of Paint the Street took place on Saturday, May 9. Above, Keith Boles finished work is in honor of his Japanese heritage.
05/14/2026 - 10:01am
Weiser High School senior class paint the street
Shirts signs with College of Idaho
Froshiesar shares lessons from the Capitol
Kingsbury’s drive leads to college golf career
County clears permits for Sunnyside tract
Train collides with semi

Opinions

05/14/2026 - 9:33am
Letter defends family name, calls for honesty
Dear Editor:  As a little girl, whenever our family traveled to different parts of the United States, one of the things we often did was open the local phone book to see if our family name appeared in it. The Giever family name was almost never...
Dy­nam­ics of Lead­er­ship
Recognizing the Weiser Recreation Department
Experience that serves the community
What growth means for all of us
Clarifying recent county matters

Sports


Weiser High School’s boys and girls track teams finished third and second, respectively, in 4A District 3 championships, with a large number qualifying for State 4A championships at Middleton High School this Friday and Saturday, May 15 and 16. Pictured are WHS senior team members who were honored on Friday. Best of luck, Wolverines! Photo by Grayhawk Photography
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WHS freshman Stormie Rasmussen finished fourth in the 100 meter hurdles with a time of 17.39, qualifying her to compete in 4A State competition. Photo by Sarah Imada
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WHS girls 4x100 relay placed third in District. Pictured is Bethany Walker handing off to Madi Jones in the first leg of the race. Photo by Sarah Imada
05/14/2026 - 9:52am
WHS track and field heading to State
The WHS track team had one of their biggest meets of the year on May 7 and 8, being the District meet where the team had the chance to get the opportunity to go on and compete at state.  The WHS track season has been really good this year, with...
Weiser finishes second, advances to state
Weiser’s Laird runs toward new goals
Wolverines baseball season comes to a close
Cold weather, hot results for Weiser track
Wolverines enter final week of SRV with 18-1 record

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