Happy weekend, Lewiston! In today’s happening-today edition: Idaho’s first five below, Hells canyon heatfest, and Father’s day brews cruise + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
New retail jobs ahead: Five Below is hiring for Idaho’s first store in Lewiston, opening this summer at 2628 Nez Perce Drive, with roles from assistant manager to support lead, part-time and sales associates -- see what positions are open.
Nursing program milestone: LC State’s MSN program earned five-year accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and added a Direct Entry MSN track for bachelor’s degree holders seeking to transition into nursing -- see the accreditation details.
A milestone for Lewiston: CCI Ammunition is celebrating 75 years in Lewiston in 2026, from the Speer brothers’ 1951 start to three facilities spanning 350,000 square feet, with new products debuting this year -- explore CCI’s 75-year run.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Weeknight upgrade alert: Brava’s is that spot where the menu rotates with the seasons, herbs are literally grown inside, and the caramel whiskey burger or bite-size steak bites pair suspiciously well with Brock’s signature Brocktails and live music. Treat yourself this week, your future self will applaud.
Local fairway therapy: Whether you're chasing a quick nine after work or committing to the full 18, Bryden Canyon Public Golf Course serves up LC Valley views and just enough risk-reward to keep it interesting. Leagues, lessons, and a packed tournament slate make it an easy local upgrade to your week.
Keep it close to home: Got family rolling in with a fifth wheel or your place is mid-reno and you need a breather? RiverValley RV Park keeps it simple and close, an easy local spot to park the rig, plug in, and still hit your usual errands without turning it into a road trip.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🔥 Hells Canyon Heatfest @ Schweitzer Boys & Girls Club | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – Hells Canyon HEATFEST is back, serving up 3-on-3 hoops, bragging rights, and asphalt shimmer summer loves, courtesy of Lewiston Parks and Rec and the Boys & Girls Clubs. Grab your squad, dust off the knee brace, and register before the teenagers box you out.
🧺 5th Annual Lewiston Farmers Market @ Old Shopko parking lot | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – Whether you crave tomatoes with flavor or honey straight from the hive, Lewiston’s fifth annual farmers market delivers. Shop local produce, USDA pork and beef, baked goods, and handmade finds. Every Saturday morning, June through September, grab your groceries, your gossip, and some smug satisfaction.
🐝 5 & over - Just Buzzin Around @ Grangeville Pioneer Park Pavilion | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Opening day of the Grangeville Farmers Market gets artsy with a paint-your-own bee class at Pioneer Park Pavilion for ages 5 and up. It is sweet, a little messy, and very local, and seating is for registered painters only, helpers included.
📚 Library on the Go @ Hereth Park | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Whether you still miss the card catalog or just want fresh pages for the patio, the Library on the Go rolls into Hereth Park with hundreds of books, plus laptops, tablets, and more. Think food truck vibes, but for stories, neighbors, and quiet thrills.
👨 Father's Day Celebration! Brews Cruise @ Snake River Adventures | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Think Dad likes his scenery with his suds? Hop a special Father's Day jet boat on the Snake, catch a sneak peek of Hells Canyon, and work your way through local beer, quality banter, and those tall fish tales he swears are true.
🍩 Donuts with Dad @ Hells Canyon Harley-Davidson | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Celebrate the man who swears he isn't hungry with free donuts for the whole family, 11am to 3pm. He gets first pick, obviously, then enforces the dad tax on sprinkles. Quick, easy, and sweet, like his jokes wish they were.
🥞 Father's Day Breakfast Buffet @ Meriwether's Bistro | Sunday (6/21) at 10:00 AM – Give Dad the royal breakfast treatment with an amped up buffet at Meriwether's and MJ Barleyhopper's, patio or lounge. Omelets to order, chicken fried steak, biscuits and gravy, and pastries, plus Bloody Marys and Clamdiggers. Kids get a break, toddlers eat free, gratuity is added. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Lewiston report Weather forecastToday — High: 92°F — Low: 58°F — Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. West wind 2 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 58. West wind 1 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 58°F — Precip: 0%
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