Lewiston Election Results: Key Highlights and Insights

On Election Day, Lewiston saw significant voter turnout for the Mayor, City Council, and Infrastructure Bond races. Dan Johnson won the Mayor’s seat, while Kassee Forsmann, Matthew Wright, and Bryan Moree secured City Council positions. Nationally, Democrats had notable wins, suggesting a shift in political sentiments ahead of the 2026 elections.

The Local Connection: US Government Shutdown – What’s Open, What’s Closed, and What’s Not Known

A photo of the US Capitol with the message CLOSED! overlaid on it.

In this article, George Grenley analyzes national issues impacting Nez Perce County amid the current US government shutdown. Key services likely to continue include mail delivery and social security checks, while federal workers face furloughs. The shutdown’s causes stem from disagreements over healthcare funding and budget cuts, mainly affecting Idahoans.