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🌱 Could Clarkston’s EMS funding be saved before the Dec. 22 vote?

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Morning Clarkston! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could Clarkston’s EMS funding be saved before the Dec. 22 vote?
  • How a Clarkston drug investigation led to a $40,000 cocaine seizure
  • Will Clarkston’s new residency program finally ease our doctor shortage?

Also on today's calendar: Bedazzle Your Book and 3 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Clarkstonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Thursday: Breezy in the morning; cloudy, with a high of 62 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: Remaining cloudy, temps: high: 62, low: 43.
  • Saturday: Clouds and sun, with a high of 55 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Clarkston Council Revisits EMS Funding Amid Union Talks (klewtv.com) — Clarkston city leaders are rethinking how to fund emergency medical services in the 2026 budget as talks with the fire union make progress. With layoffs and staffing on the line, the council may introduce amendments to restore at least temporary EMS funding when it takes a final budget vote on December 22.
   

• Clarkston Man Arrested After Seizure of $40,000 Worth of Cocaine (dailyfly.com) — A Clarkston residence was the site of a major drug bust, where detectives seized about three pounds of cocaine, multiple firearms, and roughly $50,000 in cash after a lengthy investigation. A 35-year-old Clarkston man was arrested and booked into Asotin County Jail on a charge of possession of cocaine with intent to deliver.
   

• TriState Health Begins Residency Program (koze.com) — A new TriState Health residency program will bring young doctors to Clarkston for three years of training, with hopes many will stay in the region long term. Backed by $1 million in federal support, the hospital is asking local residents to donate through today’s Fund Our Future campaign to help sustain the program and strengthen medical care in this rural community.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • There's lots of water over roads right now and some cities and counties may not be able to get road closed signs up fast enough.
    First, if you see a road closed sign, don't go around it. It's there for your protection. A flooded road may have hidden dangers such as washed out… (Nextdoor )
  • I received a recent sighting notification from a neighbor in the highland neighborhood around Libby and 13th area.
    Please call me if you see my boy. He is trying to stay warm on people porches right now and I want to find him. Please share around your neighbirhood… (Nextdoor Clarkston)
  • Papa Murphy's Holdings, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in Clarkston. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Clarkston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Clarkston here.

🗞 Nearby News

Pullman

  • Public asked to discuss short-term rental regulations (dnews.com)
  • Former WSU fraternity house becomes homeless shelter (kxly.com)
  • Stockmen Told To Be Ready To Face New Challenge (lmtribune.com)

Colfax

  • Services For Whitman County Seniors Moving Away From Council On Aging In Colfax-Future Of Senior Meals Program Undetermined (dailyfly.com)

Ok Clarkston! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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