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  • 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

  • The community is invited to get a look inside eight local historic homes during the Weiser Architectural Preservation Committee’s Parlor Tour on Saturday, April 18, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
    Weiser’s storied historic homes to welcome guests
    04/15/2026 - 6:00pm

  • Recipients of the 2025 WMHF scholarships, from left, Santi Perez, Alia Oarbeascoa, WMHF Executive Director Kim Burgess, Elijah Sandoval, and Hannah Grace.
    WMH Foundation sets $9,000 goal for Idaho Gives
    04/15/2026 - 6:00pm
  • LOR hosts second drive to match volunteers
    04/15/2026 - 6:00pm

  • The community’s Meet the Candidates forum held Thursday, April 9 and sponsored by the Weiser Signal American and Weiser Chamber of Commerce, drew over 200 voters to hear from local and legislative candidates. Pictured above, District 1 Commissioner Jim Harberd, District 2 Commission candidate Kevin Jones, Assessor candidate Niki Houser, Washington County Treasurer Sabrina Young, and Washington County Clerk Donna White. Not pictured District 2 Commission candidate Chris Christopherson and assessor candidate Stacy Walker.
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    The Vendome’s meeting room drew a large crowd for the April 9 Meet the Candidates forum, where they heard from District 9 legislative candidates, and those running for office at the county level.
    Commission candidates focus of forum
    04/15/2026 - 6:00pm
  • Walker cleared, Pearce case dismissed
    04/15/2026 - 6:00pm

News


Representing Weiser High School’s FFA Chapter, Claire Matthews, left, and Charlieann Grace presented a report on the Chapter’s activities this semester to the Weiser School District Board of Trustees at the April 13 monthly board meeting. Seated right is FFA Advisor Robi Salisbury.
04/30/2026 - 9:43am
WHS students impress trustees with reports
Two student groups from Weiser High School delivered confident, well prepared presentations at the April 13 meeting of the Weiser School District Board of Trustees, one highlighting a semester of accomplishments by the WHS FFA chapter, and the...
Auction and Idaho Gives drive cancer support
Children receive free bikes and helmets
The weight of blossoms and rain damages tree
Claire Matthews signs with George Fox University
Letter carriers step up in times of need

Opinions

04/30/2026 - 9:18am
Experience that serves the community
To the Editor,  During my time as Mayor of Weiser, one of my most difficult tasks was finding the right people to fill appointed positions. Finding individuals with the necessary knowledge, skillset, and the ability to work as part of a team was...
What growth means for all of us
Clarifying recent county matters
Caring for Weiser’s parks and green spaces
Candidate issues public apology
Respect for signs, respect for voters

Sports


Flanked by his parents, Brad and Debbie Pena Laird, and grandparents, Maria and Guadalupe Pena, Weiser High School senior Jackson Laird signed a commitment letter to attend Lewis Clark State College, where he will compete in track and field, while majoring in medical studies.
04/30/2026 - 9:37am
Weiser’s Laird runs toward new goals
Weiser High School senior Jackson Laird celebrated with family, friends, and coaches as he signed his letter of intent to compete in track and field at Lewis Clark State College in Lewiston, Idaho. Laird, the son of Brad and Debbie Pena Laird,...
Wolverines baseball season comes to a close
Cold weather, hot results for Weiser track
Wolverines enter final week of SRV with 18-1 record
Weiser tennis continues hot start, adds three more victories
Weiser sweeps Fruitland, outlasts Gooding

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