Whitman County Gazette - Serving Whitman County since 1877

PULLMAN - The Palouse Conservation District offers an exploration of the macroinvertebrates found in the south fork of the Palouse River.

On Oct. 2, from 10 a.m. to noon, the district is offering an information session at the Pullman Community Garden at Koppel Farm. It is located at the corner of SE Derby Street and SE Professional Mall Boulevard in Pullman.

Macroinvertebrates are insects, snails, worms, and crayfish, that spend at least part of their lives in the bottom of the river.

"This is a family-friendly event and all ages are welcome," said an organizer.

Social distancing is require...