Priest River receives Arbor Day grant

The cities of Priest River and Ponderay were selected to receive a $350 Arbor Day grant. 

The Idaho Nursery and Landscape Association, in cooperation with the Idaho Department of Lands, Avista, Idaho Power, and Rocky Mountain Power announced the grants to assist in the communities' celebration of Arbor Day 2024. 

"We hope this event will encourage the members of your community to realize the important benefits trees provide, recognize the appropriate species of trees for various locations and promote a healthy community forest," INLA officials said in a press release. "Planting Idaho's communities not only add beauty, but also improve the environment, making your community more inviting to visitors, and increasing economic value in both downtown and residential areas."

Officials said the organizations are encouraging INLA members to participate in the celebration, and for residents of all ages to enjoy the planting of trees that help to make their communities great places to come home to. 

Information: arborday.org/arborday.