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Michelle Bly Appointed Commissioner for Port of Lewiston District 1
The Port of Lewiston Commission appointed Michelle Bly to fill the remaining term of former Commissioner Mike Thomason, who retired at the end of July. The term ends December 31, 2028. At special Commission meeting on August 19, Commissioners Joseph Anderson and Denise Metz both voted to appoint Bly, who was one of five candidates…
Read MoreSetting the Record Straight
Port Executive Director Scott Corbitt addresses claims asserted in a “study” sponsored by Idaho Rivers United that minimizes the vital economic impact of the Lower Snake River Dams on Lewiston and the LC Valley. Please click the links below.
Read MoreCheck Out the Latest Edition of ‘The Confluence’ Newsletter!
Covering everything from tugboat crews and cruise boat christenings, this issue of ‘The Confluence’, the Port of Lewiston’s quarterly newsletter, is here! https://portoflewiston.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Confluence-June-2026-Full.pdf
Read MorePort Seeks Applicants to Replace Retiring Commissioner
The Port of Lewiston is seeking candidates to fill the remaining term of Commissioner Mike Thomason, who will retire as of July 31, 2026. “After serving on the Port of Lewiston Commission for over a decade, I have decided to resign and give someone else the opportunity to contribute to the Port’s efforts,” said Thomason,…
Read MorePort of Lewiston Featured in Statewide Publication
Extra! Extra! The Port of Lewiston has been highlighted in ID Guide, a monthly digital and print publication dedicated to Idaho businesses, communities, and culture. We are honored to receive this opportunity to showcase our pride in both the Port and our community. Be sure to check it out!https://idguide.com/id-article/famous-port-of-lewiston/
Read MoreGrowing Your Business?
The Port of Lewiston is excited to announce an exciting business opportunity for a new or expanding business. The Port’s Incubator Building, a facility established to help emerging businesses a place to gain a foothold in their industry, has a rare vacancy! Qualified companies may benefit from structured lease rates while building their operations in…
Read MoreLet’s Talk Taxes Open House
The Port is Lewiston is excited to to partner with Nez Perce County, the City of Lewiston, Lewiston Independent School District No. 1, Central Orchards Sewer District, and others to present the first-ever “Let’s Talk Taxes” Open House on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Lewiston High School, 3201 Cecil…
Read MoreThe Power of Water: Fighting to Keep the Power Flowing at the Lower Snake River Dams
Telly Stanger’s job centers on a basic need that’s as essential as it is contentious. It’s a topic that stirs heated debates and power struggles behind closed doors, in courtrooms, and within the halls of government. What is this essential resource? Water, or more specifically, its power. “Hydropower is huge,” said Stanger, Chief Executive Officer…
Read MoreConfluence Fiber Communications Leadership Teams Announced
March 29, 2026 LEWISTON, IDAHO – The Port of Lewiston and Pivot-Tech Development, Inc. have announced the establishment of a Board of Directors and Confluence Advisory Group for Confluence Fiber Communications (CFC), the nonprofit organization that will oversee the expansion and operation of the Lewiston community broadband network. “To effectively meet a transformational community need…
Read MoreHelp us Protect our Lower Snake River Dams
Please listen to this important message from Port of Lewiston General Manager Scott Corbitt. Let your senators and congressmen know you support our way of life made possible by the Lower Snake River Dams! Watch Now!
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