On October 26, 2026, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced an investment of over $325 million across 42 projects nationwide through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). The program pairs public funds with private investments to help farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners enhance their operations, improve water quality and soil health, and protect natural resources.
The South Columbia Basin Irrigation District (SCBID) has announced key dates for the end of the 2026 irrigation season, including scaling back ditchrider service to weekdays starting September 20. The final day to request water delivery changes is October 19, with turnouts closing and canal draining beginning on October 21.
Join the American Waterways Operators (AWO) Vice President - Legislative Affairs, Craig Monteseno on Wednesday, August 12 at 12:00 p.m. PST for an informative Zoom webinar on the current status of the Jones Act. The session will cover administration waivers, legislative updates, and key advocacy efforts impacting regional waterborne commerce.
The South Columbia Basin Irrigation District (SCBID) Board Directors has announced the appointment of Eric Dixon as Secretary/Manager, with John O'Callaghan transitioning to Senior Advisor.
NEWS RELEASE
The Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District (QCBID) has opened the filing period for three Director positions across Divisions 1, 2, and 4. Eligible landowning residents must submit a completed Petition of Nomination signed by 10 qualified voters to the Quincy District office by 5:00 PM on October 5, 2026.
Join AWRA-WA on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, for a virtual webinar on protecting and leveraging the Pacific Northwest’s invaluable hydropower system. Northwest RiverPartners Executive Director Clark Mather will share key insights on regional energy reliability, navigating modern water conflicts, and advocating for affordable clean power. Visit the event page to register.