Best of the Palouse Contest Results Published

Readers can find the winners in a special booklet in today's newspaper.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 7:05am

An abstract, impressionistic photograph of blurred, glowing shapes in warm tones, conveying the welcoming atmosphere of a local small business.The annual Best of the Palouse contest shines a light on the unique local businesses that give the region its distinctive character and community spirit.Lewiston Today

The results of the annual Best of the Palouse contest have been published in a special booklet included in today's edition of the Lewiston Morning Tribune newspaper. Readers in the Palouse region can find the winners of various categories celebrating the best local businesses, products, and services in their community.

Why it matters

The Best of the Palouse contest is a longstanding local tradition that allows residents to recognize and support their favorite hometown establishments. The contest results provide valuable insights into the tastes and preferences of the regional community.

The details

The Best of the Palouse contest is organized by the Lewiston Morning Tribune newspaper and has been running for over a decade. Readers in the Palouse region, which includes parts of eastern Washington and northern Idaho, are invited to vote for their favorite local businesses, services, and products across dozens of categories. The winners are then announced in a special publication that is distributed with the newspaper.

  • The Best of the Palouse contest results were published in the Lewiston Morning Tribune newspaper on April 16, 2026.

The players

Lewiston Morning Tribune

A daily newspaper serving the Lewiston, Idaho and Clarkston, Washington metropolitan area, including the broader Palouse region.

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The takeaway

The annual Best of the Palouse contest highlights the vibrant local business community in the Lewiston-Clarkston area, providing residents with a chance to celebrate and support their favorite hometown establishments.