Idaho Senator Risch to Headline Latah County GOP Dinner

Annual Lincoln Day event set for April 18 in Moscow, Idaho

Published on Mar. 12, 2026

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Idaho U.S. Senator Jim Risch is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at the annual Latah County Republicans Lincoln Day Dinner on April 18 in Moscow, Idaho. The event, held at the University Inn Best Western, will also feature appearances by Idaho U.S. Senator Mike Crapo, Governor Brad Little, and State Superintendent Debbie Critchfield.

Why it matters

The Lincoln Day Dinner is a major annual fundraising and networking event for the Latah County Republican Party, drawing key GOP figures from across the state. Risch's participation as the keynote speaker underscores his influence and prominence within the Idaho Republican establishment.

The details

The dinner is scheduled for Saturday, April 18 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM at the University Inn Best Western in Moscow, Idaho. The Latah County Republicans are expecting the event to sell out quickly, and attendees can register by emailing stacy_stooks@yahoo.com, dans@palouseproperties.com, or calling 509-336-1270.

  • The dinner is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 5:00 to 9:00 PM.

The players

Jim Risch

Idaho U.S. Senator who will deliver the keynote address at the event.

Mike Crapo

Idaho U.S. Senator who will be an honorary guest at the dinner.

Brad Little

Governor of Idaho who will be an honorary guest at the dinner.

Debbie Critchfield

Idaho State Superintendent of Public Instruction who will be an honorary guest at the dinner.

Latah County Republicans

The local Republican Party organization hosting the Lincoln Day Dinner event.

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The takeaway

The Latah County Republicans' annual Lincoln Day Dinner remains a key event for Idaho GOP leaders to connect with the party's grassroots supporters in the region, underscoring the continued influence of conservative politics in the state.