Community leaders gather to address polarization, trust, and civil discourse in the Wood River Valley.
\nThe Wood River Women\u2019s Foundation (WRWF) will host its annual State of the Valley event on February 5, 2026 convening together community leaders, advocates, educators, and residents for a timely public conversation titled \u201cSolving the Civility Crisis.\u201d
\nAs communities nationwide grapple with increasing polarization and breakdowns in civil discourse, this year\u2019s event will explore how these dynamics are showing up locally \u2014 and what individuals, institutions, and organizations can do to foster respectful, constructive engagement.
\nThe event is designed not only as a conversation, but as a launch point for a year-long series of community dialogues hosted by partner organizations throughout the Valley, including libraries, faith communities, as well as civic and recreation groups.
\n\u201cThis year\u2019s State of the Valley reflects what we\u2019re hearing from so many in our community \u2014 a desire to reconnect, to listen more deeply, and to remember what we share,\u201d said Karissa Price Rico, WRWF Education Committee Chair. \u201cCivility isn\u2019t about agreement. It\u2019s about learning how to stay in relationship, even when we differ.\u201d
\nThe program will include an interactive audience component intended to encourage connection among attendees and highlight shared values rooted in life in the Wood River Valley.
\nEvent Details:
\nDate: February 5, 2026
\nTime: 5:00 \u2013 6:30 p.m.
\nLocation: Wood River High School and via Zoom
\nAdmission: Free
\nMedia are invited to attend and cover the event. Advance registration is
\nencouraged.
\nFor more information about the Wood River Women\u2019s Foundation and the State of the Valley event, visit https:\/\/woodriverwomensfoundation.org\/state-of-the-valley\/.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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