Friday, January 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Coeur d'Alene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the 38th annual Martin Luther King Jr. human rights celebration in Coeur d'Alene, elementary students shared essays on kindness and equality, honoring King's legacy and the impact of small acts of kindness. Coeur d'Alene Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jonathan R. Cummins, who admitted to raping a teenager and has pending charges in another county, is scheduled for sentencing on Feb. 13. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ After being acquitted of involuntary manslaughter but convicted for drug charges, a 71-year-old man is sentenced to supervised probation for three years. Coeur d'Alene Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lake City High School's Blue Room Improv team aims to delight audiences with unpredictable and humorous performances, holding their January show tonight. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ Inland Northwest libraries saw a surge in popularity for 'romantasy' and historical fiction in 2024, with titles by Sarah J. Maas and Kristin Hannah leading the borrow lists. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Skylar Brown from Hayden won the inaugural Latte Art Throwdown at Kaffee Meister, competing against baristas including those from Vancouver, Wash., and San Diego. Coeur d'Alene Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Idaho establishes its first Special Assistant United States Attorney Office to combat drug trafficking, funded by a mix of federal and state contributions. Coeur d'Alene Press
SPORTS NEWS
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Hands-on Winter Sowing Workshop
This workshop will teach participants about seed cold stratification and provide hands-on experience in winter sowing techniques, including planting their own mini greenhouse.
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Improvised Murder Mystery Show
An interactive evening where attendees inspire characters in a murder mystery comedy suitable for all ages.
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Live Performance by Singer-Songwriter Kyle Swaffard
Kyle Swaffard, a seasoned singer-songwriter from Coeur d’Alene, performs live at the Chinook Lounge, showcasing his music experience in the Pacific Northwest.
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Comin' Home the Band at Inland Kava Bar
Comin' Home the Band will perform their debut show at the Inland Kava Bar, showcasing their life stories through music.
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Fire & Ice: A Valentine's Celebration
This event offers an evening of aerial performances, fire displays, and handcrafted cocktails, all while supporting the Idaho Youth Ranch's mission to help local youth.
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Living with Ease Through Tapping Workshop
This interactive workshop focuses on Tapping/EFT as a self-healing technique, helping participants to manage physical and emotional challenges in a supportive environment led by an experienced practitioner.
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