Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

Women veterans gathered Wednesday at American Legion Post 143 in Post Falls to share their stories and form a regional group aimed at boosting recognition and connection.

The group will hold sessions on the third Wednesday of each month to help women access veteran benefits + build community.

Local school districts have posted daily menus online with Monday offering beef stroganoff for students, while senior centers in Hayden, Post Falls, Rathdrum and Spirit Lake serve reserved meals on specific days; residents should call ahead to confirm meal times (check local schedules).

Kootenai County Drug Court Alumni Support Group will meet at 5 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of each month at Christ the King Lutheran Church (1700 E.

Pennsylvania Ave) in Coeur d’Alene to support both current and past participants in long-term recovery.

Idahoans supporting medical cannabis have gathered over 45,000 signatures for the Idaho Medical Cannabis Act to help patients with serious conditions.

The alliance is collecting signatures at locations including Vapor Outlet in Coeur d'Alene and aims for 70,000 by April 30 to qualify the November ballot.

This month brings busy sports as the Idaho Vandals and Whitworth Pirates stage exciting wins (and close comebacks) in regional contests.

Fans can look ahead to more competitive matchups throughout February.

17th Annual Hearts for Homes Sweethearts Ball

5-11 p.m. — Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn — $85 per person — Enjoy an elegant evening with surf & turf dinner, live auctions, and a festive Valentine's atmosphere.