Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

Tim and Terri Skubitz, longtime McDonald's franchise owners, are set to open a new restaurant at 4163 Poleline Ave on Feb.

27, with a first responder celebration planned from 4 to 6 p.m. They have grown their portfolio while supporting local jobs + raising funds for schools.

Aspire’s production of Dream Roles and Miscasts opens on Feb.

13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Midge and Pepper Smock Family Theatre at the Kroc for three nights. The show features dream roles and miscasts + ticket prices at $20 or $105 for a Prix Fixe dinner and show deal.

The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center at 405 N.

William St. in Post Falls will host its inaugural Members' Exhibit opening reception tomorrow from 2:30 to 4 p.m. plus Liv Tracy and the David Larsen Quartet will perform Romantic Jazz on Feb. 20 with tickets priced at $25.

The 23rd Inland Northwest Spelling Bee will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Schuler Performing Arts Center on the NIC campus with about 160 students competing for a chance to advance to the national bee and win prizes (including a paid trip to Washington, D.C.).

On Jan. 28, state leaders reversed an earlier exemption plan for K-12 schools, ordering 1% and 2% funding cuts that may lower Coeur d'Alene budgets by up to $2M and endanger programs like sports, art, and reading — local officials plan to monitor the impact.

North Idaho College will open its Art Faculty Exhibition Tuesday at the Corner Gallery in Boswell Hall, 1000 W.

Garden Ave, showcasing works by seven faculty members. A panel discussion runs from 1 to 2 p.m. in Todd Lecture Hall, followed by a reception from 2 to 4 p.m.

FirstLight Home Care of Spokane and Coeur d’Alene earned the 2026 Best of Home Care – Provider of Choice Award from Activated Insights, honoring its longstanding commitment to helping clients live safely and comfortably at home.

Co-owner Brad Leggat said the recognition reflects the agency’s daily dedication to compassionate care.

Former Seahawk John Yarno, now a Coeur d'Alene resident, recalled his time as a center with the Seahawks and tough training camp sessions in Seattle, noting a close bond with coach Howard Mudd and memories of challenging games (his journey still inspires local pride).

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.