Daily editionSunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
Community
Terry Gurno (65) launched Unyielding Hope to offer coaching and mentoring for people facing hardships and invites community members to The Night of Hope at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Prairie Falls Golf Club.
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The Coeur d'Alene Firefighter Pipes and Drums Band is raising funds for travel to May and September memorial events (targeting $15,000 in total) to honor fallen firefighters John Morrison and Frank Harwood (with a $5,000 donation already received).
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Coeur d’Alene Elks Lodge 1254 will host a dinner, silent auction, and fundraiser this Saturday, March 14 at 6:00 p.m. at 1170 W Prairie Ave to honor law enforcement officers in Kootenai County; the event will recognize Officers of the Year and support gear purchases (donations have exceeded $25,000).
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Culture
Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities and the Sorensen Theater Team present 'James and the Giant Peach' (6:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday in the school gym), a free musical production performed by nearly 60 students that brings a classic tale to life.
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Education
Chairman Chief Allan announced that for the fifth year the Tribe will match each $1,000 scholarship contributed by local businesses through the Chamber Education Committee’s annual program + support two graduating seniors per scholarship.
The effort reflects a longstanding commitment to boost education in the community.
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Environment
Kootenai Environmental Alliance hosts the third annual North Idaho Green Summit on March 21 at First Presbyterian Church on Lakeside and 6th.
Avista sponsors free coffee, pastries & charcuterie while local experts share updates on environmental projects and sustainable solutions from 8:00 a.m. to noon.
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Wildlife biologist Mark Vekasy said killdeer arrive in spring and can be seen in fields, parks & parking lots as they nest.
They perform a broken-wing act to distract predators so locals may spot these quirky birds in open areas.
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Sports
The Gonzaga Prep girls basketball seniors fell 66-61 to Woodinville in the state 4A fourth-place game at Tacoma Dome Saturday — Aylah Cornwall led with 26 points and 10 rebounds as her team battled for every possession but missed a final chance in the closing seconds.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
Jazz Ambassadors Concert by the U.S. Army
Thursday, March 12th, 2026 · 7:30-9 p.m. — NIC Boswell Hall / Schuler Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Experience an evening of diverse jazz performances from America's premier military band.
NIBCA Home and Garden Show
Friday, March 13th, 2026 · Fri 12-6 p.m. — New Leaf Nursery — Free entry — Explore the latest trends in home and garden design with expert seminars and hands-on activities.
AKA Spring Open 2026
Saturday, March 21st, 2026 · 8 AM – 5 PM — The Courts at Real Life — Registration required — Join for a day of competitive matches in the AKA Spring Open.
Perk It Up Speed Networking
Monday, March 23rd, 2026 · 9-11 a.m. — The Salvation Army Kroc Center — Not specified — Boost your connections and energy with quick chats at this engaging networking event.
Family Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4th, 2026 · 11 a.m. — Museum of North Idaho — Half price for adults, free for kids under 12 — An exciting day filled with crafts, activities, and local vendors for all ages.