Daily editionMonday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
Community
The Greater Coeur d'Alene Community Foundation donated $10K to the Idaho Gives Community Prize Pool during the Nonprofit Regional Impact Summit in Coeur d'Alene.
Eligible nonprofits that reach 100% board giving during Idaho Gives will receive prizes as part of efforts to encourage community generosity—nonprofits can register from May 4-7.
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Education
Venture Academy launched the Scrappy Pets project today using recycled fabric to sew stuffed animals that will comfort children receiving services at Safe Passage & nearby centers.
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Sports
The Idaho men’s basketball team earned a No. 15 seed on Sunday and will face Houston on Thursday at 7:10 p.m. PST in Oklahoma City (their first NCAA Tournament run since 1990).
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Accidents
Early Sunday morning in Post Falls, a fire damaged The River Church when firefighters battled the blaze until about 11:30 a.m. and the investigation into the cause began.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
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.
NAWIC Pacific Northwest Forum
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026 · 2-4 p.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Register early — Experience dynamic speakers, networking, and a cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene.