Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
🏘️ Community
Volunteers are invited to help repair Tubbs Hill on Friday, April 3 at 8:30 a.m. at East Tubbs Hill Park, where they will move rocks, rake surfaces, and reposition logs + complete additional trail work.
All ages and skill levels are welcome.
A weekend series offers ten affordable outings, including a local vintage market at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds in Coeur d'Alene.
The events on Friday and Saturday include markets, art shows, craft fairs and a Minecraft movie at regional sites (all for under $10, with free entry for most).
💼 Business
Hagadone Media Group acquired Keokee Publishing assets including Sandpoint Magazine and related media products as founder Chris Bessler begins his retirement transition.
Bessler will assist during the change while Hagadone plans to publish the titles and expand print + digital platforms.
🎭 Culture
Carl Richardson arranged over 60 art pieces for a Terrain Gallery fundraiser Friday that features over 50 works priced at $200 each to help cover gallery costs.
The event allows local artists to showcase their work & support the gallery's future.
A Little Princess, a new stage adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic, opens Friday at Lake City Playhouse and runs through Apr.
12 (directed by Jolena Long).
🎓 Education
North Idaho College reported a 7.1% jump this spring to 4,570 students from Kootenai County, with full-time enrollment rising 17.1% and dual-credit students increasing 13%.
Registration for summer and fall courses is underway + the college will launch its Cardinal Classic track this fall.
NIC student Claire Greenwood was named to the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society’s All-USA Academic Team and will receive a $3,000 scholarship at the PTK Catalyst event on Friday, Mar.
27 in Baltimore. She is NIC’s first honoree and earned a $2,750 scholarship as a New Century Transfer Pathway Scholar.
🌲 Environment
Avista is flying a helicopter for natural resource surveys today and tomorrow as part of environmental monitoring over the Spokane River watershed.
Helicopter flights from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. may be seen over areas including Lake Coeur d'Alene & nearby river sites.
🏥 Health
Flu cases remain steady in North Idaho as influenza, COVID and RSV continue affecting patients, according to Dr. Anthony Rehil-Crest at Heritage Health.
He reported over 5,000 flu cases this season with eight deaths and urged vaccinations, especially for older adults, to reduce risk.
🎉 Coeur d'Alene Events
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Family Egg Hunt
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
2-4 p.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Register early — Experience dynamic speakers, networking, and a cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene.
Winefest Celebration
1-6 p.m. — Downtown Coeur d'Alene — Tasting fees apply — Savor fine wines while exploring delightful downtown shops.
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