Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

Hair Etc. salon, which opened on April 1, 1975, now marks 50 years at the corner of Francis and Nevada.

Shawna Rieper runs the busy shop—filled with cherished antiques and long-time stylists—and continues the legacy of her parents after Tom passed away in 2022.

Northwest Improv Fest returns for its second year — running from Thursday through April 5 at Blue Door Theatre and Bing Crosby Theater and featuring national and local improv groups alongside hands-on workshops led by artists including Noah Johnson and Jim Mohr.

Moody's Ratings upgraded North Idaho College’s outlook to stable and assigned it Baa1 issuer and revenue bond ratings, noting $8 million in total debt outstanding as of June 30.

NIC President Nick Swayne said he is encouraged by the decision—pointing to the new board's strong fiscal policies that resolved past governance issues.

Coeur d'Alene’s Design Review Commission approved a 57-unit townhouse project proposed by Blue Fern Development on a four-acre site south of Lacrosse Avenue with river views on Thursday.

The plan includes two- and three-bedroom units plus 124 parking stalls and was approved with three conditions—parking signage, screening for a common trash area, and adherence to the approved design; construction is expected to begin in about one year.

On-Site Tour at Affinity at Coeur d'Alene

Explore the variety of amenities offered at Affinity at Coeur d'Alene, a highly-rated senior living community, during this comprehensive on-site tour.

I-Lake Country Intergroup Annual Spring Retreat

Friday 3 p.m. — Camp Lutherhaven — $275 full weekend or $178 day pass — Focus on recovery and utilizing OA tools for a transformative experience.

Winefest

2-6 p.m. — Downtown Coeur d'Alene — Cost varies — Savor the finest wines from regional wineries in pop-up tasting rooms.

StanCraft Boats Experience: The Legacy

1-3:30 p.m. — StanCraft Boat Manufacturing Facility — Informal happy hour available — Discover the rich history and craftsmanship of iconic wooden boats at StanCraft's tour and presentation.

Easter Egg Extravaganza

1-2:10 p.m. — Q'emiln Park — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with egg hunts and a chance to meet the Easter Bunny in a fun family atmosphere.

Easter Brunch Cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene

Brunch Cruise — 12-2 p.m. — Lake Coeur d'Alene Cruises — Celebrate Easter with a chef-prepared buffet and scenic views on the sparkling waters.

Spring Dash

8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — McEuen Park — From $90 — Participate in a fun-filled day of races including a 5K, 10K, and half-marathon.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Hub Sports Center — Cost varies — Improve your shooting skills and offensive techniques to stand out on the court.