Daily editionSunday, March 30th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 30th of March.
Community
Vietnam veteran Stan Inzer spoke at the Idaho State Veterans Home on Saturday morning, sharing his hard lessons from service overseas and the tough welcome he received at home.
The event marked the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War and DAR members gave out lapel pins — symbols of honor — to remind all of the cost of freedom.
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Environment
A greenish frog with a black mask began calling for mates in late March, starting the Pacific treefrog mating season.
Experts say the calls will grow louder in fields, ditches and parks across the Inland Northwest as the season peaks in April and May—reminding locals that spring is truly here.
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Government
About 500 people attended a town hall meeting at Candlelight Christian Fellowship in Coeur d'Alene where 10 legislators answered written questions on issues ranging from property taxes to chemtrails — Rep. Vito Barbieri explained that cloud seeding is controlled by the FAA and not a state matter — while the meeting remained orderly with ample security.
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Health
Coeur d'Alene nurse Rachel Cieply-Peters had successful brain surgery on Thursday in South Carolina to remove a benign tumor — she now faces memory challenges as she recovers while her husband Tyrell Peters and her mother-in-law help care for her 3-year-old son Russell.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
I-Lake Country Intergroup Annual Spring Retreat
Friday, April 4th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, April 5th, 2025 · 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
Monday, April 14th, 2025 · 1-3:30 p.m. — StanCraft Wood Boats — Informal happy hour follows the tour — Discover the legacy of hand-crafted wooden boats at this immersive open house event.
Spring Festival
Saturday, April 19th, 2025 · 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. — New Leaf Nursery — Free admission — Enjoy egg hunting, food treats, and crafts in a vibrant spring setting.
Easter Brunch Cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene
Sunday, April 20th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, April 26th, 2025 · 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
Sunday, April 27th, 2025 · 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Hub Sports Center — Cost varies — Improve your shooting skills and offensive techniques to stand out on the court.