Daily editionWednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
Community
On Tuesday morning in rainy, 40-degree weather, volunteers from Second Harvest and St. Vincent de Paul distributed 16,000 pounds of food — including fruits, vegetables, pet food, diapers, and pull-ups — to about 300 families at Lake City High School.
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Government
On Monday, the Senate passed Senate Bill 1198 with a vote of 27-8 to ban DEI in required courses, hiring, admissions and training at public colleges.
The bill now heads to a House committee—lawmakers say these restrictions will check DEI programs— and public universities may see changes in policies.
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In Boise, senators approved the Medicaid budget—Idaho's largest spending measure—on Monday with a 22–13 vote after extended debate.
The $5.2 billion plan has $3.4 billion from the federal government and an extra $674 million for necessary contracts and reforms, and it will go to the House for another vote.
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On Tuesday, Coeur d'Alene City Council tabled changes to require sidewalks for new projects and repairs regardless of distance and to raise the permit threshold from $30,000 to $45,000; council members said the rules need clearer language so homeowners do not face extra costs (staff will revise the proposal next month) (30% of neighborhoods lack sidewalks, leaving pedestrians to walk in streets).
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The Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District office in Fernan is temporarily closed because a broken water line caused the issue–the Forest Service offices in Smelterville and Coeur d'Alene remain open for maps, permits, and customer service.
No reopening date has been provided for the Fernan office.
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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.