Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

After a March 10 article highlighted a funding shortfall for the Coeur d'Alene Backpack Program, local donations have raised about $55,000 of the $100,000 needed to keep feeding nearly 700 students during weekends and holidays.

Stephanie Vichinsky, founder of Method K9 in Post Falls, has earned respect for training dogs with severe behavior challenges and a global client base.

She will speak at conferences in July at St. Charles + in August at Newport Beach to share her expertise.

Churches in North Idaho prepare for Easter celebrations with special services and communal meals that honor Jesus’ resurrection (a symbol of hope and renewal).

Many congregations plan early gatherings to mark this important holiday.

Marie Aripa, a Coeur d'Alene Tribal Member, was named the 2025-2026 Tribal College Student of the Year by the American Indian College Fund at a March 15 ceremony in Bismarck, N.D.

She earned an associate degree from Salish Kootenai College and will complete her bachelor's in business administration this June.

A local builder shares easy advice on preventing bathroom mold by urging residents to quickly dry showers after use.

He recommends using a squeegee and towel to remove water (tips shared online) so mold and mildew do not have what they need to grow.

Work on over 100 attainable homes will start this year on a nine acre site near Seltice Way, with houses expected by summer at the Atlas Mill project.

City officials say the design will help local workers even as plans for HOA fees are still being discussed.

Local realtors say the spring home market now favors buyers as rising mortgage rates and oil prices add to unsold listings, and sellers across Coeur d'Alene and nearby counties are advised to lower prices to attract buyers.

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.

Two for the Apocalypse Concert

7 PM – 1 AM — Black Lodge — Cost information not provided — Experience haunting tales and heartfelt harmonies with acoustic renditions of classic country and rock tunes.