Daily editionWednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
Community
Best Life Photography reported that Pooch Playoffs 2026 raised about $1,600 for Companions Animal Center as the event united pet lovers and local businesses; Loki (of Emma Hinebaugh) won Ulti-Mutt Cutie and advanced to the international vote-off on April 5.
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Culture
The Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber will host a Fourth of July celebration honoring 250 years with a Heroes Parade at 10 a.m. from 15th Street on Sherman Avenue, followed by City Park festivities and Lake fireworks.
Nominations for a grand marshal and VIP tickets are available.
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State treasurer Julie Ellsworth, known as Creator-Tater, transformed the potato mascot into Spud Revere for America 250; her spud ambassadors toured North Idaho — stopping in Sandpoint, Priest River and Coeur d'Alene — and visitors signed a replica Declaration at the state capitol.
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Economy
On Monday, Idaho drivers paid an average $4.31 a gallon, up six cents since last week and nearly a dollar above last year, as global unrest in the Strait of Hormuz constrained supply (Coeur d'Alene reported a lower price of $4.11).
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Education
North Idaho College Foundation is hosting its 33rd annual Really BIG Raffle to support student success.
The $150 tickets—only 5,000 available—give entrants a chance to win a Post Falls home under construction, a 2026 vehicle, gift cards, and early bird prizes if purchased by April 30.
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The Lakeland School Board will review proposed superintendent policy changes tightening oversight and communication requirements at its meeting today at 6 at the district office (15506 N. Washington St., Rathdrum).
The draft (prepared after an April 6 committee meeting) is the final agenda item.
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Environment
At Tuesday’s Breakfast Connect at the Hagadone Event Center, Isabel Davis of the Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center discussed low snowpack and recent rainfall changes, urging caution amid wildfire concerns.
Todd Kiesbuy of Avista explained grid hardening & a potential public safety power shutoff to lower fire risks.
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Government
Governor Brad Little signed a proclamation today encouraging students to join or start Club America chapters (a program by Turning Point USA) in high schools across Idaho (supporting free exchange of ideas and civic engagement).
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Sports
KYRO is adding a second NHL-sized rink at Frontier Ice Arena to boost skating sports for all ages.
The $5.3 million project has secured $1.7 million so far and construction, which began today, is expected to be largely complete by fall.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
Winefest Celebration
Saturday, April 18th, 2026 · 1-6 p.m. — Downtown Coeur d'Alene — Tasting fees apply — Savor fine wines while exploring delightful downtown shops.
Two for the Apocalypse Concert
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 · 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.
History Hour with Jeff Snell
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026 · 5:30-6:30 p.m. — Coeur d'Alene Public Library — Free entry — Dive into the captivating history of the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office with Detective Jeff Snell.