Daily editionFriday, April 18th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
Community
The Autism Society of Idaho is hosting the Walk for Autism Acceptance on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds with a 5K walk or run, a micro walk, an Easter egg hunt, raffles and a resource fair.
Registration for the 5K costs ($45 including a shirt and a medal) while the micro walk is free (offering no registration fee).
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The Vine Church held its Faith in Action Day at Croffoot Park in Hayden to clean up new soccer fields—the event is one of several service projects since the church began in Coeur d’Alene in 2017.
Pastor Kevin Schultz said the project shows the church’s ongoing care for the local community.
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Culture
The North Idaho State Fair announced that Midland will perform during the Party in the Dirt Concert Series on Aug. 18 at Findlay Arena — special guest Mackenzie Carpenter will join the show and tickets are now on sale.
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Local playwrights debut three full-length productions at Stage Left Theater's New Works Showcase, with Boxes running today through Sunday + Don't Cry for Them booked from April 25 through 27 and Tiny Musical from May 2 through 4.
The event marks the first time the theater presents full-length works by local writers and features sets by Technical Director James Landsiedel.
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Government
Rep. Jordan Redman of Coeur d'Alene brought back his immigration bill as House Bill 135, and it passed the Legislature and was signed by Gov. Brad Little on April 3; the law will take effect on July 1.
At least seven immigration bills were introduced this session and some stalled—others did not get a hearing—while health experts raised concerns about possible impacts on care.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
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.
Transformational Cutting Techniques for Women
Monday, May 5th, 2025 · 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — SalonCentric — Registration required — Enhance cutting skills and learn to transform looks through expert techniques.
TAILSPawlooza - Healthy Pet Fair & Dogs-N-Friends Fun Run/Walk
Saturday, May 10th, 2025 · 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Entry fee applies — Celebrate health and fun with your furry friends in this entertaining run/walk event.