Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

The Queen Esther Order of the Eastern Star Chapter No. 12 will host a scholarship car show at Majestic Park in Rathdrum on May 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.—car entrants will pay $30 to compete in categories including best rat rod, best truck, people’s choice and ladies’ choice while funds raise local student scholarships.

Forty North Idaho professionals were honored Wednesday at the Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn for their talent—awardees ranged from local business owners to innovators.

Dalton Cone from The North Spork said he felt inspired by the recognition and the responsibility to aim high.

William O. Eyle, a Lapwai man aged 21, pleaded guilty to second degree murder for shooting Elias A.

Spencer five times in May on the Nez Perce Reservation — Judge Amanda K. Brailsford sentenced him to 19 years in federal prison with five years of supervised release.

A federal judge on Tuesday extended a preliminary injunction that stops Idaho from enforcing two new immigration crimes—illegal entry and illegal reentry—as the ACLU of Idaho argued the law violates due process and federal law; the law was signed by Governor Brad Little on March 27 and took effect immediately.

Last Wednesday, leaders from Coeur d'Alene, Rathdrum and Kellogg met at the Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel for the Idaho Rural Success Summit to discuss downtown challenges and plans for renewal.

The speakers outlined strategies to boost local identity—such as new street painting in Coeur d’Alene and a plan to add 30% more parking in Rathdrum—showing that each community is taking steps to improve its downtown area.

Today, Post Falls Urban Renewal Agency Commissioner Len Crosby flagged House Bill 436 as a potential issue, warning it could cut the agency’s tax increment potential by 18—20% in existing districts.

Executive Director Joseph Johns said the bill lets city councils close districts without considering unpaid infrastructure obligations and that the agency will monitor its impact.

Alan Liere’s report for today details fishing conditions with rising water levels on the St. Joe River and steady kokanee catches at Dworshak Reservoir, while local anglers can also expect improved walleye bites ahead of the Meseberg Memorial Classic.

The report notes that Idaho’s spring chinook season has begun and fall hunt applications for deer, elk and other species are now open — offering updated opportunities for both anglers and hunters.

Transformational Cutting Techniques for Women

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

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.

Coeur d'Alene Marathon, Half, 10K, & 5K

7:00 AM — McEuen Park, Coeur d'Alene — Registration required — Experience breathtaking views of Lake Coeur d’Alene while participating in a range of running events.

CDA Marathon

9:30 PM – 11:59 PM — McEuen Park — Registration fees apply — Experience the thrill of running at the CDA Marathon with events for all levels from marathon to 5K.

I-90 Aerospace Corridor Conference & Expo

11 AM - 3 PM & 7 AM - 3 PM — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Fees vary — Discover an integrated network of aerospace companies and learn about regional opportunities.

Coeur d'Alene Rock & Gem Show

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Kootenai County Fairgrounds — Admission costs vary — Explore a dazzling array of gems, minerals, and jewelry at this vibrant showcase.