Daily editionMonday, May 5th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
Community
On Thursday, Greensferry Elementary students visited the Idaho State Veterans Home in Post Falls to deliver handmade flowers & cards for May Day; veterans such as Ken Siirila and Tom Young expressed gratitude for the thoughtful gesture.
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Environment
Tracy Simmons explained how tending a garden, caring for old chickens and keeping bees helps manage climate anxiety while recent federal cuts to protections affect our local environment—she urged residents to volunteer with efforts to restore native plants and clean local waterways.
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Government
Coeur d’Alene’s new Agricultural Protection Area Commission held its first meeting today and elected Wes Evans as chair—Mike Plante was named vice-chair and bylaws were adopted with a follow-up meeting set for 8 a.m. May 21 at the local water office.
Property owners can protect eligible lands from nonagricultural development for 20 years, with the option to withdraw by notifying the county in writing.
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Sports
Registration for Special Olympics Idaho's Charity Golf Tournament is open with fees of $125 per person or $500 per team at The Links Golf Club on July 25—proceeds will support North Idaho's 350 athletes.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
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.
Coeur d'Alene Marathon, Half, 10K, & 5K
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 · 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
Saturday, May 24th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 · 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.
Breaking Barriers
Monday, June 2nd, 2025 · Join our online auction featuring wonderful gift baskets, with all proceeds supporting Love INC of Kootenai County's efforts to assist local families and individuals. Your bids help us provide essential resources, build community, and offer hope—so spread the word and bid generously!