Daily editionWednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
Business
Frontier Airlines began ultra-low fare flights from Spokane International yesterday to Denver — these are the first flights from Spokane since September 2021.
The promotion offers fares as low as $59 for three weekly nonstop trips, but tickets must be purchased by 8:59 p.m. on Monday with a 21-day advanced purchase required and no travel on July 3 or July 6.
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Local companies in Hayden and Sandpoint are refurbishing a Black Hawk helicopter for civilian use, with North Idaho Aircraft Refinishing handling the paint job—Jared Thompson said the project is drawing attention from the military community.
The work will prepare the helicopter and two others for use in a firefighting fleet in Kern County.
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Education
Lake City High School Principal Deanne Clifford recalled 2011 graduation as the highlight of her 30-year career when a valedictorian presented her with a plaque on May 9, and she praised the strong bond among students, staff, and administrators.
She will retire in July and plans to spend more time with her family and pursue personal interests including writing and kayaking on Lake Pend Oreille.
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Government
Coeur d'Alene voters approved a $16.4M, 10-year bond on Tuesday night to fund upgrades for the fire department—achieving 74.87% support when a 66 2/3% supermajority was required.
Fire Chief Tom Greif said the funds will rebuild Station No. 2, upgrade Station No. 1, expand Station No. 3, and replace eight aging fire trucks.
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Memorial Day ceremonies will be held on May 26 across Kootenai and Shoshone counties—events include a wreath-laying at Honeysuckle Beach in Hayden with a boat launch closure from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and remembrance services at Evergreen and Pinegrove Cemeteries in Post Falls and Rathdrum.
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Luke Sommer, Karina Angiletta, and Cynthia Clark won seats on the Kootenai Hospital District board — Sommer will serve four years while Angiletta and Clark will serve six years after Angiletta led with 34.29% and Clark edged David Bobbitt by 353 votes, even though the board now has no assets or operations. Elsewhere, Carol Rassier and Sarah Loader won seats on the Greenferry Water and Sewer District Board, which operates wells and serves about 1,000 people across the Spokane River from Post Falls.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
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!
Pressed Flower and Leaf Stationery Workshop
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 · 5:30-7 p.m. — New Leaf Nursery — All supplies included — Learn to create beautiful notecards and art using fresh flowers and leaves.