Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

Innovia Foundation has launched its local weaver initiative to honor community builders who bring neighbors together in Kootenai County.

Nominations open June 15 through Aug. 31 & 20 winners will receive $2,500 microgrants at a celebration planned for November.

Mary Ellen Wheeler celebrated her 101st birthday in Hayden on Saturday with family gathered from near and far — including visitors from Reno.

She shared fond memories of the Big Band era and urged everyone to love and be truthful.

Hayden is hosting its seventh annual Dog Days of Summer-Fest on Saturday, June 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stoddard Park (8348 N.

Chateaux Drive) where local vendors and dog demos at noon and 1 p.m. will bring activity and prizes for the first 75 visitors to support Pawfoot Dog Park amenities.

Local school meals are posted on district websites while seniors must call community centers to reserve their lunches on set days; residents should check details for call-in times and transportation options.

On May 19 at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds, 300 high school students gathered for the Youth Water Summit, where winners received scholarships + prizes for projects on local water issues.

The University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene's Idaho Water Resources Research Institute and partners celebrated the work during the Confluence Project.

On Thursday night, Kootenai County officials including Sheriff Bob Norris, Coroner Duke Johnson, and Commissioner Leslie Duncan held a town hall to address rising kratom use as community members discussed safety concerns and potential sales restrictions for those 21+.

Former CdA and WSU standout Kyle Manzardo is showing a comeback with the Guardians after a slow start, raising his pinch hitting performance with seven home runs & 21 RBIs while earning praise from manager Stephen Vogt and guidance from coach Grant Fink.

STR Wealth Builders Conference

8:00 AM - 8:30 PM — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Paid entry — Level up your wealth game with insights from industry experts and networking with like-minded investors.

Wild West Family Fest

1-7 p.m. — Kootenai County Fairgrounds — Free activities — Experience a day of horse activities, BBQ, and live western music for the whole family.

CDA Brew Fest 2026

2-7 p.m. — McEuen Park — Craft brew celebration — Sample the finest local craft brews from North Idaho with an exclusive partnership with Idaho Brewers United.