Daily editionFriday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
Community
More than 50 people marched from St. Luke’s Episcopal Church to Independence Point on Thursday night—chanting songs celebrating Juneteenth and unity.
Organized by Idaho for All, the Freedom Walk featured longtime residents carrying signs that read "love" and "Happy Independence Day"—a call to embrace diversity in Coeur d'Alene.
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Adelina Mae will bring her 'Girls Just Wanna Have Guns' event to Coeur d'Alene on June 28—women will participate in three hours of dry fire and hands-on training at Fernan Rod and Gun Club to learn safe gun handling for self-defense.
Tickets cost $175 and include goody bags with pink and black essentials.
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Culture
Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre will open its season on June 27 with Hello, Dolly! returning with lead Krista Kubicek as Dolly — the show will run until July 6 at the Schuler Performing Arts Center in Boswell Hall at North Idaho College.
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Local Levity Theatre will host a one-time musical improv show at 7 p.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church (521 E. Lakeside Ave.) and tickets cost $16 for adults and $11 for children (free for kids 5 and younger).
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Panelists met at the Human Rights Education Institute in downtown Coeur d'Alene on Thursday to discuss Juneteenth—marking the end of slavery—and its significance as a day for all Americans, while local leaders noted ongoing efforts to address hate in the community.
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Economy
Gem State Water has submitted a proposal to the Idaho Public Utilities Commission to lower monthly water allowances and raise the per-1,000-gallon rate—customers may face increases of at least 53% to as high as 193% with the changes set to take effect on Aug. 1.
Coeur d'Alene residents should also note that the city is considering its own water rate hikes to support an $84.3 million capital improvement plan.
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Sports
Jon Adams, who was the head coach at Coeur d'Alene High, is now leading the boys basketball program at MODE Prep in Liberty Lake as the school builds a national prep circuit that will compete in tournaments across the country.
The program will have in-person classes at Liberty Launch Academy—players must meet academic and community standards while the coaching staff is being built.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
Dog Days of Summerfest
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 · 11 AM – 2 PM — Stoddard Park — Free entry — Celebrate furry friends with K9 demos, tasty treats, and pet-friendly vendors.
Wilderness Survival Day Camp
Monday, June 23rd, 2025 · 9 AM - 3 PM — Blue Creek Bay Recreation Site — Registration required — Kids learn essential wilderness skills while exploring the great outdoors.
2025 NPC Summer Meeting
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 · June 24-27 — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Registration required — Engage with industry leaders shaping the future of the U.S. potato industry.
Modern Homesteading Conference
Friday, June 27th, 2025 · 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM — New Leaf Nursery — Learn about sustainable living and gardening at this annual community event.
Annual CDA Garden Tour
Sunday, June 29th, 2025 · 10 AM – 3 PM — New Leaf Nursery — Ticket purchase required — Explore stunning local gardens and gather inspiration for your own green space.
Mastermind Session for North Idaho Brokers
Monday, June 30th, 2025 · 10 AM – 12 PM — Best Choice Realty — Free entry — A dynamic, collaborative session for North Idaho brokers to spark fresh ideas and share insights.
Yachtley Crew Concert
Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 · 7 PM — Coeur d'Alene Casino — $35 & Up — Enjoy the smooth tunes of the Titans of Soft Rock at this lively Yacht Rock concert.
Paws & Claws Pet Adoption Event
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 · Companions Animal Center & Oxyfresh Worldwide to sponsor an adoption event on Saturday, July 12, 4-7pm at Vantage Point Brewing Company at 208 E Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr. Come find a new furry friend and enter a raffle for $500 Value Prize Giveaway.