Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

Open House at Stunning Dalton Gardens Home

12-3 p.m. — 1831 E Dalton Ave, Dalton Gardens, ID — Contact for pricing — Explore a beautiful single-story home designed for entertaining with luxurious features and spacious living.

Wilderness Survival Day Camp

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

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

7:00 AM – 5:30 PM — New Leaf Nursery — Learn about sustainable living and gardening at this annual community event.

Hello, Dolly! Presented by Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre

2 p.m. — NIC Boswell Hall / Schuler Performing Arts Center — G-rated — Experience the delightful musical comedy that celebrates romance and humor through unforgettable songs and lively dance.

Mastermind Session for North Idaho Brokers

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

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

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.