Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

Today, a bench made from a fallen maple tree was dedicated at McEuen Park to honor Paul Anderson, a longtime community helper who passed on May 8.

The bench is flanked by a white pine tree and a dogwood tree with large rocks and shrubs around it (a plaque honoring him will be added later), and a celebration is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. July 1 at Hagadone Event Center.

Coeur d'Alene’s Sunrise Rotary Club marked a generational shift on Tuesday as outgoing President Jane Wilkey passed the gavel to incoming President Christopher Dallenbach—Wilkey raised $14,677 in grants and revived a popular fun run during her historic tenure—and the club looks to welcome more young leaders. Wilkey, who became the club’s youngest president at 25, made way for Dallenbach, the second youngest to lead, who brings over 15 years of financial experience.

The Budweiser Clydesdales will visit the North Idaho State Fair in August, and officials announced on June 17 that the horses will make several appearances to support the fair’s Keeping Tradition Alive theme — a sign of a community celebration of heritage.

The eighth annual Hayden Lake Classic Boat Show will take place Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hayden Lake Marina in front of the Boathouse restaurant and will feature antique and classic mahogany speed boats of different shapes and sizes.

The Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District will also offer information on its water quality efforts—free and open to the public.

Coeur d’Alene Public Library trustees voted Wednesday to dissolve a regional library consortium—final decision will come in July.

Rathdrum City Council approved Hayden Homes' request to rezone the 127-acre Arestad property on Wednesday night, paving the way for nearly 500 new homes to be built over the next six to eight years.

The homebuilder will make traffic improvements—such as funding a roundabout up to $150,000—and address fixes outlined in the traffic study.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture said on June 25 it will end federal rules that stop logging and road building on national forests, but Idaho’s Roadless Rule still restricts development on 9.3 million acres.

The state law, made in 2008 to replace an older rule, is backed by conservation groups, tribal leaders, and state officials—seeking to balance forest safety with economic use.

New Edge Living now owns CDA National Reserve and is planning a $165 million project that offers new homesites starting at $535,000 and residences from about $2.5 million; the first homes will have reservations open July 3 this summer.

The project will add a new clubhouse, a renovated golf course, outdoor trails plus a health program with local Clinic 5C to support wellness.

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.