Daily editionFriday, June 27th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
Community
Coeur d'Alene Garden Club's Journey to the Gardens tour will take place Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—the event will visit six North Idaho gardens with tickets priced at $20 available online or at local nurseries as proceeds support local garden projects.
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Culture
Local nonprofit Emerge will hold its 12th annual Block Party on July 11 from 5 p.m. to midnight on Lakeside Avenue (between First and Second streets and at the Emerge Gallery, 119 N. Second St) where over 145 local artists will display art and perform live, and a ticketed pre-party (July 10 from 7 to 9 p.m.) will offer an artist meet-and-greet.
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The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center will host a free concert by Cd'A Brass X 6 on July 6 at 2:30 p.m. — the group will perform classical pieces, marches and popular favorites for family fun.
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Traveling poet Kevin Devaney writes original poems on his 1923 Royal Model P typewriter—named for actress Geraldine Page—outside Art Spirit Gallery today while his partner Poppy C. offers henna art to passersby; visitors can request custom works by offering tips or donations as the duo stays through after the Fourth of July.
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Education
The Lakeland Joint School Board voted Wednesday night to hire Rusty Taylor as the new superintendent.
Taylor, who came from Naco Elementary School District in Ariz.—he has strong local family ties—says he will work with the board, staff and community to support more than 4,500 students.
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Sports
World champion shot putter Chase Jackson will compete at the Iron Wood Classic in Rathdrum tomorrow against 24 former Olympians — including US record holder DeAnna Price and Olympic silver medalist Annette Echikunwoke.
Jackson aims to break her meet record as she returns to the event that helped launch her top-tier career.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
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.