Daily editionTuesday, July 7th, 2026
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of July.
Community
Barbara Miller’s group lost most of a $250,000 EPA grant meant for a lead health clinic and community outreach when its fiscal sponsor, SIMBA+disbarred attorney Robin Haynes, canceled the funding.
Miller said she will keep working to secure needed support for Silver Valley residents.
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Joe Gately is holding an estate sale every Friday and Saturday until September from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. outside the Wilderness Inn in Loon Lake, where he is selling 5,000 model airplanes his family has collected since the 1950s.
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Business
Long Ear record store closed its doors at Government Way on Friday after 41 years, leaving behind strong community memories.
Owners Terry and Deon Borchard held a final Whamfest on July 3 — a tribute to a vinyl resurgence that defined the store's legacy.
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Government
Idaho’s SNAP work requirements went into effect in April and now require most able-bodied recipients to work or volunteer for a minimum of 80 hours monthly to keep receiving benefits.
The updated rules affect veterans, people facing homelessness, and young people aging out of foster care.
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Health
Vitalant says the supply of type O blood has dropped to a two-year low since May and urges donors—especially those with type O—to schedule appointments at its Coeur d'Alene center or join local drives to help meet urgent needs for lifesaving transfusions.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
CDA Brew Fest 2026
Saturday, July 11th, 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.
Auction and Gala: Midsummer Night’s Dream
Thursday, July 16th, 2026 · Come enjoy a beautiful summer evening supporting Lake City Playhouse! Witness mural unveiling, enjoy delicious dinner, and appreciate some musical performances from local theater standouts while supporting the playhouse and their vision to provide an educational center for the performing arts!
Nate Fate & The Buckley Storms Concert
Saturday, July 18th, 2026 · 6-10 p.m. — Black Lodge — $10 — Experience an evening of energetic alternative rock and indie folk from local bands in downtown CDA.
Fine Western & American Art Auction
Saturday, July 25th, 2026 · 3 p.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Art Auction — Bidding required — Experience a prestigious auction featuring exceptional Western and American art pieces.
Thrive with 365 Regional Conference
Monday, July 27th, 2026 · 8 a.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Registration costs not specified — Level up your skills and network with industry peers in stunning North Idaho.
Annual Downtown Coeur d'Alene Street Fair
Friday, July 31st, 2026 · All day — Downtown Coeur d'Alene — Free entry — Experience 250 exhibitors and a vibrant community atmosphere at this three-day street fair.