Tuesday, July 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Coeur d'Alene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local breweries will soon offer special red and blue brews to support firefighter families affected by the Canfield Mountain shootings; brewers met Monday to plan and have already pledged $41,850 from future beer sales. Coeur d'Alene Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 29, a single shotgun blast injured firefighter David Tysdal near Canfield Mountain in a shooting that killed fellow firefighters John Morrison and Frank Harwood—he remains stable in intensive care with a broken collar bone and spinal swelling that limits his movement below his chest. The Spokesman-Review
- ➤ Coeur d’Alene firefighter David Tysdal, 47, remains in the ICU at Kootenai Health after he was shot during an ambush attack on Canfield Mountain on June 29, where battalion chiefs John Morrison and Frank Harwood died, and his injuries—including a damaged collarbone and shattered ribs—will mean a long road to recovery as investigators review the case while residents lend support. Coeur d'Alene Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Idaho's average regular gas price was $3.42 per gallon—17 cents lower than a year ago—while Coeur d'Alene drivers paid about $3.38; AAA noted that fuel prices in 48 states dropped or held steady amid lower crude oil costs and holiday travel. This marks Idaho as the seventh highest priced state for fuel behind several others. Coeur d'Alene Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since April 1, Idaho has faced warm, dry conditions that have worsened water supply issues statewide and prolonged the drought by another year. In Coeur d'Alene, officials noted that June saw only 0.11 inch of rain—with increased water pumping and warnings of possible shortages later in the summer. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ Idaho state waters are meant to be enjoyed by everyone, so landowners must get permits before starting any construction near lakes and rivers—violations can lead to fines and expensive restoration work. Hazardous sediments from past mining practices, especially near the Bunker Hill Superfund Site, add extra risk for wildlife and people. Coeur d'Alene Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Erika Bledsoe, 9, will race in the Hayden Triathlon Saturday (half-mile swim, 12-mile bike, and 3.1-mile run) with help from her three physical therapists at North Idaho Physical Therapy after she made steady progress in her mobility. Her mother and the therapy team say the event marks a special milestone toward Erika’s independence. Coeur d'Alene Press
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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.
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Coeur d'Alene Street Fair
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Downtown Coeur d'Alene — Free entry — Explore over 250 vendors showcasing food, fine art, crafts, and much more at a true street fair experience.
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