Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

Specialized Needs Recreation's Gems & Jeans fundraiser will take place Sept.

17 at Cherry Hill Park at the future site of its new recreation center, offering dinner (by Beacon Hill Catering), auctions, games, raffles, and personal stories to boost recreation programs for individuals with disabilities.

North Idaho Toys for Tots needs help finding a permanent facility — the nonprofit is seeking a 10,000 sqft space with climate controls and parking to secure its toy collection and volunteer work away from the temporary Kootenai County Fairgrounds location.

Coeur d'Alene Regional Chamber President Linda Coppess thanked volunteers, sponsors and public agencies for their hard work behind the Fourth of July celebration, which drew over 75,000 visitors and boosted local businesses.

The community showed its strength in planning and support (record turnout).

Hannah Wheeler is in her second year of a three-year residency at Kootenai Health, where she is expanding her family medicine skills and reconnecting with her Coeur d’Alene roots to help meet rural care needs in local communities.

DEQ and Panhandle Health District warn that harmful algal blooms may make local waters discolored and unsafe—residents and pet owners are urged to avoid suspicious water and follow posted advisories at boat launches.

About 400 men and women raced in the Hayden triathlon on Saturday at Honeysuckle Beach (with Orem’s Zach Erikson finishing first in 1:09:14 and Coeur d'Alene native Chauntae Peterson winning the women’s race in 1:18:01).

Auction and Gala: Midsummer Night’s Dream

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

6-10 p.m. — Black Lodge — $10 — Experience an evening of energetic alternative rock and indie folk from local bands in downtown CDA.

Coeur d’Alene Art Auction: Fine Western & American Art

3:00 p.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Art Auction — Admission varied — Experience outstanding works by renowned Western and American artists in a prestigious auction setting.

Thrive with 365 Regional Conference

8 a.m. — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Registration fee applicable — Level up your real estate skills and network with industry professionals in a stunning North Idaho location.

Annual Downtown Coeur d'Alene Street Fair

All day — Downtown Coeur d'Alene — Free entry — Experience 250 exhibitors and a vibrant community atmosphere at this three-day street fair.

Coeur d' Alene Triathlon 2026

5 AM — City Park — Registration required — Embrace the challenge of a scenic triathlon in beautiful Coeur d'Alene.