Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

Jeff Heatwole, a Spokane music teacher and single father who posted an open request for women to hike, got thousands of humorous replies along with supportive messages sharing mental health struggles.

He scheduled three hikes and proposed a charity group-hike on Aug. 2—hoping the event will further support mental health care.

Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel has promoted Michelle Whaley to video gaming director today after she worked in many roles since starting in 2013.

Whaley said she uses data to test new games & partners with manufacturers to bring fresh titles & guide player interest.

The Divas will perform 'What She Wants!' tonight at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and they will return on Saturday featuring Sandra Marlowe, Gaye Kruger-Ribble, Carol Davis, Robin Hambey and Caitlin Weber along with Drum Diva Claudia Gallagher presenting a mix of Broadway belters, country classics, jazz standards and pop anthems.

Riverstone Summer Concerts will take place every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. until Aug.

28 at Riverstone Park Amphitheater—featuring local and regional bands, food vendors on site, free parking and on-leash dogs allowed.

Members of the Inland Empire Fly Fishing Club, known as the Liar’s Club, meet at Frankie Doodle’s at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays—where they share fishing tales and plan trips—and hold official evening meetings at the Airport Ramada from September through May.

Organized in 1956 with over 100 members, the club also supports fish conservation and local educational events.

Art Spirit Gallery has partnered with late artist Doug Martindale’s family to honor his memory and support the Idaho Humanities Council by offering his landscape pastel paintings at 50-75% off.

Martindale died in a tragic accident on Feb. 21—proceeds from the sale will fund programs that promote education and culture across Idaho.

Mead’s Haeden Plybon, a 21-year-old driver, won back-to-back races at Evergreen Speedway's Mark Galloway 150 and now he will race in the Super Late Model Summer Showdown this weekend on the .675-mile oval.

He will face top competitors+ including Kevin Harvick’s son while managing tire wear on the aging track with support from his crew.

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.

Coeur d' Alene Triathlon 2025

5 AM — City Park — Check registration for entry fees — Conquer the scenic challenges of this popular triathlon event in beautiful Coeur d'Alene.

Ales for the Trail 2025

3-8 p.m. — City Park — $35-$60 — Enjoy craft beers, food, and live music while supporting the North Idaho Centennial Trail.