Daily editionThursday, July 30th, 2026
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of July.
Community
This weekend, downtown hosts the 34th annual Street Fair with over 250 vendors and free shuttles, and will also feature Taste of Coeur d’Alene and Art on the Green—events that promise live music, local art, and food to draw at least 60,000 visitors.
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Environment
Idaho officials reported that the wolf population fell to 1,129 in 2025 as part of expanded hunting and trapping efforts.
They said the program led to fewer livestock losses and aims to lower the number to roughly 500.
The Spokesman-ReviewRead more
Lifestyle
Local gardeners can shape annuals for the fall season by watering deeply (installing drip timers in hanging baskets costing between $50 and $100) and mulching in-ground plants while waiting until mid-August to resume fertilizing.
Deadheading spent blooms will encourage new flower growth.
The Spokesman-ReviewRead more
Accidents
On Wednesday evening, two helicopters scooped water from Fernan Lake to fight a one-acre fire on Potlatch Hill and crews dug a fire line until darkness halted efforts — no structures were threatened and investigators plan to return Thursday morning.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
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.
Coeur d' Alene Triathlon 2026
Saturday, August 8th, 2026 · 5 AM — City Park — Registration required — Embrace the challenge of a scenic triathlon in beautiful Coeur d'Alene.