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Saturday, August 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Coeur d'Alene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Adam Schluter, a professional photographer and founder of Hello from a Stranger, started Monday Night Dinner at his Coeur d'Alene home eight years ago to share meals and live music with new friends. He plans to hold dinners worldwide (flying to Japan at the end of September) and release a second book sharing lessons from connecting with people in 21 countries. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ Hundreds lined up on Friday at The Well-Read Moose to meet Shasta Groene and Gregg Olsen and get their copies of their new book signed. The event broke sales records with over 500 copies sold and offered a chance for community members to share in Shasta’s inspiring journey from hardship to healing — a moment that brought both support and connection. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ Families across Kootenai County are invited to attend the inaugural Childcare and Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 23 at the Salvation Army Kroc Center—1765 W. Golf Course Road in Coeur d’Alene. Organized by the North Idaho Early Learning Collaborative and United Way of North Idaho, the free event will connect families with local child care providers and community resources. Coeur d'Alene Press
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Del Simchuk and Luis Tovar run the back area at St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho where they set prices for untagged items and offer half-price discounts on Wednesdays and 50%-off deals on Saturdays. Their friendly banter with shoppers creates a lively atmosphere for bargain hunting—pricing deals like $15 for a chair and $5 for a bike helmet prompt quick negotiations—drawing regular customers to the store. Coeur d'Alene Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Coeur d’Alene man, Stephen Scouller, faces a battery charge after he allegedly flicked water from his hose at a neighbor on July 30—she got wet and called the police after months of tension, and he plans to fight the citation. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ Adam D. Tyler, a 35-year-old man, pleaded guilty in May for sending messages to an undercover officer acting as a teen girl in an April sting and was sentenced to 10 years in prison with parole after four years — local and Boise police led the sting named Operation Spring Break. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ Police responded to a fight near Riverfront Park Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. on the 800 block of West Spokane Falls Boulevard—one man was stabbed repeatedly, later died in hospital, and a suspect fled to the Post Street Bridge where he threatened suicide before surrendering at 10:15 p.m. The Spokesman-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Gov. Brad Little authorized up to 14 National Guard personnel to support ICE beginning Friday and continuing until Nov. 15 + he said the move will strengthen public safety and national security. Coeur d'Alene Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Huckleberry season has begun on public lands and private sites near Coeur d'Alene as pickers report abundant berries with rates of 1.5 gallons an hour. Officials at national forests and state parks advise visitors to follow personal use limits and safety rules—ensuring everyone can enjoy the wild harvest. The Spokesman-Review
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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.
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Josh Turner Concert
6:15-9:00 p.m. — Kootenai County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the soulful melodies of country star Josh Turner as he performs live on his tour.
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NIC Color Fun Run
1–4 p.m. — North Idaho College — Free for students and youth, $20 for others — Enjoy a vibrant, untimed run with live music and food trucks.
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Gem State Stampede Rodeo
1-10 a.m. — Kootenai County Fairgrounds — Check website for pricing — Experience thrilling rodeo action and unforgettable entertainment at this local favorite.
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Jen McKenna Paddle and Run 5.0
8 AM – 12 PM — Higgens Point — Entry fee applies — Experience an active day of paddling and running in the scenic Coeur d'Alene area.
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