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Coeur d'Alene
Thursday, August 15th, 2024
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Coeur d'Alene Mayor Jim Hammond, who served since 2021, resigned to move closer to family and will be honored with a farewell party at the Library Community Room. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ The Fort Sherman Chapel, Coeur d’Alene's oldest standing structure since 1880, now maintained by the Museum of North Idaho, serves as an event venue, enhancing its preservation. Coeur d'Alene Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mikki Stevens, founder of the Red Hot Mamas and voice of Pebbles Flintstone, passed away at 76 after a spirited life filled with creativity, community performance, and valiant battles with cancer. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ Smash Mouth, known for their multi-generational appeal and hits like 'All Star,' will perform at the North Idaho State Fair on August 20. Coeur d'Alene Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Coeur d’Alene planning commissioners endorse a new university zoning district to enhance North Idaho College's educational environment, despite opposition. Coeur d'Alene Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. and Canadian officials initiate efforts to address water pollution concerns in Idaho's Kootenai River, spurred by Native American tribes and environmental activists, with a public comment period open until Aug. 27. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ The Bunker Hill Mine in Idaho, closed in 1981 due to an environmental disaster, is set to reopen next year with commitments to responsible mining and community and environmental rehabilitation, while creating over 200 jobs. The Spokesman-Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Incoming Mayor Woody McEvers faces opposition from Coeur d’Alene council members over his plan to nominate a new council member, preferring a public and transparent selection process. Coeur d'Alene Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A routine sports physical uncovered a life-threatening heart condition in high school athlete Max Nelson, leading to two surgeries and an improved heart function, showcasing the importance of medical checks. Coeur d'Alene Press
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