Daily editionSaturday, August 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of August.
Community
Spirit Lake held its first Coffee with the Chief at City Hall on Wednesday — a new forum for residents to share concerns with Police Chief Michael Morlan.
City leaders plan to hold these sessions quarterly to address local issues like speeding and neighborhood safety.
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Culture
The North Idaho State Fair opened Friday at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds and runs through Aug. 30, drawing thousands with food + music, rides and exhibits that honor over a century of tradition.
The event offers family-friendly activities and special ceremonies for fairgoers of all ages.
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The North Idaho State Fair opened Friday and runs through Aug. 30 + offering food, rides, and arts that bring neighbors together and celebrate the spirit of our community.
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Education
On Monday, the Coeur d’Alene School Board passed a resolution to send two portables—each with two classrooms—to the Inchelium School District to help students after fire damage, with Inchelium covering transport costs and removal set before the new school year.
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