Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

Companions Animal Center will host its annual Tails at Twilight fundraiser on Sept.

6 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 10275 N. Atlas Road with dinner, music, and auctions. About 250 tickets have been sold and only a few $125 tickets remain before sales close at noon Friday—helping support care for abandoned and abused animals.

The Coeur d’Alene Fire Department reported that fire engineer Dave Tysdal is still recovering from his June 29 shooting on Canfield Mountain—his gunshot wound, clavicle, lungs and arm are improving even though he still cannot move his legs and he has been receiving treatment in a specialty rehab facility since July 15.

Mead teachers and staff voted nearly 97% to authorize a strike if a new contract is not reached by midnight Sunday.

Union and district representatives meet again Friday — a strike could delay school’s start on Tuesday.

A Museum of North Idaho volunteer taught elementary students in the History Summer Camp about steamships on Lake Coeur d'Alene using a photo of the sternwheeler Boneta, which nearly sank when its aft struck the bottom of the St. Joe River on July 17.

The Boneta was built in 1904 and launched on Oct. 23 from Peter W. Johnson’s boat works — more details will be shared in part 2 next month.

Mountain Home filmmaker Andy Anderson is filming his documentary 'We the Public' on public lands across the West including Idaho’s Bruneau Canyon—he plans to raise $500,000 to complete the project for a 2026 release amid ongoing threats to these lands.

Cougar fans learned that Martin Stadium is dry because officials have not approved serving alcohol for Saturday's game against the Vandals—so fans may choose to sneak in alcohol or leave at halftime.

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.

2025 Boats, Bikes, Burgers & Brews

12-6 p.m. — Hagadone Marine Group — Free entry — Celebrate the end of boating season with unbeatable deals on boats, accessories, and local brews.

Jazz Brunch at Ten/6

9 a.m.-11 a.m. & 12 p.m.-2 p.m. — Ten/6 — $10.06 cover — Enjoy live jazz music while savoring a delightful brunch inspired by New Orleans traditions.

Lead Generation that Boosts Conversion Rates

12-2 p.m. — Coeur d'Alene Regional REALTORS — Cost unknown — Gain practical tools to enhance your lead generation conversion rates.

Oktoberfest 2025

9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Downtown Mall — $25-$60 — Sample Oktoberfest-style beers and enjoy entertainment at this vibrant downtown celebration.

Walk, Run, Read

8 AM – 12 PM — City Park — $40 for 10K, $30 for 5K, $20 for 1 Mile, Free for kids — Enjoy a fun-filled morning supporting literacy with various race options for all ages.