Daily editionFriday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
Community
During a ceremony on Thursday morning at Silver Lake Mall, Marine veteran Joseph Lowe, who survived a 2005 tank explosion, shared his story to honor 9/11 victims and fallen servicemembers.
Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris urged the community to come together as they work through the pain from recent local tragedies — a call for unity that resonates widely.
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First responders and local leaders took part in the annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb near the Wallace Pool on Thursday morning to mark 24 years since Sept. 11.
More than 100 participants, including local officials, climbed 111 flights of stairs — raising funds for the Jeff Welch Memorial Foundation and calling for unity after the recent tragedy on Canfield Mountain.
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Twelve years after reuniting at Park Inn following a funeral for classmate Patty, women from the Marycliff class of 1975 meet monthly to share memories and support—43 members have RSVP'd for their 50th reunion on Sept. 13.
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Culture
The NoID Film Festival will have a booth at Rotary Centennial Park during the ArtWalk tonight from 5—8 p.m. in downtown Coeur d'Alene where local filmmaker Caden Butera will meet visitors.
The festival returns Sept. 25—27 with screenings and a special showing of Recollection at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 26 at Regal Cinema Riverstone.
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The Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene announced that its fourth annual production of Handel’s Messiah will have new conductor Yevgeniy Grechko—replacing Maestro Kent Kimball—at the Schuler Performing Arts Center on North Idaho College campus.
The matinee concert is at 3 p.m. on November 16 and tickets will be available soon.
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Hayden Cinema is running movies Sept. 12-18 with $6.50 matinees, $8.50 nights, and $5 Tuesday pricing—titles include Toy Story, Downton Abbey: Grand Finale, The Long Walk, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, The Conjuring: Last Rites, Light of the World, Freakier Friday, Bad Guys 2, The Senior, and Him with various morning and evening showtimes. The schedule offers multiple screening times on Friday, Saturday, and Thursday to meet different viewing needs.
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Government
City staff in Post Falls now use a CCTV tractor camera — a tool that shows problems in the 194 miles of sewer line before they lead to major issues.
The system moves 2.8 million gallons each day and helps pinpoint blockages like roots or rocks that can cause disruption.
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Real Estate
The North Idaho Building Contractors Association's Parade of Homes will begin Saturday to celebrate local builders by showcasing 13 homes in Kootenai County.
Tickets cost $10 and the event runs (11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday) with a return on Sept. 19, 20, and 21 featuring adjusted schedules.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
2025 Boats, Bikes, Burgers & Brews
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 · 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
Sunday, September 14th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 · 12-2 p.m. — Coeur d'Alene Regional REALTORS — Cost unknown — Gain practical tools to enhance your lead generation conversion rates.
Oktoberfest 2025
Friday, September 19th, 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
Saturday, September 20th, 2025 · 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.
2025 INW Catholic Men's Retreat
Friday, October 3rd, 2025 · 3 PM – 1 PM — Camp Lutherhaven — Various packages available — Engage with inspiring talks and spiritual renewal amid beautiful natural surroundings.
Carnival of the Animals Concert
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 · 3:00–6:00 p.m. — NIC Boswell Hall / Schuler Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience a whimsical musical journey through Saint-Saëns' celebration of 14 enchanting creatures.
Authentic Hawaiian Luau
Saturday, October 11th, 2025 · 5-8:30 p.m. — St. Pius X Hospitality Center — Check event page for cost — Experience great food, live music, and captivating hula dancers.
Boundless Love
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 · Join us for a joyful evening of generosity and community at our 3rd Annual Boundless Love Banquet, featuring a delicious dinner, silent auction, raffle baskets, and stories of lives changed through the work of Love In the Name of Christ (Love INC). Come be part of our mission to break the cycle of poverty in Kootenai County by equipping local churches to serve neighbors in need with dignity and hope. The event will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Coeur d’Alene Bible Church, with doors opening at 5:30 PM and the program running from 6:00–8:00 PM. Tickets are $50 per person, so reserve your seat today and be part of something truly impactful—because love in action changes everything.