Daily editionFriday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
Community
A petition has been launched to pause demolition of the old Museum of North Idaho home at 115 Northwest Blvd.—supporters want the 4,000-square-foot building to be repurposed as a nonprofit children’s museum if the City Council reviews a plan before the planned March takedown.
The building is uninhabitable due to mold and structural issues, and locals hope to preserve its place in the community.
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Philanthropist Rita Case delivered her keynote speech at the Women’s Gift Alliance annual dinner at the Hagadone Event Center Thursday evening—she stressed that passion and education build lasting community support—while over 280 guests attended and four nonprofits received $5,000 surprise grants.
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Culture
The Art Spirit Gallery hosts benefit performances of Steve Martin’s absurdist comedy Picasso at the Lapin Agile, directed by Tracey Vaughan, at 7:30 tonight and Saturday night at 415 E. Sherman Ave in Coeur d'Alene — the event raises funds to support its arts programs and community outreach.
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The Music Conservatory of Coeur d'Alene will host its fourth annual Oktoberfest fundraiser on Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. on its lawn at 627 N. Government Way, where live performances and a silent auction will support music education.
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Merlin's Comedy Club will present Alex Velluto at 6 p.m. tomorrow at the Midge and Pepper Smock Family Theatre at the Kroc Center (1765 W. Golf Course Road) in Coeur d'Alene.
Velluto was recently featured on Nate Bargatze’s stand-up series The Showcase.
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Environment
Two bald eagles took flight in Sagle Tuesday after months of care at Birds of Prey Northwest, where an adult with a wing fracture and a juvenile that jumped from its nest during the summer were helped to regain flight.
On Wednesday the center released three more young eagles—one had lure hooks removed after surgery.
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Government
Coeur d'Alene residents learned details about five project alternatives in the Rathdrum Prairie Transportation Plan on Wednesday, with local figures like Helen and Jon Furbee showing strong support for the Huetter Road improvement to ease congestion—ITD will analyze public feedback and select options to pursue by summer.
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A federal appeals court in Seattle considered a challenge by March For Our Lives and the Idaho Alliance for Retired Americans that argued Idaho’s voter ID laws discriminated against young voters by eliminating student IDs while state officials said the changes enhanced election security—judges will decide later.
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Sports
Leo Grace, 7, ranked 67th among seven-year-olds nationally, will compete in the Barn Burner Chess Tournament this Saturday at New Leaf Nursery—joined by his sisters Sophia and Serena—and the event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. as organized by the CDA Chess Club.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
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.
Cribbage League
Friday, October 17th, 2025 · 6-10 p.m. — The Blue Shell — Casual play with fellow enthusiasts — Bring your favorite board and join the fun of Cribbage every Friday night.
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.
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.