Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

The Burger Dock at 200 N.

Fourth St. in Coeur d'Alene will host its seventh annual Giving Thanks free community meal on Wednesday, November 26th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and will serve a Harvest Burger special made with locally sourced ingredients and limited sides including sweet potato fries and a seasonal pie shake.

Henry Mark Suitter, a 9-year-old from Coeur d'Alene, launched the free Downtown Bugle that covers local topics such as population changes and a questionable cougar sign at Tubbs Hill.

His paper is gaining more distribution points and his parents help with editing—showing his early steps in local journalism.

Community donors helped fund Coeur d'Alene American Legion Post 14 to buy military markers for the graves of two American soldiers in Mica Peak Cemetery—this includes a $1,000 donation from a veteran—and officials will meet with local partners to finish the work before Memorial Day.

Lowe’s Red Vest volunteers renovated Canopy Village’s Moyer Home using a $30,000 Lowe’s grant, updating flooring, lighting and bathrooms + Rebath’s donation helped complete the work.

The improvements will keep the shelter a safe haven for children and families facing crisis.

Christmas tree permits are available online and at local offices during normal business hours; each permit costs five dollars and households may purchase up to three permits.

Fourth graders with (Every Kid Outdoors) pass receive a free permit.

Blue Cross of Idaho is asking for a state investigation into Post Falls ER & Hospital's billing practices, saying its arbitration process inflates patient costs to over 1,000% of Medicare rates—Blue Cross received nearly 2,800 negotiation requests and the hospital has not joined its provider network. The insurer now advises members to seek care at other local facilities.

Bill Buley writes about his years of running that have taken him to faraway places and local trails, sharing memories like his 13.1-mile run to Higgens Point last Saturday.

He explains that each run brings surprises—whether his pace is fast or slow—and that the unknown is what keeps him moving forward.

Dockside Thanksgiving Buffet

10 AM – 6 PM — Dockside Restaurant — Adults: $69.95, Children (5-12): $34.95 — Savor an exceptional Thanksgiving feast featuring herb-roasted turkey and prime rib.

Lighting Ceremony Parade

5-11 p.m. — Downtown Coeur d'Alene — Free entry — Experience a magical parade featuring festive floats, marching bands, and holiday spirit along Sherman Avenue.

History Hour with Jacob Eberlein

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Coeur d'Alene Public Library — Free entry — Explore the roots of Christmas traditions in Coeur d'Alene through the eyes of local historian Jake Eberlein.

Sip 'n Stitch Brunch

10:30 a.m. — Fine Brewed Cafe — Cost varies — Enjoy a cozy crafting morning with hand-stitched felt ornaments and warm drinks.

Classic Cruise-In at Killer Burger

1-5 p.m. — Killer Burger Hayden — Free entry — Show off classic cars and enjoy delicious burgers in a vibrant community atmosphere.