Daily editionWednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
Community
Local holiday markets and craft fairs will offer unique gifts and festive treats from Nov. 29 to Dec. 6 at events in Spirit Lake, Athol, Hayden and Post Falls—featuring Santa appearances, live demonstrations, and free activities designed to celebrate the season.
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Tom's Turkey Drive, now in its 26th year, has served 8,500 families with Thanksgiving meal kits that include a frozen turkey, stuffing, rolls, and cranberry sauce.
Volunteers helped run the drive smoothly — 9,000 in all — through a network of over 20 local food banks as families signed up ahead to pick up their meals.
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Education
At the Kroc Center, 14 single moms finished the Pathways to Prosperity program on Nov. 19 to learn money skills and plan their budgets.
Co-founders Terri Simmons and Brittany Selle—social work students from Lewis-Clark State—created the course to help moms manage bills and build brighter futures.
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Health
Nurse home visitor Kelsey Chrisman said Panhandle Health programs help families in Kootenai County manage crises by providing food cards, gas cards and even appliances when working more puts vital benefits at risk—such as health insurance or childcare—and supports a strong start for their children.
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Real Estate
The Panhandle Affordable Housing Alliance secured a $125K matching donation, unlocking an additional $125K match from The Marcus Anderson Family Foundation for Miracle on Britton—28 fee-simple deed-restricted homes reserved for middle-income families will be sold below market rates with a resale formula that builds equity. The $1.1M fundraising effort creates a blueprint for lasting homeownership for working families in Kootenai County.
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Sports
The Idaho football team parted ways with offensive coordinator Matt Linehan after he was demoted following a 28-14 loss to UC Davis on Nov. 8 — he had served three years with the team including one season as OC — and he announced his exit on X Monday.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
Dockside Thanksgiving Buffet
Thursday, November 27th, 2025 · 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
Friday, November 28th, 2025 · 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
Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 · 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
Sunday, December 14th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, December 20th, 2025 · 1-5 p.m. — Killer Burger Hayden — Free entry — Show off classic cars and enjoy delicious burgers in a vibrant community atmosphere.