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Coeur d'Alene
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ 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. The Spokesman-Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. Coeur d'Alene Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. Coeur d'Alene Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Coeur d'Alene Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. The Spokesman-Review
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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