Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Coeur d'Alene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Coeur d'Alene firefighters will drive Santa on a decorated fire truck to collect donations for the food bank and offer holiday cheer in local neighborhoods. Coeur d'Alene Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Washington man admitted to child enticement charges for sending explicit content to someone he thought was a teen girl, but was actually an undercover officer, facing up to 15 years in prison. Coeur d'Alene Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Idaho College's Dental Hygiene Program marked the graduation of its second class, highlighting strong job prospects and the value of their education. Coeur d'Alene Press
- ➤ The Lakeland School Board is set to discuss potential budget cuts and levy election scenarios to address a possible $9.52 million deficit. Coeur d'Alene Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho Fish and Game initiates a public input period on new seasonal proposals for moose, bighorn sheep, and mountain goat, with a decision to be made on Jan. 29. Coeur d'Alene Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Idaho lawmakers are considering significant alterations to Medicaid expansion in 2025, including possible reforms or repeal, influenced by a Republican majority and changes in the House Health and Welfare Committee. Coeur d'Alene Press
TRAVEL NEWS
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Ellen Travolta's Sound of Christmas Show
The event features a heartwarming blend of music, storytelling, and local holiday traditions, produced by Ellen Travolta and starring Jenny Shotwell and her family.
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Eagle Run at Higgens Point
Observe Bald Eagles feast on spawning kokanee salmon along Lake Coeur d'Alene while learning about eagle biology and behavior from Audubon members.
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Travolta Christmas Show: A Heartwarming Holiday Experience
The Coeur d’Alene Resort hosts a holiday show featuring Jenny Shotwell and family, blending music, storytelling, and local traditions.
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New Year's Eve: A 007 Midnight Mission
Celebrate New Year's Eve in a sophisticated and thrilling atmosphere inspired by James Bond, featuring cocktails and a glamorous countdown to 2025.
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