Briefs April 22, 2011

Boise Cascade

shutting down Emmett plant

BOISE (AP) - Boise Cascade has announced plans to shut down its laminated beam manufacturing operation in Emmett.

Company spokesman John Sahlberg told the Idaho Statesman Wednesday that the plant will cease operations in June and will be closed for the foreseeable future. He says a collapse in the housing market is the reason for the closure, which affects 40 employees.

The company made the announcement a day after saying it had purchased a newer, more efficient plant in Homedale that makes some of the same products.

Distinguished Woman program starts tonight

The Coeur d'Alene Distinguished Young Women program begins tonight at 6:30 p.m. and continues Saturday night at Lake City High School.

Thirty-four high school juniors are competing for $7,500 in scholarships. Categories include interview, fitness and poise.

Tickets are $10 at the door, or in advance at Hands to Art, 3115 N. Government Way.

Info: Kim Washko, 765-8203

Opera Coeur d'Alene celebrates 10th anniversary

COEUR d'ALENE -

Opera Coeur d'Alene will have its 10th anniversary opera gala, "A Grand Night for Singing," on Saturday, April 30 at The Coeur d'Alene Resort.

Organizers said it will be an elegant evening with music, dinner, a silent auction and a wine raffle.

"Past opera stars from our productions will be giving a performance you won't want to miss," according to a press release.

It is from 5-9 p.m.

Tickets are $100.

Information: 964-4469