Cd'A Right to Life march moves

COEUR d'ALENE - In its 31st year, Coeur d'Alene's Right to Life march will find a new home.

The event is scheduled 10 a.m. Jan. 21, starting in the parking lot at Candlelight Christian Fellowship and Skate Plaza. Walkers will cross U.S. 95 and follow the paved path for three-quarters of a mile to Neider Avenue, and then return.

The march has traditionally been in downtown Coeur d'Alene, starting at Independence Point and ending at St. Thomas Center.

About 250 generally attended the march that saw them carry signs supporting pro-life views.

Connie Frank, member of Coeur d'Alene Right to Life, said the new location may encourage more marchers. Because it ended at a church center, some may have thought it was a church-sponsored activity.

"We are not a religious organization," she said. "We're trying for all people to come and join us at the right to life."

The new area is also in a high-traffic zone on U.S. 95.

Rep. Vito Barbieri will be one of the guest speakers before the 1.5-mile march.

Coeur d'Alene Right to Life plans to publicize its new march location in coming weeks.

"We're hoping for a diverse group of people," Frank said.

Information: Evelyn Montreuil, 772-5136