North Idaho Briefs November 16, 2012

| November 16, 2012 8:15 PM

Emphasis patrol starts Saturday

The Kootenai County Sheriff's Department plans to get tough with alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers.

An emphasis patrol will run Saturday through Nov. 17. Deputies will be at locations around the county, enforcing impaired driver laws to help reduce the number of injury accidents.

Last year, impaired driving contributed to 1,456 crashes on Idaho's highways and caused 66 fatalities statewide, according to a press release.

Blondie's Salon to hold fundraiser

COEUR d'ALENE - For the eighth straight year, Blondie's Salon owned by Marie Lacroix, is hosting a fundraiser for the North Idaho Violence Prevention Center.

A decorated Christmas tree, along with other gifts, is being offered in a drawing. Tickets are $5 for one, or $20 for five.

The salon is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Lacroix estimated she and husband Rene have raised close to $25,000 through the "Christa Lacroix Yount" fund.

Blondie's Salon is at 241 Locust, suite 1.

Info: 818-5446