Auction to benefit Special Olympics

A benefit auction and dinner to support local athletes competing in the upcoming Special Olympics games will be held Thursday in Coeur d'Alene.

The fundraiser will take place from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Coeur d'Alene Eagles, 209 Sherman Ave.

"We have collected over $10,000 worth of auction and drawing items to be given away this year," said Dustin Ainsworth, of Kootenai Title, a major sponsor of the event. "Please come and help support these athletes and have a good time in the process."

Dinner will be provided by Texas Roadhouse.

Tickets are $25 and each ticket will be entered into a $250 cash drawing.