Democrats host debate, county candidates

The Kootenai County Democratic Club is hosting a debate for District 4 candidates seeking election to the Idaho House of Representatives, and hearing speeches from two candidates for county positions. The event begins at noon on Friday at the Iron Horse restaurant on Sherman Avenue, Coeur d’Alene.

The luncheon will start with speeches and questions from Sheriff Ben Wolfinger, who is seeking re-election, and uncontested county commissioner candidate Chris Filios. The debate between candidates Paul Amador and Tom Hearn will follow. The audience will have the ability to ask questions through the moderators Jim Pierce and Tamara Poelstra.

The Democratic Club has met at the Iron Horse for more than 40 years, hosting debates, forums and educational discussions. The club has always had an open-door policy so anyone is welcome to attend the meetings, which begin at noon and end by 1:15 p.m.