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Pastors, elected leaders in Idaho reflect on the killing of Charlie Kirk

by BILL BULEY
Staff Writer | September 11, 2025 1:09 AM

Several North Idahoans and the state’s elected leaders were saddened and shocked at the assassination of Charlie Kirk on Wednesday. 

Pastor Paul Van Noy of Candlelight Christian Fellowship in Coeur d'Alene was shaken by Kirk’s death. The two had been friends for about five years and Kirk spoke at Candlelight. He described him as a kind, thoughtful and brilliant young man whose intent was to help people. 

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