Timeless tree planting tradition continues with Arbor Day celebration

John Schwandt instructs Ramsey Elementary students on how to pot trees.
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Melinda Longsworth, Vivianna Finney, Rhoda King and Debbie Mykkanen smile while handing out seedlings.
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by JACK DEWITT
Staff Writer | April 25, 2026 1:00 AM

COEUR d’ALENE— For over 40 years, Coeur d’Alene has been one of thousands of Tree City USAs.

The city’s commitment to keeping an arboreal community alive makes it one of the oldest tree cities in Idaho.

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