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Owner Bernie Little prepares to test Miss Budweiser on Lake Coeur d’Alene in 1965. In 1985, Little floated the idea of restoring hydroplane races.

Owner Bernie Little prepares to test Miss Budweiser on Lake Coeur d’Alene in 1965. In 1985, Little floated the idea of restoring hydroplane races.

August 24, 2025

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HUCKLEBERRIES: Steering into — then away — from the skid
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HUCKLEBERRIES: Steering into — then away — from the skid

Jim Fromm was for hydroplane racing before he was against it. The late Coeur d’Alene mayor is recalled for casting a tie-breaking vote 40 years ago that vanquished hydroplanes from Lake Coeur d’Alene for decades.