Local Gems of the Coeur d’Alene Basin

The Local Gem Award Program is hosted by the Coeur d’Alene Regional

Our Gem: Lake is a Priority for the Future of Coeur d’Alene

One of the partners of the Our Gem Collaborative

Dive into learning with Our Gem Speaker Series

Our Gem virtual speaker series on Lake Coeur d'Alene begins Tuesday

Our Gem: Scientific Review of Coeur d’Alene Lake Water Quality Data to Begin this Month

What IS the future of Our Gem Coeur d’Alene Lake’s water quality? That is the question

CDA: Great job keeping lake clean

On behalf of the Coeur d’Alene Lake Collaborative, we would like to express our appreciation to the city of Coeur d’Alene and their Parks and Streets Departments for their dedicated efforts in cleaning up the fallen trees from our last wind storm a month ago.

Our Gem Coeur d’Alene Lake Collaborative

Along the shores of Coeur d’Alene Lake, citizen scientists are keeping a close eye and detailed log of changes in the water.

Our Gem: Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer Protection District Protecting Our Priceless Water Supply

The Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie (SVRP) aquifer covers about 370 square

OUR TOWN: Glad to be back

How great to live in the “gem” of the Pacific Northwest.

Northwest Notes Sept. 23, 2020

Barrel races are scheduled for Friday night at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds.

Our Gem: Managing water levels in Coeur d’Alene Lake

Coeur d’Alene Lake was created after the last period of glaciation by a natural

Gem State gas prices down 3 cents

Gem State prices down three cents this week

Our Gem: Bottom sediments and their risk

The National Academies of Science (NAS) study that kicked off with two public

Our Gem Coeur d’Alene Lake Collaborative

How Do Roads Affect Water Quality?

North Idaho State Fair canceled

The growing number of COVID-19 cases has led to widespread cancelations of community events, continuing Tuesday with the cancelation of the North Idaho State Fair and Gem State Stampede, after a strong recommendation from local health officials not to hold the event.

Where does stormwater go in winter?

The first snows each year generate a lot of discussion on snow plowing an

Op-Ed: Tired of liberal politics? Move to Idaho

Elsa Owsley, a Coeur d’Alene real estate agent, has a long list of selling points for prospective out-of-state buyers thinking about moving to the Gem State.

Our Gem Coeur d’Alene Lake Collaborative

Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are plants, animals, and other organisms that are introduced by humans to new waterways and cause harm to our environment and economy. AIS invade aquatic ecosystems beyond their natural and historic range often outcompeting native species because they have no natural predators to limit their reproduction. “Invasive” is the right word to describe these organisms that overwhelm marine and freshwater environments including wetlands, lakes, rivers, irrigation systems, hydroelectric systems, and aquaculture facilities.

Our Gem: Confluence Project Students Dig into Snow Science

Strapped to snowshoes on the slopes of Lookout Pass, students from Lake City High School found themselves reflecting on Coeur d’Alene Lake.

Gas surge may be slowing

Prices as high as $2.75 for a gallon of unleaded in Kootenai County

Gas surge may be slowing

Our Gem: Construction ahead: Keep the lake clear

Everywhere you look, new houses are going up, highways are full of work zones, and lots are being cleared for new businesses. Construction inevitably changes our community, but it can also have a negative impact on our waterways. If you live near a lake, river, stream, or stormwater system, which includes almost everyone, you can minimize your environmental impact while complying with local regulations.