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Budweiser Clydesdales already a star attraction at the North Idaho State Fair

Budweiser Clydesdales already a star attraction at the North Idaho State Fair

The horses have been a symbol of Anheuser-Busch since 1933, when a team of Clydesdales was presented to August A. Busch Sr. to celebrate the repeal of Prohibition. Since then, they’ve become cultural icons, appearing in Super Bowl commercials, major parades and even two U.S. presidential inaugurations, the press release said.

Coeur d'Alene councilor: Protect police positions

Talk of holding back on filling vacant city jobs spurs Christie Wood to call for assurances it won't affect police

Wood said it can take 18 months or even longer from the time a new police officer is hired before they can go on duty. A hiring hold could mean it takes even longer for an officer to be in the field.

Family home destroyed in Sunset fire

GoFundMe account started to help them rebuild

We're looking to help Walter and Linda rebuild in a new life

Chris-Craft to be among featured vintage watercraft at festival

Chris-Craft to be among featured vintage watercraft at festival

The collection of Chris-Craft will be featured in this weekend’s Antique and Class Boat Festival put on by the Inland Empire Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society in partnership with Coeur Customs and Hagadone Marine Group at The Boardwalk Marina.

'Keeping Tradition Alive'

North Idaho State Fair opens Friday

For Jordan, that means young and old will turn to the Kootenai County Fairgrounds for the 10-day run of the North Idaho State Fair that begins Friday. It’s the annual summer feast of food, drink, music, a carnival, rodeos and so much more, including the famous Budweiser Clyesdales. Pulling it together is a difficult as it sounds, with hopes for a record-breaking crowd of more than 170,000 that filed through the gates last year.

Former Boise rep to take on Risch as independent

Todd Achilles believes longtime senator is vulnerable

So the Democratic representative resigned as of July 1 from his House seat representing District 16, declared he is running as an independent, and has launched a campaign to take on Idaho U.S. Sen. Jim Risch, a seat he has held 16 years.

Hundreds turn out for Shasta Groene's book signing in Coeur d'Alene

Hundreds turn out for Shasta Groene's book signing in Coeur d'Alene

Hundreds of people waited in line for hours at The Well-Read Moose bookstore in Coeur d’Alene to meet Shasta Groene and author Gregg Olsen and have them sign copies of the book they collaborated on. Groene smiled graciously, chatted with admirers, and posed for pictures. She wrote each person’s name in the book they bought, added a few words of encouragement, and gave her autograph in sharp, distinctive handwriting.

Coeur d'Alene man faces battery charge for allegedly spraying neighbor with water

Police say victim was 'clearly soaking wet'

According to Scouller, he was watering his lawn the afternoon of July 30 when his neighbor came out and stood on the other side of the chain link fence, upset he was getting water on her plants. He said this wasn’t the first time she has shared her concerns with him on the subject and there have been tensions between them for a few months.

Del, Luis and half-price days make thrift shopping fun

They seem to know everyone’s name and everyone seems to know them. They good sports, and don’t even mind it too much when I argue for a lower price, which I rarely do because honestly, they’re always fair and even tend to be a little on the low side, if anything.

Veterans present wooden flag in honor of John Morrison, Frank Harwood

Veterans present wooden flag in honor of John Morrison, Frank Harwood

The small group of veterans and wives handed over a custom-etched red, white and blue flag made of wood. It carried the names of Coeur d’Alene Battalion Chief John Morrison and Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Battalion Chief Frank Harwood, who died in an ambush attack at Canfield Mountain.

Kootenai County housing market holds strong

Listings up nearly 10% over a year ago

Jennifer Smock, CDA Regional Realtors president and co-owner, managing broker of Windermere/Coeur d'Alene Realty, said on Wednesday tge market has held steady throughout the spring and summer, with no major shifts anticipated in the near future.

Knolls celebrating 50th anniversary of Black Sheep Sporting Goods

Knolls celebrating 50th anniversary of Black Sheep Sporting Goods

The owner of Black Sheep Sporting Goods no longer has to take such matters into his own hands when it comes to security as the business at the Silver Lake Mall prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary this weekend. Food, prizes, games, factory representatives, sales, specials and even a Shetland pony await shoppers from Friday to Sunday at the Black Sheep, whose home is at the Silver Lake Mall.

'Unsafe drinking water conditions' may have impacted local system

City water supply not affected, says supervisor

Gem State Water has issued a press release regarding a recent low-pressure event in the Troy/Hoffman water system, which may have resulted in potentially unsafe drinking water conditions. The City understands there has been some confusion among residents, and I would like to provide clarification.

Widmyers buy Roosevelt Inn

Step up to save historic school with plans for short-term rental

Steve and Marie Widmyer this week finalized their purchase of the 1905 historic building that was last year faced the wrecking ball when Blue Fern Development reached a purchase agreement with the Roosevelt’s longtime owners, John and Tina Hough, with plans for townhouses on the property.

Kenny Gabriel seeks to keep Coeur d'Alene council seat

Retired fire chief says he wants to 'lead city into its next chapter'

His priorities include ensuring strong and effective public safety services; preserving Coeur d’Alene’s small-town character and natural beauty; guiding responsible development that serves families and future generations; and championing transparency and common-sense leadership at City Hall.

Miles of memories on Gunsight Pass trail

It was a treasure of mountain peaks, meadows, streams, rivers, waterfalls and wildflowers. It seemed every time we rounded a turn, broke out into the open, we were greeted with yet another stunning scene, new terrain, new grounds to navigate.

DRC greenlights downtown apartment building

Property owner hopes to begin construction soon on 10 units at Third and Wallace

While 13 parking spots are required, the owner, King Chinook, LLC., will provide nine in a lower-level parking garage, and pay a fee of $10,000 each for the other four spots in lieu of parking.

'Ask This Old House' coming to Coeur d'Alene

PBS program to highlight Adam Schluter's 'Monday Night Dinner'

Landscaping and an outdoor kitchen are just some of the changes they will be making before dinner. The PBS program, now in is 24th season, receives thousands of requests from those who have properties that need plumbing, heating, or other smaller repairs.

UI to sublease part of Harbor Center to Tribe

Will use space to house tribal services

“Tribal staff in the Natural Resources Department is already heavily involved in education and outreach, research, and community support in the Tribe’s aboriginal homeland, and this location will make opportunities more readily available into the future,” according to the report.

Coeur d'Alene fire chief reflects on shooting, days that followed

Coeur d'Alene fire chief reflects on shooting, days that followed

Greif sat down with The Press following the latest update from Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris on the Canfield Mountain attack. He said that over the past few weeks, he was able to close some of the gaps on things he had questions about. “Being able to piece some of that together was super helpful for me,” he said.

City of Coeur d'Alene considering property tax hike

Finance director: Needed to help balance the budget

Katie Eber, finance director and treasurer, told the City Council during a workshop on Monday that the tentative budget calls for the 3% allowable property tax hike and 1% from forgone taxes. That would cost the owner of a residential property with a taxable value of $1 million about $8.15 a month, or nearly $100 a year. A commercial property with a taxable value of $1.8 million would see a tax hike of $14.89 a month, or about $350 a year.

Coeur d'Alene resident powers through choppy waters to win women's division

Coeur d'Alene resident powers through choppy waters to win women's division

The Coeur d’Alene resident fought through rough, choppy waters fueled by winds strong enough to create whitecaps to finish first in the women’s division in a time of 34 minutes, 11 seconds. She said masters swimmers are prepared for any conditions, so she didn’t let the swells churning on Lake Coeur d’Alene bother her at the start along with about 70 others bobbing on the west side of Tubbs Hill. But it was tough as she tried to ride one swell only to have the next drag her back.

McEvers breaks tie vote on HREI lease

Nonprofit gets three-year deal despite not paying rent

Jeanette Laster, HREI director, said she was grateful to the city leadership that voted to allow the nonprofit to continue in its current space. “Under critical budget times, we should expect healthy discussions centered around matters that impact funding,” she wrote in an email to The Press. “There are always contingency plans. However, we have been a long -term, good-standing nonprofit with a strong impact record in the community.”

What I hate about North Idaho

You see, I live for summer. I was, am, and always will be a summers kind of guy. I wait anxiously through late fall, winter, and spring for my favorite season. It is then I take a deep breath, look around, and give thanks. It is what gives me hope during the seemingly endless 40-degree, soggy days of January and February. It is what drives me when I look out the window and am greeted with rain in March and April. It is what keeps me in North Idaho, because there is no better place to call home in the summer than North Idaho.

Fuel mitigation work wraps on Tubbs Hill

Fuel mitigation work wraps on Tubbs Hill

A goal is to remove fuels adjacent to abutting properties like McEuen Park and near high-use trails to create fire breaks.

'Her art is unmistakably hers'

Jaime Rome Crain opens gallery in downtown Coeur d'Alene

Jaimie Crain, born in Coeur d’Alene, earned her bachelor’s degree in fine art and graphic design from Whitworth University in 2022, receiving numerous awards along the way. She then began working full-time as a fine artist and for two years showed and sold work at galleries around the Pacific Northwest. After completing a six-month artist-in-residence program at The Hive with the Spokane Public Library, she decided it was time to follow her dream of opening her own gallery.

Learning to 'Fly'

Pam Pereira pens book sharing importance of loving self

Fly tells the tale of a fairy named “Magic” whose heart once so full of love suddenly feels empty and sad. She regains her joy after discovering she must love herself so she can then freely share it with those around her and her heart “will never be empty or sad.”

C'mon over to play 'Red Rover'

Now, in case you have no idea how to play Red Rover, it’s pretty simple. It was a game we played often as children, a staple of my childhood. You split up into two teams and line up facing each other from a distance of about 10 yards. Then, you decide who gets to go first. Once that is done, you’re ready.

Procession, celebration of life in Coeur d'Alene pay final tribute to John Morrison

Procession, celebration of life in Coeur d'Alene pay final tribute to John Morrison

A wave of silence washed over the crowds that lined Sherman Avenue Thursday morning as the procession in honor of CDA Fire battalion chief John Morrison made its way towards the Hagadone Event Center.

'We take care of each other'

Firefighters coming from around the nation for services for John Morrison, Frank Harwood

A celebration of life to honor Morrison, 52, of the Coeur d’Alene Fire Department, is scheduled today, while one is scheduled for Harwood, 42, of Kootenai County Fire and Rescue, is set for Friday. Both services will take place at the Hagadone Event Center. They are closed to the public.

Birds of Prey Northwest releases rehabbed bald eagle at Rockford Bay

Birds of Prey Northwest releases rehabbed bald eagle at Rockford Bay

ark Maret, conservation officer with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, arrived and tried to toss a blanket over it. The eagle, though, used its talons to toss it aside and fled downhill into ravine and creek. After a bit of a battle and with Warren’s assistance, Maret was able to corral it using sticks, towel and jacket. Staff from Shooters also helped.

No doubt, it's a drought

Lack of rain raising wildfire risk and could have other impacts

Since April 1, Idaho has experienced “exceptionally dry conditions with temperatures being severely warm.” “These warm dry conditions have dramatically changed the outlook on water supply conditions statewide,” Hoekema write in a report. “It seems all but certain that the drought in northern Idaho will continue for another year. Water shortages in eastern Idaho are becoming increasingly likely.”

Tribute to fallen firefighters puts special stamp on Coeur d'Alene's Fourth of July parade

Tribute to fallen firefighters puts special stamp on Fourth of July parade

The Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber’s “Home of the Brave” parade included nearly 100 entries, with floats, bands, cheerleaders, veterans, and a good number of dogs. But what started the parade is what led all to stand and applaud: Two riderless horses representing the lives of fallen firefighters John Morrison and Frank Garwood, who were shot and killed on an ambush target while responding to an intentionally set fire at Canfield Mountain on Sunday.

'He had our back'

Firefighters reflect on John Morrison

The 52-year-old Morrison was with the Coeur d’Alene Fire Department for 28 years. He was a big man, about 6 feet, 4 inches tall, who exuded a calm confidence that put those around him at ease in any situation they faced.

'He always hit the mark'

Frank Harwood remembered for leadership, service with KCFR

Holley said he knew early on whatever he did in his career, he “needed to do it how frank was doing it.” Many looked up to Harwood. “He always hit the mark,” Holley said.

Condition of hospitalized firefighter improves

Doctors performed a third successful surgery today. He suffered severe chest trauma and is now off a ventilator and talking.

Thousands line I-90 for procession of fallen firefighters from Spokane back home to Coeur d'Alene

Thousands line I-90 for procession of fallen firefighters from Spokane back home to Coeur d'Alene

Thousands of people, many waving flags, lined Interstate from Spokane to Coeur d’Alene as the bodies of Battalion Chiefs John Morrison and Frank Harwood were returned home to Coeur d’Alene. Overpasses were crowded. Some pulled over on the shoulder of the highway to watch the procession of emergency motorcycles, ambulances and fire trucks.

Firefighters shot while responding to call praised for courage, service

Firefighters shot while responding to call praised for courage, service

bMorrison, 52, and Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Battalioin Chief Frank Harwood, 42, died while Coeur d’Alene firefighter/engineer Dave Tysal, 47, was wounded and remains at Kootenai Health in stable condition after undergoing two surgeries. All three were described as brave men who loved their jobs.

'When I saw two had fallen, I cried'

People hug, hold flags as they stand along U.S. 95 in support of frontline responders

People come out to support firefighters

Coeur d'Alene Tribe chairman: Education is key to creating a path toward success

Coeur d'Alene Tribe chairman: Education is key to creating a path toward success

Chief Allan went on to become the first member of his family to attend college when he went to Eastern Washington University, earning a degree in political science. Today, as chairman of The Coeur d’Alene Tribe, he emphasizes the importance of education. His was key to later successes. “My story has always been education. I really push educaiotn. Not only for ourselves, but for everybody. I bleieve education is that tool we can all use,” he said.

Ironman 70.3 CDA: 'Ooh, what a lucky man he was'

Just 24 hours earlier, it was filled with weary runners and energetic volunteers. Our yard was filled with family and friends, kids and grandkids, who came to root for us in the running segment of the race, which goes right by our home. As I recall, it was the best of days.

'Off-Monday Night Dinner' caters to smaller crowds

Adam Schluter opens CDA home yet another day for friends, strangers to gather

Schluter started “Off-Monday Night Dinner.” It falls on the Mondays between Monday Night Dinner. The idea is a smaller setting, with everyone sitting down for conversation and dinner at 6 at the same table in the backyard for 90 minutes and then enjoying a show as an engaged audience until about 9.

'Legacy of community involvement'

Area with bench, trees, plaque at McEuen Park will be dedicated to Paul Anderson

A city bench at McEuen Park, made out of a fallen maple tree at the park, is being dedicated to Anderson. “Paul’s Bench” will be flanked by a white pine tree and a dogwood tree, as well as some large rocks and shrubs. A pathway of pavers leads from the path to the bench. A plaque with a tribute to Anderson will be added later.

Homecoming for veterans in Coeur d'Alene

Melissa Hostetler working with VA medical foster program in Coeur d'Alene

VA medical foster homes are privately owned residents where the owner lives and provides continuous care and supervision to paying veterans, with assistance from relief caregivers. The owner/caregivers can help the veteran carry out daily activities, like getting dresses, transportation and coordinating medical or other appointments.

Veteran Stephen Durfee humbled by honor in Coeur d'Alene's Fourth of July parade

Veteran Stephen Durfee humbled by honor in Coeur d'Alene's Fourth of July parade

The American Heroes Parade is a cherished local tradition that celebrates the freedom we enjoy and the heroes who protect it. Join us in downtown Coeur d’Alene to salute Stephen Durfee and all the brave men and women who serve our nation with honor.

Weather could create challenging conditions for Ironman

More than 100 locals in race

Winds are projected to be fairly mild in the morning, about 2-3 mph, which could provide a calm Lake Coeur d'Alene for swimmers who will started their day at 6 a.m. If forecasts hold, swimmers should be out of the water before stronger winds create choppy conditions.

Rogers, Azevedo take on key roles with Idaho Community Foundation

Rogers, Azevedo take on key roles with Idaho Community Foundation

ICF has another reason to celebrate. It recently surpassed a milestone of $200 million granted to Idaho communities since 1988 and is launching the "$200M Moment: Make More Good Possible" campaign, offering four Idahoans the opportunity to direct a $5,000-plus grant to a nonprofit of their choice.

Coeur d'Alene recognizes Juneteenth; 'Freedom Walk' on Thursday

Coeur d'Alene recognizes Juneteenth; 'Freedom Walk' on Thursday

Laster outlined the history of Juneteenth and Black history in Idaho. She said Jennie Eva Hughes was the first Black graduate from the University of Idaho in 1899. Dr. Thomas “Les” Purce was the first Black man to service in public office in Idaho when he was elected to Pocatello’s City Council in 1973 and became the city first Black mayor in 1976.

Thousands watch classic cruisers in downtown Coeur d'Alene

Thousands watch classic cruisers in downtown Coeur d'Alene

For more than two hours, roaring engines, squealing tires and honking horns filled the air as people admired the character and style of the vintage vehicles. Among them were a 1966 Chevrolet Impala, a 1972 Super Beetle, and a 1941 Willys Coupe. There were convertibles like the 1967 Mercury Monterey driven by Vic Beattie with wife LaDawn riding shotgun.

Last call to a crazy beautiful brother

More than anything, he loved being around family, a trait he inherited from our father. His smile and laughter filled the house. He could hug and say, “I love you” with such passion that you knew he meant it. They weren’t just words.