Christmas magic comes alive on Lake Coeur d'Alene
North Pole cruises delight children
The magic of Christmas was tangible on Coeur d’Alene Lake Tuesday night.
Hayden advisory committee to recommend increasing impact fees
The Development Impact Fee Advisory Committee will recommend that city council increase impact fees for non-residential use categories in 2025 — which could mean that “most commercial impact fees will basically double,” said board member John Young.
'Tis the season of giving
KCSO, local business kick off food drive in Post Falls
The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office teamed up with 3rd Ave. Marketplace and North Idaho Arms to kick off the season of giving on Tuesday.
Cheers to the holiday shopping season
A fine time with wine and buying gifts
Holiday shopping kicked off with plenty of cheers along Sherman Ave. on Saturday.
40 years later, mystery surrounds drowning of Hayden 2-year-old
It’s been 40 years since two-year-old Ryan Hoeffliger’s body was discovered on the western shore of Hayden Lake — and Ryan’s uncle Chuck MacDonald will never forget the close relationship he shared with his young nephew.
Barbara Bennett recognized as an Extra Mile Hero
Barbara Bennett thought she was asked to attend Tuesday night’s city council meeting to present some of her latest work. Instead, she was honored by the city as an Extra Mile Hero.
Rathdrum Prairie traffic solutions draw community input
Community members weighed in on thirteen alternative plans to improve existing roadway corridors on the Rathdrum Prairie during a public meeting at Lake City Center Wednesday night.
Over the Hill: The great migration
Though we are surrounded by wildlife in North Idaho, the chance to see many types of animals for yourself can sometimes feel elusive. Even the most experienced hunters can spend hours in the backcountry without spotting anything, and most wild animals seem to have an instinctual aversion to popular hiking trails.
Legislators look to tax credits to incentivize affordable housing builds
State legislators are looking to “reinvigorate the American dream” through proposed tax credit legislation that would incentivize builders to develop properties that middle-income Idahoans can afford.
Celebrating 249 years of Marine Corps camaraderie
The feeling of brother and sisterhood was tangible at the Best Western Plus Saturday night as over 200 active duty and veteran Marine Corps members shared a night of camaraderie, ceremony, and celebration.
176 single-family homes, community park could be coming to Hayden
176 new single-family homes, in addition to two commercial lots and a 12-acre community park, could be coming to the area of West Hayden Ave. and North Carrington St.
Recognition and remembrance
Saturday was a day for recognition and remembrance at Lakeland Senior High School.
Post Falls residents call for sustainable growth
A few dozen community members raised concerns about whether development in the City of Post Falls is happening sustainably during a Housing Needs Assessment Open House Thursday night.
Fish and Game releases updated steelhead numbers
Idaho Fish and Game has released the latest data on this year’s steelhead trout return to Upper Salmon, Little Salmon, and Snake Rivers.
Athol woman at top 1% of National FFA
Not many can describe themselves as being at the top 1% of what they do — but Hayven Chase certainly can.
A spook-tacular night in downtown Coeur d'Alene
The popular Trick or Treat Downtown Coeur d’Alene event sees a huge turnout every year — Hudson’s Hamburgers reported going through nine bags of candy last Halloween, while CDA Garment District reported handing out fifteen or sixteen bags’ worth.
'Depyeti Squatch' is on the job
Local author makes law enforcement 'accessible' to children
Angela Goodman and her children’s book, Depyeti Squatch, are proof that artistic inspiration can come from anywhere.
Over the Hill: The possible haunting of Farragut State Park
One thing I find fascinating about North Idaho is the region’s rich, often complicated history — especially when there’s rumors of the paranormal involved.
Science gets spooky at Fernan STEM Academy
Science experiments got a spooky twist last week at Fernan STEM Academy in Coeur d'Alene.
KCSO, Made with Kindness teach 'survivor mentality'
The Made with Kindness Foundation partnered with the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday to offer training to the community on how to react if they find themselves in an active shooter situation.
NIC technical education campus hosts Trick or Treat Open House
North Idaho College offered a safe, indoor option for families to get into the Halloween spirit on Friday.
CityLink's future drives concern
Commish assures crowd service won't shut down
Community members voiced concerns on several issues facing the future of CityLink at a Future of Transit Town Hall Wednesday night.
Brad Hagadone: 'We’re all like a family'
Hagadone Hospitality honors longtime employees
The 33rd annual After 5 Luncheon at the Coeur d’Alene Resort felt more like a family reunion than an employee lunch.
Outreach leads to recovery of stolen dirt bike
Theft compounded hospitalization of father after crash
What began as a series of unfortunate events for a father and son from Spirit Lake had a happy ending Wednesday.
Over the Hill: Canfield is immovable, but ever-changing
Many of us, especially those that live or work in Coeur d’Alene proper, see Canfield Mountain just about every day. It’s an immovable part of our skyline — but that doesn’t mean it isn’t always changing.
Denny's says it expects to close 150 locations by the end of 2025
Denny’s says it’s closing 150 of its lowest-performing restaurants in an effort to turn around the brand’s flagging sales.
Casey's Commons honors legacy of beloved CHS principal
A beloved former Coeur d’Alene High School principal was honored in a big way Friday.
Coeur d'Alene celebrates the season
Coeur d’Alene embraced the changing weather and the spirit of the fall season with several fall-themed downtown events on Saturday.
Northern Lakes Fire builds community through open house
People got the chance to get to know their firefighters and emergency responders during an open house at the Northern Lakes Fire District fire station in Hayden on Saturday.
Ramsey kids explore science and engineering
“Sometimes school can feel ‘not fun’ for kids,” said 5th grade teacher Tara Gray, “this is a great way to build up our school community in a fun way.”
Safe Passage EnVISIONs 'a community free from violence'
Wednesday night’s EnVISION gala, put on by the local nonprofit Safe Passage at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, was no doubt an elegant affair — but the evening was about much more than fine dining or winning auction prizes.
Hagadone pilot receives Wright Brothers Award for aviation excellence
Over 20,000 hours in the air later — and a career spanning over 50 years — Goodwin was presented with the prestigious Federal Aviation Administration’s Wright Brothers Award “for 50 years of safe piloting and aircraft operations” last week at the Coeur d’Alene Airport-Pappy Boyington Field.
Season of giving kicks off in Coeur d'Alene
The season of giving kicked off at Cascadia Pizza in Coeur d’Alene on Wednesday.
Fifty years later, lifelong friends 'keep on pedaling'
“If people were to take one thing away from our story, it would be to just keep pedaling,” Crane said. “No matter where you are in life.”
Hayden Lake Marathon takes the scenic route
Despite the chilly morning temperatures, runners in Saturday morning’s Hayden Lake Marathon couldn’t have asked for better race conditions.
Hose uncoupling marks opening of Fire Station 3 in Post Falls
Over 300 community members and partners joined Kootenai County Fire and Rescue to celebrate the opening of the newest fire station in Post Falls on Saturday morning.
Painting pumpkins with Safe Passage
For the North Idaho nonprofit group Safe Passage, events like Saturday’s pumpkin painting in downtown Coeur d’Alene serve as a chance to show the community what they offer as a resource during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Students explore science, technology
Young women from several north Idaho high schools had a chance to explore career options during this week’s Women in Science and Engineering event.
Harvesting memories at Graceland North Farm
What started as a small pumpkin patch for Jill and Mike Guindon’s grandchildren has grown into something much more at Graceland North Farm in Rathdrum.
Over the Hill: Cruising along Liberty Creek
Depending on what your definition of a “quick drive” is, this past weekend I found that the trail systems around Liberty Lake are well worth the jaunt over the border into Washington.
Man faces multiple charges following aggravated assault incident in Kingston
A former Shoshone County man is facing multiple charges following an aggravated assault incident in Kingston over the weekend.
Coeur d'Alene School District trustees making final push ahead of levy vote
Trustees of the Coeur d’Alene School Board are making the final push to encourage voters to vote in favor of a $25 million-per-year, two-year supplemental levy that will be on the Nov. 5 ballot.
Freedom 5K takes off in Coeur d'Alene
More than 60 community members ran this year, which marked Safe Harbor’s third Freedom 5K event. Seven vendors offering food and resources were also set up in Riverstone Park.
Ahead of hunting season, wild game processors adapt to CWD's spread
This year’s deer hunting season will look a little different for North Idaho butchers that process wild game, after cases of Chronic Wasting Disease were confirmed in deer harvested near Bonners Ferry.
Coeur d'Alene kids show they 'can do hard things'
The spirit of competition was strong at the Coeur d’Alene School District’s annual Cross-Country Meet — but for event organizers, the tradition is all about helping the kids build their confidence.
Kootenai County Mental Health Court celebrates 20 years of service
There was much to celebrate at the Kootenai County Courthouse Thursday morning as Mental Health Court commemorated its 20th anniversary.
Secretary of State McGrane talks voter education, election security in visit to Coeur d'Alene
Kootenai County voters were able to hear from Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane and Kootenai County Clerk Jennifer Locke during the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber’s Beyond the Ballot Luncheon on Tuesday.
Hayden farmers market celebrates Fall Fest
Hundreds of people came out to enjoy the sunny, mild weather — perfect conditions for customers and vendors alike.
KCTFHR honors Coeur d'Alene Tribe during annual banquet
The banquet featured keynote speaker Cheryl Brown Henderson, founder of the Brown Foundation.
Coeur d'Alene walks to end Alzheimer's
A few hundred people walked the 3-mile loop at Riverstone Park in Coeur d'Alene, most wearing purple and many carrying flowers — each differently-colored flower signifying their personal connection to the disease.