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Hey Coeur d’Alene, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Female veterans’ new sisterhood, barefoot massage techniques, and a free card show + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Coeur d’Alene protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Local sisterhood gains momentum: Female veterans in Post Falls have started a monthly gathering at the American Legion, aiming for visibility and planning to invite Inland Northwest women to volunteer and join community events — get all the details.
Elevating care and craft: Woman-owned Syringa Bodywork in Hayden is redefining therapeutic massage with restorative barefoot techniques and care from licensed therapists Chancy Gill and Jaclyn Cosper, plus continuing education for area massage therapists — learn about their mission and methods.
Travel reservation mix-up resolved: An anniversary getaway went sideways for a North Idaho couple after an accidental third-party booking cost them $2,500. With Help Me Hayley, they secured a refund and travel tips — see five travel booking tips.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Handmade pasta, zero fuss: When cravings strike midweek, Pasta Posto CDA rolls fresh dough in-house into silky tagliatelle, sturdy rigatoni, and other saucy favorites that taste like a Roman nonna’s comfort in Coeur d’Alene, perfect for an easy, cozy dinner upgrade.
Vintage hunt, unlocked: If your closet craves character, Rebel Junk Shoppe has a rotating mix of true vintage, upcycled gems, and indie-made pieces… broken-in denim, band tees, and one-of-a-kind jackets included. The kind of browse that turns ‘just looking’ into ‘yep, mine.’
Cold, meet cozy: Feeling creaky in your back, knees, or motivation? Coeur Cryo pairs whole‑body cryotherapy with red light and an infrared sauna to reset you fast. Simple, friendly sessions and a calm vibe make it an easy weekly ritual when you want to feel human again.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
📚 Buddy Levy @ Coeur d’Alene Public Library | Friday (3/6) at 5:30 PM – Trade Netflix for a real cliffhanger at the CDA Library, where award-winning author Buddy Levy unpacks Realm of Ice and Sky, a true tale of Arctic grit. It’s free, unpretentious, and there will be books on hand, signatures afterward, and plenty of smug satisfaction.
🃏 Card Show on March 7th 2026 @ Red Lion Templin’s Hotel on the River Post Falls/Coeur d’Alene | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Still hoarding shoeboxes of rookie cards and questionable holograms? Ajit Harris is throwing a legit card show at the Red Lion Temple Hotel, free entrance, free parking, and plenty of chances to finally trade that duplicate. Bring your nostalgia, your binder, and your poker face.
🌾 Skills and Strategies for an Abundant 2026 Harvest @ Vanhoffs Garden Center & Gift Shop | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Plot twist for your garden beds, not your back: a free class with Merrick Myers of Gardens by Merrick on starting seeds, smart transplants, and yield-boosting tricks for a gloriously overstuffed 2026 harvest. Come learn, swap notes, and humblebrag to the tomatoes later.
🌟 Night of Hope @ The Club at Prairie Falls | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Whether you’re in the thick of a hard season or cheering on someone who is, Night of Hope gathers neighbors to launch Unyielding Hope with real stories, purpose, and breathing room, no pep talks required. It’s free, RSVP required, and support is welcome, not expected.
🌸 Hello Spring Craft Show @ Rathdrum Craft and Farmers Market | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Hello Spring Craft Show is popping up with vendors indoors and out, so browse when the sun behaves, then duck inside when it throws a tantrum. It is fully accessible, with free parking, free admission, and vendor applications open at rathdrumcraftandfarmersmarket.blogspot.com.
🌱 Houseplant Swap @ Coeur d’Alene Public Library | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Your pothos is plotting a takeover, so bring a few cuttings to the library and trade them with other plant nerds, ages 14 and up. No clippings, no shame, the library has extras, friendly advice, and new varieties to try.
🛶 “Down the Rivers of Peril” @ Coeur d’Alene Public Library | Thursday (3/26) at 7:00 PM – Skip the streaming queue and settle into the Coeur d’Alene Library Community Room as Bill Wiemuth dives into Down the Rivers of Peril, a steamboat saga of ambition, survival, and frontier grit. 18 and up, with snacks, drinks, and donation-friendly vibes.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Coeur d’Alene report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 55°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 17%
A slight chance of rain after 4pm. Partly sunny. High near 55, with temperatures falling to around 52 in the afternoon. South wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. South wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 47°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 98%
Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 47. Southwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
Newly renovated on the 10th floor, this Coeur d’Alene condo lines every exterior wall with glass for lake, sunset, and city-light views. The 2 bed, 2 bath plan adds a glass-encased den and a gourmet kitchen with gas and an island. Perks include a rooftop 18-hole putt-putt course, fitness center, low HOA dues, and access to parks and Tubbs Hill.
Take a peek inside →
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