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Hi Coeur d’Alene, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Wine, Stein, and Dine, make your own dog beer opener, and Dave Tysdal’s retirement legacy + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
A legacy forged through adversity: Veteran engineer Dave Tysdal announced his retirement in February after 24 years with Coeur d’Alene Fire. He helped launch Idaho Disaster Dogs and the Region 1 Technical Rescue Team — read the full story.
Spotlight on hometown changemakers: Post Falls Chamber celebrated community at its annual awards, naming Dee Sasse Citizen of the Year, while other honors recognized nonprofits and a large employer for service to the community — see who was honored.
What’s new at county courses: Liberty Lake and MeadowWood open today. Latah Creek follows March 20. Liberty Lake’s range stays closed until June for $1 million fixes, and a $4 million maintenance facility is planned — get all the details.
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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💎 Local business spotlight
Your next night out: Lake City Playhouse is deep into its 2025/26 season, with The Little Princess up next, then Once Upon a Mattress. Settle in for cozy, close-to-home theater that easily beats another endless couch scroll.
Local links worth a try: Skip basic ballpark dogs. Gentleman Sausages serves small-batch bangers downtown, with inventive flavors like cheddar-stuffed and curry-kissed. Pick up a few, fire up the grill, and make your next backyard cookout an easy crowd-pleasing win.
Your next TBR fix: Between staff-curated shelves, lively book clubs on the calendar, and fresh new releases to browse, The Well~Read Moose makes finding a page-turner blissfully simple. You’ll meet your next favorite read and finally finish it… maybe even on a weeknight. Your TBR will thank you.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →
Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Coeur d’Alene for grown ups
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🎲 Bookish Girls/Game Night @ It’s a Love Story Books & Cafe (Hayden) | Friday (3/13) at 5:30 PM – Girls Night is getting a bookish upgrade, with games, trivia, and your favorites given a romance twist. Think book club where someone actually keeps score. Your ticket gets you in the raffle, plus snack tickets, the full bar, and cheeky specials.
☘ St. Patrick’s Day Cruises @ The Boardwalk Marina (Coeur D’Alene) | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – If your idea of St. Patrick’s cheer is lake views, not packed pubs, hop a Lake Coeur d’Alene cruise from the Boardwalk Marina for Irish bites, dinner or hors d’oeuvres, Guinness, Irish Coffee, and company. Family friendly, kids under 5 sail free, so book early.
🍺 Make Your Own Dog Beer Opener @ Paws N Brews (Post Falls) | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Head to Paws N Brews in Post Falls to paint a custom wood beer opener starring your dog, because the fridge deserves an upgrade. Let your pup hang in daycare while you play Picasso, you grab a drink, and the food truck saves dinner.
😂 March 13th & 14th Comedy Night @ Red Lion Hotel Templin’s on the River (Post Falls) | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Post Falls and CDA, your laugh drought ends at Red Lion Templin’s on the River with a stacked stand-up lineup. Alvin Williams hosts, Rafe Williams headlines, and Rob Wentz swings through, so snag tickets at postfallscomedy.com, then claim the laughter counted as cardio.
🎲 High Stakes For A Cause @ Coeur d’Alene Eagles Auxiliary (Coeur D’Alene) | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 PM – Put on something snazzy and head to the CDA Eagles for a casino night and auction that actually helps neighbors. Play a little, bid a little, then demolish Smokin’ Glory BBQ, all while backing Safe Harbor’s work for trafficking survivors in North Idaho.
🍻 Wine, Stein, and Dine @ Kootenai County Fairgrounds- Jacklin Building (Coeur D’Alene) | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – Wine, Stein, and Dine returns with food, wine, microbrews, cider, and even mocktails, because someone has to drive. Expect live music, a photo booth, dancing, a silent auction, and that dangerously fun wine tree raffle. Come hungry, leave chatty.
🎷 Saturday Night Sax @ Seasons of Coeur d’Alene Fresh Grill & Bar (Coeur D’Alene) | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – Saturday night calls for a proper unwind, and Seasons’ colorful lounge delivers with live sax gliding through Americana jazz, Motown, and easy listening. Think fewer bar brawls, more toe taps, and well-made cocktails. Consider it mood therapy, with a garnish.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Coeur d’Alene report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 43°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 70%
Snow likely before 1pm, then rain and snow likely. Cloudy. High near 43, with temperatures falling to around 41 in the afternoon. West wind 16 to 31 mph, with gusts as high as 43 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Snow. Cloudy, with a low around 34. Southwest wind 6 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 42°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 86%
Snow before 5pm, then rain and snow. Cloudy, with a high near 42. Southwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: Rain and snow before 11pm, then rain and snow between 11pm and 2am, then rain and snow. Cloudy, with a low around 34. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
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An Cape Cod-inspired retreat with views of Canfield Mountain, city lights, and distant Lake Coeur d’Alene. Set among custom homes near the country club and lake, it features hydronic radiant floors, white oak flooring, 9-foot ceilings with crown, soapstone and walnut kitchen finishes, Thermador and Bosch. A 40-foot covered porch with electric shades pairs with a finished garage with sauna.
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