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E Pluribus Unum, Out of Many, One
In recent years, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, has experienced several disturbing incidents of hate and harassment targeting underrepresented minorities. These incidents have included verbal attacks, and other forms of discrimination. A recent event occurred in McEuen Park,...
2024 4th of July Celebration: America the Beautiful!
Coeur d'Alene's 4th of July Celebration is one of the highlights of summer in this scenic area of the country. In fact, on average, 73,000 people come to our beautiful city to participate in our region’s largest celebration of the year! The Coeur d'Alene Regional...
Candidate Forum: Listen to Local Candidates One-On-One
May Primaries This Tuesday: Get to Know Our Local Candidates! BY LINDA COPPESS The Idaho primary election is this Tuesday, May 21, and your vote has never been more important! A few weeks ago I wrote in my article that because Idaho is predominantly a Republican...
Community Conversations: The Escalating Threat of Fentanyl in North Idaho
Kootenai County, Idaho, may seem like a tranquil and idyllic locale, and in many ways, it is. But hidden in our community, there is a silent menace that is intruding more and more into our social fabric, one that has the potential to fray the foundations of our...
The Crucial Role of Precinct Committeeman and Their Collective Impact on Business
The May Republican primary election is swiftly approaching, and your participation is paramount! Did you know that in Idaho, where the majority identify as Republican, primary winners almost always secure victory in the general election? Additionally, the role of a...
Press Statement from President and CEO Linda Coppess
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho - March 26, 2024 It is with deep dismay and profound disappointment that I address the recent deplorable incident involving the reprehensible behavior exhibited towards female college basketball players from the University of Utah and UC...