In This CDA Local Buzz Issue

 😎 Coeur d’Alene Area Weather & Historical Highs and Lows

 📆 Coeur d’Alene Area Local Events (You can now add your own event)

 🐾 Coeur d’Alene Local Buzz - Pet of the Week (Meet Onyx 🐈‍⬛)

🔥 Local Business Spotlight 🔥
👉 Boiada Brazilian Grill 👈

⚖️ Lawyer in The Library

 🚨 Legal Battle Over Evidence Admissibility in Kohberger Case.

⛷️ Idaho’s Peak Season Passport Offers Free Skiing for 5th & 6th Graders

🏛️ Coeur d'Alene Officials Outline 2025 Priorities for City Development

 🏈 Two Big Bowl Victories for Ohio State and Texas 

 🦬 Montana Sues NPS Over Yellowstone Bison Expansion Plan

 🤪 Meme of the Day

 JANUARY 2, 2025

• Comedy Open Mic Night @ The Draft Zone: 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

• Lawyer in the Library at CDA Public Library: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

• Open Mic at Westwood Brewing Co Taproom: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

• Trivia Night with Ginger at Black Lodge: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

  JANUARY 3, 2025

• Paint and Sip at Pinot’s Palate: 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

• 18 and Under Dance Night Neon Swing at Dance Now: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

• Scenic Hot Cocoa Cruises: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

• Open Grill Friday at Post Falls American Legion: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

  JANUARY 4, 2025

• Year of Birthdays Card Crafting at CDA Public Library: 1:00 pm

• ID Enhanced concealed Carry Class Cabela’s Post Falls: 10:00 am - 6:00 PM

• Wim Hof Fundamentals Workshop: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm

• Grand Reopening Party for Cowgirls Bar: 5:00 pm - 2:00 am

  JANUARY 5, 2025

• Beginning Origami (Ages 12+) at CDA Public Library: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

• Sourdough Masterclass at Post Falls American Legion: 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

• Sunday Funday & Football at The Tipsy Pine: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

• 1st Sunday Wine Tasting in Wallace: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

  JANUARY 6, 2025

• Monday Pottery Class: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

• January Block Printing Class: 1:00 pm

• From Books to Bricks at CDA Public Library: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

• Hot Winter Nights at CDA Resort: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

  JANUARY 7, 2025

• Youth Painting Workshop | Ages 10 - 15: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

• Tea & Tarot Cards: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

• Weekly Networking and Connections in CDA: 7:00 am - 10:00 am

• Tai Chi & Qi Gong (Ages 18+): 10:00 am - 11:00 am

  JANUARY 8, 2025

• The Well-Read Moose Morning Book Club: 10:00 am - 11:30 am

• Trivia Wednesdays at Vantage Point Brewing: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

• North Idaho Writers League: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

• Stronger in Mind and Body: 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Hey CDA Local Buzz Folks, we want you to meet Onyx ❤️. This is Onyx! She is a friendly, affectionate, long-haired 11-year-old feline - and loves to pose for the camera! She is declawed on her front paws, so keep her safe by keeping her inside. She has lived with male cats but not with dogs. She would be happiest in a calm, quiet home. Onyx is the perfect lap cat, and she would love to be adopted by you 🙏.

Companions Animal Center, formerly Kootenai Humane Society, has cared for and found homes for unwanted animals for over 45 years. Please visit our website companionsanimalcenter.org for more information or stop by Tuesdays through Sundays starting at noon each day. You can give to their causes in many ways, so please CLICK HERE to donate if you would like 🙏.

Boiada Brazilian Grill, an authentic Brazilian steakhouse, recently opened in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, bringing the flavors and traditions of Southern Brazil to the Pacific Northwest. Founded in 2019 by Hélio Vieira and Josiane Ballin, the restaurant first launched in Kennewick, Washington, and later expanded to Spokane. Known for its rodízio-style dining, gauchos serve freshly grilled meats tableside, paired with a vibrant Fresh Market Table offering Brazilian and American sides.

The restaurant provides a welcoming ambiance, exceptional service, and a curated wine list, creating a memorable dining experience. Boiada also actively engages with the community, sponsoring local events and athletes.

With its commitment to authenticity and fine dining, Boiada Brazilian Grill aims to become a cornerstone of Coeur d’Alene’s culinary scene. Visit their website or follow them on social media for updates and reservations.

Lawyer in the Library… Today

The CDA Public Library and the Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program offer monthly free legal clinics for low-income Idaho residents needing civil legal assistance. Volunteer attorneys provide advice on non-criminal issues, with registration required at least 24 hours before the first-Thursday events in the Gozzer Room. Learn More…

Legal Battle Over Evidence
Admissibility in Kohberger Case

Bryan Kohberger's defense is seeking to suppress key evidence in his upcoming murder trial, including DNA, digital records, and items obtained through search warrants, alleging improper acquisition by law enforcement. Prosecutors assert the evidence was legally obtained. A hearing on these motions is scheduled for January 23, 2025, ahead of the trial in August. Read More…

Idaho’s Peak Season Passport Offers Free Skiing for 5th & 6th Graders

Idaho’s 5th & 6th Grade Peak Season Passport offers free skiing for kids at 17 resorts with a $29 processing fee. The program provides three free days for 5th graders and two for 6th graders, with blackout dates and restrictions at some locations. Applications are submitted online. Learn More…

Coeur d'Alene Officials Outline 2025 Priorities for City Development

Coeur d'Alene city officials are prioritizing public safety, infrastructure development, and community services in 2025. Plans include a bond for fire department expansion, investment in police staffing, traffic congestion solutions, affordable housing initiatives, park enhancements, and updated emergency preparedness strategies. Read More…

Texas and Ohio State Get the Victories

We will see who wins this evening between Georgia and Notre Dame

Montana Sues NPS Over
Yellowstone Bison Expansion Plan

Montana has filed a lawsuit against the National Park Service, alleging inadequate consultation regarding Yellowstone's bison management plan, which aims to increase bison numbers and expand their range. The state raises concerns about potential brucellosis transmission to cattle and federal overreach. Read More...