In This CDA Local Buzz Issue

 😎 Coeur d’Alene Weather & Historical Highs and Lows

 📆 Coeur d’Alene Area Local Events

 📢 Local Business Spotlight: We would love to promote your business!

 🧠 Coeur d'Alene to Host Conference for Alzheimer's Caregivers at North Idaho College

🗳️ Early Voting Gains Momentum in Kootenai County for Upcoming Election

 🍁 Discover Idaho's Most Vibrant Downtown Areas

‍‍‍💊 Walgreens to Close 1,200 Stores Amid Pharmacy Industry Changes

⛳️ Lewis-Clark State College Women’s Golf has grabbed ahold No. 23 in the NAIA rankings

🫎 Idaho's 2024 Elk Hunting Season Promises Strong Opportunities

 OCTOBER 18, 2024

• Pumpkin Giveaway (All-Ages)

  • 🌎 Coeur d’Alene Public Library

  • ⏰ 10:00 am (Storytime) and 10:30 am Pumpkin Giveaway

• Beverley’s Uncorked: Autumn Wine Social

  • 🌎 Beverly's at The Coeur d'Alene Resort

  • ⏰ 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

• Post Falls FALL Festival

  • 🌎 Post Falls Armory

  • ⏰ 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

 OCTOBER 19, 2024

• Harvest Market & Apple Palooza

  • 🌎 On 5th St. between Front Ave & Coeur d’Alene Ave

  • ⏰ 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

• North Idaho College Theatre Department Presents: Almost, Maine

  • 🌎 Schuler Performing Arts Center (880 W. Garden Avenue, CDA)

  • ⏰ 7:30 pm

• Museum of North Idaho Harvest Festival

  • 🌎 JC White House (720 E Young Ave, CDA)

  • ⏰ 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

 OCTOBER 20, 2024

• Museum of North Idaho’s Fall Cemetery Walking Tour

  • 🌎 Forest Cemetery (1011 North Government Way, CDA)

  • ⏰ Sunday 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm

• Loose fruit/veg art

  • 🌎 Vault Coffee (324 E Sherman Ave, CDA)

  • ⏰ 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

• Scarywood Haunted Nights

  • 🌎 Silverwood Theme Park

  • ⏰ 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm

 OCTOBER 21, 2024

• Paws to Read 📚 🐶

  • 🌎 Coeur d’Alene Public Library

  • ⏰ 3:30 am to 5:00 pm

• Planning and Zoning Meeting

  • 🌎 City of Hayden (8930 N Government Way, Hayden)

  • ⏰ 5:30 pm

• Cochinito Hayden and Westwood Brewing Beer Dinner

  • 🌎 Conchito (9426 North Government Way, Hayden)

  • ⏰ 7:00 pm

 OCTOBER 22, 2024

• Cooking Class: Hand Pies with Chef K

  • 🌎 The Culinary Stone (2129 North Main Street, CDA)

  • ⏰ 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

• HOB Oktoberfest Bash

  • 🌎 Vantage Point Brewing (208 E Coeur d’Alene Dr)

  • ⏰ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

• Men & Women Who Love to Sing

  • 🌎 3398 Jenalan Ave · Post Falls

  • ⏰ 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

 OCTOBER 23, 2024

• Pageturners Book Club (Ages 16+)

  • 🌎 Coeur d’Alene Public Library

  • ⏰ 10:15 am to 12:00 pm

• Authors at the Moose

  • 🌎 The Well-Read Moose (2048 N Main St, CDA)

  • ⏰ 6:00 pm

• Rain or Shine Fireside Jam

  • 🌎 The Prairie Point Apartment Clubhouse (1586 W Switchgrass lane - Hayden)

  • ⏰ 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

 OCTOBER 24, 2024

• Costume Skate Night

  • 🌎 Skate Plaza Roller Rink (5685 N Pioneer Dr, CDA)

  • ⏰ 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

• Bluegrass Series: "Custer's Grassband

  • 🌎 Jacklin Arts & Cultural Center (405 North William Street, Post Falls)

  • ⏰ 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

• Cooking Class: Wild Deer with Chef Troy

  • 🌎 The Culinary Stone (2129 North Main Street, CDA)

  • ⏰ 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

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Early Voting Starts October 15

Coeur d'Alene to Host Conference for Alzheimer's Caregivers at North Idaho College

The North Idaho Alzheimer's Caregiver Conference will be held at North Idaho College, offering caregivers education and support in Alzheimer's care. Attendees can connect with fellow caregivers, learn techniques, and access resources to navigate caregiving challenges. (Learn More…)

Early Voting Gains Momentum in Kootenai County for Upcoming Election

Early voting is in full swing in Kootenai County, Idaho, with about 1,000 people voting daily for the upcoming November general election. As of Thursday, 2,464 votes have already been cast. Early voting will continue until November 3rd, after which in-person voting will only be available on Election Day. There are 112,598 registered voters in the county, and additional information on early voting and sample ballots can be accessed online. (Read More...)

Discover Idaho's Most Vibrant Downtown Areas

Eight Idaho towns with vibrant downtown areas, including Coeur d'Alene, Sandpoint, McCall, Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Wallace, Hailey, and Twin Falls. These towns offer a mix of natural beauty, historic charm, and lively cultural scenes. Visitors can explore local boutiques, scenic parks, art galleries, and farmers' markets, while enjoying outdoor activities like hiking and skiing. Each town blends small-town charm with engaging attractions, making them great destinations for both residents and tourists. (Read More...)

Walgreens to Close 1,200 Stores Amid Pharmacy Industry Changes

Walgreens plans to close 1,200 stores as part of a strategic restructuring due to declining foot traffic, shrinking reimbursements, and rising costs. The closures will target underperforming locations. Rival drugstores like CVS and Rite Aid are also consolidating, raising concerns about healthcare access in many communities. Walgreens is experimenting with smaller store formats and plans to refocus on retail pharmacy services. The company will also enhance its offerings with more Walgreens-branded products. (Read More...)

Lewis-Clark State College Women’s Golf has grabbed ahold No. 23 in the NAIA rankings

LC State Women's Golf is ranked No. 23 in the NAIA after a strong fall season. The Warriors have finished in the top three in every event, with a second-place finish at the Briarwood Invitational in Billings last week. Sophomore Isabella Barquet has been a standout, earning a top-10 finish at the Northwest Iowa National Invitational and being named Cascade Conference Women's Golfer of the Week. The team will finish the first half of the season at the Thunderbird Invitational next week. (Read More...)

Idaho's 2024 Elk Hunting Season Promises Strong Opportunities

The 2024 elk hunting season in Idaho is expected to be strong, as the state generally manages robust elk populations. Key areas for hunters include the Clearwater, Boise, and Salmon regions. Success rates may depend on factors like weather conditions and regional population health. Hunters are advised to check updated regulations and quotas for specific zones. (Read More...)