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CDA Local Buzz 🐝 | 🚁 Post Falls Man Sentenced to Prison for Aiming Laser at Sheriff’s Helicopter

Issue #220 💍 Timeless Treasure: Clark’s Jewelers Honored for Historic Preservation | 📖 Lippert, Bauman Face Off in Pivotal Community Library Network Election And Much Much More...

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Derek Baron
May 05, 2025

 

In This CDA Local Buzz Issue

 📆 Coeur d’Alene Area Local Events (Now you can add your own event)

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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 🙏.

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Located in downtown Coeur d’Alene, Glo Beauty Bar is a full-service salon and spa offering expert hair, nail, esthetic, massage, and lash services in a luxurious yet welcoming atmosphere. As the only AVEDA salon in the area, Glo Beauty Bar provides premium, plant-based hair care and a commitment to excellence. Founded by Natalie, a licensed esthetician with over 20 years of business leadership experience, the salon was created with a passion for beauty and top-tier hospitality.

Beyond its high-end services, Glo Beauty Bar is deeply involved in the local community, supporting sports teams, charity initiatives, and downtown events. Looking ahead, the salon will be introducing innovative treatments and a new hair color line. Whether you're looking for a full transformation or a relaxing spa day, Glo Beauty Bar invites you to indulge in an unparalleled beauty experience.

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Timeless Treasure: Clark’s Jewelers Honored for Historic Preservation

A Coeur d’Alene staple for over a century, Clark's Diamond Jewelers and its iconic sidewalk clock have stood the test of time on Sherman Avenue. The jewelry store, founded in 1907, added the now-historic two-dial street clock about 15 years later. Together, they've become a cherished symbol of continuity in the heart of downtown.

Lovingly maintained by the Clark family through generations, the clock is one of the last of its kind—still operating with original parts and wound by hand every week. It has weathered street upgrades and city changes, standing as a familiar sight for passersby and a proud beacon of the family business. Read More…

Lippert, Bauman Face Off in Pivotal Community Library Network Election

In North Idaho, two candidates with sharply contrasting visions are vying for an open seat on the Community Library Network Board of Trustees, which oversees seven libraries across Kootenai and Shoshone counties. The vacancy comes after Tony Ambrosetti, appointed last November, opted not to seek a full term.

Victoria Bauman, a former nonprofit communications director, and Michelle Lippert, a longtime Post Falls School Board member and retired college professor, are campaigning for the seat in the May 20 election. Although the race won’t shift the board’s current conservative majority, it offers a glimpse into competing philosophies on library governance, access, and censorship. Read More…

Trump Orders Overhaul of College Accreditation and Boosts AI in Education

In a bold push to reshape the federal role in education, President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders Wednesday covering college accreditation, school discipline, artificial intelligence in education, job training programs, and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).

A central focus of the initiative is a comprehensive overhaul of the college accreditation system. Under the order, U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon is directed to hold accrediting agencies accountable through measures such as denial or termination of federal recognition for poor performance or violations of civil rights laws. The directive also calls for investigations into unlawful discrimination within higher education institutions, including law and medical schools. Read More…

Post Falls Man Sentenced to Prison for Aiming Laser at Sheriff’s Helicopter

A 31-year-old man from Post Falls has been sentenced to nearly three years in federal prison for endangering a law enforcement aircraft by pointing a laser pointer at it. Aspen August Schaffer received a 35-month prison term followed by three years of supervised release for the incident, which took place in August 2024. Read More…

CDA Flea Market Brings Back Second Sundays of Music, Makers, and Vintage Finds

The Coeur d’Alene Flea Market returns every Second Sunday from May to October, featuring over 55 curated vendors, live music, artisan goods, and family-friendly fun. Each event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes performances by regional musicians, local food and drink, and interactive art experiences. Read More…  

Brunch and Bonding: The Village Bakery
Plans a Sweet Day for Moms and Kids

Families in Hayden are invited to celebrate Mother’s Day in style with a special brunch hosted by The Village Bakery on Sunday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, located at 190 W. Hayden Ave. in the Hayden Super 1 Shopping Center, promises a warm and welcoming atmosphere filled with delicious food and festive activities.

Guests can enjoy a full breakfast buffet featuring eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, and an omelet bar. The spread continues with an array of fresh-baked items, including cinnamon rolls, lemon bars, pastries, mini muffins, and cream puffs. For those with dietary needs, gluten-free options will also be available. Chocolate-dipped strawberries, fresh fruit, coffee, tea, and other beverages round out the extensive menu. Make sure to call and make reservations ahead of time! (208) 770-8733❤️

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Over 25,000 Rainbow Trout to Be Stocked in North Idaho This May

Anglers in North Idaho can look forward to a boost in their fishing prospects this month, as the Idaho Department of Fish and Game plans to release over 25,000 catchable-sized rainbow trout throughout the Panhandle Region. The scheduled trout stocking effort will take place at a variety of popular lakes and ponds, with most fish ranging from 10 to 12 inches in length. Learn More…

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