In This CDA Local Buzz Issue

 😎 Coeur d’Alene Area Weather + Warnings + Historical Highs & Lows

 📆 Coeur d’Alene Area Local Events (Add your own event below)

 🐾 Companion Animal Center - Pet of the Week (Meet Clyde 🐕)

 🤪 Meme or Joke of the Day 

🔥 Local Business Spotlight 🔥
👉 Flowers by Lily Garland 👈

🚨 Local News and Events 🗞️ 

 🙏 Hope Emerges for Wounded Firefighter, David Tysdal, as he leaves Hospital for Rehab Facility

 🔥 Historic Grand Canyon Lodge Destroyed After Fire Was Allowed to Burn

 🔥 Hot, Dry Weather Pushes Idaho’s Fire Potential Into High Alert

 🔫 Gun Rights Group Sues USPS Over Handgun Mailing Ban

 🌭 Hot Rods, Hot Dogs, and Helping Hands July 19 Car Show at Hayden Furniture Depot

🏈 Sports, Outdoors, and Recreation 🛶

 🦣 Back from Extinction? The Real Reasons We Want the Woolly Mammoth to Return

 🎣 38-Pound Lake Trout Caught in Payette Lake Sets New Idaho Record

Record High (🔥): 1919 = 104°
Record Low (🥶): 1946 = 40°

Upcoming Local Events Happening This Week

Please make sure to click on the links as they may be changed due to
weather or unforeseen incidents that we can not control at the Buzz 🐝. 

 WEDNESDAY — JULY 16, 2025

• 5th Street Farmers Market Downtown CdA: 4 - 7 pm

• Riverstone Farmers Market: 4 - 7 pm

• Kickline Auditions for Need A Little Christmas: 6 - 8 pm

• American Red Cross Blood Drive at Triple Play Family Fun Park: 9 am - 2 pm

• Artistry of Animals (🐇 All Ages) at Higgens Point: 10 - 11 am

• Bingo for Charity at the Brewhouse in Post Falls: 9 pm - 12 am

• A STEMtastic Summer (Ages 9 -12) July 16-18: 9:30 am - 3 pm

• NBC Boys Intensive Basketball Camp at NIC (July 16-17): 12:30 am - 4 pm

• How Much More Presents Little Women, The Musical (July 16- 19): Times Vary

 THURSDAY — JULY 17, 2025

• Paint and Pool Party at CdA Pet Resort: 10 am

• Make North Idaho SAFE, free from violence: 3 - 4 pm

• Hayden Summer Concert Series - Brittany's House: 6 - 8:30 pm

• Dabbling in Game Creation Design (Ages 9-12) at CdA Public Library: 2 - 3:30 pm

• 2025 Riverstone Summer Concerts: Buffalo Speedway: 6 - 8 pm

• NBC Boys Intensive Basketball Camp at NIC: 12:30 am - 4 pm

• A STEMtastic Summer (Ages 9 -12) July 17-18: 9:30 am - 3 pm

• How Much More Presents Little Women, The Musical (July 17- 19): Times Vary

 FRIDAY — JULY 18, 2025

• July Family Picnic and Butterflies at Mica Flats Grange: 5:30 pm

• Dungeons & Dragons Guild (Ages 13+): 4 - 7 pm

• Night Golf at Ponderosa Springs Golf Course: 9 pm - 12 am

• Live on the Lake Music Series at Whispers Lounge: 5 - 8 pm

• Rusty Jackson Band at Wolf Lodge Campground: 4 - 8 pm

• A STEMtastic Summer (Ages 9 -12): 9:30 am - 3 pm

• Rathdrum Days (July 18-19): 5 pm on Friday til 7 pm on Saturday

• How Much More Presents Little Women, The Musical (July 18- 19): Times Vary

• Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre Presents Anastasia (July 18-27): Times Vary

 SATURDAY — JULY 19, 2025

• "DIY Kids' Workshop: Messi Soccer Shootout" at Lowe's in CdA: 10 am

• Coeur d’Alene Fire Department to hold Rain in the Park: 2 - 2:30 pm

• Home team Throw down: Lilac City Roller Derby at KC Fairgrounds: 2 pm

• Boardwalk Poker Run at The Boardwalk Marina in CdA: 9 am - 4 pm

• Kootenai County Farmers' Market: 9 am - 1:30 pm

• Hot Rods n' Hot Dogs Helping Hands Car Show: 11:30 am - 4 pm

• Rathdrum Days: 5 pm on Friday til 7 pm on Saturday

• How Much More Presents Little Women, The Musical: Times Vary

• Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre Presents Anastasia (July 19-27): Times Vary

 SUNDAY — JULY 20, 2025

• 1st Annual Post Falls Rust or Shine Car Show: 10 am - 3 pm

• Earth Fairy Holistics Vendor Market: 12 - 4 pm

• Super Hero Playday at Kootenai County Saddle Club: 9 am

• Love Story Market Summer Edition in Hayden: 9 am - 4 pm

• Sunset Cruise in a Private Hot Tub SpaBoat: 7 - 9 pm

• Fernan Lake Village Farmers Market: 11 am - 2 pm

• Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre Presents Anastasia (July 20-27): Times Vary

MONDAY — JULY 21, 2025

• Splashpad STEAM @ Majestic Park: 11 am - 12 pm

• Bingo at the Tipsy Pine Benefitting OMT: 7 pm

• Fundamentals of Pottery: 6 - 9 pm

• From Circuits to Sundaes Summer Day Camp (Ages 12+) (July 21 - 25): 9:30 am - 3 pm

• Steve Starkey LIVE at Stella's on the Hill: 5:30 - 7:30 pm

• Yoga for You! (Ages 18+) - Mondays and Fridays: 9:30 - 10:30 am

• Black Light Paint & Sip Classes (July 21 - 27): 6:30 - 9 pm

• Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre Presents Anastasia (July 21-27): Times Vary

 TUESDAY — JULY 22, 2025

• RV Camping Tips & Tricks: Let’s Go Glamping: 4 - 5 pm

• Rainbow Reading Hour Lap-Sit Baby Story Time (0-18 mo): 10 - 10:30 am

• Taste of Summer: Taco Tuesdays on Lakeview Terrace at CdA Resort: 6 - 8 pm

• Isenhower Wine Tasting with Denise Isenhower: 4 pm

• Live Music by Fair 2 Middlin at Trails End Brewery: 6 pm

• Black Light Paint & Sip Classes (July 22 - 27): 6:30 - 9 pm

• From Circuits to Sundaes Summer Day Camp (Ages 12+) (July 22 - 25): 9:30 am - 3 pm

• Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre Presents Anastasia (July 22-27): Times Vary

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 🙏.

Flowers by Lily Garland, based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, is redefining event florals with a bold, artistic approach. Founded by Lily Garland Coleman, a trained artist with a background in marketing and design, the boutique floral studio specializes in custom floral experiences for weddings, celebrations, and corporate events across the Inland Northwest and beyond. Known for its modern aesthetic and high-touch service, the studio crafts everything from full tablescapes and installations to on-site styling, all with a commitment to storytelling through flowers.

Lily’s business is rooted in creativity, community, and care. Beyond design, she actively supports local nonprofits through floral donations and serves in regional creative organizations. With bookings open through 2026 and upcoming design workshops in the works, Flowers by Lily Garland continues to grow as a vibrant presence in the region’s event scene—delivering not just flowers, but unforgettable experiences.

Hope Emerges for Wounded Firefighter, David Tysdal, as he leaves Hospital for Rehab Facility

Coeur d’Alene firefighter David Tysdal received a heartfelt farewell Tuesday morning as he was wheeled through the halls of Kootenai Health. Lined with fellow firefighters, law enforcement, hospital staff, and family members, the hallways echoed with cheers and applause as he departed for a specialized rehabilitation facility out of state. Read More…

Historic Grand Canyon Lodge Destroyed After Fire Was Allowed to Burn

A wildfire that ultimately destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim was allowed to burn for several days before it spiraled out of control, according to new details released by fire officials. What began as a lightning-caused fire on July 7 within the boundaries of Grand Canyon National Park was initially monitored rather than suppressed, following standard forest management practices intended to reduce hazardous fuel buildup. Read More…

Hot, Dry Weather Pushes Idaho’s Fire Potential Into High Alert

As of mid-July, much of Idaho is under a high wildfire potential alert, particularly in central and southern regions. Fire behavior analysts and meteorologists are warning that even small ignition sources, like a spark from machinery or a campfire, could quickly lead to dangerous wildfires. Crews are currently managing several active fires across the state, including ones that have already consumed thousands of acres. Read More…

Gun Rights Group Sues USPS Over Handgun Mailing Ban

Gun Owners of America (GOA), a national Second Amendment advocacy group, has filed a lawsuit against the United States Postal Service, aiming to overturn a long-standing federal restriction that prohibits the mailing of handguns by private individuals. Learn More…

Hot Rods, Hot Dogs, and Helping Hands at
July 19 Car Show at Hayden Furniture Depot

Get ready for a summer afternoon packed with classic cars, family fun, and community giving at the Hot Rods n’ Hot Dogs Car Show, happening July 19th from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM at 310 W. Haycraft Avenue in Coeur d’Alene. Located in the parking lot in front of Hayden Furniture Depot.

Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🚗 Classic Cars, Hot Rods & Rat Rods
🎶 Live DJ & Music
🍔 Free Food & Beverages
🎈 Free Bounce House for the Kids
💛 Local Giveback: Donations supporting St. Vincent de Paul of North Idaho

St. Vincent de Paul serves over 100 individuals daily with meals, housing, and support programs—including critical services for veterans and families in need. A portion of proceeds from this event will go directly to supporting their mission.

The event also has a charitable focus. A portion of proceeds and collected donations will go to St. Vincent de Paul of North Idaho, a local nonprofit that helps hundreds of individuals daily through shelter, food, and supportive services. Attendees are encouraged to bring charitable donations to help those in need right here in the community.

Back from Extinction? The Real Reasons We Want the Woolly Mammoth to Return

The drive to bring back the woolly mammoth combines ecological ambitions with emotional and symbolic fascination. Scientists hope the animals could help restore Arctic ecosystems, but critics raise ethical and practical concerns. Despite the controversy, gene-editing projects are moving forward, reflecting humanity's complex relationship with nature and innovation. Learn More…

38-Pound Lake Trout Caught in Payette Lake Sets New Idaho Record

A new state fishing record was set at Payette Lake after an angler reeled in the largest lake trout ever recorded in Idaho. The catch was officially confirmed by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and has earned its place in the state’s record books.

The record-breaking fish weighed an impressive 38 pounds and measured 44 inches in length with a 28-inch girth. It surpasses the previous record by a significant margin, making it one of the most memorable catches in recent years. Learn More...