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Issue #308 📚 Idaho Releases Students 2025 ISAT Scores | 🚧 Operator Strike Delays Key Highway Projects in North Idaho And Much Much More...
Derek Baron
September 01, 2025
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In This CDA Local Buzz Issue
📆 Coeur d’Alene Area Local Events (Add your own event below)
🏈 Recreation, Sports, and the Outdoors 🛶
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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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The Post Falls Pavilion in Post Falls, Idaho, is a year-round indoor food court featuring 19 diverse food and drink vendors under one roof. With seating for 100 guests and amenities like on-site restrooms, it’s designed for comfort in all seasons. Since opening two years ago, it has become a go-to spot for locals and visitors looking to enjoy everything from sushi and smash burgers to Peruvian cuisine and indigenous fare, all while supporting local culinary talent.
Beyond great food, the Pavilion is grounded in community. Each vendor actively contributes through fundraisers, donations, catering, and sponsorships, making it more than just a place to eat, it’s a gathering place. Located at 3758 E Horsehaven Ave, the Post Falls Pavilion continues to grow as a local favorite that brings people together through food, culture, and connection.
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Patriot Business Alliance Launches to Support Veterans and First Responders
A new organization aimed at empowering working veterans and first responders has officially launched in North Idaho. The Patriot Business Alliance, introduced this week, seeks to create a network of support that connects service-minded professionals with businesses that value their skills and work ethic.
The Alliance is designed to serve military veterans, law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and other frontline workers by promoting business relationships rooted in shared values and mutual respect. The initiative will focus on workforce development, professional networking, and community outreach. Learn More...
Idaho Releases 2025 ISAT Scores: ELA Up Slightly, Math and Science Flat
The Idaho Department of Education has released the 2025 Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) results, offering a detailed look at how students across the state performed in core academic areas. The data shows a generally steady performance in math, English language arts (ELA), and science, though challenges remain in achieving state-level proficiency goals.
According to the latest scores, student performance in math and science held steady compared to 2024, while English language arts saw a modest improvement. Still, proficiency levels in all three subjects remain below 50% statewide, underscoring continued concerns about academic recovery and long-term achievement. Read More…
Operator Strike Delays Key Highway Projects in North Idaho
A heavy equipment operator strike in eastern Washington is causing delays across several construction projects in North Idaho. Key impacts include postponed traffic shifts, stalled girder installations, and reduced work on the I-90 widening and SH-54 reconstruction. While ITD is coordinating temporary solutions, continued delays may affect schedules into winter and 2026. Learn More…
Court Rules Trump Overreached in Using National Security to Justify Tariffs
A federal appeals court has upheld a previous ruling that struck down a wide-reaching tariff policy imposed during the Trump administration, marking a significant decision in the ongoing legal battle over trade powers and presidential authority.
The case centered on tariffs placed on a broad array of imported goods under the justification of national security, specifically Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. Critics argued that the administration overstepped its authority by using national security as a catch-all rationale for enacting economic measures that affected key allies and disrupted global trade relationships. Read More…
Engines, Animals, and Opportunities: NIBCA Gears Up for Family-Friendly Career Fundraiser
The NIBCA will host the Cows, Cars, Careers event on September 6 in Coeur d’Alene, combining family fun with fundraising for local student scholarships. Featuring a car show, yard games, food trucks, and a $1,500 CowPie Drop prize, all proceeds will support workforce development and building industry careers in North Idaho. Learn More…
Oktoberfest in Downtown Coeur d’Alene
Beer, Food & Festivities!
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Downtown Coeur d’Alene, September 19–20, 2025! 🍻 Stroll through downtown and sample over 30 crisp beers and ciders at participating businesses, then enjoy authentic German fare from special Oktoberfest menus at local restaurants. Kick off the weekend with Friday’s Tapping of the Keg, and come back Saturday for a stein-holding contest and a best-dressed competition in traditional German attire. Grab Your Tickets Here…
Coeur d’Alene Lake at Risk: Scientists Warn of Mounting Ecological Threats
Coeur d’Alene Lake, long admired for its clarity and natural beauty, is facing growing environmental challenges that could threaten its health and longevity, according to recent findings from scientists and environmental agencies.
The primary concern centers on increasing levels of phosphorus, a nutrient that in excessive amounts can trigger harmful algae blooms. These blooms not only disrupt aquatic ecosystems but can also produce toxins that endanger human health and wildlife. Most of the phosphorus enters the lake from the Coeur d’Alene River and its tributaries, where legacy mine waste and erosion from development and recreation contribute to worsening conditions. Read More…
Mild Winter, Wet Spring Boost Big Game Outlook in North Idaho
North Idaho hunters can expect a strong big game season in 2025 thanks to mild winter conditions and a wet spring. Elk, white-tailed deer, and black bear populations are all in good shape, with increased survival rates and improved forage. Hunters are advised to scout early and check updated regulations for unit-specific changes. Watch the special report….
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