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Kootenai County, Idaho
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About Kootenai, ID

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Approximately 171,362 residents
County Seat
Coeur d'Alene
Coverage Area
1,316 square miles in northern Idaho

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Kootenai Deputies Arrest Couple Accused of Selling Meth in Fatal Overdose
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Kootenai Deputies Arrest Couple Accused of Selling Meth in Fatal Overdose

Deputies say Dustin, 39, and Angel House, 30, were indicted on drug-induced homicide charges after a Hayden man who was given meth was found unconscious on North Brighton Court and later died.

Marcus Williams2m read
KCFR unveils Frank J. Harwood Award, honors Peterson and Wagner
Community

KCFR unveils Frank J. Harwood Award, honors Peterson and Wagner

At a March 5 awards banquet in Post Falls, KCFR unveiled the Frank J. Harwood Award of Excellence, presented posthumously to Battalion Chief Frank J. Harwood as his wife Meghan accepted the honor.

Sarah Chen3m read
Kootenai County posts daily inmate roster PDF timestamped March 7, 2026
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Kootenai County posts daily inmate roster PDF timestamped March 7, 2026

Kootenai County’s map/app hosts a time‑stamped PDF "Current as of 3/7/2026 12:00:42AM" listing inmates and pending bonds, including Jessica Nikole Brown’s 3/4/2026 booking with a $0 bond.

James Thompson2m read
Idaho and Coeur d’Alene Tribe Reach $500M Water Rights Settlement
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Idaho and Coeur d’Alene Tribe Reach $500M Water Rights Settlement

North Idaho water users won legal certainty after state and tribal leaders ceremonially signed a settlement in Boise March 5 that recognizes tribal rights, protects existing users, and seeks $500 million in federal funds.

James Thompson3m read
Post Falls council unanimously annexes 7.76 acres after heated debate
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Post Falls council unanimously annexes 7.76 acres after heated debate

Post Falls City Council voted unanimously to annex four parcels totaling about 7.76 acres at North Cecil Road and East 16th Avenue, placing the land under a residential mixed zoning code; nearby residents should contact City Hall for parcel details.

James Thompson2m read
Post Falls Council Unanimously Approves Prairie Medical Zone Change for Bed Tower
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Post Falls Council Unanimously Approves Prairie Medical Zone Change for Bed Tower

Post Falls City Council unanimously rezoned about 30.88 acres at Hwy 41 and West Prairie Avenue to allow a multi-story hospital bed tower and a 14-bed emergency department first phase.

Marcus Williams3m read
Housing Affordability Crisis Prices Out 80% of Kootenai County Households
Business

Housing Affordability Crisis Prices Out 80% of Kootenai County Households

A Kootenai County study found approximately 80% of households are priced out of the housing market, linked to a loss of 5,340 jobs and $535.6 million in regional output.

Sarah Chen3m read
Winton Elementary to Celebrate 100th Anniversary with May 16 Event
Education

Winton Elementary to Celebrate 100th Anniversary with May 16 Event

A "Wolves forever" banner hangs at Winton Elementary as students and organizers prepare for a May 16 centennial with history tours at 10 a.m. and a carnival from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Lisa Park2m read
Literacy Project of North Idaho Launches One Million Page Reading Challenge
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Literacy Project of North Idaho Launches One Million Page Reading Challenge

Coeur d’Alene organizers are asking Kootenai County to help log 1,000,000 pages; signups opened March 1 and reading logs begin March 15 and run through Aug. 31.

Sarah Chen2m read
David Davis' GoFundMe Nears Goal to Buy AEDs for Timberlake First Responders
Healthcare

David Davis' GoFundMe Nears Goal to Buy AEDs for Timberlake First Responders

Athol resident David Davis' GoFundMe has raised $2,200 toward a $3,000 goal to buy portable AEDs for the Timberlake Fire Protection District after his wife Cynthia needed continuous CPR.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez2m read
Lakes Highway District Advertises 2026 Road Projects; Pre-bid March 10
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Lakes Highway District Advertises 2026 Road Projects; Pre-bid March 10

Hayden Lake: Lakes Highway District seeks sealed bids for East Hayden Lake Road rehab and a Prairie Avenue mill-and-inlay; pre-bid meeting March 10 at 10:00 a.m.

James Thompson2m read
Two I-90 Cataldo Bridges Enter Final Phase, Work Begins March 2
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Two I-90 Cataldo Bridges Enter Final Phase, Work Begins March 2

Cataldo motorists: I‑90 will drop to one lane both directions on weekdays 6 a.m.–6 p.m. starting March 2 as ITD builds temporary lanes to move traffic to the eastbound bridge.

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M.J. Murdock Trust Awards $1.9 Million to Idaho Nonprofits, Including Safe Passage
Community

M.J. Murdock Trust Awards $1.9 Million to Idaho Nonprofits, Including Safe Passage

Coeur d’Alene’s Safe Passage received $199,000 for staff development, part of $1,928,000 awarded to nine Idaho nonprofits in the M.J. Murdock Trust’s Fall 2025 grants report.

Lisa Park2m read
Hagadone Medical Clinic Transferred to Kootenai Health Effective July 1
Healthcare

Hagadone Medical Clinic Transferred to Kootenai Health Effective July 1

Kootenai Health will take over management of the Hagadone Medical Clinic July 1, bringing the onsite clinic at The Coeur d’Alene Resort that serves 1,931 Hagadone employees into its system.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez3m read
North Idaho College Restored to Good Standing; Employees Celebrate After Three-Year Probation
Education

North Idaho College Restored to Good Standing; Employees Celebrate After Three-Year Probation

North Idaho College was returned to good standing by the NWCCU after a letter dated Feb. 9; close to 100 people cheered at a board meeting and more than 150 employees later gathered for a campus lunch.

Marcus Williams3m read
International Pianist Bogdan Ota to Perform Chronos March 7 at Kroc Center
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International Pianist Bogdan Ota to Perform Chronos March 7 at Kroc Center

International pianist Bogdan Ota returns to the Kroc Center in Coeur d'Alene March 7 to present Chronos, The Master of Time, a program he says was inspired by time, nature and his four years in North Idaho.

Marcus Williams3m read
Proposed five-story, 173-room Hilton hotel eyed for Coeur d'Alene site
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Proposed five-story, 173-room Hilton hotel eyed for Coeur d'Alene site

A five-story, 173-room, 98,981-square-foot Hilton Dual Brand Hotel is proposed for the 2.71-acre bend of West Lee Court and West Appleway Avenue, with an estimated cost of $18.5 million.

Sarah Chen2m read
Alexander Z. Caldwell Sentenced to Up to 10 Years for Felony DUI
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Alexander Z. Caldwell Sentenced to Up to 10 Years for Felony DUI

A Post Falls man, Alexander Z. Caldwell, 28, was sentenced March 6, 2026 to up to 10 years in prison for felony DUI; Judge John Cafferty set parole eligibility after four years.

Marcus Williams2m read
Kootenai Electric Cooperative Hiring Linemen in Rathdrum, Hayden; Apply by March 15
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Kootenai Electric Cooperative Hiring Linemen in Rathdrum, Hayden; Apply by March 15

Kootenai Electric Cooperative is hiring linemen for the Rathdrum-Hayden service area; applications must be completed on KEC’s careers page and are open through March 15, 2026.

Sarah Chen3m read
North Idaho College Hosts Free AI Hackathon March 7 at Hedlund Building
Education

North Idaho College Hosts Free AI Hackathon March 7 at Hedlund Building

North Idaho College will host a free, team-based AI hackathon at the Hedlund Building March 7, where ten teams will prototype AI solutions for local community needs.

Lisa Park2m read
North Idaho College Hosting Sendoff for 10 Wrestlers Heading to NJCAA Nationals
Education

North Idaho College Hosting Sendoff for 10 Wrestlers Heading to NJCAA Nationals

Coeur d’Alene will gather in front of Christianson Gym at 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, as North Idaho College holds a public sendoff for 10 wrestlers headed to the NJCAA national tournament.

Lisa Park2m read
Senior Nutrition Program Marks 54 Years; North Idaho Highlights Congregate, Home-Delivered Meals
Healthcare

Senior Nutrition Program Marks 54 Years; North Idaho Highlights Congregate, Home-Delivered Meals

Post Falls diners and 13 North Idaho senior centers mark the Senior Nutrition Program's 54th anniversary as AAANI spotlights congregate and home-delivered meals.

Dr. Elena Rodriguez2m read
Kootenai County Accepting Letters of Interest, Resumes for Contract Hearing Examiner
Government

Kootenai County Accepting Letters of Interest, Resumes for Contract Hearing Examiner

Coeur d'Alene residents can apply to serve as Kootenai County's contract Hearing Examiner; the posting is open until filled and Craig Davidson can be reached at (208) 446-1084.

James Thompson2m read
United Way of North Idaho names Erica Wrublik as executive director
Community

United Way of North Idaho names Erica Wrublik as executive director

Coeur d’Alene nonprofit United Way of North Idaho has named Erica Wrublik executive director; she joined earlier this week and brings more than 12 years of nonprofit experience.

Lisa Park2m read
Molli Nixon named executive director of Post Falls 3rd Avenue Marketplace
Community

Molli Nixon named executive director of Post Falls 3rd Avenue Marketplace

Molli Nixon will become executive director of Post Falls' 3rd Avenue Marketplace effective March 1, 2026; the nonprofit runs a dignity-based grocery, a student backpack program and a senior cafe.

Lisa Park2m read
Kootenai County Candidate Filing Moves to VoteIdaho Online, Opens March 2
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Kootenai County Candidate Filing Moves to VoteIdaho Online, Opens March 2

Kootenai County candidate filing opens at 8:00 a.m. local time March 2 on the state's VoteIdaho portal and runs through 5:00 p.m. local time March 13 for county and precinct offices.

James Thompson2m read
Post Falls Chamber Names Dee Sasse Citizen, Sysco Business of Year
Community

Post Falls Chamber Names Dee Sasse Citizen, Sysco Business of Year

Nearly 600 people packed the Post Falls Chamber’s Recognition Reception, where a photo shows Justin Phillips accepting Business of the Year for Sysco Food Services and Dee Sasse is named Citizen of the Year.

Lisa Park2m read
Kootenai County Sex Offender Wanted for Failing to Register Arrested in Kennewick
Government

Kootenai County Sex Offender Wanted for Failing to Register Arrested in Kennewick

A 34-year-old wanted in Kootenai County for failing to register as a sex offender surrendered without incident after Kennewick police surrounded a home in the 4700 block of West Metaline Avenue.

James Thompson2m read
Kaylee Peterson stresses community ties in third Idaho 1st District bid
Government

Kaylee Peterson stresses community ties in third Idaho 1st District bid

Kaylee Peterson used a cardboard cutout of Rep. Russ Fulcher at Coeur d’Alene events on March 4, 2026, as she presses a retail campaign in her third straight run for Idaho’s 1st District; she must first beat Ken Brungardt.

James Thompson3m read