Good morning, Post Falls.

Innovia Foundation received the inaugural Building Together Award during the Council on Foundations Building Together Conference from May 5-7 in Seattle — recognizing its focus on trust-based philanthropy and community-driven solutions across Eastern Washington and North Idaho.

Shelly O’Quinn thanked local partners for strengthening regional collaboration.

Mary Pattis, a Treaty Rock Elementary third-grade teacher who has taught nearly 500 students, will retire at the end of the 2025-2026 school year.

She plans to enjoy family time and hobbies (including bird watching) after leaving the classroom.

Seniors will celebrate graduation at multiple local ceremonies: today at 6 p.m. at Venture Academy in Coeur d'Alene (60 students), Friday at Coeur d'Alene High (297 students), Saturday at Lake City and Kellogg High, and later at Post Falls and New Visions.

Fire departments across Idaho are preparing for a challenging wildfire season due to drought and low snowpack — Northern Lakes Fire District expanded its team to 21 full-time staff and added extra brush trucks, while the Idaho Department of Lands hired 260 firefighters statewide and urged residents to prepare evacuation kits.

Post Falls officials are tightening rules on social trails in local outdoor spaces to reduce unauthorized gatherings.

The new policy is set to be enforced this week to keep public areas safe and accessible.

Evening of Stand-Up Comedy with Max Knudson

7-9 p.m. — The Draft Zone — Tickets available — Enjoy a night filled with laughter featuring Boise comedian Max Knudson and friends.