Good morning, Post Falls.

The Innovia Foundation announced today that it will award $1,250,414 in grants to 113 organizations in Eastern Washington and North Idaho through its annual Community Grants Program—supporting education, youth development, health, arts, and economic opportunity.

North Idaho residents will attend a free Polynesian luau Saturday at the Post Falls Pavilion — the event runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will feature traditional dances, live music, island food trucks, a karaoke contest and a Hawaiian attire contest.

Mary Olson of Friendly Islands Kava and Toni Kefu of Friendly Islands Grill said they plan to share their culture to bring a taste of the Pacific to the local community.

The Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn received Best Western Hotels and Resorts’ Chairman’s Award—an honor for hotels scoring in the top 20 percent for cleanliness, maintenance, design and guest service.

J.J. Jaeger said the inn and its team are proud of the award, which reflects their high quality and commitment at 506 W. Appleway Ave.

A local Good Samaritan chased suspect Ryan Tietsort after he fatally shot Gary Hill during a carjacking spree in Stateline Village on Sunday morning—tracking him into Spokane County until police caught up and killed him.

River City Leadership Academy celebrated its Class of 2025 on Tuesday at Prairie Falls Golf Club, where class president Randy Westlund said asking one key question helped graduates learn to solve local challenges.

The program—16 years old—trained leaders who honored volunteer work by splitting $1,500 equally between two local nonprofits.

Velocity's Reedy overcame injuries to shine in a Spokane game, recording key plays that helped his team compete at a high level.

Local fans expect he will build on this performance in upcoming games + his role may expand as he continues his recovery.

Grad Night - Open Wheel Sprints

4-10 p.m. — MØDE Stadium Stateline Speedway — Free for graduates — Celebrate graduation with high-speed racing and community festivities.

Prairie Fest 2025 with Shane Profitt

12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — The Club at Prairie Falls — $20 adults, $10 children — Celebrate the 2nd anniversary of The Club with music, food, and a cornhole tournament for a good cause.

Post Falls Festival 2025

11 a.m.-8 p.m. — Q'emiln Park — Free entry — Celebrate summer with live music, local food, and family-friendly entertainment at the biggest event of the season.