Good morning, Post Falls.

The Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber will host its fifth annual Women’s Luncheon on Oct.22 at the Coeur d’Alene Resort where Amanda Knox will speak about her journey from wrongful imprisonment to advocacy for justice — Numerica Credit Union sponsors the event to support community leadership.

Four people died on North Idaho highways in the past eight days from separate crashes, including a motorcycle collision near St. Maries and a rollover on US 95 (Idaho State Police are investigating all incidents).

A single-engine aircraft carrying three people crashed just outside Coeur d’Alene Airport on Sunday just after 10 a.m.—all passengers exited safely before the plane caught fire and the cause is under investigation.

Local bystanders restrained a suspected stabber & police arrived shortly after to secure the scene.

A man accused of firing more than 40 rounds along I-90 last December was sentenced to three years of probation in Coeur d’Alene for discharging a firearm at an occupied vehicle (23) and must complete 100 hours of community service (as part of his fair resolution).

Waymaker Arts, a faith-based theater group, debuts its first production 'Pride vs. Prejudice' at Coeur d'Alene Bible Church with shows scheduled for Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 2 and 7 p.m.—the musical blends Christian ministry with live sword fighting, comedy and musical numbers to appeal to local audiences.

The Gregory C. Carr Foundation is funding an all-expenses-paid, month-long educational trip to Mozambique’s Gorongosa National Park next summer for one full-time NIC student who is 18 or older by May 2026.

Tony Stewart will coordinate the project — online applications must be submitted by Oct. 17 and selected finalists will be interviewed with runner-ups receiving a $500 award.

The city council approved a new councilmember at its recent meeting + local media reported the decision as officials begin to plan for upcoming changes.

Vitalant will host the Battle of the Badges blood drive on Aug.

7 to help local hospitals by inviting first responders and community members to donate blood at the Kootenai Fire Axe Room (from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 5271 E Seltice Way). The event seeks 38 donors to boost urgent blood supplies, especially for the critical O negative type.

Mark Brown became Big One Derby champion on Sunday after catching a 22.35-pound salmon—earning him a $5,000 prize while he also placed fifth with an 11.3-pound catch.

He has fished on Lake Coeur d’Alene for nearly 30 years as the event was held under new Chinook rules to protect the fishery.

Post Falls Triathlon/Duathlon

7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Q'emiln Park — Registration required — Compete in the thrilling Post Falls Sprint Triathlon for ages 14 and up.

Chase Rice Live Concert

4:00-5:30 PM — MØDE Stadium Stateline Speedway — VIP packages available — Experience high-energy country music from one of the genre's hottest stars.

Post Falls Food Truck Festival

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Post Falls Pavilion — Free entry — Celebrate culinary delights with 16 food trucks and local vendors at this three-day festival.

Killer Hot Rod and Classic Cruise

1-4 p.m. — Killer Burger Hayden — Free entry — Celebrate classic cars and hot rods in a vibrant community gathering.

Northwest Classic Car & Hot Rod Show

10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — The Club at Prairie Falls — Free entry — Admire stunning muscle cars and rare classics while enjoying food and drinks.