Good morning, Post Falls.

Local residents are divided over a new library proposal as some support the plan while others express concerns, and city officials will review feedback to decide on next steps soon.

Mercedes Segismundo of Benzo Box marked two years at the Post Falls Pavilion where she serves Asian fusion food and sings karaoke—Kym Nagel said she is known for always singing and dancing.

The celebration over the weekend includes a luau and plans for a drive-thru option for Benzo Box and Spill the Tea—events that aim to keep the energy high in the Pavilion.

The Post Falls School District announced that Superintendent Dena Naccarato will retire in 2026 and that Anna Wilson will serve as interim superintendent for the 2026—27 school year—other administrative changes were also revealed on Monday.

The district has appointed Janelle Baillie as assistant superintendent for secondary programs, Scott Ross as assistant superintendent for elementary programs, Mark Mason to lead Post Falls High, Tabitha Booth as principal of Post Falls Middle, Trayce Hemenway at Mullan Trail Elementary and Sarah Triphahn as interim principal at Ponderosa Elementary.

Selkirk Fire & Rescue warned that budget cuts could force a drop in firefighter staffing so that in 2026 there might be only one firefighter on duty.

A heat advisory is in effect from noon Monday to 8 p.m. Tuesday for areas including Post Falls — residents are advised to drink fluids, stay in cool spaces, and check on neighbors.

Crews will begin the next phase of the Post Falls chip seal project Monday and will apply a fog seal on streets that were chip sealed last month—residents should move vehicles off these roads between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.

The I-90 widening project will begin Monday as workers add lanes to ease traffic—officials say the work will take several months.

Candidates for the Rathdrum Police chief role met with dozens of residents at a public event to share their ideas for handling the city’s growth.

They said they plan to work with local law enforcement— a decision to replace retired Chief Tomi McLean is expected in the coming weeks.

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.