Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Post Falls American Legion Post 143 received Watering Hole status on Friday, linking it with China Post 1 from Shanghai—a group formed in 1919 by American veterans.
About 50 people cheered as a red dragon banner was unveiled to honor the global connection.
🚧 Accidents
A hunter was rescued from the woods south of Coeur d’Alene on Saturday after suffering a serious medical issue — teams from the Coeur d’Alene Fire Department, Kootenai County Fire and Rescue, and Mica Kidd Island Fire District carried him a quarter mile to an ambulance.
🎓 Education
Today, the Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber welcomed students, educators and families to a new school year and announced events including a Save Our Schools Town Hall on Sept 10 at Lake City Center, a Community Conversation on Sept 11 at North Idaho College, and a New Educator Reception on Sept 24 to support our local workforce — all planned to strengthen education and economic growth in our community.
Coeur d'Alene Save Our Schools Town Hall is scheduled for Wednesday, September 10 at Lake City Center+ located at 1916 N.
Lakewood Drive, where moderator Marcy Curr will lead a panel including Post Falls School District Trustee Michelle Lippert, Lake City High School Teacher Jamie Esler and Lakes Middle School Principal Jeff Bengtson. The free event runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. + it will discuss public school needs.
🏛️ Government
Kootenai County Assessor Bèla Kovacs has put in place a new policy — issued on Aug.
15 — that lets him fire employees who run for his office or back a rival, causing concern among staff. Some workers fear they may lose their jobs for political actions as Kovacs readies for the next election.
🏥 Health
Idaho state employee health insurance will stop covering weight loss drugs such as Wegovy, Saxenda and Zepbound on November 1—officials said the change will save between $30 million and $50 million each year while keeping drugs for diabetes treatment covered.
🎉 Post Falls Events
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Jazz Brunch at Ten/6
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Ten/6 — $10.06 cover — Enjoy a flavorful Creole-inspired brunch while listening to captivating jazz performances.
Bo Johnson Comedy Show
8-10 p.m. — The Draft Zone — $ — Prepare for a night of side-splitting comedy, unexpected twists, and nonstop fun.
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