Good morning, Post Falls.

On Wednesday, Bay Shore Systems, Inc. donated a $52,830.93 check to Spoken Outdoors during its annual golf tournament to fund fly-fishing trips that support first responders.

The contribution reflects Bay Shore’s 28-year commitment to local charities in our community.

Friends of Post Falls Community Forest will complete final trail improvements today.

Volunteers will gather at Q'emiln Trailhead (9 a.m. to noon) to finish the trail switchbacks and rock steps, enhancing local recreation.

The Patriot Bar opens today at 406 N.

Fourth St. in Post Falls with raffles, giveaways, taco night and live music at 6 p.m. The revamped venue emphasizes veteran support — all proceeds help local service members.

The Frank J. Harwood Initiative received a total of $2,000 from local donors, with the Coeur d'Alene Eagles Auxiliary raising funds (via its monthly 50/50 raffle) and Kootenai Title contributing through an employee jeans challenge (a weekly fundraiser for nonprofit work).

Andrea Fulks, president & CEO of the Hayden Chamber of Commerce, champions local business growth by fostering partnerships and hosting networking events.

Today she supports Hayden’s business community with education programs and creative local events.

Siemers Farm Fall Festival will showcase seasonal activities for families later this fall (including local food, crafts, and live music) on the farm property, inviting the community to celebrate the season.

Ramen Fest is planned for this weekend in Post Falls, where local vendors will serve a variety of ramen dishes plus offer cooking demos.

Community members can enjoy a festive atmosphere and support local businesses.

Scarywood returned last Friday as 300 cast members scared thousands of visitors with 10 themed zones including two new areas and the Nightmares maze (which features 14 rooms illustrating different fears) while the attraction will run until Oct.

30. The event is not recommended for children 12 and younger.

Local educators (and trades professionals) introduced kids to various career paths during a workshop at a community center in Post Falls.

The event aimed to spark interest in skilled jobs and help youth learn about trades.

North Idaho College is hosting free one-on-one FAFSA help sessions for students and families at its Coeur d’Alene campus starting Monday, Oct.

5. Held at the Meyer Health and Sciences Building (Room 143), participants must bring photo ID, federal tax info, and other relevant documents.

Coeur d'Alene School District has paid its $1.8 million share of a $13 million deficit with a conditional lump-sum payment to cover denied health claims for services from July and August & Superintendent Shon Hocker said the move ended uncertainty for staff as a new plan started Sept. 1.

Northwest Christian Crusaders beat Freeman Scotties 42-0 in a high school football contest held earlier this week.

The win boosted team confidence as they prepare for upcoming games — local fans celebrated the dominant performance.