Good morning, Post Falls.

Last Thursday, the Coeur d’Alene Ladies 9-Hole Golf League donated $5K to support students through the Coeur Community Closet program that supplies clothes for school and work at local high schools and in Rathdrum — the gesture comes as local nonprofits face rising costs.

Local police chased a runaway emu (which escaped from a nearby property) through a residential area today as officials worked to safely capture the bird.

Falls Park Pond in Post Falls is set to reopen with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. Wednesday.

Families will enjoy accessible pathways, park shelters for picnics, and fishing at the pond (near Spokane Street off Fourth Avenue).

In Good Company Respite, a new nonprofit, is hosting a free tea party Saturday, Oct.

24, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Lake City Center for seniors and caregivers (RSVP by texting 208-967-4771 by Wednesday, Oct. 21) with prizes and a paddle raise planned.

3Cs will host its 10th Holiday Craft Faire on Oct.

23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jacklin Building, Kootenai County Fairgrounds. The event features 80 vendors selling jewelry, soap, woodworking and art for a $2 entry that benefits nonprofits.

The Zags women's soccer and volleyball teams earned big wins in recent matches, energizing local fans as the season continues.

Coaches report that strong teamwork & practice helped secure the victories.