Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
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🏘️ Community
The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Coeur d’Alene is asking for local donations to close a $150,000 gap in its $230,000 Red Kettle Campaign, having raised $77,000 so far to support vital programs for youth, families and seniors in Kootenai County.
Single mother Rhiannon received $1,687 in child care aid and $600 in food cards from the Press Christmas for All campaign to support her full-time work while finishing her NIC degree (after a 13-year custody battle).
She now works as a paralegal and aims to become a lawyer.
Local nonprofits + community heroes unite to help families in need this holiday season in Post Falls.
The program provides essential support and resources to residents as the holidays approach.
Post Falls American Legion Post 143 launched the Be The One program at an Army-Navy game to help veterans by training people in suicide prevention.
Post Commander Tim Shaw and veteran Davy-Crockett stressed the need for mental health support and easing the transition to civilian life.
📰 Economy
On Monday, gas prices in Idaho fell below $3 per gallon as averages in Coeur d'Alene (2.93) and Boise (2.97) dropped 12 cents from last week.
AAA said lower crude oil costs help drivers save money for holiday shopping.
🎓 Education
Evergreen Elementary is launching a community initiative to give back by collecting donations for local families, with details to be announced soon (school staff and students are involved).
🏛️ Government
On Monday, a full room of firefighters applauded the board's unanimous vote to name Pete Holley chief at the Frank J.
Harwood Training Campus. He will be sworn in at a pinning ceremony on Jan. 7 and plans to build community trust as he leads the department through tough challenges.
🎉 Post Falls Events
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Classic Cruise In at Killer Burger
1-5 p.m. — Killer Burger Hayden — Free entry — Cruise in with hotrods, enjoy great burgers, and connect with fellow car enthusiasts.
Christmas Celebration at Sun City Church
10:00 PM – 3:30 AM — Sun City Church — Free entry — Celebrate the coming of the Light of the World with worship, music, and candlelight services.
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