Tuesday, April 25
A great place to play for those who visit and the companies who serve them
It's no surprise the the economic impact of travel and tourism in North Idaho is far-reaching. Millions visit Idaho each year, making travel and tourism the state’s third-largest industry behind agriculture and technology.
Wander into adventure
Campervan company led by locals expands
Wandervans is a combination car rental company and hotel accommodation, where customers rent a Ford van they can sleep in to travel up to 125 miles per day. Coeur d'Alene natives, Nick Leonard, his long-time friend Jon Latorre, and the CEO Chris Cook became partners in 2020 to build Wandervans to what it is today.
Built on history
Much of Wallace's tourism trade is driven by the city's colorful lore
While the city's reputation of being lawless might have faded, there’s no better place for a little adventure than Wallace, Idaho. The seat of Shoshone County has a rich history that is almost unbelievable.
Match made on water
Tobler Marina, Fins and Feathers, partners on the lakes
Tobler Marina and Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service are once again teaming up for the summer boating season.
An adventure park in the trees
An aerial adventure course is nestled high up in the trees at Farragut State Park in Athol.
Target audience: Cats — and those who love them
Julie Rosengrant saw a market need and started a business to fill it. Now, The Catnip Getaway is the purrfect vacation destination for all things cats, when owners take a vacation of their own.
Agricultural commodities outlook
AgWest’s 12-month outlook for specific Northwest agricultural commodities
Chapman named Franchisee of the Year
The International Franchise Association named Brandie Chapman, the franchise owner of the Radiant Waxing and Drybar locations in Coeur d’Alene, a Franchisee of the Year.
A real estate theory of everything
Everything is connected to everything is a universal truth. Humans search for meaning, for explanations of what happened and what will happen. We shape theories to help us understand the workings of the world. Finding a theory for everything is one of the major unsolved challenges in physics.
Deadline to apply for SBA business leaders training April 30
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced on April 13 the opening of the 2023 application for a redesigned c-suite level training program for small business leaders, formerly known as Emerging Leaders.
Beacon Rheumatology opens in Coeur d’Alene
Beacon Rheumatology opened a new Coeur d’Alene location April 3. Patients in North Idaho now have additional options for rheumatology care in the region as part of the latest expansion of services offered by Beacon Cancer Care.
MacKenzie Scott funds support nonprofit leaders
Nonprofit leaders in Idaho will now have access to more resources thanks to a new partnership between the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health and the Idaho Nonprofit Center.
North Idaho accounting firms merge
North Idaho-based accounting firms Magnuson, McHugh & Co., P.A. and Dougherty & Associates have announced their merger – combining their collective century of expertise and experience to offer a wider range of services to their clients in the newly formed Magnuson, McHugh, Dougherty CPAs.
Consumer alert for Idaho employers: Tax scams and robocalls
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador is warning the state's employers about robocalls claiming their businesses qualify for the federal Employee Retention Credit (ERC). The ERC is a refundable tax credit for businesses that paid their employees despite having to shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic. Businesses that incurred a significant decline in gross receipts between March 13, 2020, and December 31, 2021, also may qualify for the credit.
Commercial real estate
Kiemle Hagood announced the completion of several commercial lease transactions.
New law codifies protection for vulnerable homeowners
Idaho Realtors and Idaho Land Title Association lead bill passage effort
A new law that will protect vulnerable homeowners and provide relief for existing property owners who have fallen victim to Unfair Service Agreements was recently signed into law, with support from Idaho Realtors and the Idaho Land Title Association.
Women of Impact Leadership Roundtable lands on 'D' is for Diversity
The Women of Impact Leadership Roundtable meet for the final series of this session in April, and we landed on the “D” in our I.M.P.A.C.T.E.D year. Diversity. Hot topic. Big topic. A where should we start, Topic. Diversity; the practice or quality of including or involving people from a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds and of different genders, sexual orientations, etc.
Springtime planning with the chamber
Ah spring — what a wonderful time of the year. The birds are singing, flowers blooming and the leaves on trees are turning to a beautiful hue. Wait. It’s the first week in April and it has been snowing off and on the last few weeks. The birds are confused, the flowers are trying to pop out of hibernation and the leaves haven’t quite sprouted yet. But as the saying goes, “April Showers Bring May Flowers.” I don’t think that meant snow showers.
Workforce and business development events a success
This spring, the Chamber and its’ committees worked hard to pull off some successful workforce and business development events. As they say teamwork makes the dream work and we have a great team of staff and volunteers that we are so very thankful for!
Is it time for digital transformation in your business?
A popular phrase now buzzing about in the business community may have you asking, just what is Digital Transformation? This could be the beginning of implementing technology in a whole new way that could take your business to the next level.
Avista first quarter earning conference call announced
Avista Corp. will hold its quarterly conference call and webcast to discuss first quarter 2023 results on Wednesday, May 3 at 7:30 a.m. PDT.
Numerica offering $10K in student scholarships
$10,000 in scholarships will be distributed to high school seniors through a scholarship program offered by Numerica Credit Union. The Starting Off Right Scholarship aims to support high school students who are pursuing higher education.
Hagadone Marine Group announces Woodhead as new director of marketing
Hagadone Marine Group in Coeur d’Alene is pleased to announce that Kodie Woodhead has been appointed as the new director of marketing.
Avondale Dental Group welcomes Dr. Sharp, DDS
Avondale Dental Group is welcoming a new dentist, Dr. Hayden Sharp, DDS, this April.
ALLWEST hires Swanson as new project engineer
ALLWEST has hired a new project engineer for the firm’s Hayden office.
Coppess receives Civilian Service Award
Dr. Lee P. Coppess has recently been recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services by receiving the Civilian Service Award for his assistance to the department in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cd'A Casino Resort Hotel named 2023 ‘top Ranked Culinary Experience’ in America
The Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel been honored as a “Top Ranked Culinary Experience” by Club + Resort Chef magazine.