October 18, 2009 in Idaho Voices

Hockey teams, figure skaters will get replacement arena

Nils Rosdahl The Spokesman-Review

A year from now, ice arena activities will return to North Idaho. Kootenai Youth Recreation Organization plans to construct the KYRO Community Arena at 3525 Seltice Way. The building will replace the one destroyed by heavy snow two winters ago. The four-acre parcel once was home to Y-J Foods.

The 40,000-square-foot facility will include a 200-by-85-foot (NHL-size) rink, seating for more than 500 people, rooms for special events, a heated lobby and locker rooms. The parking lot will have level access to the rink and to the Centennial Trail.

About 250 youths ages 5-18 will participate in …

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