Loyal KXLY viewer Linda Hoobler spotted this beautiful Bald Eagle sunning himself on a branch near her Rathdrum, Idaho home. 

"We tried for about a half hour in the beautiful but brisk sunshine to get him to fly," she said. "I'm afraid this proud bird was running the show today."

Do you want to see some eagles?  The Coeur d'Alene Resort starts its famed Eagle Watching Cruises this weekend.  Please, send me a picture if you see one: krisc@kxly.com

Is your cat an outdoor cat? It may be okay hanging out in the backyard chasing squirrels and smelling flowers, but check out this cat in Priest Lake. His name is Marcello and he’s the ultimate outdoor cat. Marcello was photographed with his friend, Richard Bohn, out in Friday’s snow.

The snow kitty is not phased at all by the heavy snow fall while Bohn shovels snow near his Priest Lake cabin. Marcello is embracing the elements like a yeti. He’s braver than most cats who merely sniff the snow and run back inside.

Share: Cat photos! What makes your cat epic and awesome? Email: nicoleh@kxly.com

We've already seen our first snow in the Inland Northwest and KXLY4's Chief Meteorologist Kris Crocker said several more winter storms are on the way.

Light to moderate snow is expected Wednesday in the valleys, Crocker said. The chance of snow lingers through Friday with moderate to heavy snowfall in the valleys.

She also said the temperatures aren't going to climb high enough to do much melting anytime soon.

Continued: Spokane's Snow Plan, Lookout Pass and Winter Driving Tips