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Bomb cyclones have made headlines this month
Last week, a massive Pacific storm, which was referred to as a “bomb cyclone,” battered the western regions of Was…
OPINION: Simpson, Fulcher say Mayorkas must go
Idaho Congressman Russ Fulcher doesn’t watch much of the network newscasts, and generally he doesn’t think that he’s missing much. Since he lives and breathes …
MY TURN: 'Relationships are not built by political parties'
This country was built by immigrants. Some were forced here. Some came of their own free will. But with the exception of our Native American population, our descendants all pretty much showed up on a boat. That inc…
Marty and Max: Q&A to avoid first-time home buyer catastrophes
Marty sits down with local lender Alisha Neff to discuss some of the pitfalls that first-time buyers routinely fall into.
OPINION: The new Republican Party
Kootenai County is the home of the most successful, respected and emulated Republican Central Committee in Idaho, the Kootenai County Republican Central Commit…
MY TURN: Homeless solutions sought
Kudos to Lynn Fleming for outlining the huge money pit that Ignite has dug for taxpayers. Now, here is the rest of the story: Unless we want to see Spokane and Coeur d’Alene turn into Los Angeles and San Francisco,…
MY TURN: 'Warming many hearts'
“Civilized societies take care of the less advantaged." An oft mentioned quote, cited by a local elected official.
OPINION: Property taxpayers will have to foot the bill for the 'school choice' scheme
Every legislative session brings some new “school choice” scheme that is touted as a way to improve elementary and secondary education in Idaho by offering mor…
OPINION: Blue or red? You have a choice Feb. 17
While Republicans will once again host their annual Presidents Day Weekend fundraiser, Democrats will offer an alternative. On Saturday, Feb. 17 at 5:30 p.m., …
Young speakers' poise inspires
I said “yes” to teacher and friend Daniel Connelly when he extended an invitation to judge Summit Christian Academy’s speech meet last week.
Time for dragons to roar
Xin nian kuai-le — happy new year! Chinese astrology is a lot more complex than its Western counterpart. With comparatively less emphasis on astronomical progn…
The strong El Niño may have already peaked
As of late January, ocean waters along the equatorial regions are still very warm and forecasters who carefully watch the trends of ocean warming and cooling h…
HUCKLEBERRIES: Remembering 'a loyal friend and a fine sportswoman'
A fatal misstep on a diving board 81 years ago claimed one of Coeur d’Alene’s great female athletes.
MY TURN: A City & ignite cda Vision for the Atlas Mill Site
ignite cda held a workshop with the Coeur d’Alene City Council and the Coeur d’Alene Planning Commission to provide an update on the Atlas Mill site project, and to refresh memories regarding the City’s and ignite …
MY TURN: Standing by Pastor Paul
I’d like to take the opportunity to respond to the Jan. 17 editorial, “Who knew reconciliation is evil?” The editors took aim at my friend and fellow pastor Paul Van Noy of Candlelight Christian Fellowship. While t…
OPINION: ‘Save us from ourselves,’ says Congress
Given the conservative nature of the Idaho Legislature, you’d think that a resolution calling for a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution would sail th…