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Another 'heat dome' may be headed our way
Late last month, many of us heard about the huge “heat dome,” a huge ridge of high pressure, that was locked in over much of the country. On Friday, July 22, the National Weather Service reported on that particular…
Bernie backers boost Plan B
The presumptive nominees of the Democratic and Republican parties are the most unpopular in history!
One way to solve the president predicament
There ought to be an amendment to the Constitutional amendment that limits the terms of a president to two consecutive terms, which would require each major political party’s nominee for President come only from th…
Nonprofit board tips: Consent is sweet
Few things frustrate the busy person more than wasted time in meetings. Last week’s column on nonprofit boards mentioned two ways to streamline meetings: the consent agenda and Robert’s Rules of Order.
Coach Jeff Hinz lived and finished well
In life, Post Falls High School football coach Jeff Hinz imparted many lessons to his players and students ... the importance of strength of character, teamwork, dedication and excellence. In death those same lesso…
Presidential politics play bigger in Nevada than Idaho
As an Idahoan who has lived most of my 66 years here, I can offer plenty of testimony on what there is to love about the Gem State. But it’s a pretty depressing place during presidential election years.
Grilled bison ribs with a bit of chew
Exhausted from a stressful day of work, I slowly carry myself toward my open-air Jeep, loosen my tie, unbutton my collar and heave my tired body into the driver’s seat. Before starting the engine, I inhale deeply t…
It's hot out there, so follow these tips
Monday’s news that weekend temperatures hit 90 and above in the lower 48 states — with the sole exception of Washington — was an apt reminder of summer’s downside. The shining sun is a powerful temptress, beckoning…
A new La Nina may bring us a snowy winter
May of 2016 marked the end of one of the strongest El Ninos in recorded history. We are currently in a La Nada, the in-between warmer El Nino and cooler La Nina sea-surface temperature pattern in the south-central …
Targeting police: Our new reality
Five Dallas police officers killed, three Baton Rouge police officers killed, two bailiffs killed in a courthouse, a Milwaukee officer shot several times while…
More gun laws aren't the answer
There are two things that you cannot win in Idaho: An argument with someone who is drunk in a bar, and a debate over guns — especially if you’re on the side of imposing more gun control laws.
Crapo race, a tie? Keep dreaming, Celinda
The quote is one of the classic statements attributed to the great New York Yankees catcher, the late Yogi Berra. Known for his malapropisms, his twisting of words and talent for stating the obvious, Berra’s commen…
Don't let politicians degrade our officers
I watched with a heavy heart the unfolding tragedy in Baton Rouge, La., where for the second time in a week several law enforcement officers have been killed i…
Tips for nonprofit leaders
Healthy society can’t function purely on market forces, because money can’t buy everything it needs. Certain areas shift either fully to taxpayer support, such as policing, childhood education, and justice; or find…
Finding joy in life
The sky turns from crystal clear, robin egg blue to dusty gray this Monday afternoon as the wind begins to freshen. A rare summer storm is blowing in and the game of golf scheduled for this early evening requires a…