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The summer of 2026 was a hot one for many
The Summer of 2026 brought exceptional heat to many parts of the world, including the U.S. According to the World …
Kids and media
Listening to the morning news, I hear reports of floods in the Midwest with 23 dead and many missing; a shooting in Tel Aviv with two dead and seven injured; then hear a reporter describe workers returning to the S…
For, of, by the people requires people
Fellow citizens are taking the oath of office in city halls this month.
How to spot fake money
Thursday’s story of a Coeur d’Alene business owner whose customer used a counterfeit bill brought back not-so-fond memories of my day as a suspected felon 25 years ago. Yes, I passed a counterfeit bill — a $100, ra…
Weather extremes should continue across U.S.
January of 2016 is starting off dry across the Inland Northwest as many are welcoming the break from the heavy snow pattern of mid to late December.
Lesson in Iran for local GOP
In my years as a strong Republican who supports Republican candidates, I am amazed at Kootenai County Republicans publicly airing criticism from their divided sides and using the Press to put their divisive views f…
America, reject political Islam
Several governors, including our own Butch Otter, have called for a [temporary] “halt to the U.S. Refugee Resettlement Program” “until better assurances of security can be obtained.” (Nov 10, 2015) President Obama …
Curing our nation's 'prevalent madness'
Once again, I am forced to explain to men who feel a woman’s right to her own body and the decisions she makes is positively her right, and her right alone. I’m still puzzled by the fact that the majority of argume…
Journaling can help create a better 2016
There is a tradition in Eastern culture that, while symbolic, makes practical sense. New year celebrants drop any angst, resentment, bitterness, fear or other negative emotions into a fire as they leap over it, so …
Coming home for the holidays goes viral
Christine Woeller is a hometown girl ... Borah Elementary, Canfield Middle School, graduated from Coeur d’Alene High School in 2011, attended the University of Idaho, studied abroad at Oxford University and recentl…
Champagne and resolve
"As this year draws to a close, I think about my living," sings John Denver in the Christmas carol, "A Baby Just Like You."
Record breakers abound in 2015
As the sun sets on another year it’s tempting to look back. What accomplishments set 2015 apart? Perhaps a new job or a healthier diet. But did you scale a mountain on crutches or become a princess?
Give our bald eagles a lift
Do you think eagles are important to our community? They help us and we help them. Let’s take a look at this symbiotic relationship.
Wishing all our veterans a very merry Christmas
It’s that time of year again. The holiday season is upon us. This festive time of year is eagerly anticipated so we can celebrate the Christmas season with families and loved ones. Our Christmas trees are decorated…
Christmas inspires history
Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Keep on dreaming, liberals; millions of us have lived it
In response to Mr. Bourget’s scathing yet entertaining rebuttal to my opinion piece from just before Thanksgiving, concerning Hillary Clinton; And now his most recent response to Mr. Miller’s recent opinion piece: …