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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 …
Ultimate bully: Eminent domain
If you've visited any of our public schools lately, you've likely noticed a very active campaign against "bullying." But have you ever stopped to think about the biggest bully of all - our government(s)? And one of…
California turns the criminals loose
In the November midterm elections this year, California voters approved Proposition 47, the "Reduced Penalties for Some Crimes Initiative." Described as the "Catch and Release Law" by the Modesto Bee, the passage o…
Family finds true friends after journey to Coeur d'Alene
Three weeks ago I thought I may lose my kids. Not due to drug or alcohol abuse or for lack of love or parental support but because of homelessness.
Wine tasting 101
Sariah Vieira, wine specialist at Coeur d'Alene Cellars, is hardly the snooty continental type - even though she can distinguish a syrah grape from a petite verdot by smell. She lived and sipped wine in France and …
The spirit of Christmas in uniform
Another inspiring Holidays and Heroes was held Sunday, with public safety professionals and first responders from throughout the county. It has truly been a blessing to me and Bert to volunteer with the program for…
Steves takes followers on tour of Holy Land bias
Sholeh Patrick's recent article about the "Holy Land" relates to a presentation by Rick Steves - "world-famous travel writer and PBS TV star."
Hunting with kids
"Gramps; you and I are exactly the same," my 9-year-old granddaughter, Rory, says as I glance back at her on the mountain trail in surprise. Dressed in pink camouflage on her first turkey hunt I wonder, how can the…
Idaho primary elections: Go on, get rid of 'em
I love playing golf, but I hate hitting irons.
Keep shopping frenzy out of Thanksgiving
In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God ... One of the keys to a joyful life is to live it with a heart of thanksgiving every day of our lives. Because of our history, we have chosen to give one day …
MLP: Words we need in English
Your Mrs. Language Person may be a Snitty Old Bitty, but never let it be said she has no sense of beauty, no love for creativity. No, Dear Reader, words are limited only by human ingenuity and (among the Snittier) …
'El Nino' has been gaining strength over the last several months
Weather patterns have been changing thanks, at least in part, to the warmer than normal sea-surface temperature phenomenon, El Nino. California has finally been receiving some much-needed rainfall and parts of the …
Internet isn't what's broken
So, having fixed our healthcare system (for better or worse), President Obama is planning to "fix" the Internet. Because it is so broken, of course. But don't worry, if you like your Internet service provider, you …
Parking problem plagues patrons
I was among those who were privileged to ride aboard the two free Veterans Eagle Watch Cruises on Nov. 29 and view our nation's greatest symbol: The bald eagle. I deeply appreciate the opportunity to do this, and c…
Ironman makes Cd'A better
Thanks for the brief Ironman breakdown in the Nov. 28 editorial, but I think you were pretty weak on why Ironman in the Lake City is a good idea.
Gadgets dumbing us down
Man has been described as an animal, if a highly evolved one. Animals are driven by survival, instinct - in a word, programming. Yet man can think beyond programming; just because we can doesn't mean we do - a conc…