Columns
See the latest columns from CDA Press!
Delving in to community land trusts
A CLT is a nonprofit organization that separates home ownership from land ownership.
MY TURN: Are we losing our public libraries?
It has been a tremendous honor to serve on the Community Library Network (CLN) Board of Trustees to guide and grow public libraries in seven North Idaho commun…
OPINION: Insurrection Day
We celebrate our independence by waving flags, holding parades, barbecuing meat and lighting off fireworks. Meanwhile our liberties, our freedoms are being eroded by well-meaning oppressors and the very same govern…
MY TURN: Senate Bill 1329 impacts minors' health care
As families across Idaho gear up for summer adventures, I'm compelled to address a legislative change that will impact pediatric health care access starting Ju…
The End of the Trail Running
Reading the book Chi Running by Danny Dreyer helped me appreciate that running well can be beautiful, like a form of art.
OPINION: Birthday reflections
As the United States reaches its 247th year, the joints are getting a little creaky and we are collectively experiencing some pain in the posterior.
OPINION: Two remarkable Idahoans made the news in June
Two native Idahoans were featured in news stories during June.
Freedom's cost borne by hometown heroes
As we prepare to celebrate America’s 248th anniversary of independence we need also to remember over two centuries of selfless service to country by those who …
Happy … Second of July?
John Adams thought that should be day to celebrate independence.
MY TURN: Ensuring a respectful and inclusive Fourth of July Parade
This year, we introduced new guidelines regarding the display of certain symbols and imagery in the parade, a decision that has unfortunately led to misunderstandings and accusations.
Scientists are concerned about Mount Rainier
Within the last week, there have been some news articles featured on major news networks as to the possibility of a potential eruption of Mount Rainer.
HUCKLEBERRIES: A hero among men
Google the term, “hero,” and you’ll find a description of the late Omer Karns of Rathdrum.
MY TURN: Kootenai County Public Service Announcement special attention: Washington criminals
Fourth of July is upon us and it is no surprise that many of our arrestees will come from the state of Washington. I have a responsibility to advise Washington…
OPINION: Data expert debunks Trump’s election claims
So, you still think that the 2020 presidential election was “rigged” and that former President Trump should have been in the White House all along. Perhaps you…
MY TURN: Ten Commandments should be displayed in schools
Wow! Every time Jim Jones has a column in The Press, I have to decide if I want to read it or not. Like his name likeness, Jim Jones tries to feed us his Kool-…