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OPINION: Keeping 2023 in perspective
This week the Kootenai County Democratic Central Committee will meet to hold its mid-year assessment of our affairs. I expect to hear a variety of opinions fro…
Loss a reminder not to wait for tomorrow
Two weeks ago, I was reminded of the importance of listening to promptings. July was very full in my world with visiting family, three weekend parades (two to …
Fire: A homeowner’s checklist
First, here’s hoping Kootenai County’s two weekend wildfires haven’t caused you any harm. It was only a matter of time before summer wildfires, a natural, but …
August moons and meteors
There has been much discussion about the moon for August as the celestial events for this month are rare.
HUCKLEBERRIES: Cd'A rock 'n' roll writer
You know Michael Koep as the man who is keeping Chris Guggemos’ summer music legacy alive. But Michael’s “loyal, energetic” fans know him as the drummer of …
MY TURN: What about 'Lord Biden'?
I thought Carolyn Mattoon's "My Turn" was a long and hateful 500 words, but Ethel Steinmetz Marmont's "guest opinion" July 27 is hateful rhetoric once again, the subject, "Republicans." Both guest opinions were obv…
OPINION: Risch breaks with Trump on Ukraine
Don’t get Idaho Sen. Jim Risch started on Ukraine. On second thought, do. That is, if you want to see energy, passion and a dose of common sense. Risch, the ra…
OPINION: 2024 Idaho Presidential Caucus
During the last legislative session the Secretary of State Phil McGrane pushed legislation to move the Presidential Primary from March to May. Unfortunately th…
OPINION: An unwelcome primer on Idaho’s one-subject rule for legislative measures
Believe me, the last thing I want to do is drive readers to distraction by delving into an obscure and frequently ignored provision of Idaho’s Constitution. Ar…
OPINION: Why we fight
What a beautiful place we live in! From our stunning lakes, parks and rivers, to our local events and farmer’s markets, and the exceptional teachers at our own…
Friendships that go the distance
July has been filled with family reunions and class reunions and one that was rather unique.
Get down and dirty
If puttering in the garden makes you happy, there’s a reason.
Asteroids and heat
It’s been a very warm and dry July across the Inland Northwest. The average high for this month is around 89 degrees.
HUCKLEBERRIES: Miss Diamond Cup's swimsuit controversy
In Coeur d’Alene’s 1960s, when hydroplanes thrilled spectators and a swimsuit competition was part of pageantry, a young woman in a modest bathing suit caused …
OPINION: Their hearts belong in the sky. Idahoans can help them soar
When Afghanistan fell to the Taliban in August 2021, Afghan aviators were ordered to fly their aircraft out of the country to keep them from falling into enemy…