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MY TURN: North Idaho College is proof voting works
There will always be a need to safeguard the gemstone of our community.
Expanding Medicaid isn't a mortal sin
Here in Idaho, we’re so determined to be the reddest of the red states, we write our budget in red ink. Recently, our legislators voted against accepting Expanded Medicaid coverage, blocking benefits to thousands o…
Yes, Sen. Risch can rise to the occasion
Idaho’s junior senator, James Risch, finally appears to be stepping up to fulfilling the responsibilities of the high office he holds. Even Republicans expressed surprise and disappointment when a couple winters ba…
PAC battle just shows fight for GOP control
When I heard recently about Gov. Butch Otter forming a political action committee, the first question that came to mind was … why?
Mother says gun control won't help
As the mother of a murdered son, you may think that I advocate gun control. I do not. If there was a gun control law that would protect us from criminals and terrorists I would be first to shout, “Let’s do it.”
Diverse ethnic groups can still all get along
Providence has brought varied ethnic groups together to form America as it is today. There has always been change and resistance to change. In the process, we have let history stand as written; that is, until recen…
When did common sense become uncommon virtue?
What happened to common sense in our once-great nation? With all that’s going on, I’ve come to the conclusion that baseball great Yogi Berra was brilliant. His often-quoted opinions definitely seem to make more sen…
Corridor: Serve both public and private needs
There are currently two undeveloped parcels along the north side of the Spokane River, between Mill River and west of Riverstone, and public spaces and access …
In 2016, find the help you may need
If you have no idea what a protective custody hold (also known as PC hold) is, you’re not alone. I didn’t know until I experienced it.
When Obama speaks, gun sales skyrocket
Given his position as a longtime board member with the National Rifle Association, former Idaho Sen. Larry Craig would do well by endorsing Hillary Clinton for the presidency.
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…
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…
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: …