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MY TURN: North Idaho College is proof voting works
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Paradise? Not yet for KHS
We, the five Kootenai Humane Society volunteers who were forced to resign over a No Kill Policy, want to strongly debunk any ideas or insinuation that we do not support a no kill shelter. It was that effort which p…
Help save the animals
Dear Community: I would like to take this opportunity to update you on the exciting progress at your local humane society.
Big hearts overcome bad burns
Sometimes it takes a tragedy to make us realize just how much people really care. We just go along when life is good and sometimes don't even express our appreciation to those around us, just for being there. We do…
Ginsburg's remarks reminders of U.S. gender inequality
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's remarks at a law school conference on the U.S. Supreme Court's relative indifference to the rights of women in recent years reflects the checkered historical record of American institu…
Real Republicans don't eat each other
Much has been written in The Press about both the local and national Republican Party, and its internal battles for control.
Popkey could be big help to Labrador
"WHAT? Dan Popkey is going to work for Raul Labrador?"
Nonini affirms veteran support
July 29, 2014
Sen. Crapo seeks help of North Idaho veterans
The men and women of our Armed Forces face many challenges as they protect our nation. Because of the unique challenges they face and solemn sacrifices they make, Congress must support the needs of service members …
Treaty review could be massive water grab
Time could be running out for North Idaho and Inland Northwest residents whose lives and livelihoods involve Lake Pend Oreille. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Bonneville Power Administration have designs …
Advisers in Iraq put their lives on the line
The United States has sent 300 advisers to Iraq to bolster Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) battling the invading ISIL (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant) militant group. ISIL is known for its brutal violence directe…
Decline in civic literacy threatens the Republic
The national celebration of Independence Day, marked by parades, picnics and fireworks, not to mention political speeches long on rhetoric and short on content, was characterized in words displayed on countless ban…
Mitchell would be breath of fresh air
The regular Democratic luncheon at the Iron Horse restaurant, Friday, July 25, featured as speaker Nels Mitchell, candidate for the U.S. Senate, running in opposition to Republican Senator James Risch, pointing out…
Hunter calls for trapping changes
I am a responsible Idaho hound hunter and I have great concerns about trapping in the state of Idaho. I believe that it is time to address the elephant in the room and I feel that we need to make some major adjustm…
Nonini response shocks veterans
On July 23, I sent Senator Bob Nonini a notice that there was going to be a meeting at the American Legion with representatives of the state office of the Veterans Administration to discuss the possibility of build…
Endangered Species Act hijacking is out of control
The customs, culture and heritage of hunting, trapping and even fishing in Idaho and other states are under attack by organizations that would have you believe they want to help the lynx and other predator species.