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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.
Defending liberty locally
Good morning. Before I moved here in 1993, a transplant from South Dakota, I spent 12 years in the U.S. Army. All soldiers take an oath to defend the nation, its Constitution, and its liberty, against all enemies "…
Here's where Obama is failing us
In response to a recent letter from Gary Edwards, the concerns of our citizens can be addressed without sarcastic patronizing. Our President and Congress may not be traitorous, but a majority of Americans believe m…
Beware of radical right wing
"And slime they have for mortar." - Genesis 11.3
Bad time for an increase
Outrage! That's what went through my mind when I read of Avista's proposal to increase electricity rates by a whopping 14 percent.
KTEC a win-win situation
The Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls and Lakeland school districts share many strengths and face similar challenges. A top priority of all three districts is to ensure that all students graduate from high school prepared …
GOP in Idaho is still grand
Now just wait a minute, Mr. Editor. It is pretty obvious that you have not recently read the Idaho Republican Platform. It is also apparent that you did not have anyone at the Convention, or you would have understo…
Evidence of design abound
Gavin Young, in the June 25 edition of The Press, wrote to object to Creationism being taught in our schools. His well-reasoned arguments were against the inclusion of religious teaching in public schools and the w…
Reject this sacrificial hoax
Noah Webster is turning over in his grave. The religious community is in utter disgust. And single moms working two jobs to feed four mouths are shaking their heads in disbelief. It's been just a few days since spo…
Hottest topics in Idaho politics
I'm no psychic and to my knowledge neither are the more than 150 candidates in Idaho looking to either get elected or re-elected to state office. But I do know this: When it comes to the most powerful voting group,…
Cougar Bay benefits all, not just boaters
In a recent article by Alecia Warren, published June 23, Jim Aucutt, chairman of the county Parks and Waterways Advisory Board was quoted as saying some things that need further clarification.
Steel on steel, help make it real!
During my life I have been involved with many worthwhile causes: anti-war rallies, world peace gatherings, natural disaster fundraising and community projects. Giving service has been important to me, but life has …
Tribute to outspoken Americans
During this Fourth of July weekend, we would like to offer the following, as an example of an "American Hero."Tom Akren, whom most will recognize by his many "letters to the editor" within this publication over the…
Please vote yes for our schools
Congressman Walt Minnick is in North Idaho this week. We're always pleased to see him here, but especially now since - very soon, perhaps before the Fourth of July - he will have the opportunity to help save severa…
Idaho doctors can offer a compassionate option
Compassion & Choices works in courts, legislatures and communities to protect and expand individual rights and liberties at the end of life. We work to improve end-of-life care in many ways, promoting policies to i…
Please, don't die in Idaho
Perhaps, we should inform all our elderly friends and relatives they should not move to Idaho. Maybe, we should go so far as to tell all of our friends and relatives regardless of age not to even visit us. Don't ha…