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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.
The cane mutiny
Recently, I have begun to use a cane when I venture into the public.
Illegal fireworks laws can be enforced
Yes, we can successfully enforce existing fireworks laws to help prevent wildfires, lessen veterans' PTSD stress levels, and relieve the "war zone" weeks around the July 4 holiday for both humans and pets.
Growth's impact on local farmers
Thank you for the opportunity to submit this letter. My name is Laurin Scarcello, and I reside at our family ranch in the Twin Lakes area, which has been in co…
For veterans' sakes, turn off the fireworks
The damage done can go way beyond mere annoyance.
VRBO: Nightmare to some, dream to others
Vacation rentals fill important niche for families and in economy.
Small miracles prevent big July 4 disaster
One man's expression of independence imperils neighbors.
Car d'Lane, where have you gone?
A car enthusiast is deeply disappointed.
Inside My Turn: America’s soul and CRT
Do souls exist? They are intangible, unquantifiable, and the closest thing that modern science acknowledges is our own body’s individual bioelectric field.
Wanted: County parks, rec master plan
Let's get all parks and rec planning on same page.
Why Pride Month matters to me
This Pride Month, I’m reflecting on allyship and what it means to show up for our family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues who are part of the lesbian, gay, …
Unfettered liberty denies justice
What is the meaning of United States citizenship?
Souza vs. McGrane on election integrity
Idaho must lead the way on Election Integrity, but our history is not very good.
MY TURN: In the end, we’re all just human
My name is Michelle. I am a daughter, a friend, a niece, and a cousin.
Education needed on wake rule change
I’ve been reading all of the articles in the paper recently about the Commissioners meeting and the vote to eliminate the 150’ no excessive wake rule.
Densifying Hayden will intensify problems
As a 40-plus year resident of Hayden, who raised three daughters in this town, I am concerned about Hayden’s population explosion.