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EBOLA: Forests hold an answer
Scientists have said for years that there is a commonality between deforestation in Africa and the Ebola virus. The Guinea Rainforest has been ravaged by clear cuts and has shrunk to less than one-fifth of its orig…
BIBLE: And the quotes continue
I find it interesting that even people who don’t believe in the Bible know certain verses by heart, i.e. “Judge not lest etc.,” and one that a man I worked under would often quote, “All things work together for goo…
ARFEE: $350,000 pain for taxpayers
When a government employee is found liable for misconduct and punitive damages are awarded, it’s the taxpayers that ultimately pay the award. But taxpayers are innocent parties, so is it right they bear the punishm…
THANKS: There is a free lunch
A big thank you. My sister and I, we are both seniors. Really like to go to Annie’s Country Kitchen for their fish and chips. We were both so humbled as the very nice waitress told us our lunch was paid for by some…
ELECTION: Leave those signs alone
It is an election year and again campaign signs are appearing in support of candidates. Most of the signs are posted on properties with permission of the owner. We have authorized and placed some campaign signs on …
POST: Standing up for the Knapps
Respect for the Knapps. This country was founded on beliefs that all men are free and have the right to happiness. I’m so sick of all the negative crap that’s been flying around. It amazes me that just because one …
GOVERNOR: Was doing his job
This letter is in response to the letter to the editor written by Laura Boro. Her assessment that Governor Otter must observe the “clear separation of church and state” is in error, as most of the media and the uni…
GAY: It's not the right way
A recent column from Mrs. Kelly Ferguson demands a response since she asks us all to join her in her new-found approval of and her welcome to the homosexual lifestyle. I regret that I cannot accommodate her and I f…
POLICE: Idaho 1, California 0
I find Mr. Bill Singleton’s opinion article to be a bit self-effacing in siting his vastly superior law enforcement training and experience since it was acquired in California. With the superior training and experi…
POST: Listen to Pastor Chuck
I am concerned how people in or out of our city are being so vocal about what we all believe in: Equal rights for all citizens of these United States.
NONINI: Don't single him out
Are the fundraisings of the Republican candidates the only important issue in Idaho right now? Jeff Selle has gone to great lengths to publicize the bank account of Bob Nonini. Is he doing something illegal? If so,…
SHRINER: Here's why he shines
You may not be aware that there is a very important position to vote for this November because of the potentially large consequences. It is for Commissioner, District 2, and who is elected will heavily influence wh…
COUNTY: Pick only the best
I would like to express the following concerns I have about the local upcoming elections. My first concern is David Stewart and Marc Eberlein, running for the two county commissioners’ positions, are campaigning to…
BRANNON: A man of integrity
I have known Jim Brannon, our current county clerk, for many years.
BUJAK: Idaho needs leader
If you really want to know about this man’s character then you need to watch the dateline special about the woman who was beaten and left for dead in southern Idaho in Canyon County and a young woman who sat in pri…