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ALBRIGHT: A master local historian
Syd Albright is a master of story telling. His writing style pulls us in and takes us for a pleasant ride into Idaho history. Back up photographs add to our imaginations. Our own Zane Grey, but Mr. Albright’s stori…
CORONER: Wilkey is most qualified
I am pleased to endorse Deb Wilkey, R.N., for a second term as Kootenai County Coroner. In addition to her R.N. and master’s degree in forensic anthropology, Deb is certified by the National Board of Medical Death …
SCHOOLS: Follow the trail of email
As many of you know, I did a public information request for the emails of Tom Hearn, Christa Hazel, and Superintendent Matt Handelman. These emails show Susan Moss, LGBT attorney, contacted the district on Sept. 2,…
EVOLUTION: The discussion evolves
I would like to congratulate Chris Major on his editorial rebuttal of my earlier letter. He is correct in his observation that evolution is in essence based on a religious belief rather than on scientific facts. I …
Your right to know: 'Who' doesn't matter
As you'll see in a moment if you hadn't noticed before, a Coeur d'Alene School District patron isn't happy with district officials. Mary Jo Finney told school board Chairman Tom Hearn to his face - in front of a te…
SENIORS: Agency calls for volunteers
Friends for Seniors Needed:
THOMAS: She has earned your vote
I am writing in support of Laurie Thomas for the office of Kootenai County Treasurer. As the Latah County Treasurer, I feel qualified to recommend this intelligent, hardworking, honest woman. As Chief Deputy in the…
BUNDY: Just the facts, ma'am
In response to Kimberly Moore’s April 16 letter about Mr. Cliven Bundy’s dispute with the BLM, I would like to correct some of the statements, offer my opinion of the situation and let Ms. Moore know I AM paying cl…
CATS: Deal with feral felines
As a resident of Coeur d’Alene for 70+ years, I feel compelled to write concerning feral cats. The recent articles about the cute little kittens in L.A. reminded me of our own problems. The cat problem in our city …
EVOLUTION: Don't put God in box
In response to Chris Major’s Letter to the Editor on April 16:
Crank up those endorsements
With the May 20 primary election just a month away, The Press Opinion pages will give highest priority to letters on local political issues, as well as letters endorsing local candidates. As a brief refresher:
COLUMN: Cheers for getting it right
Gary deYoung’s well-written and well-researched “My Turn” on Tuesday, April 15, is one that should be read and re-read by anyone wanting to improve America’s health care system. And anyone who does not wish to impr…
DEE: Child still not home
As of today, Dee has been incarcerated for 30 days. Although this may not include iron bars, it amounts to the same. Dee is not allowed to return to her home. Worse yet, she is forbidden visitation by the only peop…
GOP: Vote person, not party
GOP factions need to come together, by Colleen Allison:
COUNCIL: Up late, power to people
During a City Council meeting, developers dwelled on property rights.