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OPINION: THE NIR WAY: Leading with service, not slogans

In North Idaho, freedom is more than a political principle — it’s a way of life built on responsibility, community…

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RACISM: Could have been a coincidence

Regarding Kathy Simmons letter published Aug. 8. Kathy’s assertion that she witnessed a racist act while driving on Government Way. Could have been, but why jump to racism for the poor fellow who got “exhaust spewe…

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THANKS: For saving local history

We would like to extend our appreciation to Steve and Marie Widmyer for stepping up to buy the Roosevelt Inn and save another piece of our local history. Acts of kindness and thoughtfulness in saving our local hist…

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TRUMP: Research is more important

Trump has pulled funding for cutting edge research which is not only saving lives now but could save many lives in the future.

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EDITORIAL: The never-ending fight against vandalism

Black Sheep going strong after 50 years

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CDA: Racism is here

I recently witnessed the dark side of Coeur d’Alene in action. It was a disgusting act of racism. While driving north of Government Way, I was watching a bicyclist going south in the bike lane, so I would not make …

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VETERANS: CHS football team highlight of parade

It has been a little over a month now since I walked in the Fourth of July parade with the Inland Northwest Pickleball Club. We were directly behind the CHS football team.

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STUDENTS: Furries in our schools

Why are students allowed to dress and act like animals in our schools? As a former school administrator, I thought no way! That can’t be true!

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U.S.: Time to stop meddling

The hypocrisy of today’s politicians is staggering! When will former President Obama report how his State Department financed an organization in Israel to unseat Netanyahu? Or former President Clinton confess to th…

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TRUMP: Shall we dance?

Hmmm Let’s see: $200 million to put a ballroom in the United States Capital. Will we be invited to attend a dinner and formal ball to enjoy this little extravagance? And since Brent Regan gives the definition of wo…

Updated 1 week ago
OPINION: Two tasks for our time

There are few responsibilities more important in today’s America than recognizing the inherent worth of every person, and empowering each other to speak up, be…

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EDITORIAL: Roosevelt Inn still standing strong, but it almost wasn't

It was just last year, the historic structure was faced with demolition after Blue Fern came to terms with John and Tina Hough to buy the Roosevelt Inn. They didn't plan to continue operating it as a bed and breakf…

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ROOSEVELT INN: Kudos to the Widmyers

Bill Buley’s story (Aug. 3) outlined the positive final culmination and long-term preservation of the once-threatened Roosevelt Inn.

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RESPONSE: Present both sides of the story

I feel the need to reply to Ms. Tysdal’s letter stating that no one from a church would join their four person protest concerning the conflict in Gaza. That is because the people from the church are obviously way m…

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E-BIKES: Agree with 50% of editorial

This letter is in response to the editorial in the Sunday edition on Aug. 3 titled “E-bikes rolling in popularity and complaints.”