Opinion
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OPINION: Junkyard in the sky?
Your views of the havens at night might be interrupted by non-heavenly objects passing by your binoculars.
STUDENTS: Kudos for sharing opinion
I am so proud of the young men and women that wrote their opinion of the RCC trying to prevent them from having a voice on legislative matters.
SHORT-TERM RENTALS: A mess
As a longtime (and retired) real estate broker, I can see both sides of this issue. Local more-or-less permanent folks and their families want to retain their roots, identity, futures, peace and tranquility. Others…
EDITORIAL: Kill bill: Protect ballot initiative option
No, legislators don't always know best.
WHY?: Many questions
Why would we allow China to buy ANY property within the U.S. — period?!
FEARS CONFIRMED: Voting restrictions and NIC
Today’s paper (Jan. 25) confirmed my fears on several levels: Our state elected officials’ main concern is to restrict voting as many ways as they can think up.
BALLOT INITIATIVE: Bar already high
Efforts are underway again this year to modify Idaho’s ballot initiative requirements, and I strongly urge those supporting change to think twice.
COEUR TERRE: Indian Meadows shouldn’t pay this price for growth
It is with the greatest concern that I speak about the coming of the Coeur Terre development to the Indian Meadows neighborhood.
COEUR TERRE: Moratorium needed; listen to the people
To the mayor and councilmembers: This is in reference to the annexation of Coeur Terre.
REGAN: Hypocritical argument for school choice
It’s sad that Brent Regan is too myopic to get the full gist of this week’s screed regarding school choice.
EDITORIAL: Silence youth at your own peril
Legislative committee chairs shouldn't be afraid to hear what the kids have to say.
TRASH CAN DRAGGER: Report it if you see it
Attentions Hauser Lake residents! Haver you had your trash cans dragged down the street?
COMMERCIAL AIR TRAFFIC: A cautionary tale
Not only no, but hell no. Anyone who lived in Southern California should know the result of this somewhat innocuous proposal.
HOUSING CRISIS: Rent limits needed for out-of-state landlords
The obscene aspect of out-of-state owners jacking up rents is typical here in Coeur d’Alene, increasing homelessness.
REAL LIFE: Letter writing to ‘air grievances’ not Christian behavior
This letter is in response to Erika Willy, who wrote regarding Real Life Ministries in Post Falls on Jan. 25. I cannot let accusations like hers go unchallenged.
EDITORIAL: A breakfast treat you shouldn't miss
Economists will share forecasts unlike whatever you've heard before.