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.
SHERIFF: The case against Kim
I have worked for four police agencies, including the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office from 1995 until 2018 when I retired. During my career with KCSO, I came to know Kim Edmondson and her history with the sheriff’…
NORRIS: Here’s a leader
In making your decision on the next sheriff, it might be a good idea to ignore what the candidates have to say and heed the advice of the men and women, both sworn and civilian, of the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Dep…
FILLIOS: Correcting two writers
John MacPhee, a Greg Delavan supporter, has no issue with discriminating against my husband Chris Fillios for being raised in NY. A city that does not discriminate against newcomers. We came here from NH and have b…
TOURISTS: An economic savior
Hooray! Our gelded governor has discovered the cure for the Chinese 19 flu bug. TOURIST SEASON, yes folks tourist season will save us all. Let’s flood North Idaho with tourists from highly infected areas of the cou…
NEIGHBOR: Putt this, please
In response to Spokane’s Edward Murphy’s “Insult will cost you,” Mr. Murphy states that he will no longer golf in Idaho due to our unjust coronavirus safety regulations. Good one Mr. Murphy! Thank you for your cons…
VIRUS: Life in jeopardy
Response to Michael Gears:
NEIGHBOR: Enough Washingtonitis
Regarding SPOKANE: “Insult will cost you” (printed Apirl 30):
NEIGHBOR: Growth spurt needed
Dear Edward Murphy,
NEIGHBOR: Fore, yourself
To Edward Murphy in response to his letter in the Coeur d’Alene Press, April 29, that states he will never golf again in Idaho as he was not permitted to do so since he is from Spokane.
QUESTIONS: Just asking
For the life of me, I wondered why so many people want to be Sheriff of Kootenai County. The average salary is $106,000 plus other additions such as education, longevity, classes taken, etc.
CITATIONS: Spread ‘em, governor
I have been impressed with our governor, Brad Little’s leadership during our health crisis. But if the Rathdrum City Police Department can cite people for violating the social distancing and only essential services…
PRESS: Savoring Larson article
Thank you for the wonderful article on Chris Larson, hometown hero. Chris is a man of integrity, a hard worker and always upbeat with a sincere smile that not only exudes kindness, but goes on forever. Observing hi…
The primary lesson in local politics
The caller said she needed to vent, and boy, did she.
BARRON: Pick a patriot
Please vote for Alex Barron for Idaho State Senate District 3. He is a true conservative and a patriot, and will do right by our great state of Idaho. He is supported by Don Cheatham, the outgoing Idaho State Senat…
EDMONDSON: Mom sets record straight
On a full page ad in your paper on April 23, Robert Norris, himself, gave his straight forward answers and one of his answers is an untruth. He was asked, “Are you the ONLY California candidate?” He replied “No. Th…