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KADERKA: I owe you
I saw in the obituaries that Suzanne Kaderka passed away on Nov. 30.
POEM: A Very Special Day
When I think upon the Christmas child,
CELLPHONES: Photo answers question
All one needs to do to answer the Tuesday, Dec. 5, Coeur d’Alene Press’ question “Are cellphones a communication device, learning tool, or distraction in the classroom?” is to look at the accompanying photo of the …
GRASSLEY: Take it back
If you have not heard what Chuck Grassley said about you, check it out. His view is that people at the bottom of the pecking order don’t deserve a raise because they will just spend it on booze, movies, etc.
CODE: Reasons for concern
I am surprised that I did not read one objection Wednesday in The Press from anyone about the new building code vote by the Kootenai County commissioners.
The rigors of evaluating regulations
Kootenai County is looking up to a midget.
TAXES: Answer this, please
I am responding to the letters/comments of Ron Clark of Athol regarding “TAXES: Adopt age cap,” and Betsy Rosenberg of Rathdrum regarding “TAXES: Imports should pay.” I have two questions for both of them. 1. Why d…
HARASSMENT: Don't enable perps
You may be unaware or misinformed, but please let me enlighten you. Due to the nature of sexual harassment and sexual assault, the likelihood of a victim to falsely report is extremely rare. On average about 63 per…
HARASSMENT: Wait a second
With all the allegations flying about in the news with he says, she says, what did he know and when and who did he collaborate with, it makes one want to turn off the news and hide one’s head in the sand.
RANN: A smile a day
I want you to know how much I, and my husband, Dave, look so forward to Rann Haight’s drawing every day in the Coeur d’Alene Press. In this world of so much bad news and tragedy, I usually open the paper and go rig…
HOSPICE: Caring beyond measure
Our family and friends are gratefully expressing thanks for the professionalism, caring and just plain kindness of Hospice. The staff and management at Hospice of North Idaho Schneidmiller House outdo themselves. A…
ALZHEIMER'S: The great depriver
I want to thank Dr. Ahlquist for his 18 years of service in the ER. For all those who work in the ER, they too are heroes and saints.
STEINLE: Case's sordid side
The Kate Steinle case in San Francisco highlights the difference between conservatives, moderates and independents on the one hand and ultra-liberal air-headed loons on the other. The shooter fired three shots. He …
VISITOR: Feeling the love
Nobody held up a “California: Go Home!” sign to me this time, like they did the last time that I was up here. I spent thousands of dollars in North Idaho, and enjoyed your beautiful area for a few days. I left with…
TREE: Gift from a Forest
The city of Rathdrum would like to thank Grant Forest for donating the city of Rathdrum Christmas tree. Each year Mr. Forest kindly donates a tree to the city of Rathdrum, which is lit at the December D’Lights Cere…