Opinion
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SPENDING: Who trumps whom?
In response to a recent letter about the money President Trump is spending on non-governmental issues, I see on the internet (and we all know and trust the internet, don’t we?) that the last president spent at last…
SPENDING: D vs. GOP
Trump: The money pit from Paul Underwood of St. Maries, attacks President Trump and his family. Easy to see Paul is a far lefty and he whines because his Queen Hillary did not win. He attacks Melania Trump for cost…
GIVE: Make region stronger
Stronger nonprofits make stronger communities. Transforming lives often takes the specialized services of several different nonprofits working together. We are extremely fortunate to live in a community where nonpr…
ART: Spare public expense
Please put a fork in Wednesday’s article about spending money on the art program. Admittedly, I am not a fan of the art committee. Those beautiful white railroad crossing guard arms that light up at night in the do…
BAGS: Help your carrier
Want to help your newspaper carrier? Did you know they have to purchase the bags your paper comes in (usually blue)? Instead of throwing that bag away or sending it off to some recycling center, just take one (the …
CRIME: Busing it in
The city wants to provide a large mass transit center in Riverstone to aid a small group of people without vehicles. Sounds nice. But, in reality, the downside is alarming and jeopardizes our safety and quality of …
BEATING: Idaho, be ashamed
Mr. Bruce McDonald, my heart aches with you on the terrible beating your son, Clint, endured at the hands of his abusive caregiver, William Robertson Jr., while living at Milestone Decisions. The fact that your son…
TRUMP: Overcoming obstacles
The Associated Press seems overjoyed at the thought that Trump has failed to achieve most of his promises in the first 100 days. Presumably, he should have already built the wall, replaced Obamacare, fixed all of o…
TRUMP: What a start
Trump’s first 100 days have been anything but stupendous. The list of accomplishments is enough to entice a person to eat the most beautiful chocolate cake you have ever seen, and cry out, “America is finally great…
TWETE: For Lakes commissioner
I am encouraging you to vote for Rod Tweete for Lakes Highway District commissioner. I had the pleasure of working many times with Rod Tweete over the past six years while I was representing Kootenai County as a co…
No, you don't want him to fail
Tomorrow, President Donald Trump may (or may not) celebrate his first 100 days in office.
EASTER: Freedom to differ
Look Bob, I don’t think you ought to have shamed Sholeh Patrick for spreading a little history just because it contradicts your beliefs. Freedom of speech and all that.
GRATEFUL: For fame honor
We, Charleda and Maralee Foss, wish to extend our thanks to the Hall of Fame Committee for our nomination and acceptance into the Hall of Fame. It was wonderful to meet with many friends and former students.
PATRIOTS: I don't think so
I decided awhile back to not write in with my opinion anymore. I mean, who really cares what I think? Nobody, and that’s a fact. But seeing as I’ve never owned or even used a computer (yes, the last of the resistan…
RAIN: Building's enemy
Over the past three months I’ve been working on the future Cash&Carry at 208 E. Appleway. I recently learned the predicted opening was April 1. Unfortunately that foolish prediction was based on much warmer weather…