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.
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Lippert
There have been several incidents of “Michelle Lippert for Libraries” yard signs being stolen and vandalized. What part of “Thou shalt not steal” do these small-minded thieves not understand? Do they think they are…
EDITORIAL: Keeping motorcyclists safe
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Idaho. By the fifth day of the month, North Idaho was off to a tragic start with two fatal crashes claiming the lives of the two motorcyclists involved in the collisions.
ATLAS: A lower speed limit won’t work
While I can certainly sympathize with the writer regarding lowering the speed limit on Atlas from 35 to 25, I would like to make these comments.
EDITORIAL: Last call for REAL IDs. No, really this time
Well, after 19 years of "just kidding" deadlines, the REAL ID requirement is finally happening. Today is the last day before they become a requirement for getting through airport security. Sort of. Maybe.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Meditations
This weekend I attended an inspirational and hope-filled celebration of life. Because of Connor’s short life, I recalled the ending to Marcus Aurelius’s Meditations…
EDUCATION: The great teacher inspires
As a retired teacher, I’m thankful The Press includes trends in learning and education. Recent articles, “My Turn” by John Jenson, and a reprint from Idaho Education News caught my attention. Both offered insights …
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Lippert, levies
I’m proud to support Michelle Lippert for the Community Library Network Board of Trustees.
ENDORSEMENT: Vote yes for Lakeland levy
As a parent and retired educator, I am writing to express my support for the upcoming Lakeland School District levy and to encourage our community to vote yes! A longtime resident of North Idaho, I’m both grateful …
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Lippert
Knowledge is love; ignorance is fear.
EDITORIAL: 'Never forget K27'
Here's where the community comes in. We would love to see thousands line the procession route, which will begin at Forest Cemetery on Government Way and travel south to Northwest Boulevard. Vehicles will travel eas…
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Bauman
We hear so many arguments about schools and libraries today — some people seem to argue that these influential institutions are systematically abusing our children. It’s hard to believe. But if you dig into the aca…
FEDERAL CUTS: Detrimental to Idaho
According to recent data, Idaho is home to approximately 10,993 federal employees. These individuals play critical roles in managing our public lands, ensuring national security, and providing essential services to…
ENDORSEMENT: Vote yes for Lakeland levy
I am writing to express my support for the upcoming Lakeland School District levy on May 20. The levy is essential to the continued success of our schools and arguably our community. The Lakeland School District is…
ELECTIONS: Signs, signs and more signs
Another election is upon us. It’s not one of the big ones, but it is still important. Little local elections matter. Elected board members have the power to raise taxes, and some politicians use those “insignifican…
TOWN HALL: New way to raise campaign money
A cunning way to raise funds for your campaign?