Editorial
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LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER: The people who hold communities together
Starting June 15, nominations will open for local Weaver recognition and community grants. The nomination period w…
Interesting what gets people worked up
We find it interesting that almost no one expressed any concern when the Coeur d’Alene City Council was working on its budget and raised property taxes. Hardly anyone cared when the city parks were being trashed an…
EDITORIAL: Health insurance is critical, so be aware of opportunities
Idaho consumers will continue to have choices from eight carriers when shopping for individual coverage. In 2026 Select Health, PacificSource Health Plans, Blue Cross of Idaho, Regence Blue Shield of Idaho, Mountai…
A guideline for supporting your candidate
With the General Election a month away, The Press wants to outline its guidelines for submissions regarding candidates and issues that will be on the Nov. 4 ballot.
Bad decisions, even for kids, have serious consequences.
"It is prohibited for any student to threaten by word or act to use a firearm or other deadly or dangerous weapon to do violence to any other person on school grounds," the policy reads in part.
FRIDAY EDIT: Art makes Coeur d'Alene, and the world, a better place
Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy opportunities to explore the visual arts, music, theatre, literature, and cultural heritage that make Coeur d’Alene thrive.
SUNDAY EDIT: Idaho must preserve Title IX protections, prohibit biological men from participating in women’s sports
U.S. Sens Jim Risch and Mike Crapo and Reps Mike Simpson and Russ Fulcher, all Republicans recently filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in the cases Little v. Hecox and State of West Virginia v. B.P.J…
EDIT: Fire district consolidation should be welcomed, not resisted
The recent decision to consolidate Shoshone County’s two fire districts has drawn criticism, but it deserves applause.
Threats of violence never an answer
If an NIC instructor posted comments on social media about Charlie Kirk that were hateful, celebrating his assassination, then NIC trustees and administrators will address it. We trust they will deal with it in an …
EDITORIAL: Honor and respect are due to Charlie Kirk
If you ever listened to him during his discussions and debates, he was quick, bright, intelligent and respectful. He did not try to belittle anyone for their point of view. Rather, he argued his point of view. And …
EDITORIAL: Be eyes, ears for Fish and Game
Witness a hunting/fishing violation? Call CAP and report it, or go online, and you're eligible for a reward
EDITORIAL: Let's chat over coffee
I have met with several people whose opinion and knowledge I value. It’s more important that I listen than talk, so I do. There are always things happening that I don’t know about. This helps me find out. The ide…
EDITORIAL: The Civic Auditorium deserved better
It’s no secret that the city of Wallace holds its history in the highest regard. The community’s commitment to preserving its past while fighting to keep things nearly unchanged from 50 years ago is nothing short o…
EDITORIAL: Be aware of ingredients in kratom
U.S. health officials are cracking down on an opioid-related ingredient being added to drinks, supplements and other products. The FDA said Tuesday it will recommend that the ingredient be banned under federal law.…
EDITORIAL: 'Out of these ashes beauty will rise'
Employees, some who worked there for more than 20 years, gradually drifted away. It was a difficult departure. Those who worked there speak of the family-like environment, the camaraderie, the loyal customers, the …
Let’s just say it: North Idaho College powers opportunity
The numbers speak volumes: $205.9 million earned by former students, $14.2 million injected by those who moved here to study, and $53.2 million in institutional spending. This isn’t abstract math—it is evidence tha…