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…
EDITORIAL: City must take a hard look at spending
That said, we point to what the city finance director and treasure Katie Ebner recommended as the budget process continues: The city must keep wages conservative, which means do not give out large pay increases; an…
EDITORIAL: Housing remains high, but there is hope
While the Housing Wage varies by county, renters with low wages from across the state struggle to afford their home. In both Ada and Canyon counties, the housing wage is $35.35, while the average renter wage is $27…
EDITORIAL: Michael Koep hitting all the right notes
Earlier this year, when Koep’s proposal was presented to the Coeur d’Alene City Council, some expressed concerns it might not be financially feasible, and he might end up in the red. After all, the concert promoter…
EDITORIAL: Dave Tysdal on road to recovery
Dave received a hero's send off at Kootenai Health this morning with hospital staff and local first responders lining the hallways as he started his transfer to the rehab hospital that will continue his care which …
EDITORIAL: City fees hikes are reasonable, necessary
City eyes fees increases, will consider them on Tuesday
EDITORIAL: Idaho's outdoors must be respected, not abused
We know both of these cases are exceptions and not the rule. Yet, the damage can’t be undone. We agree with the court records. Not only do these actions hurt our wildlife overall, they cast a poor light on Idaho hu…
EDITORIAL: Press focus is close to home
A longtime Coeur d'Alene resident recently share this note with us. It was, he said, not for publication, "but rather just to show my appreciation for your efforts." Here are his comments: "Community newspape…
Editorial: Moving words about fallen firefighters
Marine Corps Veteran Lane Post wrote the following: In Coeur d'Alene Idaho the 29th of June Sirens wailed in the early afternoon A brush fire reported a few miles away The men donned their gear no time …
EDITORIAL: May the Fourth bring out our best
The Fourth of July is our time to show our love of country
EDITORIAL: City, Ironman should continue working together
Ironman is good for the town. It's been around since 2003, initially as a full Ironman. Besides the estimated $12 million in economic impact the 70.3 race has, we like its camaraderie and spirit. Hundreds of volunt…
EDITORIAL: Rathdrum City Council fought the good fight, made the right decision
What we want to avoid is so much growth that it spirals out of control. Now, many would argue that has already happened. When was the last time a city denied a proposed development?
EDITORIAL: Don't be foolish with Fourth fireworks
So for the next few weeks, residents will likely hear explosions. Just a few at first, but as the Fourth draws closer, more. And more. And come the Fourth, they'll explore high and loud for all to see and hear, whe…
EDITORIAL: Consider impact of personnel compensation on seniors' pockets
The city, we believe, operates a pretty tight ship. They are not prone to spending money unnecessarily. And the City Council, which approves the budget, keeps a close watch on operations and spending.
EDITORIAL: In praise of courage, but urging caution
Law officers would say it’s best to call those who are trained and equipped to deal with such situations. They may not get there within a minute, but they will be there as quickly as they can. North Idaho is fortun…
EDITORIAL: East Sherman growing, has potential to be great
Remember the “Activate East Sherman” pilot project on the 1600 block of East Sherman that began in 2018? It lasted four years and involved diagonal parking and outdoor street seating in front of the Moon Time. Both…