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…
Forum of a different color
If you're tired of the same ol' same ol' political forums, join the club. And join the crowd Thursday night.
About those low wages
Idaho is near the bottom of the national barrel in average wages. Put another way: Our average wages are far below average.
Open eyes - and meetings
In our view, Coeur d'Alene School District patron Mary Jo Finney will lose her battle to show that the school board violated state open meeting laws.
Your right to know: 'Who' doesn't matter
As you'll see in a moment if you hadn't noticed before, a Coeur d'Alene School District patron isn't happy with district officials. Mary Jo Finney told school board Chairman Tom Hearn to his face - in front of a te…
Crank up those endorsements
With the May 20 primary election just a month away, The Press Opinion pages will give highest priority to letters on local political issues, as well as letters endorsing local candidates. As a brief refresher:
Fine time for a rally
An opportunity has arrived on North Idaho's doorstep. We have a chance to work together for a worthwhile goal.
When in doubt, ask Dave
You've almost memorized the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. You've made it a lifetime mission to study the manifold court cases and expert interpretations of the laws of this land, specifically the First …
Accountability - anyone?
There is no greater threat to our national security than the economic iceberg we've collectively built and guided our country toward at ever-increasing speeds. Out-of-control federal spending must be reined in, or …
GOP voters, pick your camp
Monday night's legislative candidate forum at North Idaho College revealed few surprises. What you thought you knew about the candidates was probably confirmed after nearly three hours of talk.
Prepare for the worst
Prepare to be depressed.
Pretend it's your money
It's always easier to spend somebody else's money.
This is the people's business
The Press is formally requesting that representatives from the Idaho Attorney General's office reprise their excellent mobile workshop on public record and open meeting laws, which they so graciously brought to Nor…
Were you Fuhled?
In answer to Tuesday's most-asked question: No, a consortium of mattress manufacturers is not coming to town.
The economy is your job, too
Today we are asking you to make a donation to your local economic development organization, Jobs Plus. If writing that check doesn't make you feel as good as you do when you generously help Press Christmas for All …
Kiana is in elite company
Every student walked away Saturday with at least a medal and a precious memory, but only one is going to Washington, D.C.