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Editorial

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Updated 4 months ago

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…

Updated 15 years, 6 months ago
Jobs for the energetic

Three decades ago, a young Gonzaga grad started his career at the bottom of the ladder of a local utility company. It wasn't long before he crossed paths with another Zag.

Updated 15 years, 6 months ago
Advice free, lawsuits aren't

In the realm of politics, some things don't add up.

Updated 15 years, 6 months ago
Making of a champion

No sooner had Rebekah Pinkerton correctly spelled "bezoar" than the annual controversy began.

Updated 15 years, 6 months ago
Eat, drink and save money

The shopper was stunned at the cost of one cucumber: $1.29.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
Voting and accountability

The caller wondered how North Idaho’s House members voted last week on the bill that would prohibit colleges from banning guns on their campuses.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
To bee or not to bee

You know the 52 top spellers from the five northern counties are going to square off tomorrow at North Idaho College, with the winner advancing to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
Gas guzzlers, get a grip

Within one week, we found national stories posted on websites claiming gas prices this year will:

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
Trials on the trails

Virgil Edwards, we salute you.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
Start smart, home buyers

You might not know it by looking out the window, but spring really is on its way.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
Do the kids come first?

Supplemental levy elections are over in Coeur d'Alene and Post Falls for another two years, but much of the debate surrounding this year's campaigns will last well beyond then.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
Cd'A schools: One yes, one no

The Coeur d'Alene School District has responded admirably to tremendous budget challenges.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
Vote 'yes,' Post Falls

Leadership of the Post Falls School District had a goal.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
McEuen vote? Don't think so

Precedents, like presidents, can be pretty tough to live with.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
Bridging the chasm

As the Idaho Legislature wrestles with bills that would change the way public schools educate our children, the chasm separating the general public from those entrenched in the ongoing battles seems to be widening.

Updated 15 years, 7 months ago
Oh, Henry!

It comprised one of the most impressive donations we've ever seen.