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OPINION: Just like everyone else, Idaho’s Attorney General must comply with the law
Three years ago, I joined five other former Idaho Attorneys General in describing that important position as “the …
LETTER: Writer gags on 'kudos'
If you use the word “kudos” you are a trendy fool, and you sound like an idiot! I mean, like, oh my gosh… gag me with a spoon… I’m so sure. Attaboy to me for sayin’ so!
ELDERLY: No word, little hope
In June of this year the Four Seasons Assisted Living was acquired by Pacifica Companies to be managed by Encore Senior Living of Milwaukie, Ore. Upon taking ownership, they closed my mother’s house and with less t…
OBAMA: My, how views change
We keep hearing Obama blaming the Republicans for the government shutdown. In fact the Republicans voted to give the money to keep the government running. They just didn’t vote to fund Obamacare.
ACA: Here's how drama can play out
The Democrats like to claim the Affordable Care Act/Obamacare is the law of the land, and Republicans just have to learn to live with it. It was passed by Congress and signed into law by Barack Obama. But that’s no…
SHUTDOWN: Idaho should speak up
I appreciated the letter Wednesday which detailed some of the many benefits of the new health-care law.
JONESY'S: Closure kills fan's appetite
Love to visit beautiful Coeur d’Alene, but was saddened to see the closing of Jonesy’s on Sherman Avenue! It had become my favorite breakfast place during each trip. I was lucky to have their fabulous Banana Berry …
AVISTA: Brownout bad news Sunday
Sunday morning, Oct. 6, Avista Utilities suddenly had an electrical disruption starting at 9:05 a.m., and lasting until 9:55 a.m. Here it is early Sunday morning when people are eating breakfast and getting ready f…
CORNWELL: Good man for Post Falls
It is my honor and privilege to endorse Jayson L. Cornwell for Post Falls City Council. I served with Mr. Cornwell in the 141st Security Forces out of Fairchild Air Force Base for several years. In that time we dep…
SOUZA: Informed and engaged
I am writing to express my support for Mary Souza’s campaign. I have read Ms. Souza’s newsletter for years, and I have found her to be well-informed and very engaged in the public process. She is unfailingly polite…
PRESS: Paper, Obamacare critique
Finally someone wrote about not enough news in the paper.
TAXES: Help for all ages
More than 5,500 low to moderate income tax filers of all ages in Kootenai and Shoshone counties were helped in completing and e-filing their federal and state tax returns, at no cost, in 2012. This season there is …
BOURGET: The sound of reason
Tuesday’s My Turn column by Mr. Bourget was a breath of fresh air. I know from past times he has written that his references are impeccable, his style is clear and to the point, and he backs up his information with…
BUSING: Writer ran red light
I’m responding to Mr. Schneiter’s letter that states I didn’t check the facts regarding contract busing. He completely missed the point of the letter.
OBAMA: Deserves plenty of criticism
Thanks to Dean Haagenson for saying what needs to be said about our “Community Organizer in Chief.” Sadly, I think most of America refuses to see, or seem unconcerned, about what is transpiring in our country under…
MARATHON: Good all the way around
We are excited to have those who wholeheartedly support the upcoming Hayden Marathon attend the Lakes Highway District meeting at 5:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 7.