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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 …
TEACHERS: Try not to lose them
Upon reading the teacher negotiations, it is very disturbing. I am almost 70 years old and raised in Idaho. I am not proud of Idaho’s good old boys politics. Idaho politics are sill the same and still in a prehisto…
EVENTS: Keep those dollars here
My daughter and I went to Carrie Underwood in February. We had dinner at PF Changs, paid for parking and purchased drinks inside the stadium, all of which was around $70. We saw many people we knew at dinner and wi…
Urban renewal and outside influence
A funny thing happened to Silver Valley residents on their way to a decision on whether or not they want an Urban Renewal Agency (URA) in their county. They've heard from their neighbors to the west, including two …
PLAY: Bravo to CHS theater
Contrary to a recent opinion I read in The Press, I was quite impressed by the Coeur d’Alene High
PRESS: Keep the haters out
On behalf of the many Democrats I know, I thank you for your recent decision to exclude from participation on your blog those few participants who use hateful, inflammatory language. Such trash-talk serves no purpo…
REGAN: Right for education reform
I’ve watched those aligned with Brent Regan’s political opponent twist his generosity, humor, and kindness to try to manufacture a political advantage. Brent doesn’t need his friends to make similar attacks to make…
SCHOOLS: Don't be bullied, voters
The supporters of the
HUNT: Heavily involved in PF
SCHOOLS: Be strong, trustees
I taught middle grades math (40 years) in Syracuse, San Diego, Los Angeles (mostly inner-city). Key: The best (and good) principals (all levels) are worth more than their weight in gold. They should lead K-12
HAZEL: She's earned our trust
I support
HAZEL: Reach for the best
A comparison of two candidates: Two candidates for Zone 1
SCHOOLS: A teacher tribute
Hail to my former colleagues in SD 271! You folks are the best! You have been doing more with less and for less for a very long time... And now the state of Idaho and SD 271 want you to do even more for even less!
SCHOOLS: Stick with this team
As a business and property owner, I strongly support our current conservative District 271
EUBANKS: Wins student approval
I am writing to tell you about my experience with Mr.
BALANCE: Ignore scare tactics
In support of its liberal