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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 …
POEM: Tribute to open space
McEuen
CHANGE: No more cronies
I think there is a feeling that if you do not have a child in public schools, you really do not care about the election for the school board trustees to be held Tuesday, May 17. However, the lion's share of our tax…
PRAYER: Time of true inspiration
My husband and I attended the National Day of Prayer gathering on May 5 at the Coeur d'Alene City Hall and were encouraged by the leaders, the music and all those who came to pray for our nation. Fifteen pastors fr…
LAKES: Stick with incumbents
I wonder, is anyone else bothered by the Lakes Highway District race? We have three teams running for election. First the incumbents, Lekstrum and Montgomery, next Malcolm and Witherwax lobbyists and former employe…
CARTOON: Very convincing work
Dear Mudgy: Please do not be sad about the drawing in the paper last week. I know you and Millie did not make the plans for McEuen Park. You're just a nice children's book animal from right here in Coeur d'Alene an…
KAISER: Not the same ol'
A true foundation and sincere integrity, highlight only a small description of Lorna Casey-Kaiser. She offers something new to the position of Eastside Highway District Commissioner in terms of her earnest work eth…
POT: Medical usage warranted
This letter is in support of Rep. Tom Trail, R-Moscow and his Idaho Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act, or HB 19. In a country billed as By and For the People, and not pharmaceutical companies or law enforceme…
McEUEN: Other options available
There is no doubt that McEuen needs a facelift, but the one presented by the city is not realistic given the size of the community and the current economic times. If the plan had been a scaled back version with a l…
MERS: How it impacts you
Re: Saturday's article about MERS, the true horror of MERS is not that it affects the legitimacy of foreclosures, it is that it affects every homeowner and title in the state.
CDA: Right reasons to run
Recently there have been many letters suggesting that School Board "change is good." Not all change is for the better. Please read what the candidates represent that are running for Cd'A School Board positions.
MARINES: The few, the proud
In response to QMC Robert B. Hunts' letter on May 6, I too say great job by the SEALS. As to his comment about the Corps, I say jealousy has once again reared its ugly head.
McEUEN: No time for spendthrifts
Both our own city and country are experiencing the worst economic times since the Great Depression. Despite the floundering economy and its unknown and precarious future, the leadership here in Coeur d'Alene is ser…
FILLIOS: Ready to serve you
I would like to encourage all residents of the East Side Highway District to cast your vote for Chris Fillios for Highway Commissioner on May 17.
LIDS: East Side facts
As a property owner and commissioner of the East Side Highway District, I would like to correct a statement reflecting Brent Regan's comment to the current three LIDs proposed by the ESHD Board. I would like to kno…
PF: Labels are not the issue
I was shocked to find on Kootenai County Elections' website, beside the names of the two challengers for Post Falls School Board, partisan website links that promoted the candidates based on their political affilia…