Letters to the Editor
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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 …
BULLYING: Here is how to end it
It's anyone's guess as to how much bullying is really going on but the data we hear in the media is likely low in the estimations. Why do we put up with it in our schools and neighborhoods? Are we all to become vic…
McEUEN: Still time to do launch right
The debate regarding the future of McEuen Field and Third Street boater access illustrates the need to develop a better future for boaters on the entire lake, not just the local Coeur d'Alene city area.
WASH.: Potheads, not just potholes
Driving to Spokane the other day, I was quite surprised to hear a commercial on the radio for a clinic that seems to make it easy for virtually anyone in Washington to obtain "medical marijuana."
EGYPT: Bad, but might get worse
Anderson Cooper and other American journalists are attacked in Cairo. What a surprise! Could it be that the people in Egypt are unaware of the even-handed, just-the-facts reporting style of American mainstream medi…
McEUEN: Why not remove Resort?
I propose this: That all the buildings along the shore-line of the lake, from the city beach to the Third Street boat ramp, be removed.
McEUEN: No apologies needed
I read the fine letter from Ms. Jamie Duman, President of the American Legion Baseball Association, and disagree with one point only. Ms. Duman and Dennis Spencer do not owe an apology to myself nor any other membe…
HART: Amazing - and sad - story
I am simply amazed that Representative Hart is still in office. I was under the impression that a legislator works for the PEOPLE and is supposed to live with a higher standard of ethics than is standard.
SCHOOLS: Counselors critical to success
National School Counseling Week is being celebrated this week to focus attention on the unique contribution of professional school counselors. National School Counseling Week highlights the tremendous impact school…
SENATORS: Plea not original or wise
LEVY: Positives all the way
As a retired English teacher of 25 years and as a parent, I feel I am qualified to express an opinion concerning what qualities a good school district should possess. A strong administration and principals, qualifi…
LEVY: Science proves support
A big "thank you" to all the Ramsey Magnet School of Science 1st - 5th grade teachers who facilitated a science fair project in their classroom this January. Each teacher walked all of their students through the pr…
LEVY: Help the trend continue
Our community has a history of strong support for our children's education. Let's continue supporting our school district. Please join me in voting yes on March 8th. It is essential for our schools...our kids...our…
LEVY: Look at lovable Lakes
I would like to thank the Coeur d'Alene School District taxpayers for their previous support in past school levies. Lakes Magnet Middle School is one example of how your support has provided for district students, …
McEUEN: No apologies needed
I read the fine letter from Ms. Jamie Duman, President of the American Legion Baseball Association, and disagree with one point only. Ms. Duman and Dennis Spencer do not owe an apology to myself nor any other membe…
LEVY: Rewarding local excellence
As a life-long resident of Kootenai County, I have witnessed firsthand the positive impact the schools in the Coeur d'Alene School district have had on our local community. I have seen elementary students participa…