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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 …
LEVY: Answer has to be 'no'
I had received a response from a Mabel showing the budget cuts made from the Coeur d'Alene School District. Very good, however just as we in private business are shown, this is not good enough.
Which of the following three issues is most urgent for Idaho and the nation to address?
CAROUSEL: Return this gem to Cd'A
On Christmas Eve I read about the 90-year-old Carousel that used to live at Playland Pier near Independence Point during the ‘40s and ‘50s. Being nearly 75 years old myself - I was in wonderment of these, when I wa…
McEUEN: Plan to impact Tubbs Hill
The proposed McEuen Park Project draft plan appears to contain elements that impact Tubbs Hill. We believe it is important for the Friends of Tubbs Hill to be in attendance at the Jan. 6, McEuen Park Open House to …
TAXES: Enough is too much
How can the taxpayers keep paying more? They are like most - some work, some retired, some don't work but would like to.
FLYING: How to ease travel pains
Americans are outraged at the aggression displayed to law-abiding citizens by our government in the guise of "airport security." We are subjected to radiation, aggressive pat downs, sexual harassment, fears of terr…
PEACE: It can start with you
Wow, a new year and new beginnings are on the horizon! As the years pass I continue to search for ways to improve myself and my life for the benefit of others and my family.
POLICE: Question service to public
I'm writing regarding the Coeur d'Alene police officers and their response to the treatment of civilians in everyday activities. There seems to be high discontent to the people and how the police respond to them. I…
REBUKE: Criticism of cops was wrong
In response to a letter published Dec. 24, 2010, by Mr. Bill Sahlberg of Spokane Practical Pistol League Inc. (SPPL), I would like to point out that Mr. Sahlberg is certainly protected by our First Amendment to the…
GOATS: Top news? That's doubtful
In the last 24 hours, the world must have experienced real peace, and the recession ended, etc! The LEAD headline story on the Dec. 27, 2010, front page reads; "Making Soap from Goats Milk." Interesting, but are yo…
TAXES: Rules apply to everyone
We just read in The Press about the school districts having to have tax increases to balance their budget. Where can we get tax monies to balance our budget? Till there are more jobs, I think all government needs t…
NASCAR: Patrick not just doing nothing
Mr. Hitchcock in his Dec. 28, 2010, Sports section opinion piece made a number of disparaging comments concerning Danica Patrick's first year in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. No facts just opinions. However, the qu…
JOBS: Need to improve education
The reason jobs are going to other countries is because the costs are lower there. It's a simple equation and a natural progression. It's not someone's fault and no one can fix it unless they want to impose artific…
McEUEN: Carousel would be colossal
Wow! What a fantastic opportunity. To get the original carousel back where it belongs, right here on the lakeshore in the middle of downtown.
McEUEN: Giving up what we love
If I could have gotten my Christmas wish, it would have been that the "McEuen Dream Team" would have postponed the announcement of their scam for McEuen Field until after the holidays. The front page "A Vision Unve…