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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 …
CHINA: Stories did hit home
Oh, come on now, Patricia Muehlman, lighten up about the China reporting. For many people this is as close to going to China that they will ever experience, and I for one enjoy a few minutes in the day to transport…
DAYLIGHT: Poll would enlighten
I have talked to quite a few people about Daylight Savings Time and all agree. Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry would like it to remain the way it is now and not change. In North Idaho I live alone and it gets so early …
FILM: It has a bright future
It is interesting to note that the United States Department of Labor is projected that wage and salary employment in the motion picture and video industries will grow 14 percent between 2008 and 2018, compared with…
MINNICK: The Idaho chameleon
The fall season is upon us and the trees are not the only things changing colors. Idaho's First District Representative, Walt Minnick, is showing us that depending upon his constituents, his colors change as well.
WOLVES: Otter has right idea
I applaud Gov. Otter's decision to not waste state resources on state wolf management that doesn't provide for population control. Without the public hunt option, which the wolf advocacy will never allow, what choi…
THANKS: Boys come to rescue
We would like to express our appreciation for the help of two young men on Sept. 29 on the Mineral Ridge Scenic Trail in Coeur d'Alene. We were hiking on the trail and met three young people at the top and visited …
HART: Repayment comes up short
Sorry, Phil Hart, your making a partial payment on a 15-year-old debt is too little too late. I still won't vote for you even though you are the only name on the ballot just as a show of protest. You may be making …
BUS: Standing up with Marie
I almost cried when I read about Marie Rippetoe's experience aboard the Citilink last Thursday evening. I also felt pride in her determination to stand up for herself and her safety.
WESTBORO: Baptist? No, blasphemous
The misguided followers of Fred Phelps and Westboro [Baptist] Church are scheduled to promulgate their erroneous doctrine at selected schools in Coeur d'Alene today. Such individuals could not remotely know or unde…
RICH: Wealthiest shoulder tax burden
Dear Mr. Cameron, in response to your letter printed Oct. 15, I have to say this; before you go on saying that the "rich people" should start paying their fair share of taxes, and that the "more common man" should …
Open letter to Idaho GOP chairman Norm Semanko
Dear Mr. Semanko,
MARANO: Honesty is a great virtue
I have known Paula Marano for many years. She is an excellent candidate for our state legislature. She is conscientious, honest, intelligent and ready to put in the hours and effort needed to serve North Idaho in B…
CURRIE: You know what you'll get
My husband is not a sore loser as some have labeled him. It was only after being approached by so many people that he considered running as a write-in candidate to keep his seat on the BOCC. Silly us, we opted to r…
ENGLISH: He's a proven leader
I have had the privilege of knowing DAN ENGLISH since 1976 when he was director of Youth for Christ. In 1985 he founded Anchor House, a home for troubled boys which continues to be located on Government Way in Coeu…
HAYES: Time for a change
I am writing this letter to ask for your vote for Cliff Hayes for Kootenai County Clerk.