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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 …
Community Thanks
Giving thanks to our neighbors.
NIR: A response from Brent Regan
Fifteen years ago when North Idaho Republican members controlled our Kootenai County Republican Party, the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee was a sleepy, low-energy group of pamphleteers whose sole purp…
MEDICAID: Blame Legislature for cuts
At 87, I never imagined worrying about whether I might lose the place where I’m trying to recover.
KCRCC: Vetting, guide excluded candidates
This is the first time in five years of serving on the KCRCC that I am aware that not all of the candidates were sent an invitation to participate in vetting.
Borrenpohl: Sets bad precedent for public meetings
Should a precedent be set to allow similar unruly behavior at other public meetings, such as hearings, city council or school board meetings? Of course not
RATHDRUM: Why not build a swimming pool?
If you can build all those houses, you can fit in a 50-meter swim pool!
ELECTRIC CARS: Solution to multiple problems
Owning an electric car is not just a personal choice, it is a meaningful step toward a more sustainable future.
ASSESSOR: Another Knapp endorsement
We need Allyson to restore the public trust in the assessor’s department.
VOTING: Local level matters
Our elected officials represent us and their decisions influence which ideas are protected, challenged or even silenced.
PRIMARIES: No do-overs anymore
On May 19th, cast your vote for the best qualified candidates, as the Idaho Legislature last year changed rules regarding running for public office.
BEARS: Belong behind bars
I find it distressful that a visit to Old Faithful is akin to walking into a big city alley after dark.
CHS THEATRE: “It’s a sad song!”
“Sad Songs” continue today.
LIBRARIES: Clearing muddy waters
I would like to set the record straight on the most salient issue referenced: the Cooperative Information Network’s unnecessary break with the Community Library Network.
NIR: Preserving values that defined Idaho
PRIMARY: Tilling for the truth
As a transplant from a state that’s disintegrated under liberal policies, I know that our elected representatives matter.