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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 …
SHERIFF: Norris was right to revoke status
The sheriff’s jurisdiction is within Kootenai County borders to include city limits. He can deputize as needed.
SHERIFF: Lashing out is shameful
This is not how people should behave if you’re from Idaho. We are a fair community.
SHERIFF: Joint SWAT dissolution a mistake
Of all the non-partisan agencies in the county, law enforcement should be the most free of politics.
3Cs: Choir gives thanks to supporters
We are warmed by all of your support!
TRANSIT: Leaders’ early exit disrespectful
Why do we vote in people who show they don’t care what their constituents think?
VETERAN: Stolen tools burden family
I use my tools and batteries every day for work. Without them, I face another financial hurdle.
PEARL HARBOR: Press flubbed date
I’m curious — does the editorial writer really think that WW II started for America with a surprise attack by Japan in 1940?
PEARL HARBOR: Another correction
Twice in your Sunday editorial, you mentioned that the attack on Pearl Harbor happened 85 years ago. That is incorrect.
TRUMP: Building his own army
The Schedule F Plan allows Trump to hire and fire any federal employee that is not “faithful to the Administration.”
COEUR TERRE: Neighborhood residents need help
My concern is, why should the area of Indian Meadows and Northshire give up their pristine roads and trees for the developers to ruin our area?
PFSD: Homeschool students unfairly excluded from events
A small change would give every homeschooled student the chance to do the ordinary things that turn into extraordinary memories.
CORPS: Birthday thanks from veteran
On behalf of the entire Pappy Boyington Marine League, a “Hearty Well Done.”
TRUMP: Criticism insubstantial
Her claim is nothing more than snark with no supporting evidence; pure derision masquerading as critique.
JAIL: Improve conditions for prisoners
We only ask that the county bring the facilities up to the standards of the state facilities or move us to a place that meets the Idaho code.
GENERATIONS: Response to Fleming
If you have concrete proposals for change, make them. If you don’t or can’t, figure out how to do so. Or remain irrelevant and call attention to it by whining.