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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 …
DEMOCRATS: Wrong on everything
I am so glad to be alive in this day and age when the leading members of the Democratic Party tell me over and over that we are led by the very worst president this nation has ever had the misfortune to elect. In o…
IMPEACHMENT: Danger indeed
“Danger, Danger, Danger” was a repeated volley by attorney Jay Sekulow at President Trump’s impeachment trial. This series of three reminds of three shots in the air by someone needing rescue — similar to the SOS (…
GROWTH: Time for action
After reading Saturday’s front-page article about the “flawed” tax model, I have a question. If growth is paying for itself, why do my property taxes keep going up on my existing home?
SOLEIMANI: Applauding his removal
How dare Trump authorize a hit on Islamist Terrorist Soleimani — at Baghdad airport in broad daylight.
EXCEL: Helping program thrive
I must take this moment to once again thank The Excel Foundation for their generous support of our local schools. This year Excel funded a number of grants to purchase supplies for our music education students. Thi…
CLIMATE: A chilling footnote
I would like to add a footnote to Mr. Muise’s letter in Wednesday’s paper regarding climate change and how we are affecting it. For those who might have missed it, Mr. Muise represents Citizens Climate Lobby.
NIC: Beware unintended consequences
North Idaho College needs to be sure they have their ducks in a row on these retirement packages. About 20 years ago, the Colorado school district I was teaching in was thinking along the same line. It offered to u…
DEBT: Numbers corrected
GOVERNOR: Right on paid leave
The Coeur d’Alene Area Branch of the American Association of University Women commends Gov. Brad Little for his implementation of paid parental leave for Idaho’s executive branch employees. May other state entities…
KNIGHT: Top citizen, servant
How blessed we are. Not “lucky.” Blessed to have Pat Knight as our Chief of Police. What a heart he has for serving. He has served the people of Post Falls for so many years and I want to thank him for his heart of…
STEWART: Leadership needed now
After reading the Jan. 29, 2020, Editorial — “Time to put property tax hikes on ice” — it is my wish that former Kootenai County Commissioner David Stewart will consider running again this coming election season.
KINLEY: Thanks for the connection
Thank you for the touching article on Kinley, the 8-year-old who wanted to give, not receive, gifts on Christmas. So with help from her mom and grandma, she collected dolls and stuffed animals (even learning to sew…
TAXES: Assessing real blame
I’m a budget hawk, having never voted for a property tax increase. Yet, I believe your Jan. 29 Editorial, “Time to put property tax hikes on ice,” misses the mark.
MUSIC: Recognizing supporters
I would like to extend appreciation to a couple community organizations that have supported music education in my classroom.?Thank you to the Skyway PTA for their generous grant toward purchasing ukuleles. The stud…
BROOKS: Earning this vote
Kootenai County Commissioner Bill Brooks stands out from the herd. Reading in the Coeur d’Alene Press, I have been impressed multiple times on how Bill stands up for the common citizen and challenges privileged int…