Letters to the Editor
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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 …
SOCIALISM: Further thoughts
My letter, printed in The Press on May 8, tried to illustrate that there are elements of socialism and/or communism woven into the fabric of our society and culture. I did not mention it, but the same could be said…
ALZHEIMER'S: Call to action
There are more than 26,000 Idahoans living with Alzheimer’s disease and more than 85,000 family members and friends are acting as unpaid caregivers.
INTERNET: The need for speed
Thank you for your article in Thursday’s paper regarding TDS Metrocom coming to our area. I welcome the competition for Spectrum, and the potential to have higher speed internet extended to our home. I fully agree …
RAYDEANE: A heart of gold
I’m a woman of few words and I’m not a writer so normally I would never write a letter like this, but my family’s love for Raydeane Owens and her entire family runs so deep that everything in my being tells me to s…
RAYDEANE: A life-changer
Today, I am writing you about an opinion piece that was published Wednesday in the Coeur d’Alene Press called “judge not” by Melinda Cadwallader. It was regarding an article written in Live Well CDA by Raydeane Owe…
CLARK: For hospital trustee
I am writing this letter to urge your support of Randil Clark, MD in the Kootenai Health Board of Trustees election on Tuesday, May 21st.
JORDAN: For Lakes Highway
Scott Jordan brings many positive things to the table as a commissioner for Lakes Highway District. For one, he owns and runs his own successful business, one he has run for 38 years. It is a business that requires…
ESHD: Clarifying two points
As the current East Side Highway District Commissioner and Chair of the Board, I would like to clarify a couple of misleading comments that were made in the press release from another candidate for commissioner for…
RAYDEANE: Love her writing
I wanted to drop a quick note in support of the writing of Raydeane Owens. I happened to read one of her articles — right after I moved to the Coeur d’Alene area about two years ago. It challenged me, made me think…
TAXES: True transparency test
The Democrats are asking for President Trump’s taxes. Why are we not able to see them? Must be something wrong for him not to release them. By law he does not have to release them. Well, I think we need a law that …
FOUNTAIN: Right for Lakes
Diane Fountain has proven to be fiscally responsible with taxpayer money and has brought transparency to the Lakes Highway District operations. She watches the budget closely and is dedicated to serving the constit…
FOUNTAIN: For LHD commissioner
Diane has served on the Board of Commissioners for the Lakes Highway District for four years and has proven to be fiscally responsible with taxpayer dollars. She has brought years of transparency to the district an…
CHRISTENSEN: For ESHD commissioner
It isn’t very often any local highway districts get really qualified people to serve as commissioners, but we living in the East Side Highway District have been incredibly lucky to have Graham Christensen since 201…
RAYDEANE: More, please
I enjoy reading Raydeane Owens’ Live Well magazine articles. She is well-rounded and full of grace. Please keep her articles coming!
ARMON: For hospital board
I’m writing to express my support for Mic Armon for the Kootenai Hospital District Board. I worked with Mic for two years on the board and know what an excellent board member he is. Mic is currently Board VP, chair…