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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 …
GIFT: The kindness of strangers
On March 4, my cousin and I were able to brave the never-ending winter and treat ourselves to a lunch at the Cracker Barrel. Although this may seem trivial to some, it was very trying for us. You see, we are both d…
HEART: These folks have it
After reading Kerri Thoreson’s column Wednesday, I would like to add my kudos and appreciation to the Kootenai Heart Clinic.
SCANDAL: Suspecting Democrats
I am curious to know whether the participants in the big college entrance scandal were Democrats since their actions mirror that of Democrats in Washington?
RESPONDERS: Top-notch service
A special thank-you to our Northern Lakes Fire District, Rathdrum police, Avista and our EMS from the residents and staff at Generations Assisted Living in Rathdrum.
ABORTION: A murder story
After reading about some of the states OKing killing babies born alive after 9 months, I’m wondering why they jail adults who kill each other. Isn’t that the same? Please help us Lord!
DEMOCRATS: Hell awaits
Apparently, those offended by Brent Regan show no sense of humor in his rendition of Evolution. He along with anybody else with common sense knows we have a creator God that from the beginning created man and woman…
ALZHEIMER'S: Ears aren't guilty
On page A12 of the Monday, March 4 Cd’A Press, Miracle Ear has a full-page ad stating the more hearing loss one has, the greater likelihood of developing dementia or Alzheimer’s. Let’s look at this in a reasonable …
HUMOR: Life's looking up
Texas was never very kind to me. It all started when I failed kindergarten. I also failed coloring book. I could not color within the lines. I also frequently ate my crayons.
CHART: A sneak preview
When I saw the “Chart” on the front page, my first thought was, The Press has fast-forwarded the annual and much-hailed April Fuhl column by one month.
KIRK: Culture war on facts
I don’t know what professors are teaching their students in college these days, but I’m wondering if aspiring journalists were required to take an ethics course back when the writer of this piece went to school. It…
JUSTICE: Judging judges
My heart goes out to Chloe Westwood regarding her daughter, Alexa Mrgich, being killed by an impaired driver, Varsal Jarnigan. She’s seeking justice for her daughter’s death as I would be wanting to do also. I just…
ABORTION: Pro-choice poison
New York Democrat Governor Cuomo recently signed into law a bill that would allow an abortion up to the time of the baby’s delivery. What is so shocking is the lawmakers in that Assembly Room stood and cheered!
LEGISLATORS: Stop the insanity
Looking at some of the legislation that Boise is up to lately, all I can say is, “What in the heck are you thinking? What are you doing to Idaho and its people? Whatever you call these bills, STOP IT. STOP IT.”
SNOW: Jobs well done
I want to give a hearty “Thank you!” to the plow drivers who are out there clearing our roads for the firemen, law enforcement officers, emergency medical personnel, school buses and all the rest of us while we are…
BILL: Help beat cancer
I am a 15-year survivor of Stage IV non-smoker lung cancer thanks to a pill chemotherapy. But because my insurer didn’t cover the pill in the same way that they covered IV treatment, I had to sacrifice my financial…