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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 …
SCHOOLS: Survey shortcomings
The school district has sent out some YouTube videos on the upcoming levy proposals. In the videos they’re trying to entice folks to vote for the perpetual levy. I don’t like the word “perpetual” when it comes to t…
THANKS: A veteran's salute
Recently my wife and I were grocery shopping in Hayden and I was provided one of the best days of my life.
CAMERON: Thumped by Trump
Cameron’s column “CNN vs. Trump” on the Local section of the Coeur d’Alene Press is a perfect example of how differently people can view the same circumstance. Cameron is confused as to what actually happened regar…
CAMERON: Got it backward
Regarding Steve Cameron’s piece in The Press on Friday, No. 16, on the subject of Mr. Acosta, the one who inappropriately lashed out at a female in a White House press conference while he refused to put down the mi…
POLICE: Always grateful
Read the article about our police officers and I can’t help be more proud of them. They leave their families every day and put their lives on the line to protect us. I don’t think I’m worth it, but they do. God ble…
ROADWORK: Patient expectation
How wonderful it will be to have such grand improvements on Government Way! As a city we should be so thankful for prudent collaboration between our municipalities. Bravo to those who planned and are building our n…
POEM: A holiday prayer
I pray for those alone this holiday season,
THANKS: A humble servant
I would like to thank all the voters who entrusted me with the honor of being one of your county commissioners beginning in January. It will be a privilege to serve the people of Kootenai County.
ISSUES: Don't overlook these
The focus of the incoming state legislators will most likely be on Proposition 2, Medicaid expansion. Yet for Kootenai County residents, two other issues must also be placed on the front burners: The homeowner’s pr…
MEDICAID: The short answers
Shortly after Dan Hanks’ loss to Tony Wisniewski, Hanks took to his Facebook page to ask the question: “Why is there a disconnect between the label ‘Democrat’ and the policies? Across the board the policies I ran o…
TRUMP: No he didn't
He did NOT — release from Gitmo, 5 radical Islamic terrorists in exchange for Sergeant Bergdahl, a deserter and a traitor to our country.
ELECTION: Glimmer of hope
For two years, while being appalled at the president’s behavior and constant lying, I have been ambivalent about how to react to him; resist? Hope for the best? Wallow in self-pity?
SALUTE: Thanks to Applebee's
I wish to express my appreciation for the wonderful free meal provided to the veterans. I was impressed with the “missing solider” at the front door; it was tearful. I want to thank “Alexa” for the free Budweiser. …
ELECTION: Food for thought
On Election Day, it was again an honor to serve as a poll worker. Tears of pride came to my eyes as the long lines of citizens waited in the cold, sometimes rainy weather without complaint passing the time in frien…
THANKS: Kindness abounds
We are all fortunate to live in such a caring and giving community. I’d like to thank the people who stopped to inquire if I needed help when I was stranded in the median strip of Ramsey Road with mechanical troubl…