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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 …
INDIVIDUAL: Just be you
The greatest influencing factor that impedes many in the workforce to overcome obstacles is the belief that their human worth and their marketplace value coexist.
GROWTH: Ramsey Road warning
The North Idaho Business Journal of September 2018 printed the addition of two new apartment complexes on Ramsey Road, one with 288 apartments and the other with 36 units, both within less than a mile between them.
REFLECT: And improve nation
The day after Labor Day is almost like another New Year’s Day, full of many new beginnings. It is also a good time for us to reflect on our personal lives.
TEAMWORK: Carousel and Quixote
I’d like to compliment Devin Weeks for her Aug. 30 story about the Coeur d’Alene Carousel. Rita Snyder has worked super hard to get it up and running, as well as Cari Fraser and the entire board and staff. Coeur d’…
FESTIVAL: Organizer accolades
In response to the recent Press article about the Civic Action Festival and the question it posed about the actual non-partisan nature of the event, I am compelled to write. I have the privilege to know personally …
SPEAR: An unfair casualty
I am writing to express my disappointment with the way former Athletic Director Rob Spear has been treated and singled out for failures that were largely a function of the University of Idaho’s breakdown in policy …
TRUMP: Uniter, not divider
How refreshing it was to read Allen Marsh’s letter published today acknowledging many of President Trump’s accomplishments that one doesn’t hear from the mainstream media or read in the newspapers. The list is even…
THANKS: Post Falls police for all you do
I want to thank the Post Falls Police Department for a well-organized, informative and fun open house event last weekend! It was both adult and child focused. As a retired school teacher, I was delighted to observe…
PAY: Pondering gender
The other day I was listening to a group of ladies discussing the unfair practice of a business paying women less than men for the same work. During my working years, I have never worked for such a corporation but …
CARCASSES: A disposal problem
The other morning returning from my walk there was a dead fawn at the intersection of 15th Street and Shadduck Lane that appeared to have been hit by a vehicle. It was stiff but not bloated. I called the Idaho Depa…
HAYDEN: No to levy
It appears that the city of Hayden is asking for money in a special levy election. I don’t know if you have noticed it but often cities spend their money less than wisely on less than essential projects, and when t…
MUSIC: Keep politics out
I’ve been going to the concerts at Riverstone for years. The Coeur d’Alene Arts and Culture Alliance has done an outstanding service by providing this venue that enriches our community. However, Thursday night’s co…
TRUMP: King of fake news
I hope all you climate deniers and your kids are enjoying this wonderful summer. There are now two seasons: smoky summer and rainy winter thanks to global warning.
DUNCAN: Integrity, commitment
As time quickly approaches for the November elections, it is imperative for citizens to remember to vote. We need to exercise our civic duty!
REPTILES: Wrong aisle, sir
To the middle-aged man who brought a lizard on your shoulder into Super 1 grocery store in Post Falls on Sunday, please note that many people DO NOT like or are fearful of anything reptilian, including lizards, sna…