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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 …
FILLIOS: Right for county
There is a choice for the Kootenai County commissioner who meets all the requirements of the elected position. That choice is Chris Fillios, who has resided in Kootenai County for 16 years, married to Linda, and ha…
BINGHAM: A true conservative
Four years ago Bob Bingham educated the citizens of Kootenai County about our threatened land rights. We were able to fight against and defeat the 500-page ULUC. Bob did this as a favor to Kootenai County residents…
VOTE: For these candidates
After attending numerous candidate debates and forums, I believe the choices for Legislative District 4 are clear. After the debate between Rep. Sims and challenger Mr. Amador, Mr. Amador favored “Urban Renewal.” T…
MACOMBER: Focus on freedom
We had the opportunity to meet Art Macomber running for the Idaho House for Seat 4A. We were so impressed with his focus on freedom, responsible government spending, a desire to bring about economic development thr…
PRINCE: An unfond farewell
Regarding drug abuse and dead entertainers like Prince:
CDA: A city with heart
As I sit on my front porch looking at the beautiful sky over Coeur d’Alene I find it imperative to share some recent thoughts. In the last few years I have been unfortunately witnessing a lot of friends and family …
TAX AIDE: Thank you, volunteers
This year, 100 IRS certified Tax Aide volunteers provided FREE income tax assistance to 6,100 taxpayers in Kootenai and Shoshone counties between Feb. 1 and April 15.
AMADOR: He knows what matters
Politics are nowhere near my strong suit but where I find value in a candidate is when they genuinely take the time to explain their stance on the issues surrounding North Idaho. I have had the pleasure to work pro…
CDA: Proof city cares
Being a second generation business owner in this great city, I have been very pleased with the care that has been given to us. The location of our business, Action Printers, is on the corner of two very busy street…
DOGS: Unleashed fury
I was saddened and quite frankly enraged to read about William Yeager, the Sandpoint resident who was deprived of a guide dog due to his neighbors’ unrestrained dogs. What is it about North Idaho dog owners who see…
SIMS: Clearly qualified
Just who is this Paul Amador that is running against Kathy Sims for State House of Representatives?
STORY: Hooray for 'nay'
This Idaho taxpayer wishes to thank every one of those “Naysayers” identified in the article entitled, “Just Say Nay” in the April 26 edition of The Press.
RASMUSSEN: A friend indeed
I met Duane Rasmussen in 2002 when I was campaigning for judge. My wife and I have strong beliefs about Duane as a candidate for county commissioner.
SIMS: Up to the challenges
Please join me in voting for Kathy Sims on May 17. Kathy has been a valued part of our community for more than 40 years. She understands the needs and challenges of our community and has been consistent and steady …
REBUTTAL: Wrong on all fronts
I read Darakjy’s drivel on how disastrous Democrats are when we Republicans are about to get our ?White House nominee’s ?head handed to us on a silver platter thanks to a year’s worth of Cruz or Trump attacks on ea…