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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 …
TRIBE: Awareness week tribute
The Coeur d’Alene Tribe is truly a partner with education. Each year they host Water Awareness Week for students in our area. They have specialists on hand to present timely and interesting lessons supporting water…
THANKS: For your protection
A heartfelt THANK YOU to the outside police forces that came to watch over our city while our police force could be at the service of their fallen brother, Sgt. Greg Moore. You don’t even know us, but gave your tim…
FOUNTAIN: Why she's best for Lakes
I am writing this letter in regard to the Lakes Highway District Commissioner position election coming up on May 19.
BAYVIEW: Issues to be considered
The Bayview Water and Sewer District has two Board Positions up for election. It appears that some of the candidates and their supporters have a misunderstanding of facts regarding the operation of the district and…
SEYMOUR: What our schools need
I’m a grandmother and great-grandmother who cares deeply about the type of education my grandchildren receive. I’m also concerned about the environment my grandchildren are in when they are away from home. I watch …
HEROES: Many are unsung
The murder of Sgt. Moore last week is a reminder of the dangers police face every day when they put on the uniform. It is also a painful reminder for the spouses and children left behind.
MOORE: Kudos on coverage
I want to thank The Press for its extensive coverage of Sgt. Greg Moore’s funeral. In so doing, you brought a small dose of reality to thousands of people.
FOUNTAIN: Even more personal
I am very proud that my mom is running for Lakes Highway District Commissioner. She is the most honest and trustworthy person I know. She has always been there for her family and will be there for the taxpayer. She…
LAKES: Beware of this candidate
I have been observing the Lakes Highway District operations since the 2011 election. With an upcoming election on May 19, I feel the need to inform taxpayers of some things that have transpired since then. Dan Malc…
FILLIOS: A man of high integrity
I have known Chris Fillios for quite a few years and he is a man of honest and high integrity, takes his position with the highway department seriously and devotes many hours as is required. With Chris’s background…
COLUMN: Well done, Tyler Wilson
Thank you for your well-written column Friday. “Superheroes are real” is both personal and professional. Who here in North Idaho isn’t saying “Thank you!” to Sgt. Moore’s memory and those who continue to protect an…
MEYER: Ex-mayor sets record straight
An open letter to Ms. Sharon Meyer:
BOOK: Criticism from the east
The School Board must stick by plans to ban certain books because of their disgusting, amoral, and un-American content. Yes, some will point out that Steinbeck, who wrote the offending “Of Mice and Men,” won only o…
POEM: Today, by Sgt. Brett Walton
Today an officer died and so did a mother inside
POEM: Tribute to all mothers
May is the month the flowers bloom,