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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 …
ELECTION: Why you should vote
Do you care who runs your state and county, and represents you at the federal level? If so, we all need to vote in the primary election Tuesday, May 20. It’s no secret that Idaho is one of the reddest states, if no…
DEE: Another victim of H&W
I have been following the story of Dee, the young foster child taken from the only home she has ever really known. How unbelievably traumatizing — perpetrated by an agency that the public believes is supposed to ac…
COINUTS: Left holding the bag
When I moved to Coeur d’Alene two years ago, I became aware of this CoiNuts situation. I cannot believe the lengthy legal process this has turned into. Now I find out my tax dollars are being used to defend these p…
MARINA: A plague on Bennett Bay
To Mr. Roger Johnson, Senior Resource Specialist, Department of Lands, Coeur d’Alene:
Kootenai County FULCHER: Debate clarifies choice
The gubernatorial debate broadcast on Idaho Public Television elicited gales of laughter from my husband and myself. Saturday Night Live could not have staged a more hilarious skit. However, when the candidates wer…
THOMAS: Praised by an employee
I have given quite a bit of thought to this letter. Pushing aside fear of any possible negative outcome in the future, I have decided YOU NEED TO READ THIS.
VOTERS: You do have options
Voters should understand and election officials should fully inform every voter of their options. In order to vote On the Republican ballot one must be affiliated with that party. All affiliated of any party and al…
THOMAS: In Laurie we trust
As a former holder of public office, I would say that the two most important things that one must never violate are the public’s trust and the public’s money. So when it comes to the County Treasurer’s race, the ch…
PISCHNER: Will serve all residents
I hope the voters will come out strong and vote for Don Pischner for Kootenai County Clerk. I have known Don since Junior High days. He is fair, treats everyone with dignity and respect, and follows through on his …
NONINI: Service above and beyond
I have to admit that I don’t follow politics enough to really know the issues being debated, but I know from personal experience that Sen. Nonini supports families and business in our community and state — and his …
WHALEN: A man of character
Why Pat Whalen over Bob Nonini?
SOUZA: Better for education
Sen. John Goedde proudly represents his 14 years (10 years as chairman) on the Education Committee as his “top priority.” The results of this effort is evidenced by the fact that our school system is the nation’s W…
GOEDDE: Earned educators' trust
We served with John Goedde during his term on the Board of Trustees for the Coeur d’Alene School District and know first hand John’s work ethic, dedication to high standards for all students and support for post-se…
WILKEY: Most qualified coroner
I am a retired ER nurse and have worked with and know both Deb Wilkey and Dr. Keene.
ELECTION: Vote for 'good guys'
We grow up watching the struggle and, by observation, learn that each side comes with its own set of expectations. The good guys have many boundaries that mean nothing to the bad guys. Not respecting boundaries is …