EDITORIAL: Back your favorite Idaho business gems

These small businesses enrich us all.

OUR GEM: Conservation easements mean ‘forever’ protection in Coeur d'Alene Basin

The Inland Northwest Land Conservancy's mission is to conserve, care for and connect with lands and waters essential to life in the Inland Northwest.

DEFAMATION: Thornbrugh’s coverage was excellent

The Coeur d’Alene Press has a gem among it’s many talented and professional journalists. I’m referring to Kaye Thornbrugh and the excellent job she did during the defamation lawsuit trial against Summer Bushnell that was so justly brought by Eric Posey.

OUR GEM: Youth Water Summit winners

On May 21, students from eight area high schools gathered for the 13th annual Youth Water Summit, a research fair where students present their water-related research as the culmination of a year-long program known as The Confluence Project. This initiative focuses on teaching students about the quantity and quality of water in the Idaho Panhandle.

OUR GEM: Exploring a ‘no damage’ philosophy to Cattle Ranching in the Coeur d’Alene Basin

Alongside the North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River sits Castlerock Ranch.

CAMPAIGN: Lamenting all the lies

I am fed up with all the smear and outright lies being propagated by the current KCRCC and its minions in our beautiful North Idaho! The latest being a large ad placed in the Coeur d’Alene Press paid for by one Monica Mohn.

OUR GEM: Harmful algal blooms pose risk

Freshwater algae are a natural and important part of lake, river and stream ecosystems. They produce oxygen by photosynthesis, take up nutrients such as phosphorus from water and are the foundation of aquatic food webs. As with many things in life, there can be too much of a good thing.

David George Albertini, 79

David George Albertini, 79 —In Memoriam— By Dan Zadra & Francie Lane

38th Depot Day draws a crowd

There’s something unmistakably “summer” about classic cars and warm weather.

Gas prices drop for Memorial Day

262,000 Idahoans among the 43.8 million Americans taking a trip this weekend

OPINION: A serious case of mistaken identity among Idaho’s three political parties

It was a pleasant surprise to find a letter from Governor Brad Little when I opened my mailbox on June 10. But it was unsettling to read his warning against voting for Idaho Democratic candidates who might endanger his “record of success.” Thinking back over the years, Democratic legislators have played a significant role in that success. For instance, the Governor’s letter touted the Idaho Launch program, which provides kids with workforce training grants. That program would not have seen the light of day in 2023 without the essential support of House and Senate Democrats. They gave it strong support again this year. In fact, the Democrats in the Legislature have given the Governor support on numerous issues since he took office in January 2019.

OPINION: Hate lost

We have the election results and all of the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (KCRCC) Recommended Candidates won their races. KCRCC Recommended Candidates Leslie Duncan, Marc Eberlein, Bob Norris, Carl Bjerke and Elaine Price won their competitive races by wide margins. This is a repeat of the 2022 primary where all of the KCRCC Recommended Candidates won in Kootenai County.

Kootenai County artist visions funded by Jack Bannon Fund for the Arts

Arts projects in Kootenai County are coming to life thanks to the Jack Bannon Fund for the Arts. Five artists, including Elaina DeJong, Doreen Graham, Keith Harrop and Joslyn Benak received grant awards as part of the legacy of actor Jack Bannon.

THE FRONT ROW with JASON ELLIOTT: A lot of talent in these kids

Someday soon, someone is going to bring a title back to the area. And we’ve got the guys to do it.

ISP gears up for '100 Deadliest Days'

Five crash-related deaths already in North Idaho

Teen drivers face higher risks due to immaturity, inexperience, and lack of skills.

CIVIL WAR: Rhetoric is dangerous

Memorial Day; a time to honor and remember our fallen veterans. They were our fathers, sons, husbands, brothers and in many cases, mothers, daughters sisters and wives. Families were broken, hundreds of thousands were wounded and live a life of pain and disability. Not something you would wish on a loved one.

Chamber: The gathering place

I want to express my deep sadness and total outrage over the recent incident in McEuen Park.

MY TURN: Standing against hate in our community

The recent incident at McEuen Park, where students from the Coeur d’Alene Tribe were racially harassed, is a stark reminder of the work we must continue to do to foster a community of respect and understanding. Hate, in any form, cannot be tolerated. It is not just an attack on individuals but an assault on the very fabric of our community.

EDITORIAL: These two take high road in race

Dare we dream that Mike Baker charts a course for greater political leadership?

ELECTION: Support this superior slate

As a lifelong resident and someone who has been deeply ingrained in our community for over three decades, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside exceptional individuals who have dedicated themselves to bettering our community. These are the individuals who have tirelessly served in various capacities, contributing to our nonprofits, Chambers of Commerce, and economic and workforce development organizations. Their commitment and passion for our community’s welfare are unparalleled, making them the ideal candidates for Precinct Committeeman.