CHURCH: God’s love is for all

In response to the letter from James Seeley in the June 5 edition of The Press, he is certainly entitled to his opinion, as we all are.

KROC CENTER: Love your neighbor

We are deeply troubled by the racial harassment recently experienced by Tribal school children at McEuen Park. We fully support the message Chairman Allan conveyed in response, emphasizing that “respect for all people must be a foundational principle of our community.” While there may be debates about free speech and rights, it is never acceptable to show a lack of human decency and community civility.

Local tech hub misses out on funding

Backers remain hopeful proposal will still work

No region is better equipped than ours to meet the unprecedented global demand for equipping 40,000 new airplanes with lightweight aerospace parts that reduce carbon emissions. Within a few years, the Inland Northwest Tech Hub can have prototypes ready for high-rate production, enabling thousands of new domestic manufacturing jobs to lessen our growing reliance on foreign technology and foreign labor. Missing this opportunity will increase our reliance on foreign labor, threatening our national and economic security. We will be working on every possible opportunity to make new American jobs and supply chains a reality.

LIBRARIES: Thank you Katie Blank

LIBRARIES: Thank you Katie Blank

Coeur d’Alene Tribal School administrator charged with drug possession

A Coeur d’Alene Tribal School administrator was arrested Monday on charges of possession of a controlled substance.

ADVERTISING: Advertorial — Health freedom: Your choice

It’s finally July, with all the joys of summer! This time of year, many people take at least a cursory look at our freedoms and rights, and, hopefully, they are grateful for them: freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of press, freedom of assembly, freedom of petition, freedom of movement, freedom of association, freedom from discrimination, freedom from cruel or unusual punishment.

TRUMP: Your taxes will go up

Trump will not take taxes from corporations and CEOs so the burden of paying our nation’s debts will fall on us — individuals.

TERM LIMITS: Would help our country

I have a suggestion for improving our United States government that should be popular with most Republicans, Democrats, Libertarians and independent voters.

DEMOCRATS: Facts say otherwise

DEMOCRATS: Facts say otherwise

A1 VETERANS PRESS: Thank you for your service

For many veterans, these five words of gratitude are difficult to receive. A recent survey found that nearly 70% of service members and veterans feel uncomfortable or awkward when people tell them, “Thank you for your service.” Over the years I have friends communicate that they are genuinely thankful and ask why veterans feel uncomfortable with this heartfelt sentiment. Each time I have struggled to explain that the phrase doesn’t convey an understanding of the sacrifices and experiences we’ve had in the military.

OPINION: Let’s celebrate Juneteenth

Over and over again, we hear community leaders say, “North Idaho is not racist.”

Kootenai Clinic Maternal Fetal Medicine marks milestone in women's health care

Jason Pates, M.D., Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist, emphasized the clinic's mission

OPINION: Privatizing North Idaho College is a misguided approach

A few months ago, I highlighted the crucial role federal funds play at North Idaho College (NIC). Now, the Idaho GOP, with Trustee Todd Banducci's support, aims to defund higher education across Idaho, including NIC.

Souza announces run for Idaho GOP chair

Souza previously served eight years in the Idaho Senate

SNR awarded $5K Kiwanis Club of Couer d'Alene grant

SNR and Kiwanis have similar visions

FAST FIVE Stu Cabe reminds us to be nice to each other

Meet Stu Cabe, founder of The Ovation Company, a Coeur d'Alene-based school resource organization focusing on positive school climate and improved student achievement. Stu has been a professional presenter and trainer for over two decades. He travels North America to work with students and teachers to help build strong school communities and improve campus culture and climate. The Ovation Company's motto: Stand up for what is good. Info: ovationcompany.com

COUNTY: Study group voted for no change

The Optional Forms of Government Study Commission was not discontinued due to persuasive testimony by any one group. The study group worked for a year and heard many public comments. No commenters were ever asked to identify their affiliation.

North Idaho receives funding to combat impaired driving

The North Idaho DUI Task Force is a coalition of 15 regional law enforcement agencies.

PRIDE: God created the joyous complexity of life

I was happy I could have a booth at the Pride in the Park event last Saturday. It was a fun and festive event. I am disappointed, but not surprised, at the number of negative letters to the editor this event engendered.

LIBRARIES: Blank’s resignation was a true loss

Community Library Network Trustee Katie Blank resigned — a true loss of leadership and institutional knowledge. She’s been a protector of the free exchange of ideas and information and a shining example of citizen participation. Ask why.