Citizen Coordinating Council

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Fall leaves: Putting nutrients in their place

The vibrant colors of fall leaves are a beauty to behold every year in our region. The stunning display marks the end of summer and transition into winter. The leaves of fall provide more than just aesthetics, however.

OPINION: Party on — Gem State heist

Last week I wrote about the need for political parties because they bring stability to our Republican form of government and how that stability is under threat from the Uniparty.

Idaho gas prices inch up

Some stations in the Coeur d'Alene area were under $3 a gallon on Monday, but most were in the $3.05 to $3.10 range.

Idaho gas prices dip

Gem State average could drop below the $4 mark in coming days

Gem State ranks eighth in the U.S. for most expensive fuel

New study looks at recreational areas on Coeur d’Alene Lake and Spokane River

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is looking for your input on where and how you recreate around Coeur d’Alene Lake and the Spokane River to help guide a study that is under way.

OUR GEM: Pettit Retires After 30 years of Public Service

Glen Pettit, longtime Water Quality Analyst for the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), celebrated his retirement this month after 30 years with DEQ.

Ice, de-ice, baby!

One of the many perks of North Idaho is the four defined seasons we get to experience every year. Spring brings us flowers and sunshine, summer brings us long days full of adventure, in fall we watch the leaves change, and in winter we enjoy a multitude of snow sports. The challenges of winter, though, include walking and driving conditions.

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Austin DeBoer, Coeur d'Alene Lumbermen

Austin DeBoer of the Coeur d'Alene class AA American Legion baseball team is this week's Knudtsen Chevrolet Press Athlete of the Week.

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.

ELECTION: Cheers for these volunteers

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you to the many community leaders who have stepped up to run for Kootenai County Republican Precinct Committeeman positions.

An 'Idaho Listens' reflection

The following reflection was written and delivered by Post Falls resident, Jamie Esler, as part of Boise State University's "Idaho Listens" event held at the Hagadone Event Center in October.

KCRCC: Will you pay the piper?

To the KCRCC and Beverly Guenette of the Gem State Heist: Whoa! What an ugly surprise to see Donald Trump’s mugshot in the KCRCC “rated and vetted” ad in the Coeur d’Alene Press the morning of May 1. What a way to start your May Day.

Gas prices hold their ground

Coeur d'Alene gas prices are running about $4 a gallon at most stations

Idaho drivers ring in 2024 with lower gas prices.

Gem State currently ranks 15th in the country for most expense fuel, out of Top Ten list

Gem State ranks 15th in the country for most expense fuel, out of Top Ten list

COLUMN: The bully strikes again

In his latest column (https://cdapress.com/news/2024/mar/22/opinion-party-on-gem-state-heist/) Brent Regan chooses to do what most bullies do. When they are outsmarted or can’t admit to facts, they lash out with lies and name calling.

USS Idaho crew visits North Idaho

For the first time in nearly 100 years, a naval vessel will bear the name Idaho.

Idaho gas prices slowly sink

After weeks of hovering near the $4 mark, Idaho gas prices are slowly falling, according to AAA.

OPINION: The extremist branch of Idaho’s GOP is producing a moving experience

Many people have literally been moved by the ugly performance of Idaho’s Republican extremists in recent years. That is, significant numbers of teachers, librarians, doctors and others have moved out of the Gem State to escape the false claims and oppressive legislation conjured by the dysfunctional branch of Idaho’s GOP, now presided over by Dorothy Moon. On the other hand, that same wretched conduct has caused like-minded folk from across the country to move to our state, attracted by headlines that portray Idaho as a sanctuary for political zealots of every stripe.

OPINION: Answering the critics

There is a coordinated statewide effort to destroy the Idaho Conservative Grassroots Movement from the inside and turn Idaho blue. A gang of Boise political consultants calling themselves “Gem State Conservatives” brag about having $2 million to accomplish this goal. In truth it’s the “Gem State Heist” because it’s nearly identical to the Rocky Mountain Heist which turned Colorado from deep red to blue. These efforts have the full support, approval and endorsement of the woke Democrat party.