OPINION: Five steps to sharing your Democratic values

I realize that through this column, and my position as KCDCC Chair, I am one of the lucky few Democrats with a platform to talk boldly about Democratic politics.

Mutant miracle: ‘Ninja Turtles’ a visually splendid adventure

As a lifelong fan of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, I’m probably not the most objective critic when it comes to a new film about the pizza-loving heroes on a half shell.

DeSantis feuds with Biden White House as COVID cases rise

“Florida is a free state, and we will empower our people," DeSantis said

LEGION: You bet your bingo

Many thanks to the good people of Kootenai County for making it to Stage 3 of Idaho Rebounds! Bingo is back, baby, at the American Legion along with so many of the other niceties that make life good in the panhandle. Bingo at the Post is every Saturday, doors open at 10 a.m., games start at 11 with a $5 buy in. The games are fun and the Post needs your support.

HALLOWEEN: Keep religion out of it

I would like to thank all of the residents who stayed by their doors and gave out candy to all the trick or treaters Monday night. I appreciate them staying up late and I realize that it can be a financial burden to buy all the candy especially in our economy.

A rate hike in the future?

WASHINGTON - The Federal Reserve cited an improving economy Wednesday as it ended its landmark bond-buying program and pointed to gains in the job market - a key condition for an eventual interest rate hike.

A call for single-term elective service

By JEFF CONNAWAY

A call for single-term elective service

The current operation of our national government is seriously flawed by partisanship and by the primary, underlying goal of most elected officials to be re-elected. It is not only being a Republican, Democrat, or Independent that fosters partisanship, but also the endless competition and maneuvering for electoral advantage that the present system brings.

Jury selection begins in Apple-Samsung case

Prescription for a protest

COEUR d’ALENE — About 40 people gathered near Kootenai Health on Wednesday to protest what they described as “coercion” by health care providers, but Kootenai Health officials countered that their providers are simply following Idaho law.

Innovation Collective: Medicine for struggling, sick world

Cd’A-based organization offers virtual ways to keep humans connected

Online tools for saving data

Ask The PropellerHeads

Dear PropellerHeads: I track my spending habits and workout details in a spreadsheet, which is helpful but tedious. Are there any online tools that can make this easier?

Christmas shopping early? You could buy from this guy

COEUR d’ALENE — You don’t have to wait ‘til tomorrow to buy Rann Haight’s book.

Add a little spice to your life!

If meal planning starts to feel a little dull, try adding a little spice to your life! Not only will it spice up your dishes with flavor, but some herbs and spices will work simultaneously to spice up your health. Incorporating a variety of herbs and spices into your food may help reduce salt intake, can reduce risk for chronic diseases, and help regulate blood sugar.

Power grab: Ticket sales strong as lottery jackpot grows

Powerball push

Court strikes health insurance requirement

ATLANTA - A federal appeals panel struck down the centerpiece of President Barack Obama's sweeping health care overhaul Friday, moving the argument over whether Americans can be required to buy health insurance a step closer to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Fat business

Mardi Gras means big money for Gulf Coast

Cd'A agrees to buy land

Property could be site for new American Legion baseball field

COEUR d'ALENE - The city of Coeur d'Alene agreed Tuesday to purchase roughly 5 acres of land north of Cherry Hill Park - a site that could play home to an American Legion baseball field by 2013.

A look at the ruling upholding Obamacare

WHAT DOES THE RULING MEAN TO ME?

The last full Ironman, are you ready?

I remember in June 2011, my then 5-year-old son was just about to start his second year of running Iron Kid in the Coeur d’Alene City Park when he was introduced to a handful of pro athletes here to participate in Ironman. He was in awe and quietly told me he wants to be an Ironman when he is old enough. That year, both Ben Hoffman and Heather Wurtele set new course records with Ben coming in at 8 hours, 17 minutes and 13 seconds; and Heather coming in at 9 hours, 16 minutes and 2 seconds.