REFORM: Where blame resides

In the Senate Education Committee the other day, a victory was carved out in a 5-4 decision that approved SB1113, a bill that proposes to change Idaho's education policy. This bill approves the requirement of online courses for high school graduation, increased class size for current schools (or reduced salaries for teachers), and, incredibly, a laptop computer for every high school freshman in Idaho.

Firepower Pens launches

Gun-themed pens on display today at Spokane Gun Show

COEUR d'ALENE - Two young entrepreneurs have announced the online launch of their business, FirepowerPens.com.

Edie Harbison, 63

On November 5th Edie Harbison, beloved wife, mother & grammy passed away after battling an aggressive cancer that began early summer of 2014. She is survived by her husband Ron, daughters Angela and Bridgit, son-in-law Nicholas and grandchildren Jadyn, Taylor and Benny.

Cd'A Charter students discuss historic speech delivered 150 years ago

Cd'A launches new financial transparency tool

The city of Coeur d’Alene’s finances are now available in a new, interactive, online format.

VOTER GUIDE: Deserves local legislative support

We need a voter guide. The Idaho Senate recently approved Senate Bill 1273 and it’s now in the House. This bill, proposed by Secretary of State McGrane, would simply add candidate information to the voter pamphlet already produced at no additional cost. It would allow candidates to submit an up to a 200-word statement and a photo for the guide that would be printed and distributed to every household in the state and available online. Seems pretty reasonable and helpful information for voters, doesn’t it?

Yo ho ho! Mess with scam callers

Jolly Roger (jollyrogertelephone.com) is a new program using artificial intelligence (AI) to drive scam callers crazy. The program “engages” the live caller using AI to keep them on the phone as long as possible and to frustrate them to no end. If you’d like to hear an example, go to: https://bit.ly/2pJbTh1

Idaho lawmakers to rework school reforms

Goedde: 'We still have a little work to do on this'

BOISE - The biggest piece of a plan to reform Idaho's public schools was returned Wednesday to the Senate Education Committee, where it narrowly passed on a 5-4 vote last week.

Fitness enthusiasts think outside the gym during coronavirus

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Steve LaTart in Minnesota is thinking of installing a space heater in his basement to recreate the atmosphere of his hot yoga classes now that his gym has closed due to coronavirus fears.

Drivers start to cut back on gas as prices rise

NEW YORK - Soaring gas prices are starting to take a toll on American drivers.

Mom tried to help her husband

This mom says she tried everything she could to help her husband stop drinking, but he couldn't.

Still up in the air

VP's visit doesn't resolve US-China trade issues

We, the People need to save this country

The following are not RNC or Tea Party views. They come from my economics studies, an MBA and 30 years' banking experience. They come from seeing people plan properly, succeed and help others; or neglect to plan - and fail, often blaming others.

Stand up for We the People

The following are not RNC or Tea Party views. They come from my economics studies, an MBA and 30 years’ banking experience. They come from seeing people plan properly, succeed and help others; or neglect to plan — and fail, often blaming others.

Vintage reviews

Since we first started writing our column for The Press, we have seen vintages come and go, good ones and challenging ones. Vintage reviews are generalizations by their nature, there are always exceptions, but here is some guidance on vintages from 2007 forward to help guide your purchases.

Easter eggs of home buying

Forgive this flimsy attempt to connect Neighborhood of the Week with the holiday, but buying a home really can become a grown-ups version of an Easter egg hunt.

Don't be stupid regarding Cupid

I overheard a recent discussion from which I got quite a few chuckles. I was waiting in line at a local restaurant and my wandering ears picked up a spirited conversation.

LA Times hack: Security breach or harmless prank?

SAN FRANCISCO - Federal prosecutors say Reuters' deputy social media editor conspired with a notorious hacker network to cause an online security breach that should be punished by decades in federal prison.

Nutrition challenge: Can you eat on $3 a day?

Watching groceries ring up in the supermarket line can make anyone lose their appetite. As you look for new ways to save a buck, maybe it's time to consider your daily food bill. Simple strategies and tricks can stretch your food dollar and bring you a sense of satisfaction.

Give the dog a bone

Ornery dog leads to $1M lottery payout

BOISE - A group of blue collar University of Utah workers will split $1 million in lottery winnings thanks to a set of keys left in a truck and an ornery little dog named "Stella."