EDUCATION: The great teacher inspires

As a retired teacher, I’m thankful The Press includes trends in learning and education. Recent articles, “My Turn” by John Jenson, and a reprint from Idaho Education News caught my attention. Both offered insights on benefits and challenges in learning, however, with differing views. Mr. Jenson focused on “The Flaw in Education,” while the other on interpersonal communication, “A Human Touch.” Mr. Jenson compared teaching history with the learning benefits of playing soccer. The excitement his son received in sports through identity, recognition, group reinforcement and especially, he emphasized repetition which Mr. Jenson believes should be happening in the classroom, but doesn’t. Instead teachers focus on memorizing facts for tests, soon forgotten. Mr. Jenson’s son’s history teacher used “the smoke-and-mirrors switch”(?) instilling answers for the final so he would look good and his students’ grades would too. Yes, it is unfortunate, and sad, if Mr. Jenson’s memory accurately characterized his history teacher’s method. My hope is this employee didn’t make teaching a career. Unfortunately, a few “bad” teachers do survive, very few. Students can make it difficult for those unsuited for the job.

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Brian D. Snyders, 65

Brian Donald Snyders of Rathdrum, Idaho, beloved father, grandfather and husband, entered into the arms of his Savior on April 28, 2025. Born January 16, 1960, in Boise, Idaho, to Donald and Helen ’LaVonne’ Snyders,

Lois Wagner, 85

September 26, 1939 - April 25, 2025 Lois Wagner was born on Sept. 26, 1939, in Potlatch, Idaho, to Baylor Allison Wagner and Marjorie Faye Enyeart-Wagner.

Legals for May, 7 2025

More pieces of legislation were prepared for Idaho’s 2025 session than in the last 30 years

New Sine Die report shows 1,378 proposed pieces of legislation prepared this year in Idaho

Idaho legislators had so many pieces of legislation prepared – including draft bills, memorials, resolutions and proclamations – that it is difficult to find online records of another session that featured more pieces of legislation. According to an Idaho Capital Sun review of online legislative records and previous Sine Die reports that tracked the volume of legislation dating as far back as 1994, the 2025 session is the only time that more than 1,300 different pieces of legislation have been prepared in Idaho.

THE CHEAP SEATS with STEVE CAMERON: Seahawks made right choice with Milroe — if I did say so myself

See, I wrote a column before the NFL draft that turned out to be spectacularly correct. I have bundles of emails here containing congratulations, and instead of beating my chest, I just need to say thank you.

Sgt. Greg Moore remembered for giving his life to protect Coeur d'Alene

Sgt. Greg Moore remembered for giving his life to protect Coeur d'Alene

A small crowd lined the sidewalks as the police vehicles made their way to the K27 Forever Memorial at McEuen Park, marked by a waterfall and boulders. About 75 police officers and firefighters, city officials and about 50 residents attended the 30-minute event. Moore’s widow, Lindy, and their daughter Genna sat together in the front.

Silver Valley gathers for 53rd Sunshine Mine memorial

Every year, on May 2, the Silver Valley pauses for an hour and remembers the 91 men who perished in the Sunshine Mine Disaster of 1972.

Gas prices dropping

“Significant drops in the cost of crude oil are keeping pump prices in check, but fuel demand is expected to surge as we approach the Memorial Day weekend,” said AAA Idaho public affairs director Matthew Conde. “We’ll happily save what we can for as long as we can.”

Legals for May, 6 2025

PREP BASEBALL: Destinations known ... Area schools learn matchups for state baseball qualifying rounds

Walking off the field at Coeur d'Alene High on Saturday, first-year Viking baseball coach Brandon Williams was researching routes to Meridian and Pocatello for this week's state high school play-in games.

THE FRONT ROW with MARK NELKE: Let’s hear it for the moms — from their kids

If you’re an athlete, or a former athlete, I’m sure you have similar memories of your mom at a game, or memories in general of what your mom meant (or means) to your sporting career. I’d love to hear, and share, those stories. Email me a few thoughts on your mom, along with a photo of you and mom, to mnelke@cdapress.com

Running on diamond time

Clark's Jeweler's to receive 'Heart of History' award for care of clock

Preservation Month was established in 2005 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation to promote historic places and heritage tourism and demonstrate the social and economic benefits of historic preservation. This is the 20th anniversary of the national event and the second year that Coeur d’Alene’s Historic Preservation Commission is actively participating with events and community outreach planned throughout the month of May.

HUCKLEBERRIES: Joe Murphy: An open case

Joe Murphy was the type of newcomer that locals appreciate. He moved here to enjoy our outdoors, embrace community values, join worthy organizations, such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Hospice, and make friends.

John Paul Johnson, 53

John Paul Johnson, 53, passed away peacefully at his home in Coeur d'Alene, surrounded by his family on March 28, 2025. John was born in June of 1971 in Rogue River, Ore.

EDITORIAL: 'Never forget K27'

Here's where the community comes in. We would love to see thousands line the procession route, which will begin at Forest Cemetery on Government Way and travel south to Northwest Boulevard. Vehicles will travel east on Sherman Avenue to Seventh Street, south on Seventh to Front Avenue and west on Front, stopping near Fourth Street.

Michael & Carolyn Murphy

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael & Carolyn Murphy of Hayden Lake announces they have passed.

David Root, 65

Master Sergeant David Patrick "Dave" Root, 65, passed away on April 18, 2025, in Spirit Lake, Idaho. Born on July 14, 1959, in Spokane, Washington

Barbara Hall Romine, 90

Barbara, the oldest of three children born to Evan and Verla (Hazeltine) Hall on December 5, 1934 in Moscow Idaho. She passed away on March 15, 2025, at the age of 90.