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Letters to the Editor

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A genuine soul, Park championed the rule of law

About four years ago, I made a decision that enriched the lives of four elderly Idaho lawyers. I invited Tony Park…

Updated 2 hours, 45 minutes ago
Immigration protests ignore legal process

These protests around the country, including one that I hear happened in Sandpoint on June 14, baffle me.

Updated 2 hours, 45 minutes ago
America must reject dangerous 'remigration' rhetoric

Trump said on Truth Social that he wants to carry out "remigration." If you haven't heard that term before, it's not just immigration policy — it's a white nationalist idea that means mass deportation of nonwhite p…

Updated 5 days, 2 hours ago
Independent veteran voices needed in Idaho government

Idaho is at a crossroads. Our state's Legislature has become increasingly polarized, with partisanship often drowning out pragmatic problem-solving.

Updated 5 days, 2 hours ago
Letter's claims not backed by science

The point of this letter is not to particularly support Mr. DeBaun's position, but to make readers aware that those who read letters from Mr. Heil should know that his claims are not backed up by any credible evide…

Updated 1 week ago
Science, climate change and a time for action

“We are on the brink of an irreversible climate disaster. This is a global emergency beyond any doubt.” (Quoted from “The 2024 state of the climate report: Perilous times on planet Earth.”)

Updated 1 week ago
Project's lack of parking lacks common sense

I strongly agree with the My Turn contribution (Daily Bee, June 3, 2025) as written by Ann Giantvalley. The proposed apartment building on Church Street has various drawbacks as described by Ann.

Updated 1 week ago
A victory for schools, call for constitutional fidelity in education funding

The recent passage of our two‐year maintenance and operations levy in School District No. 101 — with 2,135 voters in favor — demonstrates that our community remains resolute in its commitment to superior public edu…

Updated 1 week, 2 days ago
Just like everyone else, Labrador must comply with the law

Three years ago, I joined five other former Idaho Attorneys General in describing that important position as “the state’s family lawyer” because the AG is lega…

Updated 1 week, 2 days ago
A one-word fix for the Russell Center

A simple fix for the sports center.

Updated 1 week, 5 days ago
Celebrating Idaho graduates, all who help them

As spring turns to summer, graduation ceremonies are marking rites of passage in communities across our great state.

Updated 1 week, 5 days ago
Ensuring a future where natural beauty, economy both thrive

As a lifelong Idaho resident and parent, I care deeply about the future of our state's farms, forests, and families. I've noticed warmer summers, drier winters, and more wildfire smoke in the air. But I'm hopeful w…

Updated 1 week, 5 days ago
Preserving county's legacy is a wise investment

In response to Susan Glasoe’s letter, no one would argue that the county has the responsibility to spend taxpayer money wisely. Preserving our county’s rich legacy is also a wise thing to do. Kudos to the hard-work…

Updated 2 weeks ago
County has responsibility to spend money wisely

Fresh off the defeat of the fire levy, a matter of human life and safety, due to cost to taxpayers, why are our tax dollars being "donated" to private 501(c)3?

Updated 2 weeks ago
Apartment project is not the housing solution we need

I attended Sandpoint Planning and Zoning Commissioners’ Meeting in late May. The proposed 45-foot-tall buildings of 88 studios (275 square feet) and one-bedroom apartments (360 square feet) with retail space on the…