With the partnership formalized between Kootenai Health and St. Mary’s and Clearwater Valley Hospitals & Clinics in the spring, the opportunity to collaborate for patient care has expanded. According to Lenne Bonner, CEO, SMH-CVHC, “The … [Read more...] about Collaborative healthcare important for region
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For some, more is never enough
Janice McGeachin Lt. Governor Recently, some organizations in Idaho have been agitating for additional federal spending to finance direct subsidies to individuals. Some have even resorted to publicly displaying banners on a busy street in … [Read more...] about For some, more is never enough
Guest Editorial: Statements ‘false and defamatory’ regarding
By James L. Buchal Counsel for the Ringos and TPC Dear Mr. Evans and Mrs. Klement: The Clearwater Progress on July 16, 2020, printed a letter to the Editor from Mr. Evans which is false and defamatory concerning Robert and Bonnie Ringo and the … [Read more...] about Guest Editorial: Statements ‘false and defamatory’ regarding
Guest Editorial: Clearwater Progress: a new owner but same commitment to local coverage
By David Rauzi, Editor Idaho County Free Press Kamiah’s weekly newspaper has a new owner, and the commitment to community journalism will continue to be the focus. This week we’re officially announcing the purchase of The Clearwater Progress in … [Read more...] about Guest Editorial: Clearwater Progress: a new owner but same commitment to local coverage
Guest Editorial: Concerned for Kamiah; we must all do better
By Joy Perkins Former Kamiah Planning and Zoning Coordinator My concern is increasing. In the last couple years almost every department of the City of Kamiah has either quit or has been replaced. The Kamiah Marshal’s Office quit. No … [Read more...] about Guest Editorial: Concerned for Kamiah; we must all do better
Guest Editorial: Is it time for a mutiny? Recall Governor Little?
By Bob "Nugie" Neugebauer Published June 7, Gem State Patriot News Who is steering our conservative ship Idaho? Captain Bligh? It is seldom that we see governors recalled, although two have been recalled successfully in U.S., with the … [Read more...] about Guest Editorial: Is it time for a mutiny? Recall Governor Little?
Guest Editorial: Exotic animals allowed in Idaho County?
By Steve and Raenette Didier Recently land was purchased in Idaho County, in the community of Clearwater, to build a sanctuary/refuge for lions, tigers, ligers, leopards, various smaller cats and hybrid wolves. In 1986 a person known later as the … [Read more...] about Guest Editorial: Exotic animals allowed in Idaho County?
Guest Editorial: It’s up to Idahoans to ameliorate government’s heavy hand
By Lt. Governor Janice McGeachin As Lieutenant Governor, I am one heartbeat away from the governor’s chair. I am also a small business owner. My family and I own four small businesses in the restaurant and automotive industries, employing hundreds … [Read more...] about Guest Editorial: It’s up to Idahoans to ameliorate government’s heavy hand
Guest Editorial: Local sustainability is the answer to many of our problems
By Nathanial Davis The last few weeks has given everyone quite a bit of time to reflect upon aspects of our lives that could use improvement. It has also given us enough time to ponder the origins, severity, and implications of the pandemic … [Read more...] about Guest Editorial: Local sustainability is the answer to many of our problems
Guest Editorial: Distortion of facts no big surprise
By Woody Woodford Mountain View School District Superintendent Greetings Casey, Although many were disgusted by your letter and ad nobody was surprised. I was wondering when your misinformation campaign about the levy would surface. … [Read more...] about Guest Editorial: Distortion of facts no big surprise