Editorial
To find our opinion based editorials, see below. We'll share opinion based editorial articles regularly for interested viewers.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: In appreciation of educators ...
An experience I recently had with a school district, quite honestly, has left me gob-smacked a bit. I am in awe of…
Reader decries 'cut and paste' political categories
You are who you are by the strength of your character and the force of your personality. Dennis Knepp cuts and pastes us all to fit neatly into his two categories. I didn't like mine much, how about you? There is n…
Know your rights
Our nation is a Constitutional republic. Not a kingdom to be ruled over by whichever party manages to win an election. Both major parties have overstepped their lawful authority for years. Claiming "National-Securi…
Increased costs for Oregon students
The University of Oregon is taking some heat for a decision to pay $25,000 to a political consultant for advice on how to get students to reverse a decision they've already made twice. Rightly so.
Complying with regulations has become 'Mission Impossible'
Following procedures would have helped Oregon Dept. of Revenue
Tragedy in Colorado
As expected, the mass shooting in an Aurora, Colo. movie theater triggered talk about gun control, some increased gun sales in Colorado and people demanding answers.
Fairness for whom?
This year's presidential election is a first for some Washington state convicted felons with outstanding court costs and restitution.
Prepare for the primary
With the primary election less than four weeks away, we want to remind you about an important position on the ballot: the state Commissioner of Public Lands.
Our rights and freedoms
The Fourth of July holiday reminds us of all we have to appreciate as Americans.
Immigration solutions appear few, far between
The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling this week kept in place one portion of Arizona's immigration law, but rejecting most of the legislation as unconstitutional, according to the Associated Press.
Critical info lacking for new Ecology regulations
Job Corps centers at risk with proposed Workforce Investment Improvement Act
Property insurance
There's nothing wrong with Citizens Property Insurance wanting to cut 678,000 customers from its rolls to improve its financial position.
Teacher appreciation
As classes wind down to an end in Columbia Basin schools, don't forget the efforts of your child's teachers.
Pledge respect
Our message to the MLIRD: reinstate the Pledge of Allegiance