From The Statehouse by State Senator Jim Guthrie Many years ago, when I was around 20, I was sheeting the roof of the house I was building on a beautiful fall day. My radio was blaring, and I was as…
Category: Times Opinion
Thank you city crew
To the editor, I got a text on Monday, March 29, after the heavy winds came through. A large spruce tree on our Calvary Community Church property lost half its top in the wind. I went over to check on…
In favor of Sen. Guthrie’s legislation
To the editor, Senate Bill 1132 is not just about immigration as it is incorrectly being made out to be. Senate Bill 1132 is about rural Idaho and our very limited public transportation. Residents in rural areas get around by…
Remain vigilant and wear masks for city business
To Aberdeen citizens, I am aware Governor Brad Little has moved the state to Stage 3. This stage still suggests masks, social distancing, and adequate hand washing. The change to stage 3 has been possible due to our citizens’ collective…
Help Ellie in any way that you can
Dear community, I would like to introduce you to this fierce, blue eyed beauty that has become a personal hero of mine! Her name is Ellie Klassen, She is 10 years old and a resident of Aberdeen. Last year she…
Now, what do I do?
To the editor, Because of this Covid thing we have been told to stay home. So, being the obedient follower, I stay home. And now I am told by my auto mechanic that because I am not driving my car…
Despite canceled breakfast you can still donate to the Legion
To the Aberdeen community, I’m writing this brief message to the community of Aberdeen and surrounding areas that have supported the American Legion Post 59 Aberdeen Veterans Day breakfast. Last Wednesday, Nov. 11, was Veterans Day and we, as your…
Aberdeen football coaches deserve support of community
Letters to the editor I’d like to thank the Aberdeen High School football coaches for all they do and have done for our school and community. They deserve our appreciation and support for all their hard work and commitment. It…
Regional hospitals issue statement on Covid-19
Hospitals throughout the region are experiencing the highest number of hospitalizations due to COVID-19 ever seen throughout the pandemic. This is placing a significant strain on hospital resources. Healthcare workers are the most valuable asset in the healthcare system, even…
Great job city crew
To the editor, I want to express my gratitude to the city workers that cleaned the mountain of tree limbs from my yard. After the many trees that fell in the alley, the broken limbs piled up in almost unbelievable…