Two trucks, both with torque, but only one is local. The city of Coeur d'Alene wants to purchase a pair of 2012 Dodge trucks for its water department, but instead of grabbing up to two with the lowest price tags, one council member wonders if the city should spend a little more to buy a rig from a local dealer. The city's finance department, however, has made a habit of buying capital at the cheapest price. Playing favorites, it said, might not be the best practice when it comes to spending tax dollars. The discussion on whether wiggle room should be allowed for local businesses will start Monday. "If there's a chance to support a local business, I'm going to do it," said Deanna Goodlander, councilwoman (pictured)"/Tom Hasslinger, Coeur d'Alene Press. More here.

Question: Should Coeur d'Alene and other Inland Northwest towns by locally as much as possible, even if that means paying higher prices?