Those of us in the news media often think public officials are clueless or worse when it comes to open meeting and public record laws. Some of those public officials have a pretty good idea what they'd like us media lunkheads to do with our opinions about their diligence. Outside of a courtroom or a dark alley, how do the two sides settle their differences so the laws are obeyed, the citizens have government information they're entitled to, and the media and public official camps can work respectfully with each other? Betsy Russell and Lawrence Wasden have your answer. And it will all be revealed this Wednesday evening at 6 at the Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn. ... Though space is limited, there will be some room for members of the general public also to attend. If you're interested, please RSVP to cwereley@cdapress.com, or leave a message at 664-8176, ext. 2016/Coeur d'Alene Press Editorial Board. More here.