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Letter to the editor: Swope should use his platform to uplift, not undermine, those providing safe parking for the unhoused

Two weeks ago, St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church in Chehalis held a courtesy meeting to inform their neighbors about its plan to offer safe overnight parking for women and children experiencing … more

5/22/25

Letter to the editor: A Republican call to action

The current and ongoing destruction of Washington state families, businesses our constitutional rights and the moral fabric of our state and country led by the Democratic Party is destroying our way … more

5/21/25

Letter to the editor: Trump’s cabinet flunks basic intelligence tests

I hold to the old fashioned notion that someone who serves at a cabinet level position in the executive branch of the federal government of the United States should be pretty smart. No, they … more

5/21/25

Letter to the editor: Don’t miss Centralia College production of “Company”

Did you miss seeing Stephen Sondheim’s “Company” at Centralia College’s Corbet Theater last weekend? Well, there’s good news. You can still catch this … more

5/21/25

Letter to the editor: Investigation into railroad trestle fire has been inadequate

I am a Mineral Creek neighbor of the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad (MRSR) and logging museum. I am a forester with years of experience walking and working in the woods along the railroad right-of-way … more

5/14/25

Letter to the editor: Second guessing the president

“I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United … more

5/14/25

Letter to the editor: It’s time to give our TransAlta Centralia coal plant new life

It’s being reported that Three Mile Island nuclear plants will be restarted soon. The project will be renamed the Crane Clean Energy Center. The driving force behind its restart is the … more

5/14/25

Letter to the editor: Republican Party obstructing efforts to promote fairness, equity and due process

In recent times, the Republican Party, traditionally known for its emphasis on limited government and individual freedoms, appears to have abdicated its responsibility to safeguard the democratic … more

5/12/25

Letter to the editor: Don’t abandon public education — force it to evolve

I am not against education. I am against what it has become. In Centralia, we are feeding a system that no longer promotes individuals, growth or real preparation for life. We keep approving … more

5/12/25

Letter to the editor: If Democrats want to bridge their internal divides, they should listen to MGP

Ezra Klein’s recent interview with U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez gave national listeners a chance to hear what many in Southwest Washington already know: Gluesenkamp Perez is one of the few … more

5/7/25

Letter to the editor: Anger over state taxes doesn’t jive with support for federal cuts

During the recent budget discussions in Olympia, attack ads were ongoing on YouTube to discredit the tough decisions forced on this and every state because of the mess called Project 2025 in … more

5/7/25

Letter to the editor: Swope should stop using his office to push his partisan opinion

Sean Swope’s tenure on the Lewis County Board of Commissioners has been defined more by advancing a right-leaning agenda — through social media, his official role and The Chronicle … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: We can protect children and also protect faith

As a Catholic and a Washington resident, I am not just concerned about the recent law that would force priests to break the seal of confession. I am seeing a pattern. One that shows our state … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: Introducing a new tax on letters to the editor

Upon reading Mr. Riplinger’s complaints about taxes, taxes, taxes , I found myself almost sympathetic. Almost. However, given the multi-billion dollar hole the former Gov. Jay Inslee left … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: Is Major League Baseball running the government?

Cheney Stadium in Tacoma, Alta Vista Stadium in Spokane, Gesa Stadium in Pasco and Funko Field in Everett all get State of Washington money to live up to Major League Baseball standards. Major … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: Thoughts on commissioner’s attacks on Democrats

It’s wild to me Commissioner Sean Swope posted again recently attacking the Lewis County Democrats organization on the heels of himself making misleading and inflammatory statements he then … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: Prayers for local man who fell from roof

I was so moved by the article about Mason Cole, who fell off a roof and is now recovering from his injuries in the hospital. Twenty-five years ago, I fell off my roof and spent nearly two weeks … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: Taxes, taxes and more taxes

Chronologically gifted, fixed income folks approaching octogenarian status like me wonder if we can remain financially solvent and remain in our mortgage free homes. The current state budget … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: Appreciation for editorial on pope’s death

Dear Chronicle Editorial Board, Thank you for the lovely, beautifully written, and moving piece on Pope Francis. I have shared it with many friends and family. Robyn Fisher … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: To Lewis County Fire District 4 voters in Morton

I want to take this opportunity to thank Lewis County Fire District 4 voters for supporting the recent fire station construction bond. Although a majority (57.2%) of the voters approved the bond, it … more

4/30/25