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Letter to the Editor: How are we better off now?

I want to ask MAGA supporters, how are we better off now? Prices keep climbing because of inflation fueled by tariffs. August saw the worst August job gains since 2010, with just 22,000 new jobs … more

11/25/25

Letter to the Editor: Congressional Democrats undermine military discipline without cause

As a retired U.S. Army Sergeant Major, I’m offended by videos from Congressional Democrats urging service members to resist unspecified presidential directives. These officials, including … more

11/25/25

Letter to the Editor: Perhaps The Chronicle should reconsider platforming Mr. McEntire

I find it interesting to see The Chronicle publishing a lengthy commentary from state legislator Joel McEntire, for what appears to be the first time that I can find, shortly after Mr. McEntire … more

11/25/25

Letter to the Editor: We can do better

After my last letter ran, the one about the childishness of Rep. Joel McEntire, I realized I left something important out. I’m a Republican, but I didn’t vote for Donald Trump. … more

11/25/25

Letter to the editor: Forest Practices board makes the wrong call on stream buffers

The Washington State Forest Practices Board recently voted to significantly increase no-harvest buffers on non-fish bearing streams. This will take about 200,000 acres out of timber production, … more

11/21/25

Letter to the editor: Fact checking is not a MAGA strong suit

In a Nov. 13. letter to The Chronicle, writer Richard Perry comments about the open drug boats being blown up by the U.S. military in the Caribbean Sea and in the Pacific Ocean. He states, … more

11/21/25

Letter to the editor: Why don’t Americans trust politicians?

Our economy sucks, and things keep getting worse. Who can disagree with that? Politicians can’t be trusted to fix it for the common person. Only 22% of voters trust politicians, according … more

11/21/25

Letter to the editor: Lewis County is poor, flood-prone and already feeling the effects of a changing climate

Sen. John Braun’s recent column about Bill Gates and Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA) leaves out the most important facts, especially for a poor and climate-vulnerable county … more

11/19/25

Letter to the editor: Washington forest board makes the right call on stream buffers

A recent article suggested that the recent decision of the Washington Forest Management Board would “remove roughly 200,000 acres of Western Washington timber from production.” That … more

11/17/25

Letter to the editor: Let’s acknowledge where President Trump is exceptional

Mr. Perry's recent letter, which accuses Democrats of asserting, "No matter what President Trump does, it’s wrong," warrants clarification. Political dynamics are considerably more intricate … more

11/17/25

Letter to the editor: Centralia City Council District 2 outcome will need to wait for election certification

If you’ve been following local politics, you know the Centralia City Council District 2 race is still too close to call. Neighbors keep asking how the count is going. As of Nov. 17, Leah … more

11/17/25

Letter to the editor: What do progressives stand for? Here are a few answers

Letter writer Mr. Kimbrel would like some answers, so here’s a few: What do I stand for? Generally, the same sort of things Republicans used to stand for. Truth. Justice. The … more

11/17/25

A John Deere tractor sits in the middle of a roundabout at U.S. Highway 12 and Sargent Road SW in Grand Mound on Friday, Nov. 14.

Phil the Tractor: A symbol of hometown roots

If you’ve ever driven along U.S. Highway 12 between Rochester and Grand Mound early in the morning — windows cracked just enough to catch the sharp, familiar scent of a dairy farm nearby … more

Commentary by Victoria Stocking / Rochester | 11/14/25

Letter to the editor: Make America Great Again (without hate)

Make America Great Again (MAGA) is the rallying cry for Donald Trump’s political movement. I am not a supporter of this movement, but I believe there is some truth to the fact that in many ways … more

11/14/25

Letter to the editor: We must be ever vigilant about who and what we vote for

“Democracy cannot exist as a permanent form of government. It can only exist until the voters discover they can vote themselves largess out of the public treasure. From that moment on, the … more

11/14/25

Letter to the editor: Can he do anything right?

If you are a Democrat, the answer is “no.” No matter what President Trump does, it’s wrong. If every narco terrorist boat blown out of the water had Adolf Hitler at the … more

11/14/25

Port of Centralia District 2 Commissioner candidate Ally Pickard speaks during a debate hosted by The Chronicle in the TransAlta Commons at Centralia College on Wednesday, Oct. 8.

Letter: Come January, the citizens will be in control of the Port of Centralia

Editor's note: The following letter was written by Ally Pickard, who defeated Port of Centralia Commissioner Julie Shaffley during the recent general election. I want to begin by thanking … more

11/12/25

Letter to the editor: Unlike most Republicans, Cheney had the guts to tell the truth

Dick Cheney, the Republican former congressman, secretary of defense and vice president, died on Nov. 3. He said in 2024 of the current occupant of the White House: “There has … more

11/12/25

Letter to the editor: Tax the rich doesn’t work — here’s why

Sorry to letter writer Ms. Callison. “Tax the Rich” sounds good on a protest sign. It appeals to fairness and the sense that billionaires are gaming the system while everyone else picks … more

11/12/25

Letter to the editor: Billionaires could end SNAP program with their generosity

For those of us who once believed that Donald Trump was going to lower prices for working Americans, our eyes have been opened. When we shop for groceries, fill our gas tanks, pay our power … more

11/12/25