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I have attended Port of Centralia Commission meetings in person and online for at least two years now.
I have been disappointed in the actions of two commissioners and the …
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10/24/25
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City councilors are elected or appointed to represent the people of Centralia. This is our first and foremost job. Not developers. Not outside interests. Centralia taxpayers come first — …
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10/24/25
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Washington state Public Lands Commissioner Dave Upthegrove was elected on a promise to permanently protect 77,000 acres of Legacy Forest.
Yet, his day one action was only a temporary pause, not …
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10/24/25
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I’ve known Brian Watson for more than 20 years, and he is one of the most genuine, dependable and community-minded people I know. Brian doesn’t just talk about serving his community …
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10/24/25
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As everyone who drove past George Washington Park on Saturday afternoon saw, Centralia’s “No Kings” rally was a peaceful celebration of democracy.
We at Rural Lewis County …
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10/24/25
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The International Narcotics Control Strategy Report 2025 is the U.S. government’s most comprehensive and authoritative annual report on the state of global drug trafficking. The INCSR is a …
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10/24/25
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This time last year, Lewis County landowners were excitedly sending videos to us.
“Look! I think there are salmon in our creek!” were the excited texts coming in along with the …
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10/22/25
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As a fellow member of the Chehalis City Council, I have had the privilege of serving alongside Kate McDougall for the past two years.
In that time, I’ve witnessed firsthand the dedication, …
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10/22/25
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I am the proud Chehalis Gold Star son of Robert Dowling, a fallen hero who gave his life in service to this nation. He is buried at the Ft. Lewis Post Cemetery.
At the time of his burial, my …
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10/21/25
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There are two common outcomes for executive directors: they quit or they are fired.
They usually do not have unlimited-term contracts that include four years of severance if their board fires …
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10/20/25
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Republicans are really stepping up their definitions of identity — can’t allow anyone in their ranks that is against America becoming a fascist nation; can’t allow anyone to pray …
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10/20/25
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I grew up in Centralia. Like so many others, my life travels have taken me away from my hometown.
I am actively looking for the right home back in Centralia/Chehalis as I will be relocating …
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10/20/25
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I’m a single mom living here in Centralia, and I wanted to share why I’m voting for Ray Chapman-Wilson for Centralia City Council, District 2.
I love this town and I’ve made a …
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10/20/25
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President Donald Trump has bragged about his ability to bring in foreign investments that he says will lead to more jobs in America. In a speech last month, Trump said, “Under eight months of …
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10/20/25
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The sight of people sleeping on the streets or in tents should remind us of the work that still needs to be done in our country.
Instead, our current President Donald Trump made an executive …
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10/20/25
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With ballots starting to show up in the mail, I have a few things I would like to comment on about the Port of Centralia race.
The debates were a needed event for many of the local races. It was …
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10/20/25
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Please join me in re-electing Chehalis City Mayor Pro Tem Kate McDougall to the Chehalis City Council Position 1 At-Large seat.
Kate has demonstrated over the past four years her commitment and …
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10/20/25
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I am writing to share my official list of endorsements for the 2025 local elections.
These candidates exemplify the leadership, dedication and forward thinking vision that our community needs. …
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10/17/25
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Many citizens simply have no idea, cannot even begin to imagine, what misfortunes, tragedies and adversities people experience long before they reach adulthood.
The abuse endured, the loss …
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10/17/25
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I am writing to explain why I support Ally Pickard for commissioner of the Port of Centralia. Probably most of us are not unhappy with how the port is doing. Centralia Station is coming along …
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10/17/25
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