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Letter to the editor: Shaffley ensures confidentiality and appropriate transparency occurs at the port

I am supporting Julie Shaffley for Port of Centralia commissioner. As the current commissioner, Julie ensures that confidentiality and appropriate transparency occurs at the port. As a public … more

10/17/25

Letter to the editor: Chehalis needs a new direction

Chehalis is at a turning point. Over the past four years, our property taxes have gone up. Our utility rates have gone up. And yet, the city still managed to spend over $2.8 million more than it … more

10/17/25

Letter to the editor: We’re voting for Ally Pickard and encourage you to do the same

There is an important contested race this November for the Port of Centralia Board of Commissioners. We would encourage all voters to consider newcomer Ally Pickard. It has been mentioned by her … more

10/17/25

Letter to the editor: Be on the lookout for thieving bear in sweater

On Thursday, Oct. 2, The Chronicle shared that “a porch pirate” was captured on video in Ocean Shores location, swiping a package from the porch. The stolen package contained … more

10/17/25

Letter to the editor: Elijah White will serve with integrity, accountability and genuine care

I am writing to express my support for Elijah White in his campaign for Chehalis City Council, At-Large Position 1. Having worked in Chehalis for 49 years, I have watched closely the community … more

10/17/25

Letter to the editor: I am committed to serving Toledo’s students and families as school board member

I am committed to serving Toledo’s students and families so that our community provides the very best quality education and growth opportunities for all students. My ancestors and … more

10/17/25

Letter to the editor: Vote for a clean slate and a fresh start for Port of Centralia Commission

Over the years, I have served a full-term on Centralia City Council and brought to the Lewis County Citizens for Lewis County 911 for the communication systems upgrades. The people of this Lewis … more

10/17/25

Letter to the editor: Current Oval Office occupant could learn from predecessors

Due to overwhelming public pressure, the Walt Disney Company has cancelled its suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and returned the long-running television show to the airwaves. This … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: I hope one day we will see real Republican leaders again

I was raised in a Christian home. My father was a minister, and I was taught from a young age that following Jesus meant caring for the poor, feeding the hungry and telling the truth even when it was … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: It really is those damn phones

Editor’s note: Letter writer Ezmariah Poppino, a student at Centralia High School and Centralia College, is an aspiring professional artist. This letter is among several submitted by students … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: Don’t let the state gamble with more taxpayer money

I am a big no on Resolution 8201. With our state government’s track record of being so fiscally responsible with taxpayer dollars, now they want us to allow them to gamble funding with … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: Use this month as a reminder that talking things out works

October is recognized as Community Dispute Resolution Month in Washington — a time to celebrate the power of peaceful dialogue and cooperative problem-solving in resolving everyday conflicts. … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: What are you outraged about now? Frogs in Portland?

Remember when DOGE was all the rage? Waste, fraud and abuse were the words on every right wing talking head. Seems a lifetime ago. Where is their outrage about a ballroom in the White … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: Julie Shaffley has been a vital part of port’s success

I moved to Centralia in 1989. During that time, the logging industry was in decline, the unemployment rate was significantly higher than the state’s average, and opportunities in Centralia were … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: Shutdown an opportunity to eliminate ‘not essential’ gov’t spending

A smaller government is my goal. During my lifetime, the government has gone from issuing driver’s licenses to an entity that endeavors to control everything that I own and everything I … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: Ally Pickard will bring a fresh voice and a new perspective to the Port of Centralia

I am voting for Ally Pickard for Port of Centralia Commission Position 2. Ally brings to the commissioner seat a background in finance management, budgeting, marketing and grant administration. … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: Don’t buy the lies — 'No Kings' is a day for peaceful protest

House Speaker Mike Johnson has labeled the 2,500-plus Indivisible national No Kings Day rallies, planned in every state for next Saturday, as protests by violent “antifa” who “hate … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: Lawmaker’s childish insults and schoolyard antics are an embarrassment

As a U.S. Marine veteran and retired elementary school teacher, I’ve dealt with my share of bullies. I’ve seen them on the playground, in the classroom and, unfortunately, now in our … more

10/15/25

Letter to the editor: Senator asks for input amid ‘troubling’ harassment of signature gatherers

Washington’s initiative process gives citizens the power to propose laws and hold government accountable — a right that should never depend on politics or fear. Recent harassment and … more

10/13/25

Letter to the editor: Non-citizens should be deported, but not in the cruel fashion of the current administration

I am so fed up with the divisiveness in our country. Are you? How does it help any of us to just demonize others, spew hate and blame, and tear each other down in so many ways? What does anyone … more

10/10/25