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Letter to the editor: Time to quit publishing whining MAGA letters

According to Mr. Peterson's letter of Aug. 19, it looks like The Chronicle should also quit publishing the whining of MAGA's when all they can do is whine about the liberals. It's that old … more

9/8/25

Letter to the editor: Those who plan death for others forfeit their liberty and rights

We have a 13-year-old in Pierce County with guns, manifestos and a target. Let him do life. At that age, there is no redeeming the kid. The safety of every other school kid outweighs the … more

9/8/25

Become a friend of the Vernetta Smith Timberland Chehalis Library

We all need a friend. A friend is a person whom one knows, likes and trusts, a comrade, an ally for a cause. Are you aware of a wonderful cause right here in Chehalis? I’m talking … more

9/8/25

Letter to the editor: Is cruelty and malice the new normal for America?

Once, we were seen as a beacon of hope, a nation that stood for liberty, compassion and justice. Today, too many see us as cruel and vindictive. What has happened to our humanity? To be clear, I … more

9/8/25

Letter to the editor: The Chronicle’s commentary problem

I’ve been saying this for a while. I even shared my thoughts directly with the editor and publisher of the Chronicle in direct emails previously. Apparently, my concerns fell on deaf ears. … more

9/6/25

Letter to the editor: County’s decisions around Packwood will stall the fragile momentum we’ve fought hard to build

The Lewis County Planning Commission seems determined to apply big-city housing regulations to Packwood — a town with a fragile, rural, tourism-centered economy and a totally different set of … more

9/5/25

Letter to the editor: A proposal to meet regional airport needs

Crawford Mountain International Airport? Crawford Mountain is located 2 miles north of the Lewis County line, 5 miles east of Tenino and 5 miles west of Rainier. It is a 1,440-foot peak in … more

9/5/25

Letter to the editor: Attacks on Catholics cause for concern across the globe

Not long ago I wrote about the importance of religious freedom and the danger of government overreach into sacred spaces like the Catholic confessional. But threats to the Catholic faith are not just … more

9/5/25

Letter to the editor: MAGA lies pile up almost hourly now

A new giant wave of MAGA/King Donnie of Orange lies breaks upon the American public almost hourly now. But tariff inflation is coming. Walmart and Home Depot say they cannot continue to eat the … more

9/5/25

Letter to the editor: Can I feel freedom as my country becomes fascist?

Surreal. The sky is still blue. Even the moon is still there on a cloudy Northwest night. Odd, but this is the same feeling I had when I was thinking of leaving a bad marriage. It took leaving the … more

9/5/25

Letter to the editor: Columnist’s take on August farewells appreciated

Good morning, Dr. Richard Stride. Your recent commentary in The Chronicle on August Farewells is simply one of the best articles I have ever read. It really resonated with me to … more

9/5/25

Letter to the editor: Let's make sure Winlock's government listens to all of us

Good local government means being responsible with our town's business and being open with the people you serve. While a leader must sometimes make tough decisions quickly, especially in an … more

9/5/25

Letter to the editor: Don’t forget Green Hill; don’t let the cycle continue

Aug. 31, 2025, marked two years since the Joint Narcotics Enforcement Team (JNET) raided Green Hill School in Chehalis. Green Hill isn’t just another juvenile facility — it is our … more

9/5/25

Letter to the editor: Commissioner’s thoughts on national politics are not relevant

Sean Swope, you’re at it again. Let me remind you that you are a county commissioner in a small, rural county, one of the 3,223 counties in the U.S. That's about as low on the national … more

9/5/25

Letter to the Editor: We are going to accomplish great things in the coming year, superintendent says

As we welcome students back for a new school year, I am filled with excitement and optimism about the journey ahead. Each new year offers a fresh opportunity to build on our successes and to reaffirm … more

9/3/25

Letter to the editor: Questions for county commissioner after courthouse protest

Sean Swope, I was really hoping to get your attention by showing up on Aug. 25. Even though I’m pretty sure you weren’t there, I was pleased to see you responded to one of my statements … more

8/29/25

Letter to the editor: Tyranny and overreach are not acceptable behaviors, now or ever

The latest round of overreach by the Trump regime includes threatening cities with military deployment. Do you know who does that? Dictators do. Also notice that the cities he is threatening are … more

8/27/25

Letter to the editor: Dems have been whining since Hillary Clinton’s loss

Letter writer Dennis Shain of Centralia must have mixed up the political parties. He stated that the Republicans are big whiners. Obviously, he’s confused. It wasn’t the Republicans … more

8/27/25

Letter to the editor: All mail-in voting has been forced upon Washington state voters for decades

Regarding the article on Washington state all mail voting, reprinted from The Olympian. Assumptions are made in this article, such as the opening paragraph referring to it as a “statewide … more

8/25/25

Letter to the editor: Hocus POTUS — response to a recent inspiring letter

When it comes to “whining,” the GOP is the all time champion. Counter their drivel with information and logic, and all you get back is vile name calling and threats. I’ve … more

8/25/25