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Letter to the editor: A solution to today’s fuel crisis

The Republican Party has dragged out the tired ploy that Democratic candidates are communists. That worked for a while and ruined many lives and careers while Joseph McCarthy used fear of … more

9/30/26

Letter to the editor: Braun in lockstep with Trump

It is time to move on from the wise and powerful elephant as the long time symbol of the Republican Party. To symbolize the GOP’s complete subservience to Donald Trump and his ignorant policies and … more

9/30/26

Doug DeVany is executive director of the Lewis County Historical Museum.

Letter: This is your museum

Hello, Lewis County, and hello to the many visitors from around the world who find their way to our beautiful county. Now that I'm the permanent executive director of the Lewis County Historical … more

9/28/26

Lewis County Commissioner District 3 candidate Mike Hadaller speaks during a candidate forum hosted by The Chronicle at the Bob Lyle Community Center in Morton on Tuesday, July 7.

Letter: I want to help Lewis County be a place of opportunity for all

I want to take a moment to ask how many voters saw the same report I saw last week reporting the shift of population away from cities. What? People moving from cities? Yes. Apparently, sane … more

9/23/26

Candidate Tracy Murphy introduces himself and discusses his election platform during a forum for the Lewis County Sheriff election at the Adna Grange on Thursday, June 11.

Letter: I’m Tracy Murphy, and I would be honored to have your vote for sheriff

Hi, I’m Tracy Murphy, and I’d be honored to earn your vote for Lewis County sheriff. After more than 35 years in law enforcement, I know what professional law enforcement looks like, and I … more

9/23/26

Letter to the editor: An idea to protect yourself from bird flu

Regarding your recent online headline “What to know about bird flu in Washington State”: If you’re concerned about bird flu, I have a suggestion to slow the virus’s spread, help animals, … more

9/23/26

Letter to the editor: John Braun for Congress — a dedicated public servant

I keep seeing the attack ad blaming John Braun for the huge increase in Washington state spending, and I find it an appalling twist of the truth. You don’t have to be a state budget expert to … more

9/21/26

Letter to the editor: What is Marie Gluesenkamp Perez hiding?

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez publicly goes by Marie, but her birth name is Kristina Marie Pérez. There is nothing inherently wrong with using a middle name or a different version of your name, but I’m … more

9/21/26

Letter to the editor: Corey Christensen’s statements are important

I read the Corey Christensen article in last Thursday’s edition of The Chronicle. It hit home. If any of you haven’t read it, do so now. You need to know this. The office of sheriff is … more

9/21/26

Letter to the editor: Thank you to those supporting the new Morton roundabout

I want to thank the many good citizens of Morton who I have visited with recently regarding their decision to embrace a roundabout at the intersection of U.S. Highway 12 and Second Street. In … more

9/21/26

Letter to the Editor: Forty years for Port of Centralia — and so many people along the way

On Sept. 16, 1986, voters approved the formation of the Port of Centralia. When I look back at the history of the port, what strikes me isn’t just the buildings, businesses or acres that have been … more

9/11/26

Letter to the Editor: I voted for MGP — this November, I’m voting for Braun

I met Marie Gluesenkamp Perez four years ago during her race against Joe Kent, and I voted for her. This November, though, my vote is going to John Braun. I consider myself an Independent, and … more

9/11/26

Letter to the Editor: In support of Stickley for Lewis County Coroner

I am writing in support of Jessica Stickley for Lewis County Coroner. I am happy that Jessica is running as an Independent, not as a Democrat or Republican. The coroner’s office is a nonpartisan … more

9/11/26

Letter to the Editor: Are we great again yet?

This Labor Day, all’s for the best in this best of all possible countries. Ten million American citizens lost their health care since Donald Trump regained office, among them 2.5 million … more

9/9/26

Letter to the Editor: Don’t say Democrats have no power

Ms. Conner’s op-ed levels a series of sweeping accusations about the current administration and Congress but never provides a single piece of evidence to support any of them. Assertions are not … more

9/9/26

Letter to the Editor: Centralia School District administration deserves significant praise

Centralians should praise the administration at Centralia School District for their management of financial resources. Their careful management of the district’s finances have resulted in an A1 … more

9/9/26

Letter to the Editor: Braun has displayed his commitment to us

I am writing to support and endorse state Sen. John Braun in his bid to represent the people of Lewis County as our representative in the Third Congressional District. Having come to know Sen. … more

9/7/26

Bill Bouschor, of Curtis, left, and Jim Stafford, the author of this letter, prepare to pour bronze into molds near Adna.

Letter to the editor: “Frivolous art”

The arts and humanities are the human equation in our lives. The arts are the cradle of creativity, which spills over into every aspect of our lives. Young children learn to manipulate … more

9/4/26

Letter to the editor: Vote Democrat

The control of both the executive and legislative branches by the current Republican administration and Congress has accelerated a deeply concerning decline in our nation’s foundational systems and … more

9/4/26

Letter to the editor: The people wanted Washington justices elected — why are so many appointed?

It is generally confusing to determine how to elect a judge at any level. Electing a judge to serve as a Supreme Court Justice is even more difficult. The Washington State Constitution … more

9/4/26