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Letter to the editor: Vote yes on I-645 and pay attention to the general election

Recent letters to the editor piqued my interest. Two diametrically opposed letters opining about I-645 shows socialist thinking in one and reasoned criticism in the other. Another letter … more

8/31/26

Letter to the editor: “Climate change” might be biblical

What if God had anticipated what we call “climate change” when He created earth and purposely established photosynthesis as a natural process to be highly stimulated by increased carbon dioxide … more

8/31/26

Stephanie Miller, Lewis County Drug Court manager, smiles during a conversation at the Toledo High School softball fields in Toledo on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025.

Letter: Your local therapeutic courts are working, and you can support them

My name is Stephanie Miller. I manage the Lewis County Drug Court Program. I also proudly serve as a non-voting member on the Foundation for Therapeutic Courts of Lewis County — FTCLC. FTCLC … more

8/31/26

Letter to the editor: John Braun is the real deal

I’ve met John Braun a few times now, and he is ultimately what I want from a representative in Congress: someone intelligent enough to understand the issues, experienced enough to know how … more

8/31/26

Letter to the editor: Keep women’s and girls’ sports female

Vote “yes” on Initiative 26-638 to keep girls’ and women’s sports leagues female. As a PE teacher for over 25 years, coach and athlete. I’ve played in both women’s and co-ed leagues, … more

8/31/26

Letter to the editor: Enough with the hypocrisy, Republicans

Thanks for your reply to my recent letter to the editor, Tony Christen. I suppose all we really need to do is look at behavior. You know what we didn’t see in 2016, Tony? Mobs of … more

8/31/26

Centralia Superintendent Lisa Grant speaks during the class of 2026 commencement ceremony at Tiger Stadium on Friday, June 5.

Letter: Centralia students will accomplish great things this year

The new school year begins Tuesday, Sept. 1, and the Centralia School District is excited and ready for it to begin! We are filled with enthusiasm, hope and optimism about the learning and … more

8/26/26

Letter to the editor: We could all use a little more Dolly in our lives

The passing of Dolly Parton is doing something that regional disasters often produce by bringing a wide spectrum of people together feeling a similar sense of loss. She had a unique way of … more

8/26/26

Letter to the editor: Fiscal responsibility requires more than election-year promises

U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez recently wrote that she “actually cares” about the national debt, pointing to her proposed balanced-budget amendment, the FULL Act and her vote against a … more

8/26/26

Letter to the editor: Attack ad runs short on truth

Politics! Attack ads funded by millions of dollars include one against a woman running for office in this county. They repeatedly show a clip of her saying in an interview that she is a little … more

8/26/26

Letter to the editor: Anyone who believes in honest debate on income tax should be horrified

I found out something new today. The voters’ pamphlet we receive this year for the general election will contain flat-out lies. I was a bit shocked that the false message was allowed to … more

8/24/26

Letter to the editor: Gluesenkamp Perez not in great shape heading to general election

Conventional political wisdom is that U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is in pretty good shape for re-election. Her loss in the primary indicates a close race, but Republicans are usually more … more

8/24/26

Letter to the editor: Do the Democratic Socialists of America have a point?

Much attention has focused recently on the electoral successes of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA). These have included the election of Zohran Mamdani to the mayoralty of New … more

8/24/26

Letter to the editor: Hillary Clinton can question elections but Trump can’t?

This letter is in response to the recent letters to the editor from Jesse Ohlsson and Susanne Weil. I find it quite amazing how quickly the liberal Democrats lose their memories. I recall when … more

8/19/26

Letter to the editor: The rich should pay their fair share in taxes so the rest of us pay less

On Nov. 3, one of the issues we will be voting on is I-645, the initiative to repeal the “millionaires income tax.” Vote no! Taxing the extremely wealthy more is the fair thing to do since … more

8/19/26

Letter to the editor: Jim Walsh is aiding and abetting a deranged tyrant

Current Rep. Jim Walsh has repeatedly sworn an oath to support the Constitution of the United States, and the Constitution and laws of the state of Washington. But now that he is also the … more

8/19/26

Letter to the editor: Only we, the citizens of this society, have the power to correct our course

I’m feeling philosophical today, so I hope you will take a moment to listen. We are being taught that intolerance and hate are acceptable. They are not. Whether you follow the … more

8/19/26

Letter to the editor: Privacy, data and Flock cameras

I read the recent article here in which the Flock company assures us they’re taking measures to maintain our privacy. Sure they are. Here’s what citizens need to know. If the cameras … more

8/19/26

Distinguished Alumni Committee Selection Chair Tim Browning speaks about the 2026 Distinguished Alumni of the Year Award at the Centralia High School Performing Arts Center on Monday, Jan. 26.

Letter to the editor: Be part of building a culture of success in Centralia schools

Our children are our legacy. Centralia School District students are our future. Serving them as a member of the school board is a privilege. In today's world, it is hard work. You … more

8/14/26

Letter to the editor: Fraud is everywhere

Fraud is not theoretical. It is a continuous, documented reality across public programs, and the evidence is overwhelming. In June 2026, the Justice Department charged 455 defendants in health … more

8/14/26