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Letter to the editor: Please respect the American flag and retire the tattered ones

Recently, Rev. Alta Smith wrote an article on “respecting our national flag.” As a Vietnam Marine veteran, my love for this country is limitless. That being said, I carry new flags … more

4/14/25

Letter to the editor: Defunding of libraries is disturbing

We are deeply disturbed by the removal of federal funds for our libraries and museums. Libraries are the most generous institutions; ours has been called “the heart of the town.” … more

4/14/25

Letter to the editor: Gun violence and the evolution and power of language

Gun violence is unfortunately ingrained in the ethos of the United States. It is a component of life for all Americans, causing us to learn a language we must use to mourn and respond and prevent; … more

4/14/25

Letter to the Editor: Reject trickle down economics

Republicans like U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse browbeat Democrats in and out of Olympia and Washington, D.C., for spending on popular populist agendas. During the pandemic, the Democrats in Washington, … more

4/9/25

Letter to the Editor: Arbor Health honored to serve you in these uncertain times

We understand that recent discussions about federal funding for Medicaid may have left you feeling uncertain about your health care coverage. At Arbor Health, we want to reassure you that no … more

4/9/25

Letter to the editor: Chronicle makes the right call on All-Area co-MVPs

W.F. West’s Julia Dalan and Adna’s Karsyn Freeman sharing co-MVP on The Chronicle’s 2025 All-Area Team was earned and well deserved. Really appreciate The Chronicle and the … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: Try juvenile assault suspect as an adult

Aiden Riley Smith should be tried and convicted as an adult. He chose to nearly kill another citizen with his adult size, strength and body. The excuse that his brain is not fully developed … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: Bring DOGE to Washington state government

Gov. Ron DeSantis recently implemented DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) for the State of Florida. A billion dollars in savings has been found so far. If Washington state implemented a … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: Not finishing United Learning Center would be devastating

When I drive by the building under construction that is to be the United Learning Center, I am filled with hope and excitement. Hope that it might soon be finished, and excitement because of all the … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: Mossyrock School District levy is an investment I can get behind

It has been said that you can tell what a person truly values by what they choose to invest in. This notion is true as individuals, and it also bears true for communities. It is this principle … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: A little extra in sales tax revenue from foreign corporations would be helpful to Washington state citizens

Now is a good time to let our professional sports teams help us out by collecting Washington state sales taxes from foreign corporations. T-Mobile is actually a subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom. … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: Thoughts on nitrate water contamination from a resident

I was unable to attend the Mayberry Road neighborhood Nitrates contamination meeting at Centralia High School Monday night, March 24, due to attending the Shalom Housing Project fundraiser, but my … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: United Learning Center a chance to help youths thrive academically, socially and emotionally

Let’s make a huge, mega impact on the children and families in Lewis County. You no doubt have heard of the coming United Learning Center (ULC) featuring Bezos’s Academy, a place … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: United Learning Center brings organizations together to support, nurture children

“ULC.” Ho hum, just another trio of letters. That is, until you unpack their meaning: United Learning Center. Then, wow, what a wonderful collaboration of diverse … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: Support Mossyrock school levy to make up the gap in state and local funding

I am a senior citizen, a former school board member of Mossyrock School District, a former employee of a large school district in another state and, best of all, a member of the Mossyrock and Salkum … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: Baffled by nonprofit ending fundraising amid funding fears

I’m baffled by Hope Alliance’s letter published March 20. The letter states they are worried over potential lost state and federal funding, yet, in response to this, they are … more

4/2/25

Letter to the editor: Free speech and open debate must be preserved

Freedom of speech is one of the most fundamental rights in our democracy, and it’s deeply concerning to see growing efforts to undermine it under President Donald Trump’s leadership. … more

4/1/25

Letter to the editor: The taxes are too damn high

The state of Washington, with the Democratic Party in charge for the last 38 years, has squandered billions of your tax dollars upon illegal immigrants, green energy kickback schemes, waste, fraud … more

4/1/25

Letter to the editor: United Learning Center is a commitment to the future of our children, our businesses and our downtown

On behalf of the Centralia Downtown Association, we are writing to express our unwavering support for the completion of the United Learning Center. This project is not just about a … more

4/1/25

Letter to the editor: Children’s museum at United Learning Center will be a safe place focused on learning

Discover! Children’s Museum will be part of the United Learning Center under construction on North Pearl Street in Centralia. Discover! will be built and operated as a safe place for children … more

3/28/25