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Letter to the editor: What's the price of integrity? It’s $500 for one local writer

What's the price of integrity? Apparently, for one Lewis County News writer, it's $500. According to records from the Washington state Public Disclosure Commission (PDC), writer Brittany Voie … more

4/15/24

Early day Sisters of Providence supported the construction and operation of their works of charity through begging tours. These fund-raising journeys to distant logging camps and mines were made by boat, by stagecoach and on horseback. circa 1890.

Julie McDonald: Mother Joseph and Sisters of Providence opened schools, hospitals, orphanages

Today marks the 201st birthday of a Canadian woman whose loving selfless acts of service saved many lives throughout the Pacific Northwest. Esther Pariseau was born April 16, 1823, on a farm … more

By Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle | 4/15/24

Letter to the editor: The fentanyl crisis is our greatest enemy

Lewis County is a poor county with high rates of related social and health challenges, including hunger, addiction and homelessness, among other things. At this point in time, though, millions, … more

4/15/24

Letter to the editor: Toledo Community Foundation urges passage of school levy

I’m a former board member of Toledo School District, and I’ve seen the results of a double levy failure. It’s devastating for the school district and community. It can take … more

4/15/24

Stephen Pahre, of Edgewood, pictured with his uncle, Stuart Halsan, of Centralia. They are direct descendants of Stephen Tainter, a drummer who enlisted in the American Revolution. Tainter had served in the war for eight years by the time he was 24 years old.

Commentary: Local descendant finds big surprise at American Revolution exhibit in Thurston County

How would you feel if you walked into a national exhibition and saw your own direct relative’s image and life narrative as part of the story? That is exactly what happened to Stuart … more

By Shirley Stirling / Republished courtesy of The JOLT – The Journal of Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater | 4/15/24

The sun sets on the W.F. West soccer pitch on Friday, March 29.

Brian Mittge: Family ties are as sweet as the spring sunshine

My oldest son just got back from a visit to his cousins in Texas. Offhand, he mentioned how similar my brother and I are. It made me smile. I’m honored to be associated with my … more

Commentary by Brian Mittge / For The Chronicle | 4/12/24

Located at 111 S. Ash street just south of the Centralia College campus, the CHI apartments are pictured on Tuesday, Nov. 7.

Our Views: Beacons of hope — Scholars Haven and Centralia Community Foundation

In a world filled with uncertainties and obstacles, it is truly inspiring to see the rise of organizations that bring hope dedicated to supporting those in need and nurturing the aspirations of our … more

By The Chronicle Editorial Board | 4/12/24

Centralia College students are pictured in this photo from the college's historical files.

Commentary: Nearly 100 years ago, Centralia College and Lewis County paved the way

Lewis County likes to do things differently. It always has. It’s that trailblazing spirit that led to the founding of Centralia Junior College in 1925. More community colleges followed our … more

By The Centralia College Board of Trustees | 4/12/24

The entrance of Green Hill School in Chehalis on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024.

Sen. John Braun: Green Hill School deserves second chance – now let’s see results

As someone who believes in second chances, I believe the young people serving time at Green Hill School in Chehalis deserve a second chance to get their lives pointed in a better direction. … more

By Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia | 4/12/24

Letter to the editor: Do we want to continue along the same path we’ve been going down for four years?

We are rapidly approaching the time to make a huge decision about the future of our country. On the national level we have the president, Sen. Maria Cantwell and U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez. … more

4/10/24

Letter to the editor: State doesn’t provide enough funding; support Toledo levy

I have two children enrolled in the Toledo School District (TSD). As a member of the community, a landowner, a taxpayer and a parent, I am surprised at the fight against the school levy. I keep … more

4/10/24

Letter to the editor: Notify proper authorities in unfortunate instances

I moved back to Washington state in 2021. Throughout my visits to our local businesses, or reading the newspaper, or listening to our local radio station news, I have noticed several situations where … more

4/10/24

Letter to the editor: Proposed Lewis County ordinance threatens successful, life-saving outreach

Gather Church provides important life-saving services for those struggling to get a foothold. This includes community outreach, a meds-first clinic, care coordination, education and a successful, … more

4/10/24

Letter to the editor: The Chehalis River Basin Land Trust and “WDYDWYD”

I’ve been a part of the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust for nearly 20 years, and I’m still learning. At the Nonprofit Leadership Conference, I participated in a workshop on … more

4/10/24

Letter to the editor: A new bridge over the Chehalis River? Fix or replace existing spans first

Why is the state contemplating building more exit entrance ramps on Interstate 5 and planning on building another bridge over the Chehalis River at the Scheuber Road when what needs to be done is … more

4/10/24

Dr. Muhammad Aurangzeb Ahmad, a principal research scientist at KenSci Inc., a company focused on AI in healthcare, and affiliate assistant professor in the University of Washington Computer Science Department, gives a presentation titled “When Your Grandpa Is a Bot: AI, Death, and Digital Doppelgangers.”

Julie McDonald: Professor talks about using AI to re-create deceased loved ones

When a cardiologist diagnosed me with a heart blockage in early January and scheduled the procedure to fix it in early March, I had two months to consider my life and possible death. What did I need … more

By Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle | 4/8/24

Letter to the editor: The original mission of the Sisters of Providence has indeed been compromised

It was very difficult for me to read through the commentary of Julie McDonald in the Tuesday, April 2, edition of The Chronicle. McDonald recapped her experience at the Providence Centralia Hospital … more

4/8/24

Letter to the editor: Tolerating the mistreatment of trans women encourages the mistreatment of all women

International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, took place in March. To honor this year’s theme, “Inspire … more

4/8/24

Editorial: Zero traffic deaths by 2030? Put more emphasis on law enforcement

The recent spate of horrendous collisions and nose-thumbing at rules should prompt some serious thinking around the laudable state and local goals of no traffic deaths in six years. It's not … more

The Seattle Times Editorial Board (TNS) | 4/8/24

Mount St. Helens itself was hiding behind the clouds, but the jagged foothills around the volcano made for a picturesque setting as columnist Brian Mittge and his family walked on the boardwalk at Coldwater Lake and later on the nearby Hummocks Trail.

Brian Mittge: Spring beauty among the volcanic rubble

COLDWATER LAKE, Cowlitz County — When spring weather can't make up its mind, perhaps the perfect place to take a walk in both the sun and the snow is at Mount St. Helens, which offers its own … more

Commentary by Brian Mittge / For The Chronicle | 4/5/24