“We are the first generation to feel the sting of climate change, and we are the last generation that can do something about it.” — Jay Inslee
The earth’s climate has …
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By Bill Serrahn / For The Chronicle
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4/24/24
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This letter is in response to the recent story in The Chronicle headlined “Mason County resident under investigation for cruelty involving 60 animals.”
The case reportedly involving …
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4/24/24
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Once again, letter writer Marty Ansley has shown his ignorance and venom concerning Donald Trump.
He should know that all of the allegations against President Trump come from the left, the …
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4/24/24
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Are you aware of a fraudulent Facebook page impersonating the Port of Centralia by using the real Port’s trademark, intellectual properties and name?
This imposter Facebook page has the …
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4/24/24
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Last week, Kristen Chilson of Northway Strategies, a paid contractor for the Lewis County Republican Party, wrote to you here about my alleged failure to disclose information.
I’d like to …
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4/24/24
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Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart, the French-Canadian Sister of Providence who started nearly 30 schools, orphanages and hospitals in the Pacific Northwest during the 19th century, never started a …
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Commentary by Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle
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4/22/24
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Editor’s note: Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez was offered an opportunity to write an op-ed on a topic of her choosing after the previous publication of a commentary by her Republican …
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Commentary by U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Washougal
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4/19/24
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Republicans see absolutely no need for an income tax in Washington. Thanks to unanimous support from Republican legislators, Initiative 2111 was passed on March 4. It outlaws any income tax at any …
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Commentary by Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia
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4/19/24
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Kristen Chilson, of Winlock, recently submitted a letter to the editor containing malicious speculations attacking a local person she disagrees with, Brittany Voie.
The letter discussed records …
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4/17/24
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I am writing in opposition to Washington state’s new law establishing a “hate speech” reporting line.
It is a shame that our state has succumbed to writing and passing needless …
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4/17/24
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Good old letter writer Marty Ansley. Without Marty, we’d never know who is toxic.
Marty’s an expert in toxicity. He employs it with relish when he attacks presumptive GOP …
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4/17/24
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Congressman Mike Turner, R-Ohio, chair of the U.S House Intelligence Committee, recently stated that members of his own caucus (MAGA/Republican) have repeated Russian propaganda on the floor of the …
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4/17/24
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As someone who fully intends on casting my ballot for Bob Ferguson this fall, I’d love nothing more than to see him face off against Semi Bird.
By all means, Republicans, continue …
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4/17/24
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I love watching documentaries, usually those that are about history or historical figures.
My wife likes sitcoms.
If you saw us at home sitting on the couch together, you would see that she …
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By Richard Stride / For The Chronicle
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4/17/24
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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 …
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4/15/24
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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 …
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By Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle
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4/15/24
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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, …
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4/15/24
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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 …
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4/15/24
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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 …
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By Shirley Stirling / Republished courtesy of The JOLT – The Journal of Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater
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4/15/24
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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 …
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Commentary by Brian Mittge / For The Chronicle
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4/12/24
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