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Washington families, seniors and small business owners are already confronting one of the highest costs of living in America. From food to housing, transportation to childcare, everyday expenses are …
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Commentary by Rep. Peter Abbarno / R-Chehalis
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9/30/25
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I am a proud lifelong union member, raised in a family of union leaders. I’m an active member of IAFF Local 315, a former member of IAFF Local 2903, and a former member of WFSE. I’ve been …
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By Thurston County Commissioner Wayne Fournier
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9/29/25
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More than 170 years ago, Lewis Hawkins Davis, a native of Vermont, and his wife, Susan (Clinger) Davis, settled on a hill 3 miles west of Chehalis known as Claquato in 1853 with their family of five …
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Commentary by Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle
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9/29/25
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A group of about 60 extended family relations arrived by train to Chehalis in 1893.
They were the first Appalachian group that traveled from West Virginia and Virginia, and they soon settled …
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By Anni Evans / For The Chronicle
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9/29/25
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Applause is nice. But protecting first responders takes policy, investment and respect.
I grew up in a fire station. While most kids played ball in the park, I played hide-and-seek in the …
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By Wayne Fournier, Thurston County commissioner
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9/29/25
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I want to sincerely thank the Pierce County Fire Department for the care they gave me during a recent emergency.
On Aug. 30, I went hiking on the Carbon River Rim Trail near Tehaleh with my …
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By The Peninsula Gateway (TNS)
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9/29/25
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There are many closed doors at the state Capitol in Olympia.
Sometimes it’s understandable. Confidentiality can be necessary in politics and policymaking. There are also meetings and …
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By Bill Lucia / The Washington State Standard
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9/26/25
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One of the most enduring lines in conservative politics came from President Reagan’s campaign debates — the “there you go again” reply that so effectively called out his …
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Commentary by Sen. John Braun
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9/26/25
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In 40 years of teaching, not once did I hear parents say they wanted their child to grow up to be a field worker. To own and manage a farm, yes.
Neither did I ever hear parents hoping their …
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9/26/25
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The recent commentary advocating for a spiritual-based solution to our nation’s problems, specifically through the integration of Jesus into our public institutions, raises significant …
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9/26/25
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We are happy to support Victoria Marincin in her bid to become mayor of Winlock.
We first encountered Mrs. Marincin while attending a Winlock City Hall meeting. We were instantly impressed.
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9/26/25
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On Sept. 16, I spoke at the Lewis County commissioners meeting.
This is what I said:
I am here today because I am concerned about recent commissioners’ actions where they have in my …
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9/26/25
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Dear liberals,
It is OK for us to disagree. It is alright to have a difference of opinion. If you don’t like what someone has to say:
You don’t have to listen to them.
You …
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9/26/25
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A new resource in the Twin Cities offers an exciting opportunity for people to expand their abilities and try out cool new equipment.
It’s called the Tool Bucket Library. It’s …
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Commentary by Brian Mittge / For The Chronicle
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9/26/25
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Charlie Kirk.
Most of the media coverage of Charlie Kirk in the days after his assassination on the campus of Utah Valley University focused on his political opinions, his political …
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Commentary by state Rep. Jim Walsh
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9/24/25
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After reading the recent letter to the editor calling for "deescalation," I began to reflect on what that really means. If deescalation simply means Republicans and Democrats tolerate each other …
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Commentary by Sean Swope
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9/24/25
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As we begin to enter the holiday season, a time of increased foot traffic and heavy workloads for most businesses, I hope customers will be as patient and polite with employees (many of whom are paid …
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9/24/25
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Hello Chehalis, Washington.
We recently relocated from Chehalis to Arizona not necessarily for the climate, but because of Washington’s government.
Yes, Lewis Country is probably the …
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9/24/25
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This question has been fluttering around since the late 60s. Most people who use this phrase mean it in a chastening way. In fact, most people who ask this question don’t have the foggiest clue …
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9/24/25
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