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Trojans Fall to Columbia Adventist on Senior Night

Playing in three tight sets in its final home game for its seniors, the Pe Ell volleyball team fell to Columbia Adventist Wednesday night, 25-22, 25-22, 25-22. Seniors Charlie Carper, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/26/22

In Loving Memory of Herbert Duncan: 1928-2022

Herbert LaVerne Duncan stepped into eternity on Sept. 24, 2022. He was 94. His greatest achievement was loving the Lord God with all his heart, soul, mind and strength and loving others as himself. … more

10/26/22

In Loving Memory of Diana Nelson: Oct. 5, 1956-Sept. 27, 2022

Diana Marie Nelson sadly lost her prolonged battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her father Nile B. Nelson, mother Sandra L. Sticklin (Nelson/Keto/Johnson) and younger sister Darlene … more

10/26/22

Letters to the editor can be submitted to letters@chronline.com.

Letter to the Editor: Naivety Is No Excuse From an Elected Official

Unfortunately for democracy, Lewis County has so called citizens who would prefer to use thuggery and criminal behavior to make policy. Most recently, Gather Church was targeted. I … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: Will the Real Marie Gluesenkamp Perez Please Stand Up

Who is the real Marie Gluesenkamp Perez? On every public document available online, business licenses, registrations to run for public office (Skamania County commissioner), voter registration in … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: Elect These Two Excellent Candidates for Our Top Jobs

In Lewis County, we are fortunate to have two excellent candidates for our top county leadership jobs in November’s election. Besides being genuinely nice people, Harry O. Bhagwandin and Tracy … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: Voting for a Republican Is a Vote Against Democracy

By now, you’ve received your ballot for the November election. And democracy is on that ballot. You won’t see it with a circle next to it, but it is on there. With every circle you fill … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: Let’s Talk About Truly Atrocious Policies

Boy, do I agree with Alan Mahood's letter of Oct. 25 when he said, "The time to save our nation is at hand." My question is, "Save our nation from what?" Please vote. Mr. Mahood claims in his … more

10/26/22

Letter: Statement on COVID-19 Restrictions in Thurston County Correctional Facilities

In recent months, there have been questions about the impact of COVID-19 mitigation measures in Thurston County correctional facilities. Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (TCPHSS), … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: I’m Voting the Democratic Ticket This Year

I may not be a local, having moved here only 34 years ago, but having come from the Idaho backcountry makes me pretty similar to someone who was born here. Where I’m different from many … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: Joe Kent Has Made His Choice

When the United States was dividing just prior to the Civil War in 1860-61, virtually all of the officers in the Army of the newly proclaimed Confederacy had formerly been officers in the United … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: Swope Has Disparaged My Condition

I am genuinely terrified, and ashamed of, Lewis County Commissioner Sean Swope. His absolute lack of civil concern for his fellow citizens, expressed at the Oct. 25 Board of County Commissioners … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: Bhagwandin for Commissioner

Vote Harry Bhagwandin District 3 commissioner I have known Harry Bhagwandin since 1985; he has always had the public interest in his heart and will not change as Lewis County Commissioner. … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: Kevin Emerson Is Ready to Serve Lewis County

Kevin Emerson has been a member of Shoestring Valley Community Church for many years now. I’ve gotten to know Kevin over the last year as a member of our church and as a friend. Kevin is … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: Professors Need to Teach People About Democracy

Label this two-part letter under insane news coming out of a delusional city and bumbling universities. Turns out, Los Angeles’ big project for homeless housing is cranking out $596,000 … more

10/26/22

Letter to the Editor: It’s Your Reputation, Joe Kent

I’ve been impressed with the integrity of most campaigns and candidates until now. The Joe Kent campaign dishonestly edited footage of Marie Gluesenkamp Perez’s responses from a recent … more

10/26/22

Letters to the Editor: Republicans Plan to Shut Down Government in Bid to Cut Social Security, Medicare

Joe Kent, in his campaign for Congress, has consistently misrepresented the state of the economy, ignoring that Democrats passed the American Rescue Plan, which gave most of us $1,400 in tax free … more

10/26/22

Commissioner Sean Swope talks about an ordinance that would prohibit unauthorized camping on county land and adopting a resolution for homeless camp removals and site clean ups during a meeting on Tuesday in Chehalis.

Lewis County Commissioners Ban Homeless Camps on County Land

The Board of Lewis County Commissioners’ business meeting Tuesday started with a crowded room and ended with applause. After a marathon hours-long meeting of questions and comments from the … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 10/26/22

Rays of light shine through clouds over the Willapa Hills.

Death Notices: Oct. 27, 2022

• LINDA R. NINNEMAN, 62, Olympia, died Oct. 23 at her residence. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Nov. 2 at the Winlock Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Cattermole Funeral … more

10/26/22

Sirens: Instruments Stolen From School; Officer Helps Elderly Motorist Change Tire; Morton and Mossyrock Reports

CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Theft • A camp shovel and vehicle registration were reported stolen out of a vehicle in the 100 block of Virginia Drive just before 8:35 a.m. on Oct. 24. … more

10/26/22