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Lewis County lost a legend last week with the death of Bill Brumsickle, a beloved and well-respected athlete, educator, administrator, state legislator and fundraiser for Centralia College. His … more
One of the best parts of local government is how connected we can be to those we serve.  As mayor, people contact me frequently to share their concerns and ideas. I often drive around town … more
On Jan. 2, I stepped off the treadmill gasping for breath and learned I’d flunked the test, but this failing grade could put a permanent period on my earthly life. Terror struck my heart … more
Our nation celebrates Thanksgiving in late November, as a nation, because of an October 1863 proclamation issued by President Abraham Lincoln. Prior to that, states celebrated on the dates of their … more
I waited a bit to comment on the outcome of the election just to see if in fact the world would end if President Donald Trump was reelected. Nope. At least unless you were one of those so … more
Washington’s agriculture is a $12.8 billion business with 33,000 farms — and it runs on gasoline, diesel and natural gas. The thousands of big rigs hauling crops and food products are not … more
Last week, I headed to the Oregon Coast for my annual trek with a personal history friend I met a quarter of a century ago. (Now that certainly makes me feel old.) Although she lives in the … more
For 10 years the former Sacred Heart Church in Winlock sat vacant. This Sunday it will again be filled with the joyful sounds of prayer, liturgy and life abundant. T his moment has been years in … more
Two days after the general election, a Democratic member of our state’s congressional delegation publicly offered this advice to Washington’s governor-elect Bob Ferguson: “If … more
It looks like the election campaign hasn’t stopped for Washington’s next Gov. Bob Ferguson.   What was his first public action after it became clear he had won? He held a press … more
Sitting in the Lewis County Historical Museum in Chehalis on Saturday for a book signing, surrounded by artifacts and living history in the form of three local longtime residents, I experienced a … more
Shortly before the vote that ended the Machinists’ strike against Boeing, an unprecedented group of 53 manufacturing association and state chamber of commerce leaders from 42 states signed on … more
After such a harrowing election, everyone's got questions. Some spring from anguish, such as one I keep hearing here in the blue bubble: "What country am I living in?" Others are more … more
A majority of American voters have put our nation on a more conservative path. As a conservative, I will be glad to see the changes that are coming from Montana to Florida. In contrast, a … more
Many parents in Centralia have recently become aware of a book assigned in a freshman literature class at Centralia High School that some consider inappropriate for young students. After looking into … more
Fish passage restoration is not just a treaty rights issue — it benefits the entire region. No matter the expense, culvert repair is one of the most cost-effective ways to increase the … more
When President Biden warned FEMA does not have enough money to finish the hurricane season let alone the entire year, it was surprising. Suddenly, we discovered federal disaster relief money may be … more
Forty-three historical monuments erected between 1900 and 1950 tell only one side of our state’s history — the perspective of white settlers — and they cannot stand, according to … more
Every year in Washington state, as the rainy days of winter set in, thousands of people suffer symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD is a form of depression that sets in when … more
Like many of you, I voted this week. And will be glad when this is over.   Of course, I hope my choices win, but my life doesn’t depend on the outcome of this or any election. I … more
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