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Letter to the editor: Happy days are ahead after publisher’s commentary on senior centers

In what can best be described as a tempest in a teapot, certain groups within Lewis County are seemingly going out of their way to attack the chair of the Lewis County Seniors board. The issue that … more

8/21/23

Letter to the editor: A compliment for a columnist

I am a 76-year-old woman who would like to compliment Chronicle columnist Bill Moeller. I very much enjoyed his recent commentary in your paper. Nancy McElfresh … more

8/21/23

Letter to the editor: Our freedoms must be protected at all costs

Morality and decency are supported by mindful citizens, not just Christians or devout members of society. Most decent people recognize laws must depend on observable and provable facts. To protect … more

8/21/23

Letter to the editor: Freedom of speech is a double-edged sword

Chronicle columnist John McCroskey’s comments on Aug. 11 concerning the Two Dogs Fasaga trial decision made a couple of really good points. Our justice system is under fire these … more

8/18/23

Letter to the editor: Democrats come through on infrastructure

I am thankful for the much-needed road improvement on U.S. Highway 12. In fact, this road has not seen this kind of repair and upgrade in years. This is thanks to President Biden and the … more

8/18/23

Letter to the editor: Washington state Republican Party must unite behind Joe Kent for Congress

I was fortunate to attend a Joe Kent for the Third Congressional District event in October 2022 held in Bucoda with guest speaker Tulsi Gabbard. It was very crowded in the park that … more

8/18/23

Letter to the editor: Thoughts on columnist’s Joe Kent interview

I organized the June meeting with Joe Kent, with the hope that my friend Julie McDonald would come away with a favorable opinion of the man. While the meeting didn’t accomplish all of that, by … more

8/14/23

Letter to the editor: May Princess Napawinah live on

Napavine’s Funtime Festival recently celebrated 50 years of providing entertainment in Lewis County. The organizers have been responsible for Easter egg hunts, logging shows, mud bogs, … more

8/14/23

Letter to the editor: Most parents just want to protect their children from bad elements

Do you remember being a child and running across something inappropriate? Maybe a porn magazine or your parents spooning in the bedroom? Do you remember that confused feeling you got and that funny … more

8/14/23

Letter to the editor: To the left, only traditional American values should be banned

I understand that prayer has been banned in the Lewis County senior centers. You may not talk about politics either, according to an article written by Carol Brock. I’m offended by that. I hear … more

8/14/23

Letter to the editor: Congresswoman’s answer on climate change lacking

I attended a town hall in Packwood on Aug. 10 with Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez. I think she is doing a great job for her district. I like the way that she is making a big effort to hear … more

8/14/23

Letter to the editor: In defense of the ban on prayer, politics at county’s senior centers

I am writing in support of the decision to curtail prayer and political discussion at Lewis County senior centers. I am a senior and a churchgoer. Overt and audible prayer in a public, … more

8/9/23

Letter to the editor: Thoughts on the prayer, politics ban at senior centers

I just read Chronicle Publisher Chad Taylor’s commentary about the ban of prayer and politics at the senior centers. I do agree that these places should be inclusive and make the people … more

8/9/23

Letter to the editor: Lewis County Seniors makes right decision on prayer, politics

Regarding the policy on religion and political speech at our senior centers, I agree with the policy of the Lewis County Seniors Board of Directors. Seniors of all faiths, agnostics and … more

8/9/23

Letter to the editor: As a senior, an organization cannot tell me not to pray

Thank you to The Chronicle for exposing a real injustice toward the folks who try to enjoy some of the last remaining and earned good years of their lives. My wife and I were disgusted to learn that … more

8/7/23

Letter to the editor: I disagree with columnist’s opinions on Joe Kent

Seems harsh to say I’m writing this to disagree with every single liberal, leftist opinion Julie McDonald shared in her interviews with Joe Kent. Then again, since that’s most of what the … more

8/7/23

Letter to the editor: ‘No prayer’ policy won’t be accepted

We received our Lewis County Senior Dynamics monthly news for August 2023 and read page three where the Lewis County Senior Board has “set the rules.” One of the new rules is … more

8/7/23

Letter to the editor: Article on minors drinking misses the point

The story recently published at chronline.com titled "Is it legal for parents in Washington state to let minors drink at home?" misses an important point. Regardless of whether … more

8/2/23

Letter to the editor: In defense of LGBTQ-affirming books

I had to respond to the July 14 letter from Kathleen Bieker of Centralia raging against LGBTQ-affirming children’s books at Centralia Timberland Library. They’re there to tell … more

8/2/23

Letter to the editor: What's the problem with public library book ratings?

I am familiar with the county commissioners’ idea to place a rating system for library books. I am also aware of some of the opponents of this idea’s argument that this is one step closer … more

8/2/23