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Letter: On Homelessness, It’s Time to Stop Blaming the Victims and Instead Find Solutions

There is no one who would dispute that being unhoused is an issue facing many in Lewis County. The question is, how do we bring everyone to the table (including the unhoused and those who work with … more

4/19/23

Letter to the Editor: The Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason and Thurston Counties Committed to the Communities We Serve

For the past 50 years the Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason and Thurston Counties has helped thousands of low-income citizens with their needs for housing, energy, employment, etc. The last … more

4/17/23

Letter to the Editor: Elections Have Consequences

Remember when the communist Chinese intelligence-gathering balloon was allowed to cross the whole of America and Canada unopposed by the Biden Administration? They first told us that it was a weather … more

4/17/23

Ostynn “Otti” R. Farrier is pictured with his children in this photo published with his obituary in February 2022.

Letter to the Editor: Father Seeks Answers in Death of Son

My name is Ed Farrier, and Ott Farrier is my son. I’m 83 years old and recently diagnosed with lung cancer. This past year has taken a toll on me. I don’t know how much time I have left … more

4/16/23

Letter to the Editor: No Reason Exists for Requiring the Rich to Pay Larger Percentage of Earnings

Political neophytes and professional Marxists love to tell the world that the rich need to pay their "fair share" of taxes. They don't tell you what reasoning demands the rich pay a greater … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Children of Centralia Are Depending on Us

I am writing today to urge support of the Centralia school levy. This levy is not for any extra bells and whistles. This levy is to continue operating as the Centralia schools are today. … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Where Murderers Walk Free

Lewis County — where murderers walk free. Again. Who will be next? You all should hope it’s no one you love. #justiceforaronchristensen Kate … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Be Responsible and Approve Centralia School Levy

I can't emphasize enough the importance of voting yes for the Centralia School District levy. I can understand that not everyone supports all the decisions that are made by the Centralia School … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: On Sacred Spiral Sanctuary and Elwin and Tom Herman

I’m writing this after seeing what was written about Sacred Spiral Sanctuary and Elwin and Tom Herman. I’m very much against racism; however, I’m also very much against contempt … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Make an Informed Decision on Centralia School Levy

This is a followup to my previous letter of Feb. 2, published prior to the first vote on the Centralia School District (CSD) levy. I initially addressed two concerns. • The two-year … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Lives Will Be Saved by Banning Efficient Killing Machines

I must respond to the recent article “Local Gun Store Owners Share Concerns…” I was elated to hear that new gun control legislation may finally be passed in Washington state. … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: From the Proud Daughter of ‘The Woman Who Walked a Quarter Mile After Being Shot’

On April 1, Chronicle reporter Matthew Zylstra compiled a story from The Chronicle’s archives from 60 years earlier titled "Woman Walks Quarter Mile After Being Shot in 1963." From … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Letter Was Effort to Carry Out a Grudge

Last week, on April 3, 2023, The Chronicle published a letter written by Troy N. Houghtaling Sr. (my uncle) about an "eyesore" property on North Pearl Street. My father and brother both recently … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Do Conservatives Have More Brilliant Ideas to Stem Gun Violence?

In a recent commentary, former Lewis County sheriff John McCroskey claimed that Democratic policies emanating from Olympia have made him feel less safe. I find it very surprising that he feels … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Proposed Legislation Is Mark of Insanity

I recently read in The Chronicle there is a bill, Senate Bill 5599, that would allow kids ages 13 to 18 to go to a shelter without their parent’s knowledge to seek out services related to … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Jimmy Carter's Life Has Greatly Enriched the Nation and the World

It recently was announced that James Earl "Jimmy" Carter, at age 98 the longest-lived president in American history, has begun hospice care. The 39th president is being attended to by his friends and … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Code Enforcement Should Leave Innocent Residents Alone

I am writing in regards to the old Lete's Used Car's property on North Pearl Street. A community member with an ax to grind and credibility issues recently wrote a letter to the editor calling this … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Hatchery Practices Must Be Improved and Modernized

The Chronicle's April 4 commentary by Ed Johnstone titled “Hatchery Salmon Hold the Ecosystem Together” makes a persuasive argument for the importance of an extensive hatchery system to … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: In Light of Christensen Case, It’s Time for Citizens to Take Back Their County

A recent commentary by Bill Serrahn in The Chronicle brought up a very good point. For years, I have supported the idea of a citizens oversight committee for the Lewis County Sheriff's … more

4/12/23

Letter to the Editor: Support Centralia School Levy for a Stronger Community

My vote is “yes” for the Centralia School District’s replacement levy. In the 50-plus years I have resided in Centralia, I have always chosen to support with my taxes the children … more

4/10/23