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Letter to the Editor: Thoughts on the Centralia School District Levy

I’ll begin with the bottom line up front: We’re being asked to vote on a replacement for the expiring Centralia School District levy. The cost to taxpayers in real dollars would be … more

2/8/23

Letter to the Editor: Massive New Airport in Area Would Destroy Our Rural Way of Life

I read a story about the need for another large airport in Washington. Many people are for it, and many are against it. They want it in Southwest Washington if possible. They would like to turn our … more

2/6/23

Letter to the Editor: Emphasis on Wind for Energy Needs Is Strange

I agree with your recent reader’s letter regarding windmills. It’s strange how we’re putting so much emphasis on windmills to save our climate. Let’s look at some of … more

2/6/23

Letter to the Editor: America’s Moral Decay Is Nothing New and It Is Not the Reason for Gun Violence

Letter writer Bruce Peterson seems to believe that relatively recent "moral decay" is at the root of America's gun violence scourge. I would submit that America's moral decay is nothing new. Mark … more

2/6/23

Letter to the Editor: Correcting a Columnist on School Recess Legislation

I want to correct several errors in Chronicle columnist Brian Mittge’s commentary about Senate Bill 5257 related to elementary school recess. 1. Rather than ignoring regional … more

2/6/23

Letter to the Editor: Background Check of Winlock Mayor, a Former Police Reserve, Questioned

Winlock Mayor Brandon Svenson made it into the basic law enforcement academy originally sponsored by the City of Toledo in 2022. Chief Sam Patrick signed Mr. Svenson's form 1270 that a thorough … more

2/3/23

Letter to the Editor: Thank You to Those Who Help Recovering Addicts Through Drug Court Foundation

It is with considerable appreciation that I wish to take this belated opportunity to thank the 19 businesses and 13 individuals that made last month’s Christmas party for Lewis County Drug … more

2/1/23

Letter to the Editor: Wind Farms Are Risky

On Sept. 8, 2022, I attended a Boistfort Community Meeting hosted by Lewis County District 2 Commissioner Lindsey Pollock. The focus of the meeting was a proposal before the county … more

2/1/23

Letter to the Editor: Thoughts on the Times From a Conservative Perspective

It was good to see a positive letter from the local conservative leader. Our liberal friends are constantly airing their opinions and complaints in print. Even our self-named curmudgeon columnist … more

2/1/23

Letter to the Editor: Putting Onerous Restrictions on Landlords Will Produce Negative Results for Housing

There’s lots of talk in our Legislature and in the other Washington about rent control, renter’s bill of rights and what to do about homelessness. I believe these types of actions, … more

2/1/23

Letter to the Editor: Moral Decay to Blame for Gun Violence

Letter writer Marty Ansley missed the mark in his Jan. 30 letter concerning shootings in this country. He seems to feel that the NRA and gun ownership are the reasons for all of these … more

2/1/23

Letter to the Editor: State Trying to Strong Arm Cities Out of Land Use Control

The Washington State Legislature is once again trying to strongarm most all Washington cities into giving up local control over land use, density and zoning decisions. Two bills have just … more

2/1/23

Letter to the Editor: Do You Want Safer Roads or Feel Good Progressive Laws?

Almost 750 people were killed in vehicle accidents across our state in 2022. That’s the highest number in the past 30 years. Are you concerned? You should be if you or your loved ones travel on … more

1/30/23

Letter to the Editor: Constant Mass Shootings Are a Mark of a Nation Headed for Anarchy and Decay

Three killed in a random Yakima shooting early Tuesday. Seven in Half Moon Bay, California, on Monday. Eleven in Monterey Park, California, last Saturday. I am old enough to remember a time when gun … more

1/30/23

Letter to the Editor: Ukraine War Will Only End When Putin Is Thrown Out

Ramifications from Vladimir Putin’s misbegotten invasion of Ukraine continue to burgeon and multiply, especially in the Far East. Russia’s armed incursion rapidly intensified … more

1/30/23

Letter to the Editor: Support Napavine School Bond for a Safer Learning Environment

I have lived, worked and retired in Napavine, and it is a tight knit community. If I want something to do after supper, I go up to the high school. I will watch a Tiger team — be it volleyball, … more

1/27/23

Letter to the Editor: Every Child Has a Right to Basic Education in a Safe, Nondiscriminatory School

Discrimination hurts everyone. We should encourage, not discourage efforts to promote empathic communities. “Don’t tread on me” is not a caring motto, but sums up … more

1/27/23

Letter to the Editor: News Dump Podcast Is a Treasure Trove Insight Into Newspaper

The Chronicle’s “News Dump” podcast is a treasure-trove of insight for those interested in a behind-the-scenes look at what is happening in our community. As a bonus, it is also an … more

1/27/23

Letter to the Editor: Bill Seeks to Remove ‘Qualified Immunity’ for Washington’s Law Enforcement Officers

A bill coming up this session is HB 1025. It is a bill that will open up each and every law enforcement officer and private security guard to nuisance litigation, and will also transfer liability to … more

1/25/23

Letter to the Editor: Expose Sex Offender Housing as Mismanaged Ordeal It Is

Thank you for your recent coverage regarding the residence in Tenino that may soon house Level 3 sex offenders. There are several violations of RCW 71.09.290 code (Siting Policy Guidelines) that … more

1/23/23