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Letter to the editor: After pump issues, City of Chehalis owes citizens answers

The City of Chehalis recently asked residents served by the Prospect pump to voluntarily conserve water because the pump is, once again, experiencing mechanical issues. Equipment failures can … more

7/15/26

Letter to the editor: Beware Democrats posing as independents

Beware of “independent” candidates. They need to be thoroughly vetted to see if they are truly independent or if they are a part of a scheme to get Democrats elected by running them as … more

7/15/26

Letter to the editor: Matt McKnight is a man of character and integrity

Hard working, determined, resilient, energetic, loyal, fearless. These are words to describe Mathew McKnight. I have known Matt since 1998. He was a student in middle school. In both high … more

7/10/26

Letter to the editor: History shows that a massive, unaccountable security apparatus never shrinks voluntarily

Six weeks ago, I wrote in these pages about my career as a 1960s IBM systems engineer, warning that the massive data center infrastructure being laid across our country is building a digital cage of … more

7/10/26

Letter to the editor: Gluesenkamp Perez is a phony

U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez spews hypocrisy with a narrative about John Braun that only reveals her own political agenda and lack of credibility. Gluesenkamp Perez criticizes the influence … more

7/10/26

Letter to the editor: Help me understand

The recent news that Graham Platner of Maine has recently been accused of rape and will likely end his candidacy for the Senate demonstrates a profound difference between Democrat and Republican … more

7/8/26

Letter to the editor: Kicking the tires

Endless repetition of catch phrases exposes a hard sell. Obvious truths do not require constant hammering into our heads. However, statements of another nature require nursing — 24/7. An … more

7/8/26

Letter to the editor: Brian Mittge is an upstanding man of high moral standards

My wife and I have had the privilege to spend some time with Mr. Brian Mittge, and it doesn’t take long to see that he is a man who loves God, his family and his community. He is a man of … more

7/8/26

Letter to the editor: Please vote yes on Mossyrock EMS levy

Hello neighbor! I was hoping I could have a few minutes of your time? Not to be dramatic, but it could be a matter of life or death. Did you know that Lewis County Fire District 3 (LCFD3) … more

7/8/26

Letter to the editor: Claims of Swope and Murphy incompatible

Was I at the same forum that's being talked about from last month between the Lewis County sheriff candidates? The one I attended at times seemed like a training session for used car salesmen. … more

7/3/26

Letter to the editor: The fossil fuel industry’s control of our government

The world as we know it today was built on the back of burning fossil fuels. Unfortunately, this process has come at a tremendous cost. Emissions from burning fossil fuels are rapidly … more

7/3/26

Letter to the editor: Democrats provide lower taxes for families and increase services

The level of dishonesty regarding the initiative to roll back the millionaires’ tax passed by our Democratic Legislature is mind-boggling. You aren’t being told that it applies only to those … more

7/3/26

Letter to the editor: If America falls to authoritarian rule, it is our fault

I am not a resident in Lewis County, but I have friends who are, and I hold their best interests in my heart. I am a board-certified professional chaplain. I believe our founders framed the … more

7/3/26

Letter to the editor: Respect for working people and making decisions based on evidence

As I have listened to recent discussions about economic development in Centralia, one thing has continued to concern me. At a recent council meeting, questions were raised about whether people … more

6/26/26

Letter to the editor: I ask that the community take notice of systemic flaws

My name is Chase Nathaniel Ettner, and I am writing to bring urgent attention to the ongoing and often understated indigent defense crisis in Lewis County, Washington. As someone currently … more

6/26/26

Letter to the editor: Master Gardeners thank community

The Master Gardener Foundation of Lewis County extends its sincerest thanks to the community for its continued support of our annual Spring Plant Sale. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, this event is … more

6/26/26

Letter to the editor: ‘Law and justice’ — Why not morality, too?

This composition is a rather trivial complaint, but it does have broader implications. One caveat: I do confess this embarrassing tome to be a bit self-serving. It is crafted to bring me greater … more

6/26/26

Letter to the editor: Unimpressed by columnist’s call for unity

I found myself unimpressed by the teary calls for faithfulness and unity in the commentary piece recently submitted by Chronicle columnist Brian Mittge. I’ve been part of the Patron Coalition … more

6/26/26

Letter to the editor: Would a Rep. Braun defend the rule of law in the United States?

As a candidate for the United States Congress, John Braun must answer questions about what positions and legislation he would support if elected. Would he support Donald Trump's continuous … more

6/26/26

Letter to the editor: A question for the Lewis County Republicans chairman

In his statement of principles that was published in The Chronicle on June 11, Greg Rohr, the chair of the Lewis County Republican Party, wrote as follows: “In every healthy community, … more

6/26/26