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Letter to the Editor: Some ‘Bodily Autonomy’ Advocates Are Frauds

Watch what you mean when you claim to be advocating for your and your children’s freedom and “bodily autonomy.” If you militantly oppose COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandates but … more

9/23/22

Letter to the Editor: Democrats Turn to Tried-and-True Distraction Tactic

To avoid electoral disaster, the president and Democrat candidates, including Sen. Patty Murray, are employing a tried-and-true political tactic: Distract from the Democrats’ failings by … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: A Solution for Troopers Wanting Pay for Commute Time in Marked Cars

I have a solution for the Washington State Patrol (WSP) troopers who think they should be paid for their commuting time in WSP marked cars. "WSP should only provide vehicles when troopers are on … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: Counting the Costs on Hydroelectric Dam Removals

As American citizens, we depend on knowledge to keep us free. For knowledge, we depend on national television newscasts, internet blog sites and local newspapers. I am hoping to improve the quality … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: Support Marie Gluesenkamp Perez for Congress

The oath that members of Congress take begins as follows: "I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States." Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, who is … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: Sheriff Must Serve and Protect All, Not Just Those With the Same Views

Up until the race for Lewis County sheriff, Democrats like me knew we were in the minority in Lewis County, but there seemed to be an unspoken agreement with the elected Republicans that everyone was … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: ‘Honor Before Humility’ and the Race for Sheriff

Honor before humility. This is Tracy Murphy’s slogan you see on signs around Lewis County. Unfortunately, I have not seen his campaign reflecting those words. Sheriff Rob Snaza is counted … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: American Institutions Have Become Corrupt

I don't think Americans have stopped to think about how corrupt our 21st century institutions have become. Let me outline a few for you. Our news media have become mass entertainment venues. One … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: Employer-Provided Health Care the Best Possible Benefit for Workers

We are in odd times when it comes to the job market. We are simultaneously living through rapid inflation as there is a labor shortage. Because of these inconsistent and confusing times, now more … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: A Mega Airport in Thurston or Lewis County? WSDOT and Governor’s Expansion Work Untruthful, Misleading

Once again, this is the case with the current effort to decide on a location recommendation for a new mega airport in the Puget Sound region. It is done very skillfully and intentionally through … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: Lewis County Needs Tom Crowson for Assessor

There are two candidates in the race this November for Lewis County assessor. Tom Crowson currently chairs the Lewis County Board of Equalization (BOE), where citizens come when they are having … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: Letter Takes Unfair Line of Attack on Joe Kent

With regard to Mary Jean Dowell’s letter on Sept. 14 titled “Kent Isn’t Familiar With Issues That Matter in 3rd District,” the entire letter is about what Kent doesn’t … more

9/21/22

Letter to the Editor: Vote Experience for District 3 — Vote Harry Bhagwandin

Harry Bhagwandin is: • A 37-year resident of Lewis County living in the heart of rural District 3. • A timber owner, farmer and steward of 65 acres in Onalaska. • A … more

9/21/22

Commissioner Lee Grose visits a Red Cross center in Randle after leaving Packwood through smoke from the Goat Rocks Fire on Friday, Sept. 9.

The Goat Rocks Fire: A Letter to the Community by Commissioner Lee Grose

Editor’s Note: Lee Grose represents East Lewis County on the Board of Lewis County Commissioners. As Lewis County commissioner, I was privileged to be a part of several meetings with … more

By Lee Grose, Lewis County commissioner | 9/20/22

Letter to the Editor: You Are Truly Safer With Sheriff Rob Snaza

I retired from the Centralia Police Department after many years of service to the city. I have known and worked with both candidates for Lewis County sheriff for most of their adult lives. I … more

9/19/22

Letter to the Editor: Death of Queen Raises Questions on Whether Monarchy Should Be Maintained

The passing of Queen Elizabeth II, who assumed the British throne upon the death of her father, King George VI, in 1952, and served with dedication and distinction for 70 years, is an event as … more

9/19/22

Letter to the Editor: Kent Isn’t Familiar With Issues That Matter in 3rd District

I am writing to you because I am a 58-year-old lifelong resident of the lower Columbia River — a continental river drainage that happens to be in a temperate rainforest — and concerned … more

9/14/22

Letter to the Editor: Sheriff’s Motives at Fire Questioned

I grew up in Fawnskin, California, population 380. It’s a small mountain community similar to Packwood. Fire threats and looming evacuations were a common signal of the end of summer. I … more

9/14/22

Letter to the Editor: Kent Just Another Radical Extremist in Republican Party

Highly classified documents were found at Donald Trump's home in Florida. Despite Trump's multitude of rationalizations, it was illegal for them to be there. Trump has not stated, and at this … more

9/14/22

Letter to the Editor: Veterans Should Join Meeting in Toledo

“Which branch of the military were you in? Where were you stationed? What was your job?” “I was a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam crisis.” “Isn’t that … more

9/7/22