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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

Letter to the editor: Negative impacts of the Skookumchuck Commerce Center, second edition

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) wrote letters for public comment that have identified significant negative impacts … more

8/2/23

Letter to the editor: It costs more to get hydrogen than you get from burning it

In response to recent letters to the editor: No, Mr. Schmidt of Germany, Mr. Crocker of Toledo is certainly not wrong about the hydrogen economy. There is no free hydrogen on this planet. None. … more

7/28/23

Letter to the editor: How about a tax on those who commit crimes?

Why do officials seem to think taxes are the answer? More taxes for the 911 system, more taxes for Washington Park cameras! How about a big “no” on this approach. Let the … more

7/28/23

Letter to the editor: Commissioner Pollock tied innocent Republicans to white supremacists

As one of the unfortunate victims of Lewis County Commissioner Lindsey Pollock’s damaging speech, I feel it’s necessary to expose why she should have contacted Lewis County Republicans … more

7/28/23