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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

Letter to the Editor: Let’s Find a Solution to Drug Crisis That Is Rampant for Our Children

March 27, 2023 marked 16 years since I’ve been clean from drugs. Meth was my choice drug. I look back at where I was when I was using and realize just how much I have accomplished. … more

4/3/23

Letter to the Editor: Will Centralia, Lewis County Take Action on New Eyesore?

A few years ago, Lewis County cleaned up two massive eyesores: one on Harrison Avenue and one on Reynolds Avenue. There is now a new one started on North Pearl Street in the 1700 block. This used … more

4/3/23

Letter to the Editor: From Army Wife to Change-Maker — The Inspiring Journey of Lakeda Sullivan

Lakeda Sullivan, a devoted mother, foster mom, and CEO of Touched By One Touched By All, has always been passionate about making a difference in the lives of those around her. While … more

4/3/23

Letter to the Editor: We Can’t Allow More Uncontrolled Property Tax Increases in Lewis County

Visit https://app.leg.wa.gov/pbc/bill/1670 and follow super simple prompts and tell Sen. Jeff Wilson and state Reps. Joel McEntire and Jim Walsh you’re not OK with uncontrolled property tax … more

4/3/23

Letter to the Editor: Let’s Get Real on Capital Gains Income Tax

I write to inject a shot of realism into the new capital gains income tax. Who do you think this will affect? It is high time that the ultra-wealthy of Washington state pay their fair share. … more

3/31/23

Letter to the Editor: Joe Kent is Back, Better Than Ever

Yesterday, my husband and I attended a reception sponsored by Raheem Kassam (Breitbart, National Pulse) at the Chehalis City Farm. Last week, on March 22, Rep. Matt Gaetz and 13 other members of … more

3/27/23

Letter to the Editor: The Courts Have Decided Church and State

To answer Mr. Marty Ansley’s central question in a recent letter, the answer could not have been more clearly written. “Under the U.S. Constitution, one is allowed to pray and worship … more

3/27/23