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Letter to the Editor: Stop Removing Statues and Provide Reasons for Building New Ones

Dear fellow Americans, After thinking things over, I have a question for you to think about: Why do we need to remove the statues of generals and presidents, etc., from their places in the south? … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: Library Employee Feels Unfairly Treated Over Vaccine Mandate

I would like to express my protest against the way I have been treated by my employer, Timberland Regional Library (TRL). After almost 12 years of working as a library assistant at the Hoquiam … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: Don’t Use Biosolids in Your Garden

Dear fellow gardeners, Welcome to springtime in the Pacific Northwest. It is the time of year to buy our favorite seeds and potting soil and think about how we are going to arrange our flower beds … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: Having a Choice in Sheriff’s Race Is a Good Thing

I am so happy to see there is a choice for Lewis County sheriff this coming election. I feel our current sheriff disqualified himself when he chose to rally with armed protesters and demean … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: Do Your Research on Biosolids

I taught high school chemistry, physics and general science for 34 years here in Lewis County. I’ve kept abreast of issues that affect our local quality of life. One that has recently come to … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: Security Camera Could Help Reduce Crime in Hotspots

Good afternoon, community members. I am a longtime member of our community of Chehalis and I have noticed that in many instances, it appears that I encountered suspicious people or activities in … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: The GOP Has No Policies of Its Own

Republicans have no policies. In 2020, there was no platform at the Republican Party convention. “Whatever Trump wants," they said. When asked what the Republican priorities would be if the GOP … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: May Is Older Americans Month

May is Older Americans Month and the 2022 theme is “Age My Way.” So this is a good time to remember that we do live in a state in which the government and so many private organizations … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: It’s Not the Liberals Trying to Destroy the Country

I wonder if Chronicle columnist John McCroskey wrote the headline in his most recent commentary? I don't think it is liberals trying to destroy the country. Because banning books, taking away … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: Remember the Unnecessary Lockdown and Vote Democrats Out This November

On May 3, state Sen. John Braun wrote a commentary lamenting the lost opportunities in this most recent legislative session. In many ways, I agree with what he had to say. The liberal leadership and … more

5/9/22

Letter to the Editor: We Are Thankful for Centralia School District Staff

This is Staff Appreciation Week. The Centralia School District has a team of dedicated staff who work tirelessly to serve our students and help them experience academic and personal excellence. Every … more

5/6/22

Letter to the Editor: More Port of Centralia Reporting Needed

I read with intent your in-depth reporting on various Lewis County commissioners meetings, quite contentious at times but very informative to the public. I believe newspapers play an important … more

5/2/22

Letter to the Editor: Insurance Commissioner’s Credit Score Ban Is Wrong

My husband and I live on a fixed income. We have paid our bills, been productive in our work and communities, earned a very good credit rating and have downsized to accommodate our much reduced … more

4/20/22

Letter to the Editor: Strengthen the Guardrails of Presidential Power

Republicans and Democrats should be able to agree that no president, regardless of party, should be able to obstruct and undermine the will of the American people or exploit weaknesses in our … more

4/20/22

Letter to the Editor: JHB Should Help Stop Funding for Animal Labs

As Congress considers billions in 2023 funding for the National Institutes of Health, Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler can ensure that American tax dollars are no longer shipped to Russia’s cruel and … more

4/13/22

Letter: Morton, Napavine, Toledo and Winlock Police Chiefs Support Snaza for Sheriff

The oath. It is a pledge. To place our personal needs aside and place the needs of those we serve to the forefront. We pledge ourselves to the street. We do so to ensure that our communities are … more

4/12/22

Letter to the Editor: Putin Cannot Be Allowed to Succeed

It is shocking that people are shocked by what Russia is doing in Ukraine. What made Americans think Donald Trump's good buddy Vladimir Putin was anything other than a cold blooded killer? The … more

4/11/22

Letter to the Editor: Centralia College Lacks Focus on the Arts

First, I want to thank The Chronicle for letters to the editor. It allows a divergence of opinion, which can be a healthy thing. Once again, my topic is the arts in our educational system. Here, … more

4/11/22

Letter to the Editor: Traveling Canadians Pleased With Chehalis Auto Center

Heading on our first road trip from British Columbia, Canada, to Las Vegas, our engine blew while driving on the freeway just past Chehalis. We’re so grateful the tow truck driver took us to … more

4/11/22

Letter to the Editor: We Exist as a District to Serve Students Academically

The Centralia School District is making continual growth and improvement. We are focused on our three priorities for the school year: - A positive culture in every classroom, school and across our … more

4/4/22