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Bill Moeller smiles for a portrait outside The Chronicle in Centralia on Jan. 24, 2023.

Bill Moeller commentary: Remembering the cold days in Korea

With an American soldier hightailing it across the border into North Korea, missile launches and the extreme warm weather we've had this year, my mind wandered into thinking about just the opposite … more

By Bill Moeller / For The Chronicle | 8/2/23

Joe Kent, left, is pictured with Kyle Pratt during an interview with Chronicle columnist Julie McDonald at Ramblin’ Jacks Ribeye in Napavine.

Julie McDonald: Republican congressional candidate Joe Kent on COVID-19, the border

Editor’s note: This is the third and final installment of columnist Julie McDonald’s interview with Third Congressional District candidate Joe Kent. Parts one and two can be found at … more

By Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle | 7/31/23

Letters to the editor can be submitted to letters@chronline.com.

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

Letter to the editor: I am glad Pride Month is over

Thankfully the month of June is finally over and hopefully along with it, the Lewis County Dignity Guild and The Chronicle LGBTQ+ soap opera. There’s an old adage that “The squeaky wheel … more

7/28/23

A roundabout decorated with items of significance for the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation is illuminated along Anderson Road near Oakville on Friday, July 7.

Brian Mittge commentary: Pick the best but also celebrate the rest

This week The Chronicle began its popular annual competition called The Best of Lewis County. It’s one of the many fine things our local newspaper does to help us communicate and celebrate the … more

By Brian Mittge / For The Chronicle | 7/28/23

Letter to the editor: Park visitors should do their part to remove trash

My wife and I recently visited Schaefer County Park north of Centralia for a baptism of one of our church members in the river. I could not believe the condition of the garbage cans that are placed … more

7/26/23

Letter to the editor: The operation was a success, but the patient died

The outcome of the experiment confirmed the expected, obvious results. The test subject was reeducated through a program of continuous repetitive statements constructing an artificial perception … more

7/26/23

Letter to the editor: Editorial board fails with recent editorial

On July 12, Chad Taylor, owner and publisher of The Chronicle, condoned and allowed to be published a one-sided and unverified editorial of questionable journalism written by The Chronicle Editorial … more

7/26/23

Letter to the editor: Join the Centralia School District Budget Advisory Committee

Centralia School District has a citizen’s budget advisory committee to share community concerns and suggestions for financial allocations and commitments. We would like to encourage … more

7/26/23

Letter to the editor: Letter writer wrong about hydrogen

Rodney Crocker in his recent letter to the editor showed his poor understanding about the hydrogen economy. There is not much more to say. I just recommend better listening to experts in the … more

7/26/23

Bill Moeller commentary: Rediscovered pleasure from old writing

I was just thinking that I may have accidentally come across a new pleasure. Not really new, just new to me. I've gone back to a couple of books that I've read in the past and … more

By Bill Moeller / For The Chronicle | 7/26/23

Joe Kent speaks about his various political positions during an interview with Chronicle columnist Julie McDonald.

Julie McDonald commentary: My conversation with congressional candidate Joe Kent, part two

Editor's note: The first part of this interview can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/58ee6rfz At the request of a writer friend, I met with Third District congressional candidate … more

By Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle | 7/24/23

Holly Abbarno smiles for a photo during the Centralia Back-to-School Supply Drive in August 2022.

Peter Abbarno Commentary: Upcoming Centralia School Supply Drive Is About Hope and Opportunity

It is about that time of year when students and teachers begin thinking about returning to the classroom. It is also the time when parents begin thinking about the cost of school supplies. While some … more

By Peter Abbarno | 7/21/23

Centralia City Councilor Max Vogt gives an interview in his Centralia real estate office to a documentary crew from KBTC television on July 19 in this photo by Chronicle columnist Brian Mittge.

Brian Mittge Commentary: Celebrating Centralia’s Founder

This week, a video crew from KBTC public television was rolling through Centralia. They were collecting interviews and B-roll for a short documentary they are producing about the town’s … more

By Brian Mittge / For The Chronicle | 7/21/23

Letter to the Editor: Editorial on Port Commissioner Misses the Mark

Your editorial regarding protecting whistleblowers is very interesting. Your position that whistleblowers shouldn’t have to endure ridicule for doing their job does not, as the old saying goes, … more

7/19/23

Letter to the Editor: Drug Court, Family Recovery Court Alumni Make a Difference

My name is Stephanie Miller and I am the manager for the Lewis County Drug Court (LCDC) and Family Recovery Court (FRC) programs. Our programs are well supported by the community, the Drug Court … more

7/19/23

Letter to the Editor: Proposed Development a Danger to Centralia Residents

Dear Centralia residents, I’m writing this letter to let you know what is currently being proposed on Reynolds Avenue. Last June, there was a public comment period on a proposed … more

7/19/23

Letter to the Editor: Cause for Concern on the Skookumchuck Commerce Center

The Skookumchuck Commerce Center is the proposed project from a large international developer that wants to build nearly a million square feet of warehouse space on Reynolds Avenue, in the … more

7/19/23