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I am writing to express my support for Elijah White in his campaign for Chehalis City Council, At-Large Position 1. Having worked in Chehalis for 49 years, I have watched closely the community … more
I am committed to serving Toledo’s students and families so that our community provides the very best quality education and growth opportunities for all students. My ancestors and … more
Over the years, I have served a full-term on Centralia City Council and brought to the Lewis County Citizens for Lewis County 911 for the communication systems upgrades. The people of this Lewis … more
The recent debates hosted by The Chronicle and the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce were excellent examples of how our community can discuss difficult topics respectfully and productively. … more
Due to overwhelming public pressure, the Walt Disney Company has cancelled its suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and returned the long-running television show to the airwaves.   This … more
I was raised in a Christian home. My father was a minister, and I was taught from a young age that following Jesus meant caring for the poor, feeding the hungry and telling the truth even when it was … more
Editor’s note: Letter writer Ezmariah Poppino, a student at Centralia High School and Centralia College, is an aspiring professional artist. This letter is among several submitted by students … more
I am a big no on Resolution 8201. With our state government’s track record of being so fiscally responsible with taxpayer dollars, now they want us to allow them to gamble funding with … more
October is recognized as Community Dispute Resolution Month in Washington — a time to celebrate the power of peaceful dialogue and cooperative problem-solving in resolving everyday conflicts. … more
Remember when DOGE was all the rage? Waste, fraud and abuse were the words on every right wing talking head. Seems a lifetime ago. Where is their outrage about a ballroom in the White … more
I moved to Centralia in 1989. During that time, the logging industry was in decline, the unemployment rate was significantly higher than the state’s average, and opportunities in Centralia were … more
A smaller government is my goal. During my lifetime, the government has gone from issuing driver’s licenses to an entity that endeavors to control everything that I own and everything I … more
I am voting for Ally Pickard for Port of Centralia Commission Position 2. Ally brings to the commissioner seat a background in finance management, budgeting, marketing and grant administration. … more
House Speaker Mike Johnson has labeled the 2,500-plus Indivisible national No Kings Day rallies, planned in every state for next Saturday, as protests by violent “antifa” who “hate … more
As a U.S. Marine veteran and retired elementary school teacher, I’ve dealt with my share of bullies. I’ve seen them on the playground, in the classroom and, unfortunately, now in our … more
Washington’s initiative process gives citizens the power to propose laws and hold government accountable — a right that should never depend on politics or fear. Recent harassment and … more
Every month, thousands of children across Washington state receive a book in the mail with their name on it — a brightly colored story filled with wonder, imagination and the promise of … more
As a young reporter for The Daily Chronicle, I met real estate agent Joyce Barnes while we both attended Centralia City Commission meetings. She never shied away from asking questions or seeking … more
Roger Morningstar’s only crime was bad timing. Well, OK, maybe that’s not entirely true, but who’s to say what is or isn’t a crime in this day and age? The disgraced … more
In the fire station, you basically live a third of your life with your coworkers. It’s like another family, only with a very serious job to do. You make life-and-death decisions together, rely … more
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