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The primary voting period in our state began July 19 and runs through Aug. 6. Tens of thousands of voters across more than a quarter of Washington's legislative districts are being forced to … more
Expectant mothers with no place to turn now have a place they can call home.  This month, the new Lewis County Maternity House opened its doors to their first resident, a 20-year-old … more
In November 2011, the 21-member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, commonly known as APEC, met in Honolulu, Hawaii. The countries represented included major heads of government from … more
A mass email went out to Republicans last week endorsing candidates; unfortunately this email did not endorse the candidate endorsed at the Washington State Republican Convention, but instead former … more
While we thank The Chronicle for its coverage of the Riverside Fire Authority’s upcoming fire levy lid lift proposal – Proposition 1, we find it important to clarify some of the details … more
The interesting Chronicle letter to the editor posted by Heidi Steigmann on July 8, 2024, represents a genuine dichotomy of principles. She praises our proud symbol of America while condemning … more
We have another election approaching, and I’m always struck by the diverse range of candidates who aspire to lead our county. Unfortunately, some lack the necessary experience, knowledge and … more
As current commissioners and former manager of Public Utility District No. 1 of Lewis County, we join in support of David Fenn for PUD District 2 commissioner. We know that Mr. Fenn shares our … more
My name is Jilona Speer, and I am excited to announce my candidacy for Lewis County Public Utility District commissioner for District 2. My family and I have proudly called Lewis County our home, … more
We are writing as the veterans of East Lewis County who are members of Vets Coffee in Randle, a monthly coffee for 10 years for all veterans and military personnel. Our letter is written in … more
Like more than 2 million tourists each year, my husband and I traveled last weekend northeast to Leavenworth, a once-dying town that reinvented itself in the 1960s as a Bavarian-style village. … more
After President Joe Biden announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 race citing the need to focus on his responsibilities, there is increasing worry about his ability to effectively lead the … more
Happy Berryuary! It’s my favorite time of year: the midsummer season when Washington’s woods are at their bountiful best.  The native trailing blackberries are delicious, the … more
They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. But Senate Republicans aren’t feeling particularly flattered that state Attorney General Bob Ferguson is claiming to support a majority of … more
I am writing this commentary to urge Lewis County Fire District 10 voters to approve the levy increase for the Packwood Fire Department (PFD) on their Aug. 6 primary ballot. In preparation for … more
If you hung in there with me on the last commentary about the agricultural landscape of Washington state, let’s now try Lewis County agriculture on for size. Remember, this information … more
We have now gotten to experience what results when one group, for political reasons, tries to label their political opponents (Trump and his MAGA followers) as evil Nazis, and when the Democrats … more
I jumped up from an afternoon nap and rushed to the television Saturday upon reading the subject line on an emailed news release on my phone: “Gluesenkamp Perez statement on shooting at Trump … more
Have you ever heard of Malcolm Muggeridge? Neither had I until a book I just finished mentioned his name.     Malcolm was born in Sanderstead, Surry, England, in March 1903. He … more
I am writing in response to Commissioner Sean Swope’s recent commentary regarding the Lewis County 911 call center. Swope reports that he has received “alarming reports from two … more
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