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The U.S. House of Representatives finally elected a new, relatively unknown speaker of the house, Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana. This followed a disorganized, chaotic and, arguably embarrassing process … more
People ask me why I am a part of Lewis County Farm Bureau (LCFB), especially since I am now retired from agriculture. Why do I put in all the time and effort? My answer? Because I believe in the … more
The Chehalis Fire Department is doing a reasonable thing by billing for services.   However, they need to reassure people living here that they will not be billed for ambulance assists or … more
I’m writing on behalf of Teresa Ekdahl-Johnson for Mossyrock School Board. I’ve known Mrs. Ekdahl-Johnson for over 25 years, first as a determined and dedicated student at Evergreen High … more
I am writing today to show my support for Peter Lahmann for Centralia Port Commissioner, District 3. Peter Lahmann is the incumbent Port of Centralia commissioner for District 3. He is a … more
Recently, there’s been talk of progressive Democrats pushing for the United States to accept a million Palestinian refugees. U.S. Customs and Border Patrol just released the number of migrant … more
Dear neighbors of the City of Centralia, You don’t know me, but I am your neighbor. I serve as an officer of the court and I work locally in the health care field. Centralia has been my … more
A week ago today, I filled up a rental car — an SUV — for less than $32, paying $2.99 a gallon at the Costco in Aurora, Colorado.   That same day, the price at Tumwater’s … more
If you like drumming, huge spectacles of coordination or just really, REALLY loud beats in perfect time, head to Lakewood on Nov. 5 for the 20th anniversary extravaganza known as Woodstick.   … more
On Nov. 1, Centralia College will be paying homage to one of Lewis County’s greatest treasures — Doris Wood-Brumsickle.   Nov. 1 is Doris Wood Day at Centralia College and we … more
Not many people like the idea of change, but change is exactly what is needed in the Centralia School District. After suffering yet another levy failure, a fresh new perspective is certainly in … more
I had the opportunity to ask candidate Joyce Barnes why she is running for Position 2 on the Centralia City Council and what some of the important issues she would like to address on city council if … more
If you would like more openness and transparency in the Port of Centralia, be sure to reelect Peter Lahmann and vote for him on your recently received ballot. He has been working for your best … more
We have a wonderful economic success story happening in real time for Centralia and Lewis County. Just north of Centralia, at the TransAlta and Industrial Park at TransAlta (also known as IPAT) … more
At the last two Port of Centralia meetings, Executive Director Kyle Heaton appeared to be out of control, in my opinion, disrupting meetings in an attempt to bully and intimidate me.   As … more
The Centralia School District is in strong support of the proposed hydrogen alternative energy project in our community. As a school district, we believe this initiative aligns with our commitment to … more
Lewis County has an opportunity to be a technological leader in an emerging industry that could act to revitalize our entire area. The potential investment in hydrogen-related facilities could be … more
The Napavine School District stands at a critical juncture, facing challenges and opportunities that demand our attention.   It’s essential to consider the profound impact of … more
I’m a bit sad Gov. Jay Inslee isn’t running for re-election. Like so many others, we enjoy record high fuel prices here in Washington and the other costs that go with it, including … more
After decades of work and millions of dollars of restoration work, one of our region’s threatened salmon runs is showing encouraging signs of recovery — summer chum that return to the … more
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