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FILE PHOTO — Bill Moeller walks along the fence line in Centralia.

Bill Moeller Commentary: Cleaning the Desktop — Yup, Again — Is Not For the Timid

I’ve never understood how some people can be sane and methodical when it comes to keeping a desktop orderly and free of clutter, especially when, at the same time, they feel they have to come … more

6/15/22

Sen. Jim McCune Commentary: What the Supreme Court Draft Opinion on Abortion Means for Washington State

Whatever the Supreme Court had to say about abortion, there was bound to be controversy. But I wish everyone with an opinion about the draft ruling in the Dobbs case would take a few minutes to sit … more

By Sen. Jim McCune | 6/14/22 | 1 comment

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

Letter to the Editor: Take Time to Give Your Two Cents

In response to a letter to the editor published June 1 by Sandy Bray and to clarify recent community discussions surrounding sheriff candidates and my interactions with them: Once upon a time a … more

6/13/22

Julie McDonald Commentary: Braver Angels Seeks to Bridge the Gap Between Red and Blue

The potential overturning of Roe v Wade. Calls for gun control. Disclosures from investigations by the House Jan. 6 Committee. The last few months — especially the last week — show the … more

6/13/22

Bob Mohrbacher is president of Centralia College.

Commentary: Efforts Beyond the Classroom Make a Difference at Centralia College

For many in our community, June is a time of transition. This is most certainly true for the hundreds of Centralia College students who will graduate June 17. They are amazing individuals and … more

By Bob Mohrbacher | 6/13/22

Commentary: Tone-Deaf Politics, Taxes and Regulation Driving State’s Gas Prices Even Higher

For the first time ever, the average price for a gallon of gas in Washington state exceeds five dollars a gallon, an increase of $1.42, or 40%, in just one year. The price is unlikely to hit $10 … more

By Todd Myers / Washington Policy Center | 6/10/22

Don Brunell Commentary: Amid Labor Woes, Companies Relying More on Robotics

Prior to the coronavirus outbreak, economies in the industrial world were moving along fairly smoothly — reliable supply chains with “just in time” component arrivals, predictable … more

By Don Brunell | 6/10/22

Brian Mittge Commentary: A Juneuary Playdate at the Park

This week, I was blessed to take a long walk in the rain, stand in the rain for an hour or so, then take another long walk in the rain. The walk was good. The rain was wet. The best part was the … more

6/10/22

Letter to the Editor: Making Predictions for the Year 2030

It is 2030 and here in Washington state Jay Inslee is still the governor after three failed attempts at becoming president. He continually runs on a green campaign, though many scientists are now … more

6/8/22

Letter to the Editor: Read the Constitution, the Best Piece of Legislation Ever Written

A reminder to those that would like to change our constitution to fit their own narrative: the constitution of the United States is considered to be the best piece of legislation and literature ever … more

6/8/22

Letter to the Editor: Mass Shootings Are America’s Real ‘Groundhog Day’

So, lower the flag to half-staff. Turn the hymn book to the dog-eared page for "Amazing Grace" and light some candles. We have got the routine down. Mass shootings are America's real "Groundhog … more

6/8/22

Letter to the Editor: In Response to Former Centralia College Professor’s Criticisms

I'm writing in response to Greg Gilbertson's May 25 letter to The Chronicle indicting the quality of education and professionalism of faculty at Centralia College. As a professor of English at … more

6/8/22

Letter to the Editor: Republicans, Stand Up

Republicans! Do you believe in our democracy, our form of government? If so, you need to speak up. The election fraud claim is a big lie. We have honest elections. This has been proven in state after … more

6/8/22

Bill Moeller Commentary: We’ve Got Some Problems, But It’s Not the First Time

Life gets “curiouser and curiouser,” not to mention “scarier and scarier.” So, we are adjusting to COVID-19. Then there is always Ukraine. Throw in the slaughter of … more

6/8/22

Richard Stride is the current CEO of Cascade Community Healthcare. He can be reached at drstride@icloud.com.

Richard Stride Commentary: Celebrating Who You Are Is One Key to Real Happiness

Harold Kushner, the rabbi, author and teacher who wrote the best seller, “When Bad Things Happen to Good People,” wrote another book I reread recently. The book is titled … more

6/6/22

Julie McDonald, a personal historian from Toledo, may be reached at memoirs@chaptersoflife.com.

Julie McDonald Commentary: A Season of Mourning Can Follow a Life of Loving

As I sat in a pew at Westminster Presbyterian Church for a funeral Saturday, I reflected on the season of loss experienced lately with COVID-19 deaths, fractured relationships, mass shootings of … more

By Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle | 6/6/22

Rep. Peter Abbarno takes part in the Law Enforcement Torch Run in this file photo.

Peter Abbarno Commentary: Lewis County Special Olympics Athletes Need Our Support

As if polar plunging into frigid Mayfield Lake with the Lewis County Icicle Brigade wasn’t enough, I decided to once again punish my body for a great cause; the Lewis County Law Enforcement … more

By Rep. Peter Abbarno | 6/6/22

Kris Johnson is president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s chamber of commerce and manufacturers association.

Commentary: FutureCast Data Dashboard Will Help Us Create the Washington We Want

It’s hard to prepare for the future if you’re only checking the rearview mirror. That’s why the AWB Institute has launched a new tool called FutureCast that provides employers, … more

By Kris Johnson / Association of Washington Business | 6/3/22

Letter to the Editor: Mistreatment of Prospective Employee Disheartening

If we want our youth to value work then employers must value it as well. My son’s recent hiring experience at a Chehalis restaurant is an example of how employers are also responsible for … more

6/1/22

Letter to the Editor: Winlock Mayor Responds to Coverage of Recent Meeting

In the Lewis County News’ May 18, 2022, edition, an article was printed and distributed containing inaccuracies and statements which have caused unnecessary confusion. This letter is in … more

6/1/22