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Letter to the Editor: Vaccine Distribution System Isn’t Working

After reading the letter to the editor from Sheryl Isaacon I have to add to her comments. I have been on the state's website every day trying to arrange a COVID-19 vaccine for myself and my … more

3/8/21

Letter to the Editor: Is the Money for Legal Pot Worth the Health of Our Children?

As our Lewis County commissioners seek to allow cannabis businesses in unincorporated Lewis County, there are several factors that they need to keep in mind. • Condoning and legalizing an … more

3/8/21

Letter to the Editor: Examining Ulysses S. Grant and the South

"Let us have peace." The words of President Ulysses S. Grant were quoted by Chronicle columnist Dr. Richard Stride in his recent column. After 130 years of residing at the bottom, President Grant is … more

3/8/21

Letter to the Editor: Lawmakers Drop the Ball on Broadband Bill

When you, your children or your grandchildren are dealing with slow, intermittent or unavailable internet service, remember four names — Abbarno, Orcutt, Walsh and McIntire. These are our four … more

3/8/21

FILE PHOTO — John Abplanalp, of Lewis County Public Health, talks about pandemic stages during a public meeting at O'Blarney's in early 2020 before the pandemic arrived with force.

Brian Mittge Commentary: One Year Later, What Does Our Story Tell?

I went through a phase in middle school when I ravenously read what is called “apocalyptic fiction.” I couldn’t get enough stories about individuals and society after a nuclear war, … more

3/5/21

Officer Reuben Ramirez shows off his new K9 partner, Pax, during the Centralia City Council meeting in this Chronicle file photo.

Michael Wagar Commentary: Thank GOP Legislators for Blocking Ban on Use of K-9s and Tear Gas

Last Saturday, a bill to restrict law enforcement activities and their use of equipment passed out of the state House of Representatives on a partisan 54-43 vote, with most Republicans opposing the … more

By Michael Wagar / For The Chronicle | 3/5/21

A look at where the Skookumchuck River flows into the Chehalis River

Our Views: Impressive Successes for Fish Enhancement, Flood Reduction

A century of fighting between advocates for fish and flood control led nowhere. Meanwhile, the fish were in decline and the five largest floods on record have occurred in the 35 years. … more

By The Chronicle Editorial Board | 3/5/21

Mount Rainier beacons above foothills at sunset seen from Highway 7.

Dr. Richard Stride Commentary: ‘I Can See Clearly Now the Rain Is Gone’ — Or Maybe Not

As I pondered about our deep ideological divisions in America, the song by Johnny Nash came to mind. What does this song have to do with divisions in America you may ask? Hang in here, it will make … more

3/4/21

Letter to the Editor: I Wouldn’t Bet Against a Return by Tiger Woods

Provoking the concern and sympathy of millions, Tiger Woods, perhaps the world’s most famous athlete, has narrowly escaped death in a Los Angeles car accident. While the golfer appears to have … more

3/4/21

Letter to the Editor: Perhaps Lewis County Will Get More Vaccines When It Learns to Vote Properly

It amused me when I read that our local representatives wrote a letter to the governor inquiring about Lewis County not receiving its fair share of the COVID-19 vaccination doses. It brought … more

3/4/21

Eyman Commentary: I’m Committed to Appealing Restrictions on the First Amendment

Editor’s Note: A judge last month ruled that Tim Eyman will no longer be allowed to have financial control over political committees and issued $2.6 million in fines after state Attorney … more

By Tim Eyman | 3/4/21

Guest Commentary: New Web Portal Helps Equip Young People for a Post-Pandemic Future

In the last few months, dozens of Washington students have gone online and signed up for accounts in a new matchmaking website. But it’s not what you’re thinking. The matchmaker is … more

By Kris Johnson | 3/4/21

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

Letter to the Editor: Legislators Don’t Seem to Know How to Craft Laws

Our uneducated state Senate has passed SB 5066, which is dead on arrival when it comes to effectiveness.Subject is a peace officer’s duty to intervene, intended to prevent excessive use of force, … more

3/1/21

Letter to the Editor: Good Riddance to Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler

Ms. Jaime Herrera Beutler is on her way out. And she knows it. Good riddance. After she voted to impeach Trump for "personal" reasons, the backlash from conservative Republicans throughout her … more

3/1/21

Letter to the Editor: Is It Any Wonder Lewis County Was Shorted Vaccine?

After reading the article about how Lewis County hasn't received its fair share of COVID-19 vaccine doses, one must stop and think about the vast amount of people in Lewis County that think the … more

3/1/21

Letter to the Editor: Herrera Beutler Works for America and Not Herself

Herrera Beutler is what the old GOP Party was, working for America and not for herself.I hate reading in The Chronicle that the Clark County GOP decided to censure Mrs. Herrera Beutler, and I have to … more

3/1/21

Site of proposed Costco logistics center.

Julie McDonald Commentary: Transparency at Port of Chehalis Is Refreshing

After so much negative economic news the past year, it’s exciting to see industries locating at the Port of Chehalis and bringing jobs to the community.First we heard that the port closed its … more

By Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle | 3/1/21

Amanda Bennett, 13, whose parents, Adam and Toni, own Let's Play Something, fills a display at the new downtown Centralia location of the toy store.

Brian Mittge Commentary: Unleash Your Inner Child; Honoring Our State’s George Bush

Lewis County’s very own toy store, Let’s Play Something, has just reopened in a new downtown Centralia location inside a glorious historic building storefront. This great playground for all ages … more

2/26/21

FILE PHOTO — U.S. Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Battle Ground examines the tree canopy during a tour of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest in 2013.

Michael Wagar Commentary: Herrera Beutler Impeachment Vote Appropriate for the 3rd

The 3rd Congressional District of Southwest Washington has been a swing district of sorts for years before current U.S. Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Battle Ground, was elected back in 2010.Before … more

By Michael Wagar | 2/26/21

The mirror-like Chehalis River reflects the summer sky on the Willapa Hills Trail at Bridge 16 near Dryad. The bridge was rebuilt in 2015 with Federal Emergency Management Agency funds, replacing a span destroyed in the 2007 flood.

Our Views: Benefits of Chehalis Basin Process Reach Beyond Lewis County

The Chehalis Basin process includes projects for fish recovery and flood protection in every community along the river. One of the most important projects is the proposed North Shore Levee including … more

By The Chronicle Editorial Board | 2/26/21