Browse | The Daily Chronicle

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

Letter to the Editor: Elected Leaders Should Increase Support for Public Transit

For anyone wanting to arrive at their destination easily, public transit can do that. I'm voicing my support for increasing funding for transit and paratransit service in our state transportation … more

2/12/21

Letter to the Editor: Something Must Be Done About Downtown Chehalis Parking

Regarding the the story published in Thursday’s edition titled “Chehalis Council Discusses Possible Change in Parking Regulations in Downtown District”:I certainly hope that the council does … more

2/12/21

Letter to the Editor: Antics of the Left Seem Surreal

Now that I am paying more attention to the injustices around the world, the antics of the Left here seem surreal. I imagine an "awards program" for justice and humanitarian activists:Bangladeshi … more

2/12/21

Letter to the Editor: Local Officials Are Wrong — WDFW Acquisition of TransAlta Land a Great Idea

I’m writing to refute the recent comments Lewis County officials made regarding the proposed Transalta land acquisition by WDFW.They claim Lewis County has plenty of open, public land in the east, … more

2/12/21

Letter to the Editor: Health and Hope Clinic Supports Those in Poverty

Health and Hope Medical Outreach is a local non-profit located in Centralia. We provide free medical care to those with low income and those in poverty in Lewis County and south Thurston County. Our … more

2/12/21

Letter to the Editor: I Chose to Live Along the River, and a Dam Isn’t the Answer to Flooding

I am a retired organic produce farmer in Independence Valley. My farm and house have been inundated by floodwaters numerous times in the 37 years that I’ve lived in the Chehalis watershed.Like many … more

2/12/21

Letter to the Editor: Herrera Beutler's Decision Was Courageous, Particularly in Threatening Environment

This is in response to a previous letter to the editor critical of Jaime Herrera Beuter (JHB) for her vote to impeach Donald Trump. I have been a moderate Republican for a very long time (interpret … more

2/12/21

Letter to the Editor: In Response to Column on 'ReTrumplicans'

I would like to speak to columnist Michael Wagar’s Jan. 30 commentary about “ReTrumplicans.” My sainted mother taught me that name calling is a sign of a weak argument, or of a weak … more

2/12/21

A sign sits where a Japanese Maple once stood in Washington Park Wednesday afternoon in Centralia.

Bill Moeller Commentary: There Once Was a Tree We Could See

After the article about the chopping down and removal of the Peace Tree from Centralia’s Washington Park appeared in last Thursday’s Chronicle, I expected that there would be more response than … more

By Bill Moeller | 2/10/21

TransAlta's Centralia plant as seen from the air in October 2019.

Commentary: TransAlta Land Transfer Would Be Bad for County, State

As Lewis County assessor, I have concerns about the gift of approximately 9,600 acres of TransAlta land to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and I am opposed to the acquisition by … more

By Dianne Dorey | 2/10/21

Letter to the Editor: Pandemic Shows Flaw of Tying Employment to Healthcare

Lack of health insurance is associated with 30,000 to 90,000 deaths per year, depending on the study. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 30 million Americans didn’t have health insurance and … more

2/8/21

Letter to the Editor: Comparing Capitol Rioters With Black Lives Matter Protests Is a False Comparison

I am responding to the recent letter to the editor from Sheryl Issacson, Chehalis, dated Feb. 3 which was titled, “More than one side is to blame for unrest.”My quick response is, no, only Trump … more

2/8/21

A sign is displayed at the Ed Carlson Memorial Field - South Lewis County Airport Thursday afternoon in Toledo.

Julie McDonald Commentary: New ‘Sea-Tac 2’ Airport Located at IPAT? Why Not?

The South Lewis County Regional Airport at Toledo doesn’t have enough room to support a large commercial or cargo freight airport on its 95-acre footprint.At least, that’s what Lewis County … more

By Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle | 2/8/21

Letter to the Editor: Vaccine Distribution Needs to Be Fixed

Last week's Chronicle article, "Seniors Eligible for Vaccine Struggle to Get Appointments," shared the erratic way COVID vaccines are being distributed. I got my first shot out of luck. I was … more

2/8/21

Letter to the Editor: Herrera Beutler a Brave, Stalwart Representative

Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Battle Ground, is a brave, stalwart representative of Washington’s 3rd District, her constituents and the Constitution. I am extremely proud of her. I disagree with her on … more

2/8/21

Sen. Lynda Wilson serves Washington’s 17th Legislative District and is Republican leader on the Senate Ways and Means Committee.

Commentary: Why the Fear About Discussing Limits on Emergency Orders?

The subject line of the email got straight to the point: “Jay Inslee is a tyrant to WA State and MUST BE stopped and removed!!!!!!!!” That arrived in early June 2020, roughly a week after Gov. … more

By Sen. Lynda Wilson | 2/8/21

The Washington State Senate chambers as seen Monday, Jan. 8, 2018 in Olympia.

Other Views: Government Officials Should Take a Break Before Becoming Lobbyists

What does it mean when, year after year, no one in the Washington Legislature formally opposes a bill but the bill dies anyway? Such has been the fate of attempts to curb the unseemly and arguably … more

By The Seattle Times Editorial Board | 2/8/21

This illustration shows what the proposed Chehalis River dam near Pe Ell will look like under normal conditions, allowing the river to run without impediment.

Our Views: Who Stands to Gain From This Retention Facility?

People from communities distant from ours have called in to public hearings regarding the emergency flood retention facility proposed for the main stem Chehalis River above Pe Ell asking, “Who will … more

By The Chronicle Editorial Board | 2/5/21

FILE PHOTO — Traffic is backed up on Interstate 5 south of Maytown in this September 2020 file photo.

Michael Wagar Commentary: Rural Areas Would Be Excessively Burdened With Proposed Per Mile Charge

The past few years the Democrat-controlled state government has floated the Vehicle-Miles-Traveled program that would charge for each mile a person drives.The idea is that with cars getting better … more

By Michael Wagar / For The Chronicle | 2/5/21

Letter to the Editor: Stop the Expansion of Toledo’s Airport

I am writing to share my concerns about the possibility of commercially expanding the Toledo airport. The reasons my family resides in Lewis County consists of the lifestyle quality, rural beauty, … more

2/5/21