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COLUMN: An honor to be on the fire line
As reporters, we spend a lot of time telling other people's stories. Every once in a while, though, you find yours…
Reader promotes responsible pet ownership
Is there a leash law in Moses Lake? We walk our dog on a leash all the time. We live on a corner and every dog in the area uses our yard as their potty patch. We are very annoyed to say the least and tired of picki…
Jobs are solution to state's stagnant economy
Keeping access to public records
Americans have many freedoms that are the envy of other countries, including freedom of speech, religion, the press, equal justice and the right to bear arms.
Reader requests sacrifice for students
We Americans never hesitate when our leaders ask us to make sacrifices in order that they may successfully execute a war. So when President George W. Bush invaded Iraq, we braced for the request, but were mystified…
The state of marriage
The University of Virginia's National Marriage Project has released another disturbing report. It reiterates that marriage remains strong for college-educated couples - but it's disintegrating in "Middle America," …
Report unemployment benefit fraud
As the state works to balance its budget in Olympia, people continue to fraud the government by illegally applying for and accepting unemployment insurance benefits.
Studded tire permit a bad idea
A proposed $75 permit to use studded tires is supposed to ensure Washington's drivers pay for highway damage caused by the tires.
Washington state misses tourist dollars
OLYMPIA - When we moved from Montana to Olympia 35 years ago, we saw enticing television and magazine ads for our neighboring states, but none for Washington. …
Reader supports right to bear arms
Regarding "Gun Violence" - I noticed this Sunday morning that Rev. Jesse Jackson was campaigning against "gun violence." I find it extremely unfortunate that he (as a national-level voice) is not screaming about th…
A dilemma in D.C.
What is it like to live in a consequence free environment?
Electoral College remains in stasis
Regarding one reader's urging to reexamine the Electoral College and the way it functions in our system of voting, I agree with her statements. But this is not a new dilemma.
Readers support Sheriff's gun stance
I wish to compliment and support the stance that our Sheriff Tom Jones has publicly taken on our second amendment rights. For one in such a publicly placed position to bravely state this staunch position requires c…
Don't crowd out new solutions
The Moses Lake School Board is grappling with some tough decisions to alleviate overcrowding at Moses Lake High School and Chief Moses and Frontier middle schools.
Reader suggests overcrowding solution
I was at last secondary overcrowding meeting that Rebecca Milligan attended and it is with interest that I read the letter to the editor written by her. It seems to me that going to a 6 period day would help take t…
Reader supports CBSS
I have in the past had the pleasure of being a high school and middle school tutor at Columbia Basin Secondary School. It was a good experience and I loved the kids with all my heart. I fear for the students and ma…