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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 supports Jon Lane
I have cast my vote for Jon Lane for city council and am writing to encourage others to do so as well. Jon has all of the characteristics essential for effective leadership for the City of Moses Lake. Jon has great…
New rules?
Wall Street still runs the show on Capitol Hill, even with the lessons learned from the Great Recession and the imperatives of the Dodd-Frank financial reforms.
Reader thinks deputy should be ticketed
I have a problem with the county going to investigate the accident that the officer had last week. I was taught that if you hit somebody from behind while driving, it was your fault. What was he supposed to do? Mov…
Reader supports incumbent
I believe Allan Burritt is the right choice for being elected to the Moses Lake School District Board. I have found Allan to be a committed and dedicated individual when it comes to caring about the success of stud…
YARD WASTE Reader wants more consideration
It is that time of year again. The falling leaves and the yard waste is insurmountable I know, but, please find another option for discarding versus burning. When you have a large pile of wet leaves and twigs smold…
JASON AVILA Friend urges votes for candidate
I've known Jason Avila ever since our days at Garden Heights. I've worked with him at Big 5 Sporting Goods. He was in my wedding. If there is one thing that you need to know about Jason, it's that he's probably the…
TODD VOTH Reader supports Voth
I support Todd Voth for the Moses Lake City Council. I have spoken with Todd Voth on many occasions and I feel that he understands and cares about the issues facing all local businesses. As a builder, he can also l…
JON LANE Reader in support of current mayor
Jon Lane has shown excellence as a citizen, teacher, coach, principal, council member and friend. His leadership and commitment to this community is top notch. I am proud of Jon Lane's continued involvement and ded…
Reader pleased with yard waste program
On Wednesday 10/19/11, the Moses Lake city yard waste chipping machine and crew ran 125 feet of branches from several households through the machine. These were on the street in front of my house and the lot next d…
Reader explains Tea Party values
Where was the Tea Party? As someone who actually does a little research before forming too firm a position, I'd like to risk being told where to go for not agreeing with Mr. Reese. I won't waste time asking where h…
GOVERNMENT Reader responds to previous writer
I would like to respond to a recent letter by Scott Hudson. His letter disagreed with a previous letter to the editor I had written. The reason In my letter I "managed to get in every Democratic talking point" is b…
JON LANE Reader highlights candidate's history
Teachers take pleasure in seeing their students grow up and become successful in their chosen fields. I remember Jon Lane as an outstanding student who always completed his assignments and was a pleasure to have in…
JON LANE - Reader supports 'dedicated community leader'
I would like to express my support for Jon Lane for Moses Lake City Council. Because Jon and his wife feel it's very important to always shop locally, I've had the pleasure of working with, and getting to know, the…
GRANT COUNTY - Reader wants change in government
In response to your article about the state auditor's office finding fault over certain Grant County behavior, I have to ask: When will the county get its act together?
COUNCIL RESIGNATION - Reader tries to clear the air
I cannot understand that if Ms. Bernette didn't want to resign there wasn't anyone that could force her to. She's an elected official. Only the council could with three unexcused absences which she did not have. Or…