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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Help us keep perspective...
Regardless of how someone feels about Donald Trump, there are going to be things that happen over the next four ye…
COLUMN: MEDIA LITERACY: Plain language
When it comes to the news, a reporter should not be telling you how to feel. You know that. Journalists know that. In today’s world though, what we know and wh…
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: A double thank you
I was pleasantly surprised Monday morning while driving in to work. As I turned right onto East Broadway in Moses Lake, I was greeted by an array of American f…
COLUMN: Let’s hope Boeing labor agreement marks start of a new phase of manufacturing growth
Shortly before the vote that ended the Machinist’s strike against Boeing, an unprecedented group of 53 manufacturing association and state chamber of commerce …
LETTER: Appreciating Ian Bivona
Dear Editor, Just wanted to reach out to you and let you know how much we appreciate Ian Bivona covering girls high school sports
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Civic engagement is more than voting
As I write this, my team and I are monitoring state, local and federal elections and the polls are sill open. There’s some crazy stuff on the national outlets’…
LETTER: Go to the source
The TV ads that promote WA Cares leave out pertinent information and tell actual lies about it. For instance, Initiative 2124 only makes the program optional i…
LETTER: Voices of Faith Vote No on WA 2117
We, the Lutheran bishops of Washington State urge voters to vote “No” on Initiative 2117, which would repeal our state’s Climate Commitment Act.
LETTER: It's a human issue with Boeing
Dear Editor, Why is anyone in the media or the public at large surprised that Boeing’s latest, "last and final" offer was rejected? Their 40% wage increas…
LETTER: In support of Blankenship
Dan Blankenship is a dynamic leader who has a history of delivering results for the people of Adams County. We first started working together for our region wh…
LETTER: On court rules
To the editor and Columbia Basin Herald readers: Use your voice to tell our State Supreme Court not to cancel holding people accountable for their criminal…
LETTER: Supporting Blankenship
Dear Editor, We are writing to express our unwavering support for Dan Blankenship, a dedicated individual who has tirelessly served our community for the l…
LETTER: On immigration
Dear editor, On one of my recent volunteer activities with Spokane Public Schools, I was happy to hear first-hand a school employee’s personal immigration …
LETTER: The role of the VP
I have heard some people say, "The VP has done nothing to help me!" Well, the Vice President's role in government is limited. The Constitution spells out t…
LETTER: Sessler's stance on taxes
To the editor; I’m sure many of you have seen the Newhouse commercials on TV and have received the postcards in the mail. (They state) that Jerrod Sessler …
National Newspaper Week: The vital role of local newspapers in our communities and democracy
As we recognize National Newspaper Week, it’s a timely reminder of the vital role local newspapers play in upholding democracy and supporting the fabric of our…