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Updated 1 week, 2 days ago

Celebrating National Library Week

What brings you joy? For me, it’s driving through our beautiful region to visit our branch libraries, serving ice …

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Tom Dent has principles, character

I am writing this letter in support of Tom Dent, candidate for state representative in the 13th District Position 1.

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Interpersonal skills are key in state rep race

I was a Grant County GOP precinct committeeman (PCO) who was barred from attending a GOP meeting by Chairman Tom Dent, under threat of trespass. It was the last straw in my participating with the Grant County GOP, …

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Shocked by political flyer

I visited family in Moses Lake this weekend and was shown a political flyer authored by Grant County Concerned Voters. The purpose of the flyer appears to be to slander and defame Mr. Garth Dano.

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Brochure is an example of muckraking

I am sitting in the smallest room in my home with a brochure in front of me that was mailed to me by a group called "Grant County Concerned Voters" who support Angus Lee. This brochure is an outstanding example of …

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Keep Grant County finances in good hands

The most important qualification to be Grant County's Treasurer is financial education and experience. The write-in candidate, who barely squeaked into the general election challenging our Grant County Treasurer, h…

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Garth Dano for Prosecutor

In 1960 I began my law practice in Grant County. I retired for medical reasons in 2010. though I am still a full member of the Washington State Bar Association and licensed in a number of federal courts including t…

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Reader concerned about gun control bills

So called "gun control" bills are not intended to contain and control criminals. They are not intended to protect honest people. They are not intended to reduce violence, murder, rape, thefts, home invasions nor an…

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Former court bailiff backs Lee

I wonder if the general population isn't getting tired of reading from a select few people about how wonderful and highly qualified Garth Dano is for the position of Grant County prosecutor.

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Heart, mind and strength

That is what Tom Dent represents, a genuine kind man, mindful of what matters the most, a leader who wants a safe community and to help our District 13 grow. With his enthusiasm, love, devotion and work ethic he wi…

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Character matters

I have been involved in Republican politics since 1980. During that time I have been 100 percent sure about two candidates who had to be elected at the time they were running, Ronald Reagan in 1980 and 1984 for Pre…

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Letter writer apologizes to former sheriff

I'd like to thank this newspaper for providing me the space to make the most public apology I can. In a recent letter written by me and printed in this section I mentioned a man's name, a very good man. The brevity…

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Garth is dedicated to our legal system

I have known Garth Dano and his family since they first moved to Moses Lake. I consider Garth one of my very special friends. Garth and his family have been involved in many community activities. They were instrume…

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Dani Bolyard communicates well

We have two good Republican candidates for the open 13th LD seat, both former Grant County Republican chairman, both dedicated to Republican values, both with business and agriculture experience. I will be voting f…

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Angus Lee supporter

As a retired law enforcement officer, I don't understand how some law enforcement officers who have risked their lives enforcing the law can vote for a candidate who seems to have no respect for the traffic laws of…

Updated 11 years, 6 months ago
Support Quincy hospital levy in Nov. 4 election

Decreased Medicare funds, expensive government mandates and increased patient debt are just a few of the problems Quincy Valley Medical Center is facing.