State Sen. Mike Chapman has explained on numerous occasions that the Cash for Counties proviso advanced by the Legislature was a bipartisan effort. The terms… Continue reading
The work of the Clallam County Charter Review Commission has been and continues to be diligent and productive. I commend the members, especially for working… Continue reading
This is written as a response to a PDN rant (Nov. 1) that said, “Why doesn’t everyone just SNAP out of it. The program was… Continue reading
It’s my fault. After two years of locking my cars up at night, I slipped up Wednesday night. Two years ago, I complained to the… Continue reading
Criminal behavior is a big topic and justification for any number of questionable actions these days. When I pay a fee to have a credit… Continue reading
President Donald Trump has pledged to make America great, but he has never, to my knowledge, defined greatness. Here are some dos and don’ts for… Continue reading
For decades, the strength of American manufacturing has been built on open access to global markets and the steady reduction of trade barriers. U.S. industries… Continue reading
This hospital commissioner election is about making difficult choices about leadership and trust in the commissioners we hire to assure Olympic Medical Center (OMC) continues… Continue reading
In July, I spent two weeks in Europe, starting in Prague and ending in Budapest. I learned a lot about how each of those countries… Continue reading
A significant election is approaching on Nov. 4. We have a valuable opportunity to re-elect a proven leader during these extremely challenging times for our… Continue reading
Please contact the leaders of Congress and demand that they revisit their oath of office and take action to remove Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth… Continue reading
Everyone who lives on the Peninsula has learned to depend on Olympic Medical Center services for urgent care. I have been in there many times… Continue reading
As a former superintendent of the Port Angeles School District, I’ve seen firsthand the impact of strong, dedicated leadership. That’s why I wholeheartedly support Sarah… Continue reading
Recent news articles about Olympic Medical Center’s troubles are appalling. In particular are the reports of multiple and continuing violations of rules that have resulted… Continue reading
For those of you in the Quilcene School District yet to cast your ballots, I urge you to vote for Naomi Stern, who is running… Continue reading
I am writing in support of Ann Henninger for Hospital Commissioner, Position 1. Henninger is a nurse who understands the needs of patients, families and… Continue reading
I recently attended the Public Safety Fair in Sequim and was pleasantly surprised to see Olympic Medical Center commissioner Ann Marie Henninger walking around the… Continue reading
How dare House Speaker Mike Johnson refer to the No Kings protest as a “hate America rally.” I am not anti-American; I love America. That… Continue reading
Clallam County proposes increasing the county’s property tax from $0.7598 per $1,000 of assessed value to $0.95, a 25 percent increase. This increase is unnecessary… Continue reading
As a commissioner for Olympic Medical Center, it has been my privilege to work with Ann Marie Henninger as our board president this year. She… Continue reading
