Letters to the Editor

Prevention training needed for kids

Earlier this month the Oregonian newspaper reported on the abduction and murder of 13-year-old Alycia Nipp down in Hazel Dell, Wash., which is just north of Vancouver.

  • Mar 10, 2009
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Quit blaming Boeing workers for troubles

While I realize these are harsh economic times, it might be best to forgo the cartoon if your paper is so desperate that it would… Continue reading

  • Mar 3, 2009
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Soldiers’ families sought

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  • Mar 3, 2009
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Loss of 4-H clubs would hurt kids

I am a 13-year-old girl writing this letter on behalf of my 4-H horse club Freedom Reins, and everyone in Washington State 4-H. We have recently been notified that due to budget problems, Washington State University may be closing down 4-H in Washington! As in the WHOLE of Washington!

  • Feb 25, 2009
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Reader muses on Friday the 13th

Did you survive February 13th? They are saying that 2009 has more “Friday 13ths” this year than ever before, and some say it is bad;… Continue reading

  • Feb 20, 2009
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Hockey doesn’t need fighting

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  • Feb 20, 2009
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School board was right to join lawsuit

Kudos to the KSD Board of Directors for making the decision to join other groups from all over the state in demanding clarity on funding… Continue reading

  • Feb 17, 2009
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Carousel supporters deserve applause

On behalf of the City of Kent and the operators of the third season of the Morford Family Carousel, I want to thank all of… Continue reading

  • Feb 17, 2009
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Fighting is integral part of hockey

(In response to Feb. 6 letter, “Parent appalled at hockey behavior”)Even though you grew up in Canada and understand and appreciate the game, I don’t… Continue reading

  • Feb 17, 2009
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Pet owner should have to suffer

Having just read the article concerning Zakeea Sykes allowing a seven-month-old puppy to starve to death, may I offer a suggestion? Sentence Miss Sykes to… Continue reading

  • Feb 17, 2009
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Professional guardians can prevent abuse

As we move into the coming year, I think we can all agree on a few basic things. Our economy will continue to struggle. We… Continue reading

  • Feb 10, 2009
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Parent appalled at hockey behavior

I am a hockey (among other sports) mom writing to you from Issaquah. We went to the new ice arena in Kent on Saturday, Jan.… Continue reading

  • Feb 6, 2009
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Forget politics, balance budget

Having read your Jan. 21, 2009 article on “Budget Worries,” I’m certain that 33rd District legislators Upthegrove, Orwall and Keiser can find real savings and… Continue reading

  • Feb 3, 2009
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Patterson: MLK logo is legal for county

Last week Kent resident John W. Kohler shared his concerns over King County’s use of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s likeness as our logo. I… Continue reading

Fans liked new venue for Thunderbirds

We have been season ticket holders for over 20 years. Thirteen members of our family were at the opening game at the ShoWare Center. Everyone… Continue reading

  • Feb 3, 2009
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Student likes Skyward Program

I enjoyed reading your article about the Skyward Family Access plan for the Kent School District. However, I’d like to point out that my situation… Continue reading

  • Jan 30, 2009
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City needs to install traffic cameras

What will it take for the City of Kent to install traffic signal cameras at the main intersections in the city?When stopped at a traffic… Continue reading

  • Jan 30, 2009
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Same-sex marriage kinder to Earth?

Just finished reading “Opposition to gay marriage ... etc.,” and in a way I had to kinda chuckle, because of things I’ve heard about regarding… Continue reading

  • Jan 30, 2009
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Do they know soldiers’ sacrifice?

I recently heard of a veteran named Arley V. Downs who was fighting in hedgerows and foxholes in France and Germany to defend freedom in… Continue reading

  • Jan 30, 2009
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Is county’s MLK image illegal to use?

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  • Jan 30, 2009
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