News-Register Letters Policy
The News-Register welcomes written opinions about issues of public interest and about the content of this newspaper. Letters from non-local writers are accepted only if they focus on local issues. Letters ...
Letters to the Editor: Sept. 15, 2023
Time for action “Whiskey is for drinking and water is for fighting.” This whimsical saying of Mark Twain’s is sometimes heard in farm circles during discussions about water. Last week’s ...
Letters to the Editor: Sept. 8, 2023
Stipends deserve look I appreciate that McMinnville School Board members ran for their seats without expectation of compensation, and am grateful for the time and talent they donate to the district. However, ...
Letters to the Editor: Sept. 1, 2023
Let’s start at home Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a leader who could bring us together. Presidents Biden and Trump have proven that’s not on their bucket list. Mr. Bladine’s ...
Letters to the Editor: Aug. 25, 2023
Caution, please I’m writing in response to Jeb Bladine’s column, “It’s Time to Chop Downtown Trees.” I’d like to share our 2 1/2-year experience here at Alchemist’s ...
Letters to the Editor: Aug. 18, 2023
Yes, but … I wholeheartedly agree with Liesl Forve’s letter of Aug. 4 supporting the physical and mental health benefits of parks. I do have a criticism of her advocacy, however. Twice she ...
Letters to the Editor: Aug. 11, 2023
Friendly advice Read the article on the impacts of vagrancy on the community. I’m a firm believer in helping people who need help and can’t help themselves. I think being charitable to our ...
Letters to the Editor: Aug. 4, 2023
Who and why? In response to Matt Smith’s recent actions as the chair of the Chehalem Park and Recreation Board, my questions are: Who is being served by your actions? And, why? There is well-established ...
Letters to the Editor: July 28, 2023
Beware yellow tide Bright yellow blooms of Tansy Ragwort are popping up along fence rows, roadside ditches and people’s yards. Most people don’t realize that it’s an invasive weed that ...
Letters to the Editor: July 21, 2023
Disaster averted Thanks to Zack and the crew from McMinnville’s RP Contractors, whose quick action averted potential disaster. While working a job on July 17, they noticed flames in the yard of ...
Letters to the Editor: July 14, 2023
South Davis speedway Responding the article, “City wants input from public on tax spending.” Topping the list? More police presence and action, especially regarding speeding in our neighborhoods, ...
Letters to the Editor: July 7, 2023
Local papers vital Thank you for printing the op-ed from Brier Dudley in the News-Register of June 30. I believe preserving local newspapers is an issue that deserves more attention. Large news outlets ...
Letters to the Editor: June 30, 2023
Historical wonders I want to thank you for publishing two excellent stories in last week’s paper featuring historic buildings in McMinnville. The story about the Mack Theater and Yamhill Hotel ...
Letters to the Editor: June 23, 2023
Victory for tribes Congratulations to Native Americans are in order. SCOTUS recently heard a case involving a non-native Texas couple who challenged the law because they wanted to adopt a native child. ...
Letters to the Editor: June 16, 2023
Hanging in the wind After reading Friday’s paper, I kept thinking about that sculpture Kirby Neumann-Rea mentioned in last week’s column. I am newish to town, having moved here last August. ...
