Peter’s Blog
Peter Abbarno commentary: Celebrating our state’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library origin story
“Working 9 to 5” is a Dolly Parton phrase not often uttered by volunteers, board members and employees of nonprofits in our community. That’s because, when you focus your efforts on a heartfelt mission, the work is never done. Sometimes the impact of the mission...
Commentary: Reflections from former House Republican Leader J.T. Wilcox
Prior to stepping down earlier this year, I had the privilege of serving as House Republican leader in the Washington state House of Representatives for five years. In that role, I worked closely with some of the finest public servants our state has to offer —...
Abbarno throws out First Pitch at Ridgefield Raptors playoff game.
Congratulations to the Ridgefield Raptors Baseball players, organization, fans and the Ridgefield community on a great 2023 season. And, thank you for the warm welcome and chance to throw out the first pitch. Looking forward to the 2024 West Coast League season. Learn...
Happy Founders Day, City of Centralia!
Happy Founder's Day in the City of Centralia, August 15, 2023! I work, live in, and represent Centralia, Washington – a city founded in 1875 by our George Washington, an African American, who was born in the time of slavery and traveled to Washington state with his...
W.F. West High School hosts annual summer STEM camp
In www.Chronline.com By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com W.F. West’s halls are typically quiet over the summer as students and teachers enjoy their well-deserved summer break, but this week, the school was full of activity as students from around the area...
Little lampreys a big part of East Fork recovery efforts
Rick Bannan / rick@thereflector.com Though shovels haven’t hit the base of the Ridgefield Pits, work is underway to prepare for an undertaking to revitalize the land along the East Fork Lewis River. On a sunny morning July 11, staff from county, state and federal...
City of Tenino Celebrates New Park Pump Tracks With Ribbon Cutting
By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com In an event running in conjunction with the Raise For Rowyn 5K run in Tenino on Saturday morning, Tenino Mayor Wayne Fournier held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open Tenino City Park’s newest playground addition — pump...
Abbarno Talks Legislative Issues at Chamber’s July Forum
By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com The homelessness crisis, public school system funding and Washington state Legislature’s recent special session to remedy the Blake decision were among the topics state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, talked about...
Peter Abbarno Commentary: Upcoming Centralia School Supply Drive Is About Hope and Opportunity
It is about that time of year when students and teachers begin thinking about returning to the classroom. It is also the time when parents begin thinking about the cost of school supplies. While some families can absorb the rising cost of school supplies and clothing,...
Peter Abbarno Commentary: The Real Impact of Higher Gas Prices
The real impact of higher gas prices is not only felt at the pump. The real impact of higher gas prices is felt at the kitchen table. It is kitchen table issues such as the cost of food, utilities and traveling to work and school that force families, seniors and...
Washington’s Long-term Care Payroll Tax faces Backlash
Rep. Abbarno is among the list of local Republicans pushing to change course. Some of his colleagues are advocating for a special session or to repeal the tax altogether. Washington’s new long-term care tax faces backlash – KIRO 7 News Seattle
Rep. Peter Abbarno explains what’s in the new drug possession bill that passed the Legislature
Senate Bill 5536, the Blake decision bill on controlled substances, passed the House floor on an 83-13 vote and was signed into law. In this video, Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, explains what's in this new version of the bill. https://youtu.be/hOz6-VGvy_4...