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FILE PHOTO: Carts and golfers line the grass as Riverside Golf Course in March 2020.

Adna Boys Win 3-Team Meet at Skyline Golf Course

Competing at Wahkiakum and Winlock at Skyline Golf Course in Cathlamet, the Adna boys golf team took first, totaling 178 points. The Mules carded a team total of 190, and Winlock scored a 217. … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/26/23

Scammers Imitating Washington State Patrol Phone Numbers to Get Personal Information

Washington State Patrol is warning people to take caution with phone calls that appear to come from the patrol and ask for personal information. Scammers have spoofed a "handful" of … more

Jack Belcher / The Bellingham Herald (TNS) | 4/26/23

Laughingwater Creek rushes downhill before joining the Ohanapecosh River in Mount Rainier National Park.

Timed Entry Might Be Coming Soon to Mount Rainier National Park

On a sunny summer day, visitors rush to Mount Rainier National Park to see slopes of wildflowers, cascading waterfalls and glistening glaciers. And that, say park officials, is the problem: Mount … more

Craig Sailor / The News Tribune (TNS) | 4/26/23

In Loving Memory of Joe Sidorski: 1922-2023

Joe Sidorski celebrated his 101st birthday on Feb. 10, 2023, with a small group of longtime, loving friends. One of five children, Joe was born on Feb. 10, 1922, on the Bunker Creek family farm in … more

4/26/23

In Loving Memory of Roscoe Turner: 1939-2023

Roscoe Erwin Turner was born on Oct. 3, 1939, to Harlan and Betty (Conklin) in Orting, Washington, and passed away on April 8, 2023 in Packwood, Washington. He graduated from Enumclaw High … more

4/26/23

In Loving Memory of Donna Osborne: 1934-2023

Our family mourns a great loss: our wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Donna Osborne. She passed peacefully at the age of 88, surrounded by loved ones. Donna Mae Osborne was born to … more

4/26/23

In Loving Memory of Leslie West: 1928-2023

Leslie Earl West, age 94, of Centralia, Washington, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. fiLeslie took his first breath on Sept. 27, 1928 on the Lost Valley Homestead. He was born to … more

4/26/23

In Loving Memory of Carolyn Smaciarz: 1941-2023

Carolyn Marie Smaciarz died Sunday, April 23, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 4, 1941, to Edward Langer and Caroline (Muri) Langer at Green Creek, … more

4/26/23

In Loving Memory of Chrystol Cook: 1976-2023

Chrystol Cook was born in Heidelberg, Germany on Aug. 15, 1976. She lost her courageous battle with cancer on April 17, 2023, in Morton. She was loved by many and is survived by her husband … more

4/26/23

In Loving Memory of Cathy Lindsey: 1949-2023

With a broken heart, we announce the passing of our dear mother, Cathy Eileen Lindsey. Cathy passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 7, 2023. She was born on Oct. 5, 1949, to Lucien and Oda … more

4/26/23

In Loving Memory of Verdelle Bullock: 1944-2023

Verdelle Louise Bullock, age 79, of Centralia, Washington, passed away peacefully at her home on Feb. 22, 2023, following a lengthy illness. Verdelle came to Centralia in 1972 with Dr. Larry D. Hull … more

4/26/23

In Loving Memory of Caleb Campbell: 1984-2023

Caleb Michael Campbell, 38, of Chehalis, passed away at his home on Sunday, April 23, 2023. Caleb was born on Oct. 4, 1984, to Robert and C. Deane Campbell in Chehalis, Washington. After … more

4/26/23

FILE PHOTO — Lewis County Coroner Warren McLeod

Updated: Coroner Says Man Found Dead in Burned Vehicle Near Randle Died of Gunshot Wounds

Multiple gunshot wounds killed the person who was found in the trunk of a burned vehicle along a Forest Service road near Randle on April 13, the Lewis County Coroner’s Office reported this … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 4/26/23

Local AARP Volunteers Help Hundreds File Tax Returns

Now that the tax return filing deadline has passed, taxpayers are eagerly awaiting their returns. For 575 Lewis County households this year, taxes were filed free of charge by local AARP … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/26/23

Adam Fulbright, the new chief of the Chehalis Fire Department, speaks to the Chehalis City Council on Monday.

New Chehalis Fire Department Chief Introduces Himself, Receives Permission to Purchase New Ladder Truck

Adam Fulbright, the new chief of the Chehalis Fire Department, was introduced at Monday night’s regular city council meeting He didn’t wait long to get straight to business. … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 4/26/23

Death Notices: April 27, 2023

• LESLIE EARL WEST, 94, Centralia, died April 19. Arrangements are under the care of Sticklin Funeral Chapel. • EDWARD JOSEPH JERNS, 68, Centralia, died April 16. Arrangements are … more

4/26/23

City of Centralia Looks for Applicants to Fill Vacant City Council Seat

Following Leah Daarud’s resignation from an at-large position on the Centralia City Council earlier this month, the city is now approaching the deadline for applications for a new councilor. … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 4/26/23

Sirens: 'Urinating in Front of the Staff'; Man With Towel 'Bullfights' Cars; Suspicious Circumstances; Theft; Assault

CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Theft • Money was reported stolen from a business in the 200 block of West Pine Street just after 10:45 a.m. on April 24. The case is under … more

4/26/23

Bill Moeller smiles for a portrait outside The Chronicle in Centralia on Jan. 24, 2023. Bill Moeller is a former entertainer, mayor, bookstore owner, city council member, paratrooper and pilot living in Centralia. He can be reached at bookmaven321@comcast.net.

Bill Moeller Commentary: Searching For Lost Artists of the Great Depression Era

In one of the columns I started to write — prior to my taking a rest from 15 years of writing weekly columns for this newspaper — I touched on the topic of artists who found their own way … more

By Bill Moeller / For The Chronicle | 4/26/23

Letters to the editor can be submitted to letters@chronline.com.

Letter to the Editor: Columnist’s Approach to Aron Christensen Case a Breath of Fresh Air

This is just a quick note of appreciation for Aaron VanTuyl’s commentary in the April 24 Chronicle focused on the Aron Christensen case. Thank you, Mr. VanTuyl, for a comprehensive piece that … more

4/26/23