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Sidewalk Access Ramp Improvements Set to Begin Next Week in Centralia

In a Nov. 23 news release, the Centralia Public Works Department announced that beginning on Nov. 29, construction will begin to make sidewalk access ramp removal and replacements and install … more

By The Chronicle staff | 11/25/22

Chris Mohr holds up his daughter to see Santa during the annual Santa Parade in downtown Chehalis in 2019.

Letters Can Be Mailed to Santa in Downtown Chehalis

Experience Chehalis, Book ‘N’ Brush and Totally Pawsome have teamed up to bring local children a little extra magic for the holiday season with a new “Letters to Santa” … more

By The Chronicle staff | 11/25/22

Razor Clam Dig Closures on All Coastal Beaches Continue Until Further Notice

The recreational razor clam season on all coastal beaches remains closed until further notice, shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced this week. … more

By The Chronicle staff | 11/25/22

Gunnar Morgan, of Rochester, and Linsie Fisher, of Raymond, smile for a photo with their trophies after being the first two to complete the Turkey Trot 5K Thanksgiving morning outside Thorbeckes in Chehalis.

In Focus: Runners Flock to Chehalis for Turkey Trot

Thorbeckes Athletic Performance and Althauser Rayan Abbarno, LLP again teamed up for the Thanksgiving Day 5K Turkey Trot, which benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Lewis County and Chehalis … more

11/25/22

FILE PHOTO — The sun sets through clouds over Chehalis.

Death Notices: Nov. 26, 2022

• CHARLES P. LEARMONT, 68, Vader, died Nov. 21 at his residence. Arrangements are under the care of Cattermole Funeral Home. • MARY E. WRIGHT, 81, Centralia, died Nov. 16 at Tacoma … more

11/25/22

Sirens: Vehicle Thefts; False Report of Vehicle Theft; Burglary ; Indecent Exposure

CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Vehicle Theft • Just after 11:05 a.m. on Nov. 21, a blue 1997 Subaru with fender flares, a luggage rack with tires and off-road tires were … more

11/25/22

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

Letter to the Editor: Arts, Education and Sports at Centralia College

This is in response to the commentary on Oct. 29 by Dr. Bob Mohrbacher, president of Centralia College, on sports. I am not anti-sports; I enjoy them and participated in them all happily in … more

11/25/22

Letter to the Editor: Kudos to Columnist — Truth, Honesty and Reason Will Prevail

I want to applaud Chronicle columnist Julie McDonald for her excellent guest commentary focused on the Republican Party, Donald Trump and more. Her no-holds-barred objective summary of … more

11/25/22

Letter to the Editor: On Death of Aron Christensen: Do Your Job and Lock Them Up

As many of us were sitting in our warm houses preparing checklists for grocery shopping and cooking to celebrate Thanksgiving, there is a stark reminder for the family and friends of Aron Christensen … more

11/25/22

Letter to the Editor: Consider a Future Where We Run Out of Wind, Water and Sunlight

Recently, I happened upon the point being made that green energy is just too complicated: It takes more time, money and energy to produce than what it yields. It's not like our fossil fuels that can … more

11/25/22

Lifelong Chronicle journalist Doug Blosser in his element, The Chronicle newsroom, in 2012. As newsroom clerk he produced a vast volume of words that appeared in the newspaper, from restaurant health inspections to court records and Voices items. Blosser died Nov. 16, 2022, at age 74.

Brian Mittge Commentary: RIP to a Proud Coug and a Lifelong Newsman

Longtime readers of The Chronicle are probably very familiar with the work of Doug Blosser, even if his name rarely appeared in the newspaper. Blosser, who died earlier this month at age … more

11/25/22

Republican State Senator Raises Concerns About State Budget Heading Into 2023 Legislative Session

State Sen. Lynda Wilson, R-Vancouver, said 2023 faces the possibility of a budget deficit and little chance of inflation relief. In a statement released last week, the Republican budget … more

By The Chronicle staff | 11/25/22

This is the first cohort of four-year degree students at Centralia College. The photo of them in caps and gowns is from their graduation in 2014. The first four-year graduates were distinguished from two-year graduates by being in gold robes. Today, four-year graduates wear a gold colored stole to distinguish them from 2-year graduates

Ten Years of Bachelor’s Degrees at Centralia College

Ask someone who was there when Centralia College began offering four-year degrees 10 years ago and they often remember feeling a little like they were in uncharted territory. The state had only … more

By Carrina Stanton / For The Chronicle | 11/25/22

Singing duo Bob, portrayed by Noah McKenzieSullivan, and Phil, portrayed by Sean-Patrick McNeal, lead a chorus of dancers in White Christmas. Also pictured are: Rita, portrayed by Michelle Lucero; ensemble dancer, portrayed by Jordan McMahon; ensemble dancer Samantha Gunter; ensemble dancer, portrayed by Karsten Tomlin; ensemble dancer, portrayed by Brittany Wilcox; and Rhoda, portrayed by Nicole Galyean.

Evergreen Playhouse Presents 'White Christmas': Same Spirit, Different Script From Movie

White Christmas: Same Spirit, Different Script From Movie By Carrina Stanton For The Chronicle Michelle Koenen stepped up to direct “White Christmas” at the Evergreen Playhouse … more

11/25/22

Proposed improvements to the Toledo High School stadium are detailed in these renderings provided by the school district.

Toledo School District Puts Capital Levy to Fund High School Stadium Improvements on February Ballot

Toledo voters will see a capital levy proposal from the Toledo School District on the special election ballot in February that, if passed, would allow the district to complete the stadium at the high … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 11/25/22

Glaciers are pictured on the southeastern face of Mount Rainier as seen from U.S. Highway 12 between Packwood and White Pass on Nov. 23.

In Focus: Views From the White Pass Area During the Thanksgiving Holiday

11/25/22

China Creek is pictured in this Chronicle file photo. A new gage has been installed on the creek, which runs through Centralia.

Centralia Council Roundup: China Creek Gage Update, City Parking Ordinance Amendment and Service Rate Caps

On Tuesday night, the Centralia City Council convened for its second monthly meeting to discuss a number of issues. On the agenda was an update on the newly installed China Creek gage, a first … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 11/25/22

Residents attend a vigil in honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance last Sunday in Chehalis.

Lewis County Locals, Leaders, Organizations Speak Out After Colorado Shooting

Colorado Springs late on Nov. 19 was shook with a tragedy at an LGBTQ night club called Club Q, where 26 patrons were injured, five were killed — two of whom were transgender — and … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 11/25/22

$50,000 Arrest Warrant Issued for Glenoma Man Accused of Child Molestation

Lewis County Superior Court has issued a $50,000 warrant for the arrest of Lance Pugh, 51, of Glenoma, after he failed to appear for his preliminary hearing on two child molestation charges … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 11/25/22

The owner, Leah Vanasse, a licensed massage therapist, is a recent graduate of the Bodymechanics School of Myotherapy and Massage in Tumwater.

Chamber of Commerce to Host Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Life Massage on Dec. 2

The Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce is holding a grand opening ribbon cutting for Life Massage on Dec. 2 in Chehalis at North National Ave., Suite #11, at 11 a.m. As part of the event, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 11/25/22