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Chick-fil-A Is Exploring a New Location in West Olympia on Capital Mall Property

Chick-fil-A, a fast-food restaurant chain known for its chicken sandwiches, is exploring a new location in west Olympia, according to city of Olympia information. The business proposes to build a … more

Rolf Boone / The Olympian | 5/24/22

The Owl and Olive, a restaurant with Mediterranean and Italian inspired food between Doty and Pe Ell, is pictured beside the Chehalis River from above. A cable from the USGS Doty Chehalis River gage can be seen stretching across the water in the center of the photo.

Mediterranean, Italian Food at the Doty Chehalis River Gage

Food from a barn on the Chehalis River doesn’t necessarily conjure high expectations. Fortunately for Owl and Olive owners Stephen Hueffed and his wife, Amy, that means customers are … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 5/23/22

A long line forms along the street as Sweet Dough Cookie Co. opened Saturday. Regulars said long lines are normal and sometimes they are even longer during holidays such as Mother’s Day and Easter. The business is owned and operated by Ashlee Shirer, who has twice won televised contests on Food Network. The business is located at 602 W. Main St., Centralia, Learn more about the business online by following its Facebook page.

In Focus: Sweet Dough Cookie Co. in High Demand in Centralia

5/23/22

Heidi MacDonald, with Lady MacDonald’s Gourmet Foods, smiles while holding up microgreens at Pine Street Plaza during her Centralia Farmers Market debut Friday morning.

Lady MacDonald’s Gourmet Foods Brings Microgreens and More to Centralia, the Region

Heidi MacDonald, 51, was “a little busy” last Friday morning as she prepared for her first time at the Centralia Farmers Market. For MacDonald, the experience of selling produce at a … more

By Matthew Zylstra / matthew@chronline.com | 5/18/22

From left, Resident Care Manager Jahnel Otten, Owner RN Danae Elsner and caregiver Rosa Mejia smile and pose during a Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting event at Silver Acres Adult Family Homes last Wednesday.

Silver Acres Adult Family Homes Opens Second Location in Twin Cities

With a home already in Chehalis, Silver Acres Adult Family Homes opened a new long-term care facility in Centralia earlier this month, adding a second spot in the Twin Cities where the business can … more

By Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 5/16/22

Lisa Sills smiles and poses for a photo with her kids Cyndal, 13, Kian, 5, and Ronan, 15, inside the Mad Hatter Play Cafe, a business opening in early summer where kids can play in an indoor setting, while parents relax with a cup of coffee.

In Centralia, Mad Hatter Play Cafe to Offer Entertainment for Kids While Parents Enjoy Cups of Joe

A new business called Mad Hatter Play Cafe — a shop that could have children and parents alike jumping for joy — is planned for an early summer opening at the Centralia … more

By Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 5/16/22

Paul Browning, CEO of Fortescue Future Industries North America, talks about a proposed project as a presentation is displayed during a meeting in the TransAlta Commons at Centralia College.

Hydrogen Plant Proposed for Industrial Park at TransAlta

During its first "Hydrogen Symposium," the Economic Alliance of Lewis County announced on Thursday afternoon it is facilitating a partnership between TransAlta and Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 5/13/22

Family, staff and chamber ambassadors pose as photos are taken during a Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting event at Silver Acres Adult Family Home in Chehalis Wednesday afternoon. Look for a full story on the facility in an upcoming edition of The Chronicle.

In Focus: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Held for Silver Acres Adult Family Home in Chehalis

5/11/22

Althea internet provider Founder and CEO Deborah Simpier appears in company promotional photographs on behalf of her rural internet service.

Rural Internet Provider Althea Looks to Expand its Services to Rochester, Tribes After Growth in Centralia and Winlock

With services currently in places such as Centralia and Winlock, internet service provider Althea is looking to expand its footprint to Rochester by the end of summer. Althea developed an … more

By Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 5/9/22

Office Manager Mikayla Rockey smiles while receiving an infusion Tuesday at Evexia Northwest in Centralia.

New Centralia-Based Alternative Medicine Company Evexia NW Offers IV Vitamin Transfusions, Hormone Replacement

Lewis County residents can now receive alternative medical treatments in the form of intravenous (IV) vitamin infusions and more at Centralia’s Evexia NW. The business, located at 1639 … more

By Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 5/4/22

Recently hatched emus huddle together Friday at 3 Feathers Emu Ranch and Farm in Adna.

Adna Emu Farm Surprised by Fortunate Power Outage Survivors

Tulips and ambitiously planted tomatoes were not the only things thought to be lost in the snow and frost of mid-April. Together, Emily Polkinghorn, her mother Janean Parker and stepfather Tony … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 5/2/22

Second Hearing Set on YMCA Mineral Lake Camp

Note: This content was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County, which publishes a monthly print supplement in The Chronicle focusing on economic news and commentary. The Lewis County … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 5/1/22

A drawing of the runs at White Pass Ski Area.

White Pass Ski Area Enjoys Strong Season

Note: This content was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County, which publishes a monthly print supplement in The Chronicle focusing on economic news and commentary. One final hurrah … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 5/1/22

Eight new charging stations are coming to the White Pass Scenic Byway.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Zipping Into White Pass; Scenic Byway Along Highway 12 Set for 8 New Stations

Note: This content was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County, which publishes a monthly print supplement in The Chronicle focusing on economic news and commentary. Electric vehicle … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 5/1/22

Residents Oppose Centralia Golf Course Rezone: Proposal Has Up to 387 Housing Units to Be Built at Former Armory Hills Golf Course

Note: This content was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County, which publishes a monthly print supplement in The Chronicle focusing on economic news and commentary. Residents living … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 5/1/22

Richard DeBolt, executive director of the Economic Alliance of Lewis County

Economic Alliance Director's Corner: Hydrogen Project, Post COVID Summit Coming to Lewis County

Note: This content was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County, which publishes a monthly print supplement in The Chronicle focusing on economic news and commentary. These are exciting … more

By Richard DeBolt / Executive Director of Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 5/1/22

Ryerson Centralia Center Nears Completion

Note: This content was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County, which publishes a monthly print supplement in The Chronicle focusing on economic news and commentary. The Ryerson … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 5/1/22

Slots are a strong draw at the Lucky Eagle Casino. The Chehalis Tribe has been tentatively approved to add sports betting to its offerings at the Rochester-area casino.

Chehalis Tribe to Add Sports Betting: Lucky Eagle Casino Waits Final Approval Pending Public Hearings

Note: This content was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County, which publishes a monthly print supplement in The Chronicle focusing on economic news and commentary. A tentative … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 5/1/22

Rebekah Oliver talks about running the Power Shop in Centralia with her husband.

Family-Owned Business The Powershop Sees Boom in Sales as Interest in Landscaping Increases Amid Pandemic

The Powershop, located on Harrison Avenue, has been a Centralia institution for 65 years. It was purchased by Cedric and Diane Pruitt 17 years ago in 2005. In their first five years owning the … more

By Matthew Zylstra / matthew@chronline.com | 4/27/22

Matt Noren, owner of Thorbeckes, smiles for a photo Friday at the Chehalis gym location.

Thorbeckes Celebrates 40 Years

Thorbeckes Wellness Center is celebrating its 40th anniversary this month. For owner Matt Noren, 39, that meant a chance for celebration after a difficult couple of years dealing with the COVID-19 … more

By Matthew Zylstra / matthew@chronline.com | 4/25/22