What makes Lewis County farmers so special? As many of them said during a six-farm tour with state, federal and county lawmakers on Monday hosted by the Lewis County Farm Bureau, the work takes … more

The Ony Hardware & General Mercantile store near Ethel has a new owner — 19-year-old Michael Howard.   Born and raised in Onalaska, Howard originally got his start working retail … more

Awesome Chevrolet, a member of the locally owned I-5 Auto Group, confirmed this week that a new Chevy facility will be constructed just north of the I-5 Toyota dealership in Chehalis. The auto … more

On the surface, Seattle Mariners Hall of Famer Edgar Martínez and Chehalis Tribal Chairman Dustin Klatush have very little in common.   Klatush represents the Confederated Tribes of … more

Death comes for us all, even if we’re perpetually guarded by giant wooden bird figurines.   On Wednesday, the City of Chehalis’ Development Review Committee will hear a proposed … more

Can you teach an old mall new tricks? Lee Ingrim and his son Spencer Ingrim think so. The local developers purchased the Lewis County Mall last fall with the aim to revamp the aging retail hub, … more

Though he was known for having a gruff demeanor — as is standard for many chefs — those who were friends of Justin Ames loved him and were heartbroken to learn of the 38-year-old’s … more

When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted supply chains of food, residents could more clearly see the value of local resources, said Aslan Meade, director of strategic alliances for the Thurston County … more

Newer is never better in downtown Centralia’s antique row. At ground zero in the downtown shopping area, Dominic and Kathleen Ayala, new owners of Emporium Ayala, said the new business mission will be similar to the old: to repurpose and reuse secondhand nostalgia of yesteryear. Last month, the couple took ownership of the two-story, 7,500-square-foot antique and furniture shop formerly known as Ayala Brothers Furniture.  more

What began as just a coffee shop with a handful of breakfast items in Olympia five years ago has become so successful the owners have opened a second location in Centralia.  Hash: Centralia … more

Hailie Haubrick raised her hand and cheered as Chef Eyner "Rene" Cardona cut a ribbon during a grand opening  ceremony alongside his wife Odilia Gaspar and General Manager Kristi Beebe at at … more

Fear not, Lewis County gardeners.  Dirty Thumb Nursery may have sold, but its founders firmly believe their successors are ready to take over and, eventually, expand the business to new … more

Following months of renovations and preparation, Ocean Prime Family Restaurant, a new fine dining grill and bar in Chehalis, is set for its grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. on … more

Educational options for career pathways have recently increased at W.F. West High School thanks to new business and marketing teacher Kristin Ciolli. Students in Ciolli’s class have been … more

Originally founded in 1972 as Ralph’s Trophies owned by Ralph and Linda Peel, Alderson’s Awards West Printwares officially celebrated 50 years in business in 2022.  Owner Tom … more

The Twin Cities are in a prime spot to attract big-name performers with Portland and Seattle shows on their tours, but securing those acts requires a venue with the seating capacity to make it … more

An enthusiast and card collector himself, 44-year-old Dan Keiper, of Winlock, last October opened his own sports cards, collectibles and memorabilia store in downtown Centralia. Keiper’s … more

While there are several options for downtown Centralia visitors looking to grab a drink, Shawna Viggers Sicilia wanted to provide a more calm, low-key alternative from exisiting bars and … more

Having closed in September 2021, the longtime home of the Kit Carson Family Restaurant in Chehalis stayed vacant for about a year before Seattle Chef Eyner “Rene” Cardona began renovating … more

Looking to add some literal life to your holiday event?   With Christmas a little over a month away, the Twisted Holly Reindeer Ranch in Rochester is offering reindeer rentals for events … more