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From left, Paul Ericson, Bob Russell, Coralee Taylor and Rob Hill are pictured. Each of them were honored by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County on Friday.

Economic Alliance of Lewis County Honors Paul Ericson, Bob Russell, Coralee Taylor and Rob Hill at Banquet

The Economic Alliance of Lewis County, formerly known as the Lewis Economic Development Council, held its 40th annual banquet Friday evening at Jester Auto Museum & Event Center. Around 200 … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 2/6/23

These photos of the new Glint Car Wash in Chehalis were provided by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce.

Ribbon Cutting for New Chehalis Car Wash Set for Tuesday

The Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce has invited community members to the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Glint Car Wash, scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, according to a chamber news … more

By The Chronicle staff | 2/6/23

Charlie Redmon and Dan Keiper pose for a photo inside Keiper’s Cards in downtown Centralia on Thursday.

A Sports Enthusiast’s Delight: Winlock Resident Opens Card Shop in Centralia

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

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 2/3/23

From left to right, Michelle Little, Sam Lalicker, Lisa Little, Connie Lalicker and Jessica Koehn.

Chamber of Commerce Announces Ribbon Cutting for The Centerville Cafe in Centralia

The Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday announced a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Centerville Cafe will take place at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 15. The … more

By The Chronicle staff | 2/2/23

Ashlee Shirer, owner of Sweet Dough Cookie Co., smiles for a photo after wrapping up a day of filming for “American Dream TV” on Saturday, Jan. 28, and baking over 2,200 cookies. Next Saturday will mark one year since the opening of her Centralia storefront. Follow the business on Facebook and Instagram to learn about what is planned to celebrate the anniversary.

In Focus: 'American Dream TV' Drops by Sweet Dough Cookie Co. as One-Year Anniversary Approaches

1/30/23

The clinic will be located at 145 S. Market Blvd. in Chehalis. Rainier Eye provided this photo of staff members and others inside the space, which is undergoing renovation.

New Chehalis Optometry Clinic Scheduled to Open in June

Rainier Eye, set to open in June, may help those with trouble seeing — but, its owners’ vision for a community-owned and operated optometry clinic is clear. The clinic, located in … more

By Matthew Zylstra / matthew@chronline.com | 1/30/23

Lewis County Commissioners Pass Resolution Honoring Gary Stamper; WSDOT Asked to Rename Viewpoint at Riffe Lake

Lewis County Commissioner Gary Stamper, who passed away in September of 2021, loved his getaway home above Riffe Lake in East Lewis County. Now the current Lewis County Commissioners want to honor … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 1/29/23

President and owner Luke Moerke of Exodus Engineering in Centralia goes over residential home plans at his Centralia office.

Luke Moerke Starts His Term as Economic Alliance of Lewis County Chairman

New Lewis County Economic Alliance Chair Luke Moerke brings his honesty, his straightforward approach and a drive to make his community a better place to his new post. Moerke replaced outgoing … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 1/29/23

From left, Lewis County Budget Administrator Becky Butler, County Manager Erik Martin, ToledoTel VP/COO Dale Merten and County Housing and Infrastructure Specialist Eric Eisenberg following the October 2022 kick-off meeting celebrating a $23.5 million award to expand broadband into Winlock and beyond.

ToledoTel Moving Forward With Massive Broadband Expansion; Winlock’s 2,300-Plus Homes and Businesses Wil Have High-Speed Internet

Note: This content was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County as part of the monthly Economic Report supplement published in The Chronicle. To learn more about the Alliance, visit … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 1/29/23

An Ameresco solar photovoltaic project in San Joaquin County, California.

Global Company Ameresco Sees Lewis County as an Emerging Power

Note: This content was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County as part of the monthly Economic Report supplement published in The Chronicle. To learn more about the Alliance, visit … more

By The Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 1/29/23

Photos by Jared Wenzelburger / jared@chronline.com Sarah and Kyle Askin alongside Jason and Shawna Boettner cut a ribbon while standing outside Mint City Coffee in Chehalis surrounded by a crowd Tuesday afternoon. The ceremony was provided by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce. The business, which opened last year, is located on Market Boulevard in downtown Chehalis. Learn more by following Mint City Coffee on Facebook or visiting https://mintcitycoffee.com/.

In Focus: A Ribbon Cutting for Mint City Coffee in Chehalis

A ribbin-cutting ceremony was provided by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce at Mint City Coffee in Chehalis Tuesday. The business, which opened last year, is located on Market Boulevard in … more

Photos by Jared Wenzelburger / jared@chronline.com | 1/25/23

Founder and master esthetician Annie Evans smiles for a photo at the Spruce Skin and Wax Shoppe in Chehalis on Wednesday.

Spruce Skin & Wax Shoppe: Owner of Olympia Skin Care and Wax Studio Opens New Chehalis Location

After opening the first Spruce Skin & Wax Shoppe in Olympia 14 years ago, owner and master esthetician Annie Evans opened Spruce’s second location in downtown Chehalis this month. … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 1/20/23

Chronicle Assistant Editor Isabel Vander Stoep is pictured on assignment at the Mossyrock Dam in 2022.

Chronicle Promotes Isabel Vander Stoep to Assistant Editor

Chronicle reporter Isabel Vander Stoep, a 2016 graduate of W.F. West High School, has been promoted to assistant editor of the newspaper. Vander Stoep, 24, started as an intern at The … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/12/23

Founded in 1983, Pacific Mobile Structures is a family- and locally-owned business with headquarters and a branch office in Chehalis.

Chehalis-Based Company Pacific Mobile Structures Acquires Texas-Based Sustainable Modular Management

Chehalis-based Pacific Mobile Structures has acquired Sustainable Modular Management, a fellow family-owned modular building company based in Frisco, Texas. The announcement came Dec. 30 … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/9/23

Chamber of Commerce to Hold Ribbon Cutting for Mint City Coffee Roasters in Chehalis

The Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce is holding a grand opening ribbon cutting for Mint City Coffee Roasters, a new coffee house and roaster in downtown Chehalis. The ribbon-cutting … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/9/23

The new members of the board are, from left, Chris Judd, the resource development director for United Way of Lewis County; Dana Johnson, the chief human resources officer for Providence Swedish; Thomas Jaurequi, the site general manager for United Natural Foods Inc.; and Michael Postlewait, the executive director of facilities for Lucky Eagle Casino.

Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce Announces New Board Members and Leadership

In a statement released on Tuesday, the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce announced the selection of new board officers and the approval of four new members to its board. Coralee … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/4/23

In Focus: Progress at the Centralia Station Development From Above

The Centralia Station project is seen through fog from above Monday morning. The multi-use development, located near Mellen Street, is a Port of Centralia project. A new WinCo store will be the … more

Jared Wenzelburger / jared@chronline.com | 1/2/23

Shawna Viggers Sicilia smiles for a photo inside the Luxe Wine Bar in Centralia.

New Wine Bar Opens in Downtown Centralia

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

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 12/26/22

Tone Food U.S.A. presents to judges during Washington Business Week Wednesday morning at the Northwest Sports Hub.

Students Gain ‘Transformation’ in First Lewis County Business Week Since 2019

Handshakes were offered, new products presented, scouting salespeople grabbed the attention of investors and dollars changed hands — in a room full of 16-year-olds. Lewis County’s … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 12/16/22

Summit Chiropractic Center in Chehalis Adds New Chiropractor

Summit Chiropractic in Chehalis has added a new chiropractor. Dr. Shawn Brown is now accepting new patient appointments. Brown graduated from Parker University in 2020. … more

By The Chronicle staff | 12/15/22