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The Centralia Fox Theatre hosted an open house to discuss recent efforts to reinvigorate fund raising efforts toward renovations. Pictured is a photograph from the balcony highlighting the ornate stage.

Centralia’s Fox Theatre Open House Signals Renewed Efforts for Renovations

Note: This story was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County as part of a monthly special section published in The Chronicle. The Economic Alliance of Lewis County hosted … more

By the Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 6/20/22

Steve Capuano gives a presentation inside The Loft for an Economic Alliance Summit event in Chehalis on Thursday.

Economists Discuss ‘COVID Unmasked’ at Lewis County Economic Alliance Summit

Note: This story was produced by the Economic Alliance of Lewis County as part of a monthly special section published in The Chronicle. The Economic Alliance of Lewis County hosted on … more

By the Economic Alliance of Lewis County | 6/20/22

Owner Reghan Burton smiles for a photo inside her boutique, "Milk + Honey," in Winlock.

Milk and Honey: Winlock Boutique to Open Storefront June 8

Winlock is a growing town with a vibrant community, but it can be a difficult place to shop for date night outfits and high-quality local goods. That’s something 25-year-old Winlock … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 6/6/22

Canning supplies sit on display inside Chehalis Outfitters on Monday.

Chehalis Outfitters to Host Canning Seminars June 25

Chehalis Outfitters, formerly known as Sunbirds, will be hosting a hot water canning seminar on June 25. Two sessions will be held at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., with each expected to last between an hour … more

By Matthew Zylstra / matthew@chronline.com | 6/6/22

Attendees smile for a photo outside Gravity Coffee during a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday in Centralia. The event was hosted by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce. The business is located at 712 Harrison Ave., Centralia.

In Focus: Ribbon Cutting Marks Opening of Gravity Coffee in Centralia

6/3/22

Pat Slusher, owner of Pat Slusher’s Coin Shop, poses with his antique register and wall full of Hawaiian items. At the age of 79, he plans to retire to his oceanside property and relax with his wife Phoebe.

Pat Slusher, Known for Hawaiian Shirts and Coins, to Retire and Close Centralia Shop After Decades-Long Career

If you’re a fan of Hawaiian shirts or collecting coins, then your life is about to get a lot more difficult. That’s because Pat Slusher, 79, of the eponymously named … more

By Matthew Zylstra / matthew@chronicle.com | 5/30/22

Chamber of Commerce to Host Ribbon-Cutting Event at Gravity Coffee June 3

Gravity Coffee will host a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony at noon on June 3, kicking off a three-day celebration at its new drive-thru location at 712 Harrison Ave. in Centralia. … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/30/22

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 … 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