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Just barely a month after undergoing kidney transplant surgery, George Sharp stands by the sign welcoming visitors to Boo-coda on Saturday, Oct. 5, during. the Boo-coda Spook-tacular's Hearse Procession.

‘Back in the game’: Thurston County tourism promoter has successful kidney transplant

While still recovering from transplant surgery after fighting stage 5 kidney failure for more than a year, George Sharp, rural program manager for the Thurston Economic Development Council’s … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 10/7/24

The PNW Ecto-360 Foundation's custom Ghostbusters-themed hearse rolls down North Main Street on Saturday, Oct. 5, during the Boo-coda Spook-tacular Hearse Procession.

Over 200 attend Boo-coda Spook-tacular Hearse Procession

While Halloween is still a few weeks out, more than 200 people — including many in costumes — turned out for the Boo-coda Spook-tacular Hearse Procession in the small South Thurston … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 10/7/24

Reservations now available for ‘Wizarding Christmas Afternoon Tea’ at British Bites in Centralia

While the crisp autumn air will remain for a few more months, those hoping to get an early jump on the holiday season can begin making reservations at one Centralia business. British Bites, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/7/24

Lewis County hazardous waste coordinator Kal Lersavage carries a collection of old shop lights into a trailer during a community recycle event on Saturday, May 11.

Free recycling event set for Randle this weekend

Lewis County will host a community recycling event this weekend for residents to dispose of and recycle materials. The event will be held Saturday at the Lewis County Public Works Department … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/7/24

‘Wandering monk’ to speak at Center for Positive Living in Centralia

Brian Lottman will be the speaker at Center for Positive Living at 800 S. Pearl St. in Centralia at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 13. From noon to 1:30 p.m., he will present a workshop. A meal will be … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/7/24

Attendees compete in the women's stein-holding competition during the Lewis-Pacific Swiss Society Oktoberfest in Frances on Saturday, Oct. 5.

In focus: Swiss heritage celebrated at Oktoberfest in Frances

Stein-holding competitions and European style nine-pin bowling were among the activities during the Lewis-Pacific Swiss Society's Oktoberfest in Fances on Saturday. Learn more about the … more

10/7/24

Girls Night Out organizers Sandy Walczyk, left, and Flossy Heymann pose for a photo with the gift bags and balloons they prepared at The Station in Centralia on Friday, Oct. 4, ahead of the 35th Girls Night Out event on Saturday.

35th Girls Night Out event a success in downtown Centralia

The 35th Girls Night Out event in Centralia was a success, with local business owners and shoppers alike enjoying the sunshine, fall deals and support for a local nonprofit. “It was … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 10/7/24

Lewis County Master Gardeners to host ‘Gardening For Everyone’

There are signs of fall all around us as the air is cooler, football games are being played, colorful leaves are falling to the ground, and pumpkins and Chrysanthemums are decorating the outside of … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/6/24

RailCycle, as this conveyance is called, is the newest attraction offered by the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad, which returned from hiatus in 2023 under new ownership.

RailCycle: Explore Mount Rainier's foothills by pedaling around its rail trails

EATONVILLE, Pierce County — When my family pulled into a gravel lot next to abandoned train tracks on a crisp fall weekend, we were greeted by an unexpected sight next to a graffiti-covered … more

Gregory Scruggs / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 10/4/24

Members of South Sound Paranormal Research watch live video feed from infrared cameras placed in strategic locations during a paranormal investigation at the Lewis County Historical Museum in 2015.

‘Phantoms of the Past’: Lewis County’s ghost stories to be told at McMenamins Olympic Club in Centralia

With Halloween approaching, Lewis County locals are invited to McMenamins Olympic Club to learn about the county’s haunted past as Olympia Oddities podcast host Trista Heenan shares ghostly … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/4/24

Elicia Shopfer places pumpkins in a bin after weighing them at the Rutledge Family Farm on Thursday, Oct. 3. The pumpkin patch is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Oct. 31.

In focus: Rutledge Family Farm open for the Halloween season

The Rutledge Family Farm is pictured on Thursday, Oct. 3, in these photos by Chronicle photographer Ridley Hudson. The pumpkin patch is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Oct. 31. … more

10/4/24

Friends of Winlock Library hold silent auction to raise funds

The Friends of the Winlock Timberland Regional Library will hold a silent auction fundraiser 0ct 5 through Oct. 19. Auction items will be displayed at the library at 322 NE First St., Winlock, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/4/24

The corn maze at the Huntting's Pumpkin Patch and Haunted Forest is pictured from above in Cinebar on Thursday, Oct. 3.

In focus: The Huntting’s Pumpkin and Haunted Forest offers a massive corn maze and more

The Huntting’s Pumpkin Patch and Haunted Forest is open now through Nov. 2 and offers a massive corn maze and much more. It’s located at 600 Cinebar Road. No reservations are needed. … more

10/4/24

The Gold Hill Historical Society Museum transforms into a "Goonies"-themed haunted house for the month of October.

Spooky Oregon town has a ‘Goonies’ haunted house with a ‘real’ ghost named Willie

Inside the Gold Hill Historical Society’s “Goonies”-themed haunted house, visitors can expect to encounter favorite characters from the Oregon-filmed movie: Chester Copperpot, the … more

Samantha Swindler / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 10/4/24

Northwest Wind Symphony musicians perform during a previous concert in this Chronicle file photo.

Northwest Wind Symphony begins 2024-25 season on Oct. 7 with a ‘Potpourri of Masterpieces’ at Corbet Theatre

The Northwest Wind Symphony kicks off its 2024-25 concert season with a fall concert at 7 p.m. on Oct. 12 at the Corbet Theatre at Centralia College. Titled a “Potpourri of … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/2/24

The Chronicle Deadline News and the Thurston County Commissioner Cruisers teams line up for the start of the Boo-Coda casket races on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2024.

‘Boo-coda’ set to spook visitors: Haunted house, hearse procession, casket races and more on the way

It’s safe to say Halloween season has officially started as Bucoda Mayor Callie Carpenter made the official proclamation to temporarily change the South Thurston County town’s name to … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 10/2/24

Julie McDonald Zander smiles while holding a copy of her debut novel, "The Reluctant Pioneer," in Centralia on Oct. 1.

Local historian publishes debut novel ‘The Reluctant Pioneer’ about Lewis County settler

The story of Matilda Koontz, a woman who endured tremendous hardship on the Oregon Trail in 1847 and settled in Lewis County, has fascinated local historian and Chronicle columnist Julie McDonald … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 10/2/24

Owner Callie Carpenter, middle, Alex Carpenter and Callie’s son Levi Shankster pose for a photo at Espresso! by Pacific Northwest Cookie Co. in Chehalis on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Espresso is located at 272 N. Market Blvd.

Espresso! by Pacific Northwest Cookie Co. coffee stand now open in Chehalis as local company continues to grow

There’s a new coffee stand open in downtown Chehalis, and it isn’t just any old coffee stand. It’s owned by the Pacific Northwest Cookie Co. Customers can grab delicious, … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 10/2/24

Participants gather at HUBBUB during a past Girls Night Out event.

Girls Night Out returns to Centralia for 35th event Oct. 5

Girls Night Out will return to downtown Centralia on Saturday, Oct. 5, to support local businesses and raise money for the Hope Alliance. “We are 35 businesses strong on our 35th Girls … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/2/24

From left, Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Christine Brower, Krystal Mishler, Melanie Ondong, Laura Stajduhar and Chehalis Mayor Tony Ketchum stand for a photo during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Wellness Pointe Primary Care and Medical Massage in Chehalis on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Owners Stajduhar and Mishler are committed to providing the community with a wellness model for primary care, the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce stated in a news release. The wellness model offers patients personalized primary care services for a flat monthly fee of $80 for an adult and $20 per child with at least one participating adult. Patients receive unlimited visits, same day appointments, sports physicals, Department of Transportation physicals and referrals to specialists if needed. The business also offers telehealth appointments. In addition, Wellness Pointe provides discounted cash rates on laboratory testing, medications, procedures and radiology imaging. Learn more at https://wellnesspointedirectcare.com/.

In focus: Wellness Point celebrates launch of direct primary care, medical massage services

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