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Three area nonprofits were announced as recipients of a record investment for creative youth development programs in Washington.
Mi Chiantla, The Bridge Music Project and UTOPIA Washington …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/1/26
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Another sign of Chick-fil-A’s imminent arrival came last month as Port of Centralia officials confirmed that the company had submitted building permits to the City of Centralia.
Port Executive …
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By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com
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7/1/26
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The Napavine Baptist Church has announced it will be holding a “Summer Awakening Revival” from July 26 to 29, featuring Bible preaching from evangelist Paul Schwanke and special music by The …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/1/26
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Discover! Children’s Museum has announced it will hold a half-price admission day July 15 thanks to support from the Good Health Nutrition Center in Centralia.
Tickets are $5 per person. …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/1/26
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7/1/26
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On July 5, 1841, the seamen and Marines of the Wilkes Expedition held the first Fourth of July celebration in the Puget Sound region.
The men were from two expedition ships anchored in the sound …
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By HistoryLink.org
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7/1/26
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On July 4, 1853, the first U.S. flag made in Washington Territory was raised near Cowlitz Landing.
Washington Territory had been created by U.S. President Millard Fillmore on March 2, 1853, and …
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By HistoryLink.org
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7/1/26
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This year, as Astoria celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Astoria Column, thousands of visitors will make the climb to the top of Coxcomb Hill.
They will circle the spiral monument that has …
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By Aislin Tweedy / Chinook Observer
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6/30/26
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The Chinook Indian Nation welcomed the return of salmon to the Columbia River this spring with its annual First Salmon ceremony, a tradition that has connected Chinook people to the river, their …
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By Aislin Tweedy / The Chinook Observer
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6/30/26
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The Chehalis School District has begun installing solar modules in the W.F. West High School parking lot to meet the state’s clean building energy standards.
The summer project broke ground …
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By Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@chronline.com
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6/29/26
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A ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, June 25, celebrated the opening of Sovereign, ilani Casino Resort's new signature steakhouse, replacing the former Michael Jordan's Steak House with a concept …
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By Cade Barker / For The Chronicle
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6/29/26
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As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its founding, one of Southwest Washington's most enduring landmarks offers a tangible connection to nearly two-thirds of the nation's history.
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By Cade Barker / For The Chronicle
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6/29/26
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Unions representing workers at five Pacific Northwest newspapers have ratified a new three-year contract with McClatchy Media, securing guaranteed raises and some of the strongest protections against …
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By Thurston Chronicle staff
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6/29/26
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Centralia Summerfest is returning this Fourth of July, and the Centralia Downtown Association is inviting the community to celebrate with a full day of free family fun, local traditions and community …
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By The Chronicle staff
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6/29/26
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The Olympia Tumwater Foundation has announced the launch of Evenings at the Falls, a new summer event series at Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls. Presented by Friends of the Falls, the series brings …
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By The Chronicle staff
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6/29/26
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Lewis County Young Professionals (LCYP) will launch a new nine-month leadership development program to kick off the summer of 2026.
On Friday, the local professional group announced the …
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By The Chronicle staff
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6/29/26
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The Jack State Invitational returns on July 4, bringing together players, families and tennis enthusiasts for a day that celebrates community and the lasting impact of longtime W.F. West coach Jack …
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By The Chronicle staff
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6/29/26
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