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Stephanie Eschenwald took first place in the adult category for this shot of a snail making its way across a fallen leaf titled, “Snail Travel.”"
Seminary Hill Photography Contest Winners Announced
The winners of the Friends of the Seminary Hill Natural Area annual photography contest were announced on Dec. 9 in a news release. Among the adult contestants, Stephanie Eschenwald won first place … more
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The townsfolk gather around Lady Pinkleton, played by Savannah Bryant, as they perform the number “The Prince is Giving a Ball” during a dress rehearsal of Cinderella on stage at W.F. West High School on Tuesday.
W.F. West Opens Traditional, if Not Well-Known, Adaptation of ‘Cinderella’
Those who only know Disney’s version of the Cinderella story will likely be a little confused when watching W.F. West High School’s take on the French fairy tale. “This is the … more
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Thelma Hasting and Anton Erp took a honeymoon trip to Mount Rainier in the early 1920s where they took a guided hike of the mountain. Anton is pictured third from the left and Thelma is sixth from the left. The marriage lasted but the engagement ring was lost on the honeymoon. The last Thelma recalled seeing it was when she removed it to wash her hands. The couple is pictured in front of Paradise Lodge. The Erps lived near Littel for many years (Adna area) where Anton farmed and Thelma was very involved in 4-H. The couple had two daughters — Marge Erp Reeves and Bernice, who died at seven years of age. This photo and information originally submitted by Doris Bier for Our Hometowns.
A Look Back in Time: Lewis County Legislators Meet With Farm Leaders Ahead of 1953 Session to Address Noxious Weeds, Other Issues
A group of nearly 30 leaders of agricultural organizations met with the four state legislators from Lewis County on the night of Tuesday, Dec. 9, 1952. The four legislators were State Sen. Dale … more
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Asia Norman and Lisa Sills smile for a photo at the Mad Hatter Play Cafe in Centralia on Thursday.
Local Mother Hopes to Keep Growing Mad Hatter Play Cafe in Centralia
Having opened initially over the last summer, the Mad Hatter Play Cafe in Centralia, owned by Lisa Sills, has seen initial success and growth. Sills hopes to continue both. The cafe is a blend … more
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The cast of W.F. West High School’s production of Cinderella poses for a photo on stage at the school’s theater in Chehalis on Tuesday. A full story on W.F. West High School’s winter musical will be published in the Saturday, Dec. 10, edition of The Chronicle. 
W.F. West’s Production of ‘Cinderella’ Opens Friday
W.F. West High School’s production of Rodger and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” opens at the school’s theater Friday night with a 7:30 p.m. show, and two more performances … more
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Chair lifts are seen through snow-covered evergreen trees at White Pass Ski Area on the line between Lewis and Yakima counties on Tuesday afternoon.
What's New in Washington Snow Country: White Pass Ski Area Updates, Parking, La Niña, Backcountry and More
On the meteorological slot machine of winter weather, the Pacific Northwest has hit the jackpot. Our third consecutive La Niña winter is here and it's time to cash in. Every downhill ski … more
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One lone skier stands atop a challenging run at White Pass Ski Area on Tuesday.
In Focus: Scenes From the White Pass Ski Area
Here are some scenes from the White Pass Ski Area on Tuesday from Chronicle reporter Isabel Vander Stoep.  The ski area opened for the season last week.  For more information, visit … more
Members of the Jensen and Johnson families gather for a photo in front of the Christmas tree in downtown Tenino Friday night. It was the 35th annual Tenino Christmas Tree Lighting in the Stone City. The event was brought to the community by the Tenino Area Chamber of Commerce.
In Focus: 35th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Tenino
Authors Brian Mittge and Kery Serl sign copies of the newly printed second edition of their biography, George Washington of Centralia, before they drop them off at local book stores.
‘George Washington of Centralia’ Gets a Second Edition With More Details on the City’s Founder
Looking for a gift perfect for the history enthusiast in your life? Local biographers Kerry Serl and Brian Mittge have released the second edition of “George Washington of Centralia,” the … more
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The Elf on a Shelf will be in Centralia on Saturday, Dec. 10, “spreading mischief and good cheer,” according to a statement released by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce. 
Chamber’s Elf on a Shelf Scheduled to Visit Downtown Centralia Ahead of Tractor Parade
The Elf on a Shelf will be in Centralia on Saturday, Dec. 10, “spreading mischief and good cheer,” according to a statement released by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of … more
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Emmie Miller, Alex Morgan, Asher Miller and Luke Morgan pose for a photo with Santa at McFiler’s Chehalis Theater in downtown Chehalis on Saturday.
In Focus: Santa Stops by McFiler’s Chehalis Theater
Riverside Fire Authority Chief Michael Kytta serves as the grand marshal of the Santa Parade in downtown Chehalis on Saturday.
In Focus: 72nd Annual Santa Parade Rolls Through Chehalis
Six-year-old Finley-Jean Filer smiles after lighting the City of Chehalis’ Christmas tree outside of the Lewis County Historical Museum on Saturday.
In Focus: Crowd Turns Out for Tree Lighting at Historical Museum in Chehalis
Emery, Harper, Mason, Sophie and Ford pose for a photo with Santa Claus at the annual Breakfast with Santa event, held at the Moose Family Center in Centralia on Saturday.
In Focus: Breakfast With Santa at the Moose Family Center in Centralia
Crowds line North Tower Avenue and snow machines fill the air as floats illuminated with Christmas lights make their way through downtown Centralia during the Lighted Tractor Parade in 2021.
Community Calendar: Lighted Tractor Parade; White Christmas at Evergreen Playhouse; Centralia Holiday Farmers Market
To add upcoming events to the Community Calendar, email reporter Matthew Zylstra at matthew@chronline.com.   White Christmas Dec. 9, 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 4, 10, 11 and 18 … more
Brianna Jones, Capri O'Neill, Stacy Jones, Eva Reynolds, Erin Jennings and Hannah Feaster rehearse a complicated group dance move for the Arabian Corps portion of "The Nutcracker” ballet.
Southwest Washington Dance Center Celebrates 25 Years of Nutcracker
For dancers and supporters of Southwest Washington Dance Center, the loss of their beloved “Nutcracker” in 2020 to COVID-19 restrictions was an especially hard blow. It wasn’t … more
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Reporter Isabel Vander Stoep smiles while carrying a spruce through snow after chopping down a tree with a permit from the U.S. Forest Service on Thursday off Forest Road 1284.
‘Spruce’ Up The Holidays With a Gifford Pinchot National Forest Christmas Tree
The Cascade Mountains form a kingdom and the trees below are subjects. Nobility lives high up in a castle.  To get to the palace, one must cross rivers and forests. There he rests on sheets … more
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Elvin O. Blair opened Blair’s One-Stop Service at the northeast corner of Pearl and Locust streets. Blair started as an employee in that same location in 1926, working for Al Filson. The station was reported to have been one of the largest ones between Tacoma and Portland. Blair leased the One-Stop station to Ed S. Mayes after enlisting in the U.S. Army Ordnance Corps. He spent three months training at Camp Sutton in North Carolina before leaving for overseas duty in North Africa. He sold the business shortly after returning from the war. Originally submitted by Prudence Blair for Our Hometowns.
A Look Back in Time: Chehalis Holds Municipal Elections for Mayor and City Commissioner in December of 1932
Chehalis was scheduled to hold its 1932 municipal elections on Monday, Dec. 5, The Chronicle reported on Saturday, Dec. 3, 1932.  “More than usual interest attaches this year to the … more
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Members of the Winlock Dance Center make their way through downtown Chehalis during the Santa Parade in December 2021.
Community Calendar: Santa Parade and Holiday Events Galore
To add upcoming events to the Community Calendar, email reporter Matthew Zylstra at matthew@chronline.com.   The Shed Christmas Market Dec. 3 at The Shed, 516 Spooner Road, … more
Shawna Boettner smiles for a photo alongside Sarah and Kyle Askin Tuesday morning on opening day at Mint City Coffee Roasting in Chehalis.
Mint City Coffee Roasting Opens in Downtown Chehalis
Mint City Coffee Roasting opened in downtown Chehalis on Tuesday as it welcomed customers for the first time since the owners began work renovating their over 100-years-old building more than three … more
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