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From left, Dave Watson, Derek Jensen, Dave Schroden, Tyson Johnson, Ron Dorothy, Dan Boes and Joel Johnson pose for a photo Monday in Chehalis.

Chehalis-Based Volunteer Group Brings Hope to Wildfire-Stricken Eastern Washington Community

Restoration Hope Northwest (RHN) recently announced its intention to go to Okanogan County to assist in the construction of new homes for those who lost theirs in the Cold Springs Canyon Wildfire … more

By Matthew Zylstra / matthew@chronline.com | 4/13/22

Jan Nontell, owner of the Rectangle Gallery, embraces Haddie Althauser as she sells a work of art Friday in Centralia.

Young Artists Showcased in Rectangle Gallery Gala in Centralia

As they gathered on Friday to hum over the complexities of fine art, guests in their evening wear at the Rectangle Gallery in downtown Centralia sipped from their glasses, not of champagne, but juice … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 4/11/22

From The Chronicle 1959 archives: “STAR GAZERS views Venus, Saturn, the moon and other heavenly bodies this week from the Chehalis city library lawn. The free show was arranged by Oscar Smaalders, city librarian, center, in cooperation with three Twin City amateur astronomers. Dick Mitchell, left, Gena Hughes, right, and Roger Cavens, not shown, built the telescopes. The telescopes were set up for the public Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. - Chronicle Staff Photo.”

A Look Back in Time: Morton Pool Hall Sees Night of Dread, ‘Excitement’ in 1932

A headline for an article in the April 9, 1932 edition of The Chronicle read: “Morton Boasting of Good Place to Find Excitement.” Yet the headline didn’t specify what kind of … more

Compiled by Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 4/8/22

Tenino City Historian Richard Edwards points to items on display in one room of the museum in the Stone City. Edwards will present on his book, "How Tenino got its Name," at an event on April 13.

Community Calendar: Ladies Luncheon; Fireside History Talk; Easter Events

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance April 9, 10 and 13 at the Mossyrock Grange Hall, 152 Isbell Road, Mossyrock Free tax preparation for seniors and folks in the low income category. Bring income … more

4/8/22

Prairie Points Quilt Guild Celebrates 20 Years

The Prairie Points Quilt Guild in Rainier celebrated its 20th anniversary back in January. The program has served Rainier and surrounding communities by providing quilts to those in need … more

By Jacob Dimond / For The Chronicle | 4/8/22

Jose Villegas smiles and holds up a box ready to be served at Pizza Mia in Tenino.

Tenino Welcomes New Restaurant Pizza Mia to the Stone City

Tenino added one more restaurant to its bounty on Monday, thanks to Miriam Garcia and husband Jose Villegas, who opened up Pizza Mia. On Monday, Garcia and Villegas held a grand opening and … more

By Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 4/6/22

Mel Moore of Chehalis waits to hear the next bingo number at a game in this file photo.

Community Calendar: Grange Bingo; Ladies Luncheon; Riverside Fire Authority Meeting

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance April 8, 9, 10 and 13 at the Mossyrock Grange Hall, 152 Isbell Road, Mossyrock Free tax preparation for seniors and folks in the low income category. Bring … more

4/6/22

The Lion's Den Campground at Mineral Lake is pictured in this file photo.

Community Calendar: Mineral Lake Lions Den Campground Open House; Grange Bingo; Ladies Luncheon

Southwest Washington Mycological Society Meeting April 5 at the WSU Extension Office on Cascade and Main in Chehalis; 6 to 7:30 p.m. Celebrate the club’s 10th birthday by bringing … more

4/4/22

Nicole Loffelmacher as Goldie Guy, left, and Jennifer Penfold as Arianne Barde, right, look on as Michael LeClair performs on stage at The Juice Box as Marlin the Magnificent Magician.

Twin Cities Rotary Murder Mystery Raises Thousands for Centralia College Scholarships

A murder was committed in downtown Centralia on Sunday, but all for a good cause. The Twin Cities Rotary Club held a murder mystery dinner, where attendees watched performers play the role of … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 4/4/22

From the news clipping: “BATHING BEAUTIES of 1920 pictured as they invaded Pacific beaches are Mildred Parmonter; Flora Barner, Mildred Miller and Viola Miller. The girls model wool jersey bathing suits considered vogue for that year. - Chronicle Staff Photo.”

A Look Back in Time: Centralians Fail a Second WWII Air Raid Drill

As Centralia residents underwent the most extensive air raid drill yet to be attempted by the city during World War II, they were left with a big lemon of a performance. The drill ended in a … more

Compiled by Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 4/1/22

Cynthia Mudge smiles while talking about recent positions she has held prior to being the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber Director on Thursday in Chehalis.

Chamber Director Hopes to Champion Local Businesses Through Meaningful Partnerships

Cynthia Mudge wants to be an accessible champion for Twin Cities businesses as they recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, using her skills in creating partnerships to increase economic prosperity in … more

By Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 4/1/22

Model trains race around a track set up at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds in Centralia during a previous Lewis County Model Railroad Club Train Show and Swap Meet.

Community Calendar: Stream Team Tree Planting; Train Show and Swap Meet; Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Lewis County Stream Team Tree Planting on Mill Creek April 2 at 266 Jefferies Road, Chehalis; 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All are invited to join the Lewis County Stream Team for tree planting along … more

4/1/22

Medical Director Dr. Jennifer Polley smiles while talking about the new banner on display outside the Northwest Pediatric Center in Centralia.

Northwest Pediatrics Co-Founder Dr. Jennifer Polley to Retire After 30 Years

As she enters the examination room with her patient and the door closes behind her, Dr. Jennifer Polley steps into a space she considers sacred. Thirty years ago, Polley was a founding member of … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 3/31/22

Zane Verley poses with one of his favorites in his collection, a vintage “Masters of the Universe” castle playset. This playset can be purchased at Walmart, but Verley has his hands on an original that was produced in the 1980s.

Toy-Collecting Bartender From Centralia Writes Book of Weird Dreams and Introspective Poems

Centralia resident Zane Verley, 43, has overcome decades of drug use to give voice to his dreams and pave the way to his future, when once he thought that future seemed like it would only be the … more

By Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 3/30/22

A sign reads,“Welcome to Packwood” along Highway 12.

Packwood Mountain Festival Returning After Two-Year COVID Hiatus

The Packwood Mountain Festival will be returning this April for the first time since the beginning of the COVID pandemic. The festival will be held on Friday, April 29, and Saturday, April 30, and … more

By The Chronicle staff | 3/30/22

Auto O’Neil tries to stay on a bull fresh out of the gate at a Lazy HK Bar Rodeo Winter Series event Saturday in Silver Creek.

Reporter’s Notebook: At My First Rodeo, the Bulls Won

Though it’s slightly embarrassing to admit, my trip to the Lazy HK Bar Ranch in Silver Creek Saturday was my first rodeo — literally. The arena in East Lewis County has been putting on … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 3/28/22

Toledo High School Second Trimester Honor Roll

Following are members of the Toledo High School second trimester honor roll. Students are listed in alphabetical order. 12th Grade Principal’s List: 3.75 to 4.0 Macy … more

By The Chronicle staff | 3/28/22

Dave Smith smiles while telling stories of bikes that have been sold and brought back to the Hub City Bike Shop in Centralia.

Hub City Bike Shop Offers Freedom of Transportation to Those in Need

When Chehalis resident Dave Smith, 61, was a kid, riding a bicycle felt a lot like freedom. Now he spends his retirement working at the Hub City Bike Shop in downtown Centralia to help extend … more

By Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 3/28/22

Solomon Geis of Glenoma spins with a ribbon during the all-abilities teen and adult class at Southwest Washington Dance Center while classmate Kayla Davis of Ethel and teachers Rachel and Lizzy March look on.

Special Education Teachers Fill Need for Inclusive Class at Southwest Washington Dance Center in Chehalis

At the Southwest Washington Dance Center all-abilities dance class, everyone is a dancer. And sometimes they’re even more. On Monday nights, the youngest dancers will be cats, cows, … more

By Carrina Stanton / For The Chronicle | 3/25/22

From the August 1959 Chronicle archives: “THE FIRST EXCHANGE teacher to arrive in the Chehalis school district is Miss Sathi Kumaran of Calcutta, India. Dressed in her native costume, Miss Kumaran is shown here with Cascade school principal L. E. Scroup. She will teach third grade at Cascade during the 1959-60 school year. - Chronicle Staff Photo.”

A Look Back in Time: Centralia Hailed as ‘Well Prepared’ for a Potential World War II Attack

Centralia Defense Coordinator Lloyd B. Dysart touted Centralia’s defensive preparedness in case of a Japanese attack on the city during a March 1942 Kiwanis Club meeting. World War II was in … more

Compiled by Daniel Warn / dan@chronline.com | 3/25/22