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This photo of the Milky Way over Mount St. Helens was captured recently at Johnston Ridge by Castle Rock photographer Jeran Keogh.

Photo: Milky Way Glows Over Mount St. Helens

6/25/21

A sign has been placed at the location where Tenino Young-at-Heart Theatre hopes to eventually build a performing arts center in downtown Tenino.

With Land Purchased, Tenino Theatre Nonprofit Pursues Building Performing Arts Center Downtown

A Tenino-based theatre nonprofit announced this week plans to pursue building a community arts center and theater after acquiring land in downtown Tenino. Bob McKenzieSullivan, managing director … more

By Eric Rosane / ericr@chronline.com | 6/23/21

Children scramble for candy at the Pe Ell Independence Day Parade in this 2018 Chronicle file photo.

There Are Lots of Options for Fourth of July Fun in Lewis County Area

The pandemic meant that people were largely encouraged to celebrate last year’s Fourth of July within the safety of their own social circles. This year, with an end to some social … more

By The Chronicle staff | 6/23/21

Members of the Adaline Coffman Guild pose for a photograph at a past gala.

Adaline Coffman Guild Celebrates Eight Decades of Good

The members of the Adaline Coffman Guild for Seattle Children’s Hospital had big plans to celebrate their 80th birthday last year. “Then the world blew up,” said member Kaci … more

By Carrina Stanton / For The Chronicle | 6/18/21

Veterans Memorial Museum Director Chip Duncan mingles with visitors during a showing of “Two-Lane Blacktop” in Chehalis in late May.

‘Gone in 60 Seconds’ Cult Classic to Play at Veterans Memorial Museum, Thanks to Producer

When it was released in 1974, the independent film “Gone in 60 Seconds” was a hit, grossing $40 million. The action film, which includes a 40-minute car chase scene, was made in the days … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / The Chronicle | 6/18/21

Tour de Blast participants pedal up the Hoffstadt Creek bridge in June 2018. After a year off due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Tour de Blast returns Saturday.

Tour de Blast Resumes for 29th Year Saturday as Bicyclists Again Climb Toward Mount St. Helens

By Hayley Day The Daily News TOUTLE — Each summer from 1994 to 2008, Marvin Cooper pedaled up thousands of feet in elevation through the Mount St. Helens blast zone. For 14 years, … more

6/16/21

Museum Director Chip Duncan talks about events held through the pandemic at the Veterans Memorial Museum in Chehalis.

Filling the Void: Amid Pandemic, Veterans Memorial Museum Asks ‘What Can We Do?’

Since its start in 1997, the Veterans Memorial Museum, which now stands at 100 SW Veterans Way in Chehalis, has aimed for something higher than the retelling of American wars. Museum Executive … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / The Chronicle | 6/14/21

A woman dressed as a clown smiles as she walks down the sidewalk during the annual Funtime Parade in 2018.

Return of the Fun: Napavine Plans One-Day Funtime Festival

As organizers of community festivals throughout Southwest Washington began announcing this spring they would be bringing back their events in 2021, Jerry Owens of the Napavine Funtime Festival held … more

By Carrina Stanton / For The Chronicle | 6/14/21

Tenino City Historian Richard Edwards smiles while talking about items inside the Tenino Depot Museum on Tuesday.

Historian Who Finds Joy Uncovering Tenino's Secrets Identifies First Known Photo of Stone City

Magic can rarely exist in the face of investigation. To many, the city of Tenino is filled with mystique and enchantment. The town’s swimming pool is an old sandstone quarry. The source of … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / For The Chronicle | 6/11/21

From left, the Rochester Swede Day Grand Marshal Barbara Munsell and Royalty Court Amerika Jones, Hannah Rodeheaver and Brisa Ramirez. Their coronation will commence at 6 p.m. on June 18.

Time-Honored Rochester Festival ‘Swede Day’ Returns

Rochester’s Swede Day is back this year for its 41st anniversary. The festival, organized by the Grand Mound Rochester Citizens Group, is an important cultural tradition for Rochester. First … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / The Chronicle | 6/11/21

Families wave as the Egg Day parade rolls through downtown Winlock in 2019. The festival was canceled in 2020.

Winlock Prepares to Celebrate 100th Anniversary of Egg Days; Late Historian Roy Richards to Be Honored

On Aug. 13, 1921, the residents of Winlock celebrated the completion of a road between Winlock and Cowlitz Corner. And because of Winlock’s thriving poultry and egg industry, they called the … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 6/11/21 | 1 comment

Bummy and Herb Yantis Celebrate 74 Years of Marriage

Bummy and Herb Yantis will be celebrating their 74th wedding anniversary on June 27. The couple was married in 1947 at the Presbyterian church in Toledo, where the couple is … more

Submitted to The Chronicle | 6/10/21

Anne Stedham, president of the Friendly Neighbors Garden Club, and Chip Duncan, the Veterans Memorial Museum executive director, pose for a photo outside the Veterans Memorial Museum in Chehalis.

Veterans Museum to Gain New Memorial Thanks to Friendly Neighbors Garden Club

A Blue Star Memorial, given to the Veterans Memorial Museum by the local Friendly Neighbors Garden Club, will be dedicated at 1:30 p.m. on June 12 on the lawn across from the museum in … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / The Chronicle | 6/9/21

The owners of Adna Grocery held their first farmers market in Adna on Saturday. “Well Adna’s first Farmers Market turned out really well despite a little rain and wind,” Jim Smith wrote on Facebook. “Big thanks to coordinator Julie Zielke. What a great job. We will be getting together to discuss any changes that may be made if any.” Jim and Cindy Smith, who recently opened a new burger bar, are now planning for the Adna Car Show. It will take place July 16 and 17 at 100 Robin Road in Adna. All proceeds after expenses go to the Adna Scholarship Fund. The event will feature live music, vendors and more. Learn more by following Adna Grocery on Facebook.

Photos: Adna Grocery Owners Host First Farmers Market

6/7/21

Bill Goodwin poses for a photo with a copy of his new book, “Henry the Happy Hay Bale.”

Mossyrock Man Turns Story He Wrote for Granddaughter 15 Years Ago Into Book

For Bill Goodwin, life is a great journey, and his writing just serves to record those adventures. Goodwin, of Mossyrock, published his first book this year. The children’s book, titled … more

By Carrina Stanton / For The Chronicle | 6/4/21

Robert Zozaya and Rainy Karnes, owners of Raven's Wind Farm in Toledo, have been growing mushrooms for 12 years and said the COVID-19 pandemic was a blessing in disguise for them since it forced them to stay home and focus on growing their business..

Raven's Wind Farm: Toledo Couple Grows Mushrooms for Culinary, Health Benefits

Rainy Karnes and Robert Zozaya have been perfecting their mushroom growing techniques together for the last 12 years. But the inspiration for the co-owners of Raven’s Wind Farm to begin … more

By Carrina Stanton / For The Chronicle | 6/4/21

Maddy Casper smiles and poses for a photo in front of the clock tower at Centralia College last week.

At 15, Local Girl Graduating From Centralia College With High Honors

Maddy Casper’s education has never been traditional. On June 12, at age 15, she will finish her associate of arts degree from Centralia College with “high honors,” a title … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / The Chronicle | 6/2/21 | 1 comment

Lewis County Fire District 6 Chief Ken Cardinale draws a diagram on a whiteboard while talking about how firefighters respond to calls on Thursday.

Fire District 6 Chief Says Creating Defensible Space Around Home Can Help Protect Property

As the weather warms up and wildfire risk increases statewide, homeowners are encouraged to do a quick survey of their property and take some simple steps to help protect their homes from wildfire. … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 5/31/21

Mount St. Helens is pictured in this photograph taken by Castle Rock resident Jeran Keogh earlier this year.

Southwest Washington Resident Captures Beauty of the Northwest

Washingtonians are never far from striking scenery, but to take excellent photographs still requires a specific set of skills, as Jeran Keogh of Castle Rock would attest to. Keogh graduated from … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / The Chronicle | 5/28/21

Chronicle reporter Claudia Yaw walks along fallen trees last week at the Trail of Two Forests.

The Trail of Two Forests a Hidden Treasure South of Mount St. Helens

The Trail of Two Forests Interpretive Site offers a short jaunt for those returning from the recently reopened-Ape Cave on the south side of Mount St. Helens. There, a boardwalk trail elevates … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/26/21