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A 30-year-old Mossyrock man faces felony charges after he allegedly admitted to stealing gasoline from White Pass Junior Senior High School in Randle.
Steven Ray Largent was charged with eight …
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By Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@chronline.com
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11/14/25
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“Hope roars” as an international organization with a location here in Centralia officially celebrates 135 years of service to the community.
When the group began serving the area, …
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By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com
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11/14/25
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CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT
Accidents
• A large box truck reportedly went off the roadway, struck three cars and pushed one of the vehicles into the front porch area of a house in the …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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• MILTON D. ELLIOTT, 86, Centralia, died Nov. 10 at Three Rivers Care Nursing Home. Service details are pending at this time. Arrangements are under the care of Newell-Hoerling’s Mortuary.
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11/14/25
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The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) has awarded funding to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office for a full-time, dedicated DUI enforcement deputy.
Thurston County is matching …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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Officials cry foul as Forest Practices Board makes final call on protecting trees near water streams
The Washington State Forest Practices Board took the final steps to approve a new rule this week that will remove large swaths of timber in Western Washington from production.
The Forest …
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By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com
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11/14/25
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If you’ve ever driven along U.S. Highway 12 between Rochester and Grand Mound early in the morning — windows cracked just enough to catch the sharp, familiar scent of a dairy farm nearby …
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Commentary by Victoria Stocking / Rochester
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11/14/25
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Chehalis Outfitters will host the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce’s annual Turkey Bowl as part of November’s Business After Hours (BAH) event from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20, …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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The Washington state Republican Party (WAGOP) has recently announced that Scott Presler, the founder of Early Vote Action, a grassroots movement to register Republicans, will travel to Washington …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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Washington’s state land management agencies have designated 12 Discover Pass free days for 2026, meaning visitors to Washington state parks and other public land will not require payment.
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History talks continue at the Schmidt House, with December’s talk scheduled for noon on Dec. 4.
The free hour-long talk will feature a discussion of the book “The Ravaged Forest: A …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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In light of recent events — including troubles around Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and pay for federal workers — the City of Centralia is holding a food drive …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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In this installment of A Look Back in Time, the Friday, Nov. 15, 1935, edition of The Chronicle featured a story about former Centralia Postmaster William Scales returning from a four-month …
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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11/14/25
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Experience Chehalis has announced the return of its annual “Letters to Santa” program, now in its fourth year.
Special Santa mailboxes are ready and waiting for children’s …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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Thurston County recently announced its 21st annual National Adoption Day Celebration will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, and invited the community to join the in-person event at the …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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Washington employers say business climate is getting worse
By The Chronicle staff
A new survey of Washington employers shows that recent tax increases are hitting more than three quarters …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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A Grays Harbor County resident has tested preliminarily positive for avian influenza, also known as bird flu, according to a news release from the Washington state Department of Health.
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11/14/25
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The Adna Grocery store recently announced it will be holding a “Lunch With Mr. & Mrs. Claus” event on Saturday, Dec. 6.
The day will begin at 1 p.m. with the helicopter arrival …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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Whether it's hunting, fishing, hiking, clamming, foraging or something else, The Chronicle is happy to share photos and details from local folks in the great outdoors. To be considered, just email …
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11/14/25
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Razor clam digging opportunities are set for Nov. 18-23 at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks beaches, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers confirmed on …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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