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Kevin McNugget Brownie Burt was killed by a hit and run driver on Yelm Highway Thursday night., Oct. 9.

Driver kills dog, injures owner in Thurston County hit-and-run

Thurston County deputies are investigating a hit-and-run collision that injured a pedestrian and killed a dog Thursday night. The incident occurred at a crosswalk near the intersection of Yelm … more

Martín Bilbao / The Olympian (TNS) | 10/11/25

Homecoming Queen Jasmine Shepherd and King Rafael Lamas Vera stand together after winning during a homecoming game against Oakville-North River at Winlock High School on Friday, Oct. 10.

In Focus: Homecoming in Winlock

10/11/25

A bust of George Washington lies tipped over on the third floor of the Washington state Capitol building in Olympia, after a vandal broke in and caused damage on Sunday night. (Photo courtesy of Department of Enterprise Services)

Man accused of vandalizing Washington state Capitol undergoes mental health evaluation

A Washington man suspected of breaking into and vandalizing the state Capitol is undergoing a mental health evaluation, an attorney confirmed Friday. Authorities initially arrested Gunnar … more

By Emily Fitzgerald and Jake Goldstein-Street / The Washington State Standard | 10/10/25

Chehalis City Council Position 2 At-Large candidate Jack-Allen Snodgrass speaks during a debate hosted by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce at O’Blarney’s in Centralia on Thursday, Oct. 9.

Round Two: Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce hosts yearly political debate

The Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce brought local political candidates together for a round of debates for the second day in a row Thursday. The chamber debate opened its doors on the … more

By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com | 10/10/25

Attendees watch as Centralia City Council District 2 candidates Ray Chapman-Wilson and Leah Sisemore answer questions during a debate hosted by The Chronicle in the TransAlta Commons at Centralia College on Wednesday, Oct. 8.

Local candidates square off in second annual debate hosted by The Chronicle

Editor's note: Look for articles on each race in next week’s editions of The Chronicle. The series begins with the Port of Centralia Commission race, which you can read about at … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/10/25

Incumbent Port of Centralia District 2 Commissioner Julie Shaffley and challenger Ally Pickard look at each other during a debate hosted by The Chronicle in the TransAlta Commons at Centralia College on Wednesday, Oct. 8.

Port of Centralia candidates trade jabs over taxes, cartoons and more

Editor’s note: Each debate held Wednesday night at Centralia College will be featured in an article in The Chronicle over the next week. See more coverage at chronline.com. Guests at … more

By Dylan Reubenking / dylanr@chronline.com | 10/10/25

State Patrol’s ‘One More Stop’ emphasis patrol: 5,300 motorist contacts in 73 hours

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) and the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) supported a multistate emphasis patrol in honor of fallen Trooper Christopher Gadd beginning on Friday, Sept. 26, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/10/25

Jennifer McBride, content marketing editor at Rootstock, holds the phone as Maynard Mallonee introduces himself to viewers during a National Farmers Day livestream presentation with Organic Valley at Mallonee Farms in Curtis on Thursday, Oct. 9. The Chronicle traveled to the Mallonee farm in Curtis on Thursday morning for the National Farmers Day event. “Their farm uses many innovative practices (robotic milkers, apps to keep an eye on cow health and much more),” organizers wrote. “They are also leaders in sustainability initiatives — the Mallonee farm boasts the largest concentration of Kincaid’s lupine in Washington and represents the northernmost range of the flower.” The farm hosted two livestream sessions to highlight the operation on Thursday. The livestream included six farmers from coast to coast.

In Focus: Celebrating National Farmers Day at Mallonee Farms in Curtis

10/10/25

Sirens: Woman arrested for removing clothing in public; car parts lead to arrest of hit-and-run driver; firearm, jewelry and money stolen

CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Arrests • Holly G. Smith, 18, Centralia, was allegedly found to have perpetrated the malicious mischief that was previously under investigation in the 900 … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/10/25

Mariners fan and Longview native Jameson Turner celebrates after catching Cal Raleigh's 61st home run of the year during Tuesday's game in Detroit. Underneath, Turner was ready with an updated t-shirt.

Brian Mittge: ‘Dump 61 Here’ guy is a hero for our time

The immortal moments of sport usually happen on the field of play, but sometimes mere mortals on the sidelines or in the stands are elevated to the heights of legend. It happens when a feat of … more

Commentary by Brian Mittge / For The Chronicle | 10/10/25

Beatbox Donuts owner Steve Hubbard hands an order of “Chocolate Rocks” mini-donuts to a customer at Beatbox Donuts’ new storefront in downtown Centralia on Thursday, Oct. 9.

Beatbox Donuts finds new home in downtown Centralia

After opening over the summer with a food truck setup at the Pearl Street Market parking lot in north Centralia, Beatbox Donuts has now found a new brick-and-mortar home in downtown Centralia — … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 10/10/25

Members of the Lewis County Breast Cancer Support Group begin the Lewis County Breast Cancer Poker Run/Walk at the Lewis County Law and Justice Center in Chehalis on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025.

Lewis County hauls in donations for breast cancer support group

Lewis County and its sheriff’s office hosted the second annual Breast Cancer Awareness Poker Run/Walk Tuesday to raise money for the Lewis County Breast Cancer Support group. The event, … more

By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com | 10/10/25

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez visits the Rainier Senior Center in May.

Gluesenkamp Perez says she has recovered more than $10 million for constituents, solved 2,800 cases

U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, issued a news release this week saying she has crossed the $10 million mark for funds recovered for residents owed to them by federal agencies and has … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/10/25

New bays under construction for Lewis County Fire Protection District 5 on Mill Road in Napavine on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025.

Construction of new fire station vehicle bay is well underway in Napavine

Construction is making steady progress in Napavine as crews put the roof on Lewis County Fire District 5's new apparatus bay earlier this week. The fire district that calls Napavine home broke … more

By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com | 10/10/25

Haywire road crosses Ripple Creek at mile post 2.55. The concrete structure is considered a barrier to fish passage and is set to be replaced by Lewis County Public Works using state grant funds.

State Recreation and Conservation Office sends more than $2 million in grant funds to Southwest Washington

The Washington State Salmon Recovery Funding Board and the Puget Sound Partnership have announced more than $60 million in grant funding for over 150 restorative salmon habitat projects across the … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/10/25

Shari Watt talks to Red Cross employee Brianna Buchanan while donating blood at an American Red Cross blood drive in the Lewis County Courthouse in Chehalis on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024.

Red Cross announces upcoming blood drives to offset seasonal drop in donor turnout

In a recent news release, the American Red Cross asked donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets to support patients. In October, donation appointments can often drop quickly when … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/10/25

Chehalis-Centralia Railroad Pumpkin Trains ready for the Halloween season

The Pumpkin Trains depart the Chehalis-Centralia Railroad and Museum depot on Saturday and Sunday Oct. 18 and 19 at 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.. Children and adults alike are encouraged to … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/10/25

Papa Bear’s West Family Restaurant and Bar is pictured off of U.S. Highway 12 near Exit 68 on Thursday, Sept. 18.

Local business roundup: Papa Bear’s West closes permanently; Mrs. Beesley’s Burgers up for sale

Originally opened in 2022 at the former location of Spiffy’s Restaurant and Bakery just off of Interstate 5 Exit 68, Papa Bear’s West Family Restaurant and Bar is now permanently closed … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 10/10/25

The Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund’s new office in Oakville.

Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund announces new location in Oakville, expanded services for Native community

The Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund (CTLF) has announced the expansion of its community-supporting services and its new larger location in Oakville. The nonprofit will officially open at the new location … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/10/25

Maynard Mallonee poses for a photo with last year’s winning Bigleaf Maple leaf.

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez announces 2025 Bigleaf Maple Big Leaf Showcase

U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, has announced her third annual Bigleaf Maple Big Leaf Showcase to encourage residents of Washington’s Third Congressional District to seek out the … more

By The Chronicle staff | 10/10/25