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Protesters hold up signs along North Pearl Street in Centralia during a "Communities Not Cages National Day of Action to Stop ICE Warehouse Detention” rally on Saturday, April 25. Rural Lewis County Indivisibles, Rooted in Lewis County, United Food and Commercial Workers and other groups gathered for the sign-waving rally as part of a national movement to raise awareness of the expansion of ICE detention centers in the country and denounce the development of “large-scale, makeshift detention warehouses,” according to organizers.

In Focus: Protesters in Centralia demonstrate against ICE detention centers

4/27/26

Linus calls back to his sister Lucy, who was back in her pen, as Isaiah Hasford gives him a bath during the Thurston County Youth Expo at the fairgrounds in Lacey on Saturday, April 25.

In Focus: Thurston County Youth Expo provides early chance to show livestock

The first ever Thurston County Youth Exposition and Jackpot at was held at the fairgrounds in Lacey on Saturday, April 25. The two-day expo was meant to serve as the agricultural equivalent of … more

4/27/26

Information from the Washington State University Master Recycler Composters of Lewis County sits on display during a “Repair & Sustainability Fair” at Centralia College in 2023.

WSU Earth Month events in Lewis County finish up in May

The WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers have organized “Connecting Neighbors,” a series of workshops, events and open houses in honor of Earth Month in conjunction with … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/27/26

Newly printed copies of "Memories from Family Albums of School District #206," also known as the "Red Book" due to its red cover, are displayed on a table inside the Mossyrock Community Center on Wednesday, April 1.

Online ‘Red Book’ sales now available on Mossyrock Area Historical Society website

History buffs in the area who missed out on the first chance to buy a new copy of the “Red Book” in-person at the Mossyrock Area Historical Society (MAHS) meeting at the beginning of the month … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/27/26

The Lewis County Transit sign is pictured outside the facility in Centralia on Thursday, April 10.

Lewis County Transit board to meet Tuesday

The next regular board meeting of the Lewis Public Transportation Benefit Area, which does business as Lewis County Transit, will be held at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 28. The meeting is open to … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/27/26

Sen. Drew MacEwen, R-Shelton, answers a question from the press following the State of the State address in Olympia on Tuesday, Jan. 13.

MacEwen calls for special session to confront ‘Made-in-Olympia’ energy crisis and demand ratepayer relief

Washington state Sen. Drew MacEwen, R-Shelton, last week issued a formal demand for an immediate special session of the Washington state Legislature to address the compounding effects of fuel prices, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/27/26

Thurston County Sheriff's Office deputies located a white pickup truck associated with a hit-and-run that injured a pedestrian and killed a family dog in a neighborhood near Dutterow Road in Thurston County on Saturday, April 25.

Two to face charges for hit-and-run that injured pedestrian, killed family dog in Thurston County

Two people are facing criminal charges for their involvement in a hit-and-run that killed a family dog and injured a pedestrian east of Lacey on Saturday. The male driver, whose name has not … more

By Thurston Chronicle staff | 4/27/26

Experience Chehalis hosted the event, with volunteers gathering at the Lewis County Historical Museum to clean up areas throughout Chehalis. Participants could choose from a variety of projects, including litter pick-up, beautification efforts and other hands-on ways to make a visible difference throughout Chehalis.

In Focus: Volunteers spruce up Chehalis for Earth Day

4/27/26

The Evergreen State College pool is pictured at the Costantino Recreation Center on Thursday, April 23.

Evergreen State College: Reopening pool remains on table following previous closure announcement

Plans: The pool at the Costantino Recreation Center is scheduled to close in June due to rising operational costs, necessary repairs By Emily Fitzgerald and Dylan Reubenking Thurston … more

4/27/26

A Longview Police Department patrol vehicle sits behind crime scene tape just before midnight on Saturday, April 11, at the scene of a shooting that left two dead during an event attended by around 200 people at the AWPPW Hall in the 700 block of 15th Avenue.

Court records allege insecurity fueled Cowlitz County double homicide; suspect pleads not guilty

A Kelso man accused of fatally shooting two men outside a Longview quinceañera allegedly told investigators that insecurity and perceived disrespect led him to leave the party, retrieve a gun from … more

By Cade Barker / For The Chronicle | 4/27/26

Bicyclist hospitalized after collision with Ocean Shores police vehicle

A bicyclist was hospitalized Friday after failing to yield to an Ocean Shores police vehicle, according to the Washington State Patrol (WSP). Danika R. Bills, 23, of Ocean Shores, was … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/27/26

IN FOCUS: Procession of the Species celebrates art and nature in downtown Olympia

The annual Procession of the Species once again brought hundreds of people to downtown Olympia to celebrate art, the enviornment and community. Coinciding with the city's Spring Art Walk, … more

By Thurston Chronicle staff | 4/26/26

The Luminary Procession makes its way through downtown Olympia on Friday, April 24.

IN FOCUS: Luminary Procession lights up downtown Olympia

The night before Olympia's annual Procession of the Species, a lighted version of the procession of the Earth day celebration flowed through the downtown core. Handmade luminary lanterns … more

By Thurston Chronicle staff | 4/26/26

Kaalub R. Kuhn, 32, Glenoma, makes a video appearance in Lewis County Superior Court on Friday, April 24.

Glenoma man charged after allegedly listing stolen generator on Facebook Marketplace

A Glenoma man faces felony charges after he allegedly tried to sell a stolen welder generator on Facebook Marketplace. Kaalub R. Kuhn, 32, made a preliminary appearance in Lewis County Superior … more

By Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@chronline.com | 4/25/26

Members of the Thurston County Realtors Association pose with the Tumwater City Council after a proclamation was made during the council's April 21 meeting designating April as Fair Housing Month.

Tumwater City Council roundup: Councilors approve exploratory well-drilling at Tumwater Valley Golf Club, letter of support for Opportunity Zone; Equity Commission members introduced

Contractors from the St. Paul, Oregon-based Schneider Equipment, Inc. construction company will soon begin work drilling wells for the city’s wellfield at theTumwater Valley Golf Club, after … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 4/24/26

Marcus L. Deal, 35, Centralia, makes a video appearance in Lewis County Superior Court on Friday, April 24.

Bail set at $75,000 for Centralia man accused of assaulting child

A Centralia man has been accused of assaulting and threatening a child under the age of 13, according to court documents. Marcus L. Deal, 35, is charged with one count each of felony … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/24/26

WDFW approves final coastal razor clam digs of the spring season

Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Friday confirmed that the final coastal razor clam digs of the season can proceed as planned at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, … more

4/24/26

Community members gather for a Timberland Regional Library Board of Trustees meeting at the Chehalis Timberland Library on Wednesday, April 22.

Since announcing $3.8 million deficit, TRL trustee alleges threats from public

The Timberland Regional Library (TRL) Board of Trustees on Wednesday held its first hybrid meeting since the five-county library district announced a $4.8 million budget deficit in January. In … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@thurstonchronicle.com | 4/24/26

Podcaster Brandi Kruse introduces high school students Frances Staudt, of Tumwater High School, and Ahnaleigh Wilson, of Eastmont High School, at a Let’s Go Washington rally supporting initiatives concerning parental rights and barring transgender athletes from participating in girls’ athletics at the Washington state Capitol on Tuesday, Feb. 3.

Let’s Go Washington releases statement on WIAA blocking amendment restricting trans athletes

This week, the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) Representative Assembly voted against two proposed amendments that would have established guidelines for girls’ athletic … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/24/26

Getting paid to fish: Northern pikeminnow sport-reward fishery begins May 1

The 2026 Northern Pikeminnow Sport-Reward Fishery will open May 1, offering anglers the chance to earn cash while helping protect vulnerable salmon and steelhead in the Columbia and Snake rivers. … more

By The Chronicle staff | 4/24/26