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Winlock native Julie Jacobo was sworn in as an officer with the Centralia Police Department during a January Centralia City Council meeting. She read the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics and her oath of office was administered by police Chief Stacy Denham. Shortly after, Jacobo’s badge was ceremonially pinned to her uniform by wife Kalyn Jacobo. Jacobo comes to the job with five years of law enforcement experience, mostly with Lewis County Sheriff’s Office and Lewis County corrections. She also has experience as a SWAT team member, Swiftwater Rescue Team member, Lewis County JNET detective and a general investigations detective. “In this case, it became very clear to me that Officer Jacobo has an impeccable reputation, she’s a hard worker, is accountable, ethical and a very determined individual,” Denham said, adding that it was an “extremely easy” decision to hire her. According to Denham, Jacobo enjoys spending time with her wife and two sons, hiking, working out, playing in the snow and swimming.

Man Accused of Seriously Injuring Officer During Arrest in Centralia

A Tacoma man is facing assault charges after he allegedly threw an officer to the ground, possibly giving her a concussion, while resisting arrest on vehicle and identity theft charges in Centralia … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 5/19/22

Alice Marie McKnight makes a video appearance in Lewis County Superior Court Thursday in Chehalis.

Toledo Woman Accused of Animal Cruelty Arrested and Released

A Toledo woman accused of animal cruelty was arrested on Wednesday and released on unsecured bail Thursday. Alice Marie McKnight, 75, was arrested on a $100,000 warrant on Wednesday and remained … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 5/19/22

Victor Hugo Ortiz Bucio, 27, sits next to his attorney Richard Woodrow, during his sentencing hearing on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Thurston County Superior Court judge Mary Sue Wilson sentenced Victor Hugo Ortiz Bucio to a total of 29 months in prison with 18 months of community custody.

Thurston County Judge Sentences Man for Assault, Car Chase That Led to K9 Arlo Shooting

A 27-year-old Thurston County man who led police on a car chase in 2021 that resulted in him and a popular K9 being shot has been sentenced to more than two years in prison. On Tuesday, … more

By Martín Bilbao / The Olympian | 5/19/22

Cristopher Allen Gaudreau, 28, of Centralia, appears via video in Lewis County Superior Court on Wednesday. His trial for the murder of 39-year-old Rikkey Outumuro has been delayed until December.

Centralia Murder Trial Delayed Again as Crime Lab Continues Processing Evidence

The trial for Cristopher Gaudreau, the Centralia man accused of killing his girlfriend, 39-year-old Rikkey Outumuro, has been delayed until the week of Dec. 12. A Lewis County Superior Court judge … more

Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 5/19/22

Arrest Warrant Issued for Winlock Man Accused of Stealing Fuel From Vans at Centralia College

A Lewis County Superior Court judge has issued a $25,000 warrant for the arrest of a Winlock man accused of stealing fuel out of two vans at Centralia College in March. The defendant, Lonnie … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/19/22

A scene of the devastated landscape after the May 18, 1980, eruption of Mount St. Helens. (The Oregonian)

Mount St. Helens Eruption: Oregonian Images From 1980 Capture Awesome Power, Deadly Destruction

Mount St. Helens blew up on May 18, 1980. “The initial explosion was heard more than 150 miles away,” The Oregonian wrote the next day, with the volcanic eruption flattening forests … more

Douglas Perry / Oregonlive.com (TNS) | 5/19/22

Thurston County Narcotics Task Force Arrests Man Accused of Dealing Fentanyl, Heroin and Meth

Deputies arrested a 39-year-old Thurston County man on Tuesday who is accused of dealing fentanyl and other illicit drugs. The Thurston County Narcotics Task Force arrested the man after executing … more

Martín Bilbao / The Olympian | 5/19/22

Sen. John Brain, R-Centralia, speaks on the Senate floor in this photograph provided by Senate Republicans.

Braun Calls For Gas Tax Suspension; Southwest Washington Colleagues Voice Agreement

On Monday, State Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, released a statement calling for a suspension of the 49.4 cent state gas tax, calling it the “one sure way to lower the cost of … more

By Matthew Zylstra / matthew@chronline.com | 5/18/22

Upcoming Lewis County Workshops Aimed at Possible Massive Quake

Beginning in June, the Lewis County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) will lead a discussion-based activity to address the recovery phase 96 hours after a hypothetical 9.0 earthquake hits the … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

Hens peck through dirt west of Chehalis on Tuesday night.

Thurston County Confirms Bird Flu in a Backyard Flock

Since its arrival in Washington state two weeks ago, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu, has now hit nine backyard flocks in seven counties, with Thurston County … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

Maps of Mickelsen Parkway hang on a wall inside the Winlock City Office last February.

Winlock Rescinds Application For Urban Growth Area Expansion

The City of Winlock has withdrawn its application to expand the city’s Urban Growth Area (UGA). The city had been considering expanding its UGA — a designation under the Growth … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

The winners in the male, female and two youth runner categories pose for a photo following the Run for Five, Recovery is Alive 5k in Chehalis on Monday.

‘Run For Five, Recovery Is Alive’ Race Celebrates Lewis County Drug Court Participants

Runners and walkers took to Stan Hedwall Park in Chehalis on Monday for an out-and-back 5K on Rice Road to recognize National Drug Court Month and celebrate the participants of Lewis County’s … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

Napavine to See $75,000 in Grant Money From Commerce to Address Housing Affordability

Washington’s supply and demand imbalance of housing of all kinds is playing out today in the affordable housing and homelessness crises in communities across the state. One study suggests the … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

The Ed Carlson Memorial Field - South Lewis County Airport

Southwest Washington Airports Receive $1.39 Million in FAA Grants

Five grants from the Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) totaling $1.39 million will help fund renovations for airports in Grays Harbor, Lewis and Clark counties, U.S. … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

Longtime Lewis County Superior Court Commissioner Tracy Mitchell Announces Retirement

After over 24 years on the bench in Lewis County Superior Court, Commissioner Tracy Mitchell will be retiring at the end of 2022, she announced last week. “On Dec. 31, 2022, I will be … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

Lewis County Public Health Director JP Anderson to Resign

After three years as the director of Lewis County Public Health & Social Services (LCPHSS), JP Anderson is leaving for a position as the CEO of CHOICE Regional Health Network in … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

Lewis County Commissioners Seek Volunteer for Public Facilities District Board

The Board of Lewis County Commissioners is looking for someone who would be willing to volunteer as the representative for District 1 on the Lewis County Public Facilities District (PFD) Board of … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

Attendees of a Hope Alliance "Walk A Mile In Their Shoes" event pose for a photo at Tiger Stadium in Centralia last April.

Hope Alliance Seeks Help Finding New Office Location in Twin Cities Area

Hope Alliance, a local nonprofit that advocates for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, is putting out a call for help finding a new office location in the Chehalis-Centralia area that … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22

Sirens: 'Mutual Combat' in Mossyrock; Rash of Retail Theft; Officer Assaulted; Jail Statistics

MORTON POLICE DEPARTMENT Morton Incidents • An officer was dispatched to the Bucksnort Pub just before 5:05 p.m. on May 6 regarding a possible drunk driver. After following the vehicle, … more

5/18/22

Walsh Gets Challenger, Commissioner Race Has Four Candidates and Three PUD Commissioner Candidates Line Up as Filing Week Continues

With just two more days for candidates to file for local, county and state elected positions, matchups began forming Tuesday and Wednesday as state Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, picked up a Democratic … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/18/22