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Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation Chairman Dustin Klatush and Department of Commerce Director Mike Fong sign the first memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the Tribe and Commerce at Talking Cedar distillery brewery in Rochester on Thursday, June 6.
‘Historic’ agreement establishes government-to-government relations between Department of Commerce, Chehalis Tribe
Praising the agreement as a step toward deeper cooperation, the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation and the Department of Commerce signed a “historic” agreement Thursday that … more
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U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran Ken Dobler plays Taps at the grave of his father — a Marine WWII veteran — on Thursday, June 6, the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Normandy invasion and also his father's birthday at the Claquato Cemetery in Chehalis.
Chehalis man marks D-Day by playing Taps at grave of father, a World War II veteran
As many around the world commemorated the 80th anniversary of the World War II D-Day allied invasion at Normandy, France, on Thursday, June 6, U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran Ken Dobler, of … more
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Kimbo, a 2-year-old German shepherd K9 for the Lewis County Sheriff's Office, barks during a demonstration at the Lewis County Law and Justice Center in Chehalis on Thursday, June 6.
Meet Kimbo: New Lewis County Sheriff’s Office K9 team hits the road
The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office’s new K9 team, Deputy Jared Kasinger and K9 Kimbo, are officially on duty. The duo is the first K9 team the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office has … more
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Former Lewis County Republicans Chair Brandon Svenson, who is also the mayor of Winlock, served as a reserve officer in Morton from August to December 2022 before leaving the position “for personal reasons,” according to previous Chronicle reporting. He's pictured here in Morton in 2022.
Pe Ell town marshal steps down after state commission indicates it will not certify him 
Due to discrepancies in his hiring paperwork and a failed psychological evaluation, the  Washington state Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) has indicated it cannot certify Brandon … more
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Robert "Bob" Dempster and his wife, Diane, pose next to the Seattle II, a Douglas World Cruiser reproduction aircraft the couple spent more than 15 years building along with other mechanics and historians.
‘Last Roar of the Mighty Liberty V-12’: Aviators preparing to celebrate first flight around the world Saturday in Chehalis
Nearly a century after the Douglas World Cruisers completed the first flight around the world on Sept. 28, 1924, local aviators are preparing to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the historic … more
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Emergency responders lead a procession for Rob Gordon, former Bucoda Mayor, through Tenino on Tuesday, June 4.
Bucoda Mayor and longtime firefighter Rob Gordon, 42, dies after battle with stomach cancer 
Nearly eight months after he announced his diagnosis of stage 4 stomach cancer last November, Bucoda Mayor Rob Gordon, 42, died in the afternoon on June 3, 2024.  Gordon was also the Bucoda … more
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The Tenino Quarry Pool pictured on Tuesday, June 4.
Tenino Quarry Pool renovations nearly finished as grand reopening approaches
One of Tenino’s top summertime attractions will return on Saturday, June 22, as the Quarry Pool will reopen after a several-year hiatus.  The improved Tenino Quarry Pool, 399 W. Park … more
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Lewis County Fire District 2 first responders and the Washington State Patrol act out a collision response during a mock crash, funeral, and trial at a distracted driving awareness event at Toledo High School on Friday, May 31.
Mock crash, trial, funeral highlight traffic safety week activities at Toledo High School
Toledo High School's “Two Hands On The Wheel” student group conducted a traffic safety week at the high school last week to promote safe driving habits.  Traffic safety events … more
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The former OYO Hotel is located at 702 Harrison Ave. in Centralia.
Investment group gets OK to convert some rooms in former Centralia hotels to permanent housing
An investment group has received the green light to redevelop former Centralia hotels into hybrids offering rooms for overnight stays and permanent residents. Sage Investment Group’s … more
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Rob Jenkins of Bee Wrangler Honey removes a piece of plywood exposing a beehive he was there to remove in a barn near Napavine on Saturday, June 1.
Something abuzz in a barn: Removing a beehive in Napavine with the Bee Wrangler
Though overcast and rainy skies put a damper on outdoor plans for some, the cooler weather made the morning of Saturday, June 1, the perfect day for Rob Jenkins of Bee Wrangler Honey to perform a … more
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A runner carries the torch during the Lewis County Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run on Friday, May 31. Organized by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, the Centralia Police Department, the Chehalis Police Department and Chehalis Tribal Law Enforcement, the Torch Run raises funds to support Lewis County Special Olympics. The funds help provide equipment, uniforms, transportation and facility rentals for the athletes. Lewis County Special Olympics offers year-round sports for athletes ages 8 and older, promoting inclusion and empowerment through sports. The Torch Run, symbolizing the “Flame of Hope,” raises awareness and funds for Special Olympics Washington athletes.
In focus: Torch Run courses through Lewis County in support of Special Olympics
The Lewis County Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run coursed through the county on  Friday, May 31. Organized by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, the Centralia Police … more
Paul J. Snarski, left, was shot and killed in May 2018. Two Dogs Salvatore Fasaga, right, was arrested and charged for the murder. He was found not guilty by a Lewis County Superior Court judge after a 10-day trial.
Human remains found in Onalaska are those of 2018 murder victim; suspect was found not guilty
Human remains found on a property in Onalaska earlier this month are those of a man murdered in 2018, according to identification released by the Lewis County Coroner’s Office on Friday … more
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Centralia Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston presents retiring city manager Rob Hill with a plaque and proclamation at a Centralia City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 28.
Retiring Centralia City Manager Rob Hill honored after nearly 14 years of service to the city
After initially being selected as city manager in September 2010, retiring Centralia City Manager Rob Hill was honored for his service to Centralia by the city council and those in attendance at its … more
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Centralia City Manager Rob Hill, right, shakes hands with Centralia Police Chief Stacy Denham after giving a farewell speech at a Centralia City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 28.
Centralia police chief honored by council as he departs for Chehalis city manager job
Following more than 30 years of law enforcement experience, including 12 years with the Chehalis Police Department and the past 18 in Centralia, retiring Centralia Police Chief Stacy Denham was … more
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Centralia Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston presents Juneteenth celebration organizer Jim McCully with a proclamation at a Centralia City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 28.
Centralia mayor makes Juneteenth proclamation; organizers preparing for celebration next month
On Tuesday, May 28, Centralia Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston delivered a proclamation during a city council meeting announcing the upcoming Juneteenth holiday on June 19, celebrating the end of slavery … more
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Kevin Mills pulls a honeycomb from a bee box at Hive 5 Bees in Rochester in this 2020 Chronicle file photo.
Rochester business owner accused of sexually assaulting a child under the age of 12
The owner of Hive 5 Bees and Pacific Northwest Honey Company in Rochester is facing one count of first-degree rape of a child in Thurston County Superior Court following a Thurston County … more
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The American flag flies at half mast during a Memorial Day ceremony at Claquato Cemetery in Chehalis on Monday, May 27.
In focus: Memorial Day marked at Claquato Cemetery
U.S. Army Honor Guard pallbearers carry Sergeant George Frank Bishop of Centralia to his final resting place at Claquato Cemetery in Chehalis on Thursday, May 23, after his remains were finally identified some 80 years after he died in a Japanese prisoner of war camp in the Philippines in 1942.
WWII soldier from Centralia laid to rest at last
On Thursday, May 23, U.S. Army Sergeant George Frank Bishop, of Centralia, was buried with full military honors nearly 82 years after he died while being held captive in an Imperial Japanese … more
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Tourists take photos of the Mount Rainier Bigfoot Howard in front of the Elbe Market Country Story on Wednesday, May 22, in Elbe.
Elbe Market Country Store’s giant new Bigfoot statue welcomes visitors to the 118-year-old building
While the small, unincorporated community of Elbe has only 53 current residents who call it home, the cozy mountain town now has a giant new greeter welcoming visitors passing through on their way to … more
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John Henricksen poses for a photo in Centralia before being announced as The Chronicle's Person of the Year in 2011.
‘A consensus builder’: Longtime community advocate John Henricksen dies at 79
Dr. John Henricksen, a longtime dentist, volunteer, community advocate, Rotarian, devout member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, W.F. West High School graduate and The … more
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