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Polar plungers run into the water during a polar plunge at Mayfield Lake on Saturday, Jan. 25.
In focus: Polar Plunge at Mayfield Lake supports Special Olympics
Polar plungers with the Lewis County Icicle Brigade tool part in the annual polar plunge at Mayfield Lake on Saturday, Jan. 25. The plunge raises money for Special Olympics Washington and … more
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The Birth of a Lake boardwalk trail is pictured at Coldwater Lake on Thursday, Jan. 23.
In focus: Scenes from the Birth of a Lake trail at Coldwater Lake
The Birth of a Lake boardwalk trail is pictured at Coldwater Lake on Thursday, Jan. 23.   “This short, accessible boardwalk trail explores the creation of Coldwater Lake,” the … more
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Veterans Memorial Museum Executive Director Chip Duncan, gray plaid jacket and orange shirt, looks at the proposed gate area for the museum's field along with the volunteers who showed up on Saturday, Jan. 25, to begin helping him repair damage done to the field by a trespasser doing donuts in a truck on Jan. 20. The man has since come forward, apologized and made a donation to the museum to cover the cost of repairs.
Volunteers show up to Veterans Memorial Museum to plan repairs to field
Following last week’s fiasco when on Monday, Jan. 20, an individual trespassed on Veterans Memorial Museum property and did donuts in his pickup truck, tearing up a grass field, about 10 … more
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Brian C. Campbell, 57, of Salem died in a head-on Kelso crash in November.
Family mourns Oregon man killed by wrong-way driver on Interstate 5 in Cowlitz County
Brian Campbell’s daughter is still grieving the loss of the man she called the glue that held the family together. "Now that he's not here, it's really hard," Alex Fay said. … more
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Firearms adorn the walls of The Man Cave Outfitters in Centralia.
Washington state Legislature considers new restrictions as gun shop owner worries about potential impact
OLYMPIA — Advocates for gun regulations pushed for a series of reforms this week, as lawmakers again consider stricter laws to own and maintain firearms in the state. This session, … more
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Sheriff’s office sting snares alleged scammer who tried to con Ashford woman
Instead of collecting $25,000 from an Ashford woman, an alleged scammer received a pair of shiny handcuffs. But the victim is still out $14,800. According to the Pierce County Sheriff’s … more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson smiles to his family during his inaugural address at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia on Wednesday, Jan. 15.
House Democrats close their chamber doors to Washington governor’s staff
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson is going to have a little more difficulty getting his staff inside the chamber of the state House of Representatives than his predecessors. That’s because on … more
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Brian Cook wrestles as "Evil Brian" against Drake Kwon in Portland.
From Toledo to turnbuckles: Lewis County’s Brian Cook to wrestle for NWA World Heavyweight Championship
When Brian Cook was a middle school student in Toledo, he already knew what he wanted to do when he grew up.  His dream wasn’t much different than a lot of children his age — he … more
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Jeremy Bray hands out samples during the Chehalis Outfitters holiday open house in Chehalis on Thursday, Dec. 5.
Learn the secrets of seed propagation with Lewis County Master Gardeners at Chehalis Outfitters
Chehalis Outfitters is partnering with the Lewis County Master Gardeners to host a class on propagating with seeds. The class will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Feb. 15 at Chehalis Outfitters, … more
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Want your property to stay undeveloped while reaping benefits of selling? Thurston County accepting applications to fund conservation projects
Thurston County announced this week that it is seeking qualified projects to apply for Conservation Futures funding for 2025. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m on Friday, Feb. 28. This … more
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Vandalism on the property of the Veterans Memorial Museum caused by a man in a truck is pictured from above on Friday, Jan. 24.
Veterans Memorial Museum vandal comes forward and pays for repairs
On Monday, Jan. 20, at around 3 p.m., an unknown individual trespassed onto the Veterans Memorial Museum’s property in Chehalis and caused several thousand dollars worth of damage to the lawn … more
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The Lewis County Public Utility District building is located at 321 Northwest Pacific Avenue in Chehalis.
Lewis County PUD commissioners add funding for low-income senior discount
Lewis County Public Utility District (PUD) commissioners on Tuesday approved the allocation of another $200,000 for its low-income senior pilot program, according to a news release from the PUD. … more
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Sirens: Stolen vehicle recovered at outlets; windows broken, door smashed in during burglary; man sends concerning text messages
CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Drug violation • A 52-year-old Onalaska man was arrested in the 800 block of Harrison Avenue just after 12:50 p.m. on Jan. 22 for possession of a controlled … more
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Graffiti and cement bricks are scrubbed and pressure washed below Glint Car Wash in Chehalis in March 2023.
Republican state lawmaker renews push to hold graffiti taggers, highway blockers accountable
Representative Andrew Barkis, R-Olympia, is again attempting to pass legislation that would crack down on rampant graffiti vandalism and illegal highway blockades in Washington. House Bill 1407 … more
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Death notices: Jan. 24, 2025
• MARTHA ‘JUDY’ HITCHCOCK, 87, Centralia, died Jan. 16. Service details are pending at this time. Arrangements are under the care of Newell-Hoerling’s Mortuary. • … more
Vandalism on the property of the Veterans Memorial Museum caused by a man in a truck is pictured from above on Friday, Jan. 24.
Brian Mittge: In the battles of life, boldly telling the truth
When I visit the Veterans Memorial Museum in Chehalis, I’m humbled and awed by the stories it tells. Artifacts and exhibits illustrate the sacrifice, strength and bravery shown by ordinary … more
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Haze and fog cover Mount St. Helens as seen from Silver Lake on Thursday, Jan. 23.
In focus: The sun rises on Mount St. Helens and Silver Lake
Chronicle photographer Ridley Hudson traveled to Silver Lake in Cowlitz County on Thursday to capture these photos of the local landscape, wildlife and folks enjoying the  clear skies at … more
Kylo Meyer receives a kindergarten bus ridership award at a Centralia School Board meeting on Thursday, Jan. 23.
Centralia School District celebrates kindergartners for outstanding behavior on the school bus
The Centralia School Board celebrated the return of the beloved Kinder Awards on Thursday after a years-long hiatus by celebrating 15 Centralia School District kindergartners who regularly exhibit … more
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Hali Morlin holds up the pair of Orbiez she won during the second annual Northwest Flying Saucer Film Fest for her short film No Oats!, which won both best animation and best first-time filmmaker on Friday, Sept. 13, at McFiler's Chehalis Theater.
Third annual Northwest Flying Saucer Film Fest returning to Chehalis, now accepting film submissions
Following the success of the first two film festivals that kicked off the Chehalis Flying Saucer Party the past two years, event organizers are now accepting submissions for the third annual … more
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Tenino area residents gather for a photo while protesting proposed sex offender housing outside the Washington State Capitol building in Olympia in 2023.
35th District lawmakers propose bills to reform the process for releasing sexually violent predators into less restrictive alternatives
After months of meeting with multiple stakeholders, 35th Legislative District state Reps. Dan Griffey and Travis Couture have filed legislation to reform Washington state’s sexually violent … more
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