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Treasurer Announces Changes to Lewis County Property Taxes Coming Due to State Law

The Lewis County Treasurer’s Office on Friday released a document that describes changes to property taxes as a result of state legislation that was passed in March. House Bill 1982 … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 9/23/22

Diane Achord talks about the impact she makes in the lives of families whose loved ones she works with as Funeral Director for eCare Mortuary Thursday afternoon in Centralia.

New eCare Mortuary Seeks to Offer Lewis County Residents Price Transparency, More Affordable Options

Losing a loved one is never easy. To help make the process of funeral planning more affordable and simple, eCare Mortuary founders Diane Achord and Emily Diser said they are focusing on providing … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 9/23/22

Crews from Heritage Restoration work to remove debris from a building along Northwest Pacific Avenue in Chehalis on Thursday after a truck crashed through the structure.

In Focus: Driver Cited for Hit-and-Run After Crashing Into Chehalis Building

A driver was cited for a hit-and-run in the 500 block of Northwest Pacific Avenue just after 11:20 p.m. on Sept. 21 after their vehicle struck a building. No injuries were reported. more

Photos by Jared Wenzelburger / jared@chronline.com | 9/23/22

Marmots on a rock look toward Mount Rainier on the Golden Gate Trail at Paradise on Wednesday afternoon.

Mountains and Marmots and Meadows: a Guide to Cascadian Critters at Paradise

Most of the year, Mount Rainier is a sleeping giant with a blanket of snow and a pillow of clouds. In ephemeral late summer, the mountain reminds us it’s teeming with life. Especially at … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 9/23/22

Mount Rainier scrapes the skies as the meadows of Paradise begin to turn to fall colors on Wednesday.

In Focus: Scenes From Paradise as Summer Comes to an End

9/23/22

FILE PHOTO — Hens peck through dirt west of Chehalis.

State Department of Agriculture Says Bird Flu Uptick Likely This Fall

As birds begin their fall migration, the Washington Department of Agriculture (WSDA) wants to warn poultry farmers of the increased risk in the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza, also … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/23/22

One candidate for the 2022 Oktoberfest Swiss Miss will be Grace Huber.

Lewis-Pacific Swiss Society to Host 53rd Annual Oktoberfest at Swiss Hall on Oct. 1

The Lewis-Pacific Swiss Society will celebrate its 53rd annual Oktoberfest at the Swiss Hall in Frances on Saturday, Oct. 1. Throughout the day, patrons will be able to compete in bowling, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/23/22

N.E. Greenleaf, a building contractor in the late 1920s and early 1930s, is said to have built many houses, businesses, Nugent Hospital, apartments and schools. In this photo his name appears on the site of the Logan School as it was being built.

A Look Back in Time: Lewis County Residents Support Richard Nixon Following His 1952 ‘Checkers Speech’

Lewis County was reported by The Chronicle as showing its support for Richard Nixon on Sept. 24, 1952. At the time, Nixon was a U.S. senator from California running with Dwight Eisenhower as the … more

Compiled by Matthew Zylstra / matthew@chronline.com | 9/23/22

Zilla Ayana Crowley, who previously identified as Michael A. Brower, 35, appears in court via video from Thurston County Jail in this file photo.

Thurston County Resident Sentenced to 23 Years for Murdering Wife in Presence of Children

A 35-year-old Yelm woman has been sentenced after being found guilty of murdering her wife in the presence of their children in 2020. Thurston County Superior Court Judge John Skinder sentenced … more

By Martín Bilbao / The Olympian | 9/23/22

A new boardwalk was constructed on the Kiser Trail at the Seminary Hill Natural area during a volunteer work party Sept. 17.

Volunteers Build Boardwalk on Seminary Hill to Protect the Kiser Trail During Rainy Season

By Emily Fitzgerald emily@chronline.com The leaves are changing in the Seminary Hill Natural Area, and with it the prospect of fall and winter rains that turn a section of Kiser Trail near the … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 9/23/22

Adam Turner, with the U.S. Forest Service, posts fire information in Packwood on Wednesday with a map of the Goat Rocks Fire.

Protection Efforts Nearly Complete With Goat Rocks Fire ½ Mile From Timberline

The Goat Rocks Fire northeast of Packwood has seen recent growth along Coal Creek. On Thursday morning, the blaze was reportedly one half mile away from the Upper Timberline neighborhood. … more

By Isabel Vander Stoep / isabel@chronline.com | 9/22/22

WSDOT crews inspect damage on the state Route 506 overpass to Interstate 5 after it was struck by northbound traffic on Thursday.

Northbound Lanes of I-5 Near Vader Reopen

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) reopened all northbound lanes of Interstate 5 at milepost 60 around 2:40 p.m. on Thursday. The lanes were closed earlier in the day after … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/22/22

Glen Morgan uses a microphone to address attendees of the Lincoln Day Dinner in Chehalis in this file photo.

Conservative Activist Glen Morgan Reportedly Experienced Repeated Burglaries Prior to Shooting Incident in Tenino

Prior to the shooting that occured on his property early Monday morning, local conservative activist Glen Morgan experienced multiple burglaries on his property, according to a news release from the … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/22/22

A logging truck struck the state Route 506 overpass on Interstate 5 on Thursday, leading to a closure of the northbound lanes.

Northbound Lanes of I-5 Near Vader, Toledo Closed After Truck Hits Overpass

The lanes of northbound Interstate 5 near the Vader and Toledo area are closed because a log truck struck the state Route 506 overpass at milepost 60. In a social media post, the Washington State … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/22/22

Director of Lewis County Public Health & Social Services Meja Handlen talks with residents ready to return home after evacuation orders were downgraded from the Goat Rocks Fire.

Lewis County Selects Meja Handlen as Director of Public Health and Social Services

After initially being hired to assist with providing services to local citizens with disabilities and those dealing with chemical dependency, Meja Handlen has worn several hats over the past eight … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/21/22

Smoke from the Goat Rocks Fire rises in heavy orange plumes above the trees near Coal Creek Drive east of Packwood Sept. 10.

Higher Temperatures, Low Humidity and Winds Continue Fueling Goat Rocks Fire Activity

The Goat Rocks fire near Packwood saw moderate fire activity occur on Tuesday as the area experienced an increase in temperatures combined with lower humidity and terrain driven winds. The fire … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/21/22

Virtual Hiring Event for Providence Swedish Scheduled for Sept. 28

Providence Swedish will host a virtual hiring event for “experienced therapists and technologists,” according to a news release from the health care provider. The virtual hiring … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/21/22

The sun rises Tuesday morning in this photograph captured from a hill west of Chehalis. Mount Rainier is pictured at left with wind turbines from the Skookumchuck Wind Project visible on the ridge

In Focus: Sunrise Casts Orange Glow Over Horizon Tuesday Morning

9/21/22

This photo of the original location of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Chehalis was provided by the church.

St. John’s Lutheran Church in Chehalis Celebrating 125th Anniversary

Originally founded and constructed in 1898, St. John’s Lutheran Church in Chehalis is preparing to celebrate its 125th anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 25. The morning service will feature a … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/21/22

Sirens: 'Man in All Camo Clothing' Makes Threats; Disorderly Conduct; Arson; Disorderly Conduct; Assault

CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Vehicle Accidents • A non-injury, two-vehicle collision was reported at the intersection of Centralia College Boulevard and South Silver Street just after 11 … more

9/21/22