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Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez answers questions from members of the press following a town hall meeting at the TransAlta Commons in Centralia on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.
Gluesenkamp Perez Breaks With Dems to Oppose Student Debt Forgiveness
Congressional Republicans on Thursday passed a joint resolution to try to block President Joe Biden’s student debt relief program. Just two of Congress’ Democrats sided with the Republicans, including Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, who represents Southwest Washington’s 3rd Congressional District. more
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Caution tape surrounds a scene at Visiting Nurses in Centralia after a vehicle crashed through windows, destroying shelves full of items at the location Thursday morning.
Visiting Nurses Centralia Thrift Store to Reopen May 31 Following Repairs 
After damage from a car crash forced the Visiting Nurses thrift shop in Centralia to close last week, Visiting Nurses announced Tuesday the building would be safe to reopen on Wednesday, May … more
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FILE PHOTO — Confetti and silly string flies through the air over graduates as they turn their tassels in Centralia in June 2022.
Lewis and South Thurston County High School Graduation Dates and Times
The Chronicle has compiled a list of this year’s graduations at area high schools. Information provided here has been forwarded from each specific school district. Please contact the schools … more
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Dog tags with the names of fallen service members can be seen hanging from the Tree of Life display at the Veterans Memorial Museum on Monday.
Veterans Memorial Museum Holds Tree of Life Ceremony on Memorial Day
The Veterans Memorial Museum in Chehalis held a ceremony on Memorial Day honoring veterans whose dog tags hang from the Tree of Life display in the museum.  The tree’s branches are … more
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TransAlta's Centralia plant as seen from the air in October 2019.
Lewis County Bets on Clean Energy as Coal Economy Fades
CENTRALIA — The dense, white cloud of steam coming out of a dark green building here has been a constant part of the landscape for more than half a century. Now, the Lewis County town of about … more
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West Thurston Union Firefighters shared these photos of the Saturday night blaze on Facebook.
Unattended Campfire Suspected as Cause of Mima Mounds Area Fire
West Thurston Fire Authority firefighters responded to a blaze in the Mima Mounds area on Saturday night.   The fire appears to have been caused by an unattended campfire, according to … more
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Courtesy Photos Beverly King provided these photos of herself and her 31-year-old son Leo King.
Thurston County Woman Celebrates Retirement, Last Child’s Graduation by Hiking Pacific Crest Trail
When Beverly King retired on Dec. 20, 2022, she knew she had at least one goal for her retirement, and that was to hike the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), which stretches from the Mexican border to the … more
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Raphael and Dustin, aka “Prince Phillip,” fist bump after a sparring match on Saturday, May 27 during the Centralia Fantasy Festival at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds in Chehalis. It was the first time the event was held at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds. “This festival is about inclusivity and diversity in our communities,” organizers wrote. “We have chosen a fantasy festival as a way to demonstrate how many wonderful people are unique and beautiful. We have so much in common with everyone around us.” Learn more and prepare for future events online at https://www.centraliafantasyfestival.com/. See more photos from the event at chronline.com.
In Focus: Centralia Fantasy Festival Brings Fanciful Fun to Fairgrounds
The Centralia Fantasy Festival was held over the weekend at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds in Chehalis.   It was the first time the event was held there. “This festival is about … more
Sirens: Man Arrested for Spitting on Someone; Eluding Police; Criminal Impersonation; Disorderly Subjects
CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT   Theft   • An electric bicycle that was mounted on a car’s bike rack was reported stolen from the 100 block of North Iron Street just after … more
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Trainers Josh Holliday and Joel Buffum receive a standing ovation from the crowd at Zaepfel Stadium at Eisenhower High School in Yakima Friday after providing life-saving treatment for Napavine’s Maddie Dickinson.
Updated: Napavine Athletic Director Provides Update After Sprinter Suffers Medical Emergency at State Meet
The Napavine High School athletic department confirmed to The Chronicle on Sunday that sprinter Maddie Dickinson, who collapsed at the 1B/2B/1A state track and field championships in Yakima last … more
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Saddle Bum Western Store opened for business earlier this month at 318 N. Tower Ave. in Centralia. A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony will be hosted by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce at noon on June 7. “We’ll have snacks, a boot giveaway and discounts that day,” said owner Jeannie Gluck, pictured at left. Situated at the corner of Tower and Maple, Saddle Bum is located in the lobby of the former historic Wilson Hotel.
Grand Opening for Saddle Bum in Centralia Set for June 7
A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held for downtown Centralia’s newest business at noon on June 7, according to the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce.   Saddle … more
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Michaela Voeller is taking over the State Farm Insurance office in Chehalis.
Michaela Voeller Takes Over State Farm Insurance Office in Chehalis
Michaela Voeller is taking over the State Farm Insurance office in Chehalis.   The office will be located at 883 S. Market Blvd. where Gene Sanders was located. According to a news … more
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Rochester's Erica Schuon competed at the 2A state track meet and received a medal for her performance in the 100-meter ambulatory race.
In Focus: Rochester Girl Captures Hardware at 2A State Track Meet
Rochester's Erica Schuon competed at the 2A state track meet and received a medal for her performance in the 100-meter ambulatory race. "She participated in the 100-meter ambulatory race and placed … more
This customized, bullet-nosed 1949 Studebaker, or "Studiac" given the car's Pontiac frame, sports its suicide doors at Saturday's "Car-nival" held at the Veterans Memorial Museum in Chehalis.
Classics and Customs Turn Out at Lewis County Cruisers’ ‘Car-nival’ at Veterans Memorial Museum
With summer just around the corner, it’s officially car show season in Lewis County.   On Saturday, 124 classic car enthusiasts and custom fabricators turned out with everything from … more
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Attendees stand and salute during Monday's Memorial Day ceremony at Claquato Cemetery in Chehalis.
Claquato Cemetery’s Memorial Day Ceremony Honors the Fallen, Veterans Living With Pain From Loss
With flags marking the tombstones of U.S. service members at Claquato Cemetery in Chehalis, more than 100 people showed up to honor fallen service members at the cemetery’s Memorial Day service … more
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A unique estate near Tenino with one-of-a-kind features has sold after a huge price reduction and four years on the market. The buyer is a 1980s actor turned energy drink mogul.
‘Karate Kid’ Actor Turned Energy Drink Maker Buys Tenino Estate of Heiress After Substantial Price Reduction
A unique estate near Tenino with one-of-a-kind features has sold after a huge price reduction and four years on the market. The buyer is a 1980s actor turned energy drink mogul.   Scott … more
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Emma Bailey, 22, of Moscow, Idaho, and Demetrius R. Robinson, 36, of Tacoma, appear in Lewis County Superior Court last March.
Two People Allegedly Connected to March Overdose Death in Centralia Released Days Before Scheduled Trial
After about two months in jail and five days before they were to face trial on charges related to the overdose death of a 22-year-old Centralia man, two suspects were released from Lewis County Jail … more
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From left, current Centralia College employees and W.F. West graduates Passion Luna, Maya Ramirez, Jacob Moeckel and Asher Blair pose for a photo. In their roles with the college, they serve as de-facto counselors and advisors, helping students with studies and time management — or just lending an ear to those who need it.
‘It’s a K-14, K-16 Effort’: The Chehalis School District’s Unique Effort to Support Its Alumni After Graduation
Editor’s Note: This is the final installment in a series focused on the Chehalis School District and the success of its Student Achievement Initiative, which was launched in 2013. The full … more
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An ambulance leaves Zaepfel Stadium at Eisenhower High School Friday after Napavine sprinter Maddie Dickinson collapsed following a race on Friday in Yakima.
Napavine AD Provides Update After Sprinter Suffers Medical Emergency at State Meet
The Napavine High School athletic department confirmed to The Chronicle on Sunday that sprinter Maddie Dickinson, who collapsed at the 1B/2B/1A state track and field championships in Yakima last … more
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Centralia Historical Preservation Commission member Peter Lahmann and Bricklayers Local 1 Washington and Alaska union member Juan Tapia finish up restoration efforts on The Sentinel statue and the Freedom Walk War Memorial at George Washington Park on Thursday.
Freedom Walk and Sentinel Statue Restoration Complete; Twin Cities Memorial Day Ceremonies Set for Monday
Volunteers from the Bricklayers Local 1 Washington and Alaska union have finished restoration efforts on the The Sentinel statue and Freedom Walk War Memorial at George Washington Park in downtown … more
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