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With contract negotiations nearing a critical deadline, hundreds of Washington state workers walked off the job for an hour Monday to highlight demands for wage hikes in their next two-year deal.
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By Jerry Cornfield and Aspen Ford / The Washington State Standard
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8/31/26
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The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office led a controlled buy last week that resulted in the arrest of a suspected narcotics dealer.
Timothy A. Perkins, 53, of Winlock, was booked into the …
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By Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@chronline.com
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8/31/26
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Editor’s note: With the 2026-27 school year fast approaching, The Chronicle is taking one final look back at the last athletic season and recognizing the area’s top student-athletes. A complete …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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New research has found that northern spotted owls are approaching or have already crossed functional extinction across large areas of the Pacific Northwest, despite decades of conservation efforts to …
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By Kyle Odegard / Capital Press
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8/31/26
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The Washington Trails Association (WTA) led a work party at Seminary Hill Natural Area in Centralia on Saturday, Aug. 29.
It was the second of three work parties at the natural area planned by …
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Photos by Otto Rabe / otto@chronline.com
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8/31/26
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As the new dedicated pickleball courts at Cooks Hill Courts in Centralia were celebrated with a grand opening on Saturday, Director Curtis Medved hopes the place will become a facility known for its …
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By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com
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8/31/26
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• LAURAL BOYD MADDOX, 84, Centralia, died Aug. 26 at home. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives of Washington.
• JAMES MILTON ERWIN, 82, Centralia, died Aug. 30 at home. …
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8/31/26
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CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT
Arrests
• Davian M. Herrera, 20, Centralia, was arrested and booked into the Lewis County Jail on possible charges of attempting to elude a police vehicle, …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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A dog stolen from outside a Rochester home on Saturday was mysteriously returned the next day, as the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) continues to investigate.
“About an hour after …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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Chehalis Naturopathic Medicine has announced the addition of Dr. Christopher Jones, ND, to the team of health professionals.
Jones will serve as the newest naturopathic doctor and primary care …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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Whether you’re an East Lewis County resident who is a seasoned skateboarder looking for a set of new bearings or wheels, or a beginner needing a fully built deck, Ripley’s Skate Shop in Morton is …
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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8/31/26
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The Centralia woman accused of pointing a short-barreled shotgun at a group of children playing soccer near her home in July will serve prison time.
Stacey R. Radcliff, 54, was sentenced on Aug. …
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By Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@chronline.com
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8/31/26
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After months of planning, Willapa Harbor Hospital held the first meeting of its newly established Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) on Aug. 24.
Creating the PFAC has involved hours of …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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Residents are invited to a free class, “Finding Your Patriot Ancestor,” from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Veterans Memorial Museum, 100 SW Veterans Way, Chehalis.
“Would …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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Thrive Toledo has announced it will be sponsoring an emergency preparedness presentation specific to earthquake preparedness for Toledo and surrounding areas, a news release from event organizers …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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Northbound Interstate 5 travelers should plan extra time for overnight and early morning trips between Lacey and DuPont in Thurston and Pierce counties, a news release from the Washington state …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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Washington State Poet Laureate Derek Sheffield will appear Sept. 11 at the Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Regional Library for “An Hour With the State Poet Laureate.”
The free event …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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An 80-year-old Vader man was hospitalized Sunday after his SUV was struck by a motorcycle in Skamokawa Valley, according to the Washington State Patrol (WSP).
According to a WSP press memo, …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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The U.S. Justice Department, together with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), last week announced a $50 million settlement with Walmart Inc. to resolve allegations that Walmart pharmacies …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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Whether your ride is a tad on the rusty side or polished and shiny, there’s a spot for it at the 11th annual Rust or Shine Car Show and Music Festival this weekend in Chehalis.
Scheduled for …
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By The Chronicle staff
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8/31/26
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