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The view looks south along gravel Northwest Otis Lane toward the home where police are investigating a mass killing in unincorporated Washington County near Forest Grove on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026.
Five victims identified in Oregon mass killing
Officials have released the identities of the five people killed at a rural property near Forest Grove on Saturday. The victims of the quintuple homicide are Mary Elizabeth Kimsey of Portland, … more
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Firefighters on the Claremont Fire in Boise, Idaho on July 6, 2026. Drought across the Northwest has exacerbated wildfire conditions in the region. (Photo by Brenen Helgerson/ National Interagency Fire Center)
Northwest late summer days marred by historic drought, exacerbating wildfires
The last weeks of summer find Oregon and much of the Northwest experiencing historic drought, exacerbating what has become one of the most active wildfire seasons in the state and region, according … more
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents search the passenger of a truck as they arrest both him and the driver during a February traffic stop in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. Minnesota faced a high rate of street arrests after Trump administration officials criticized the state’s sanctuary policies, but even states without such policies have seen street raids to round up immigrants. (Photo by Nicole Neri/Minnesota Reformer)
Sanctuary policies are keeping prisoners in local jails away from ICE
As more states seek ways to limit immigration enforcement, a Stateline analysis shows one tactic has had an effect: making it more difficult for local law enforcement to hand over people they are … more
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Legislators, family members and friends join lawmakers on the House floor to celebrate the last day of the legislative session on Thursday, March 12, in Olympia.
Here are the contenders to replace outgoing lawmakers in Washington’s Legislature
With roughly 20 state lawmakers vacating seats in the Washington Legislature, many new faces will soon arrive in Olympia. Some outgoing legislators are retiring, others are seeking different … more
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Victor Garcia, a hunter, fisherman and retired teacher who was appointed to the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission in April 2025, has died . (Photo courtesy of Department of Fish and Wildlife)
Washington’s newest Fish and Wildlife commissioner dies
Victor Garcia, an educator, hunter and fisherman appointed to the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission last year, has died.   The Department of Fish and Wildlife announced his death … more
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One of the rooms where ballots are stored and sorted at the Thurston County Ballot Processing Center in Tumwater on Thursday, Oct. 30.
U.S. Supreme Court lifts pause on Trump mail-ballot order
With just over two months until the November midterms, the U.S. Supreme Court gave way Monday for President Donald Trump to have a hand in regulating mail-in ballots nationwide, a voting method he … more
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The area of the High Lava Fire in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
Crews increase containment of Sage Creek, Backbone fires in Lewis County
Fire crews on opposite ends of Lewis County worked to further contain the Sage Creek Fire and the Backbone Fire over the weekend. The Sage Creek Fire, first reported on Aug. 20, is located in a … more
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CJ Cuttonaro stands while driving a tractor on Sunday, Aug. 23, in Ethel during the fourth annual Olsen Field Progress Days festival.
Tractors, vintage engines and a ‘zonkey’ at Progress Days in Ethel
While Formula 1, NTT IndyCar and NASCAR all held races over the weekend, a much slower form of motorsports was being held in Ethel — tractor pulls — during the fourth annual Olsen Field Progress … more
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The Hub City Car Show banner hangs over attendees in Centralia on Saturday, Aug. 22. “A huge thank you to all who came to the Hub City Car Show,” the Centralia Downtown Festival Association wrote following the annual event. “A special thank you to Lewis County Quarter Milers for bringing this car show to Historic Downtown Centralia for over 20 years. Its a beloved tradition that we are so honored to keep bringing to Tower Ave. Save the date August 28th, Hub City Car Show 2027.”
In Focus: Crowds flock to downtown Centralia for Hub City Car Show
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Sirens: Sirens: Onalaska man pleads to attempted sexual abuse of a minor; man sentenced for robbery; drug deal leads to arrests
LEWIS COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT The following list is not comprehensive. Superior Court records can be accessed at the Lewis County Clerk’s Office in Chehalis. Sentencings • Marty Lee … more
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One injured, two cited following five-car collision in Chehalis
An 81-year-old Lacey woman was hospitalized Sunday following a five-car collision on Interstate 5 in Chehalis, according to the Washington State Patrol (WSP). Two drivers, Daniel Perez, 35, of … more
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Overnight I-5 lane reductions through Aug. 28 in South Thurston County
Interstate 5 travelers should plan extra time for overnight trips between Maytown and Grand Mound in Thurston County, according to the Washington state Department of Transportation (WSDOT). From … more
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This Lewis County Historical Museum photo shows early Oakville, circa 1890s, at the corner of Pine and State streets. The Hotel Glover in the foreground was operated by Thomas G. Glover (1852-1935) and his wife Elizabeth M. (Swain) Glover (1855-1939) who came to Oakville about 1889. At left is Oakville State Bank. Across the street is the building previously known as Miller’s Store. The building on the left was the old post office. In the back is the Oakville Grange Hall.
Julie McDonald: Oakville bank robberies and stories of lore
When I read a tidbit about a robbery at Oakville State Bank in 1938 with bandits escaping on horseback, I thought I’d dig into the story to find out more. But the more I searched, the less I … more
New Mossyrock School District interim Superintendent Dr. Effie Dean speaks to Mossyrock City Council attendees after introducing herself on Wednesday, Aug. 19, with Mossyrock School Board President Mitch Townsend standing behind her inside the Mossyrock Community Center.
New Mossyrock School Superintendent Dr. Effie Dean introduced during city council meeting
Attendees of the Mossyrock City Council meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 19, got to meet Dr. Effie Dean, the new Mossyrock School District interim superintendent, as she was introduced by Mossyrock School … more
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Bodycam footage released by Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders shows a Thurston County deputy walking toward two suspects lying on their stomachs on the ground outside a home, as five additional law enforcement officers approach from another angle.
Centralia assault leads to multiple police chases before suspects’ capture; victim was knocked ‘unconscious’
Police arrested two Centralia men Saturday after they allegedly fled from officers twice following a reported assault that left a victim unconscious. The suspects were found hiding in Rochester. … more
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Washington debuts ‘head-turner’ of a license plate, featuring the state’s iconic volcano
One of the Pacific Northwest’s most famous volcanoes is getting the spotlight in a new Washington state license plate that promises to be a “head-turner.” The Washington state Department … more
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Attendees walk through the garlic gate set up at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds during the Washington State Garlic Fest in Centralia on Saturday, Aug. 22.
In Focus: Garlic Fest brings crowds, pungent aroma to fairgrounds
Joel Cummins is interviewed to be appointed to the vacant Port of Centralia District 1 commissioner position during the Centralia Port Commission meeting on Friday, Aug. 21.
Cummins to replace Markstrom on Port of Centralia Commission
Joel Cummins will represent the west side of Centralia on the Port of Centralia Commission effective immediately. Centralia Port Commissioners Ally Pickard and Peter Lahmann interviewed and … more
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Lewis County AAUW to host an “An Evening with Authors” Sept. 11
Popular northwest authors Kristina McMorris, Shawn Inmon and Rosanne Parry will join local residents on Sept. 11 for “An Evening with Authors” hosted by Lewis County American Association of … more
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Members of the Rainier Antique Tractor Club ride in the Rainier Round-Up Days parade on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026.
In Focus: Scenes from the Rainier Round-Up Days parade
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