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Recalled potato chips sold in Washington and Oregon could cause ‘serious adverse health consequences’

The Food and Drug Administration has newly classified the December recall of some Lay’s Classic Potato Chips sold in Oregon and Washington with the designation reserved for the highest degree … more

Mims Copeland / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 1/30/25

Investigation underway after Oregon girl, 2, left unattended on cold school bus for hours

The assistant director of the child learning center called Cassandra Robinson out of the blue Monday afternoon. “I don’t know where to start,” the woman on the phone said. … more

Tatum Todd / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 1/30/25

State Rep. Jim Walsh walks with other tour attendees during the Chehalis Basin Strategy Legislative Site Tour at China Creek in Centralia on Friday, Sept. 27.

Rep. Jim Walsh aims to strengthen parents' rights after court upholds 2024 law

A local Washington Republican lawmaker is looking to capitalize on a Monday ruling in King County Superior Court upholding the last legislative session’s parental rights bil l. A newly … more

By Minka Atkinson / The Daily News | 1/30/25

Child care advocates rally on the state Capitol steps on Jan. 22, 2025. (Photo by Laurel Demkovich/Washington State Standard)

Washington state child care advocates push for higher pay and more support for providers

Tasha Fitzgerald didn’t want to leave her job as a child care provider. But after years of low pay and few benefits, Fitzgerald realized she would not be able to stay in the field and … more

By Laurel Demkovich / The Washington State Standard | 1/30/25

Washington state lawmakers consider overhaul of local elections with ranked choice voting option

On Tuesday afternoon, Washington state lawmakers heard from those for and against ranked choice voting during a public hearing on related legislation before the House Committee on State Government … more

By Brett Davis / The Center Square | 1/29/25

Washington state’s $45 million EV rebate program exhausted by high-income earners

Washington state’s $45 million Electric Vehicle Instant Rebate Program for buying or leasing electric vehicles fell far short of promises to deliver environmental results and help middle-income … more

By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square | 1/29/25

Shasti Conrad (left) and Democratic U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal of Washington (right) at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Aug. 19, 2024.

Democrats keep winning in Washington but there’s division over the reasons why

Shasti Conrad thinks the way Democrats went about winning Washington elections last year is a formula for success nationwide. Conrad, unanimously reelected leader of the state Democratic Party … more

By Jerry Cornfield / The Washington State Standard | 1/29/25

Some states have issued guidances for schools in connection with how to respond to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials. (ICE Office/TNS)

Federal ICE agents make arrest in Centralia

Federal U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested a homeless Centralia resident on Wednesday, Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston has confirmed. The arrest occurred in an alley … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com | 1/29/25

A hawk sits in a tree over the Willapa Hills Trail near Adna on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

In focus: Scenes from the Willapa Trail near Adna

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Local Republican lawmaker says state should eliminate hurdles for building kit homes

Nineteenth Legislative state Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, believes the state should eliminate hurdles to construction of kit homes that offer a solution to the state’s housing shortage. … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/29/25

Rochester student serves as page in Washington state House of Representatives

Kami Soria, a student at Rochester Middle School, served as a page for the Washington state House of Representatives the second week of the legislative session, Jan. 21-25. She was sponsored by … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/29/25

Sirens: Vehicle collides with building; homeless man stays in store's bathroom for hours; passenger arrested in DUI stop

CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Vehicle accidents • A non-injury, two-vehicle collision was reported in the 2400 block of Borst Avenue at approximately 10:35 a.m. on Jan. 27. • A … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/29/25

Death notices: Jan. 29, 2025

• MARIANNE WRIGHT, 81, Tenino, died Jan. 23 at her residence. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives of Washington. • WILLIE L. ENOX, 72, Ryderwood, died Jan. 20 at … more

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The Chehalis Fire Department responds to a fire under the Interstate 5 Exit 77 northbound bridge in Chehalis on Monday, Jan. 27. It was at least the second fire firefighters responded to at the bridge Monday. The area appears to be occupied by a transient camp.

In focus: Chehalis firefighters douse blaze under bridge

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Kindergarteners from James W. Lintott Elementary School practice yelling for help during a Safety City demonstration at Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers south of Chehalis on Monday, Jan. 27.

‘Safety City’ returns to Lewis County for 41st year

“Safety City,” a vibrant miniature city designed to teach young children safety basics, returned to Lewis County this week. The mini city opened to Lewis County elementary students, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/29/25

Gluesenkamp Perez introduces Fairness for the Trades Act

On Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, and Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-North Carolina, introduced the bipartisan Fairness for the Trades Act. The legislation will expand the … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/29/25

Community members pose for a photo after receiving recognition for their volunteer service from city councilor Max Vogt at Centralia City Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Chuck Kifer, middle, won the Volunteer of the Year award.

Chuck Kifer named 2024 Centralia Volunteer of the Year

Chuck Kifer has been named Centralia’s 2024 Volunteer of the Year. It was the highlight of the night after a packed house at Centralia City Hall’s city council chambers on Tuesday, … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 1/29/25

Chehalis City Hall is located at 350 N. Market Blvd.

Chehalis City Council considering utility rate increases

The Chehalis City Council tabled the first readings of three ordinances pertaining to proposed water, wastewater and stormwater utility rate increases through 2029 during the council’s regular … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 1/29/25

Chehalis Mayor Tony Ketchum talks about the late Mayor Pro Tem Daryl Lund during the first Chehalis City Council meeting following his death on Monday, Dec. 9.

Chehalis City Council to interview five candidates for position left open by death of Dary Lund

The Chehalis City Council will interview five candidates for a vacant city council position at 5 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 3. The five applicants are Troy Reardon, Jenny Zenkner, Michael Barton, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/29/25

Lewis County Auditor Larry Grove locks up the ballot box on Election Day at the Lewis County Courthouse in Chehalis on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Lewis County Auditor’s Office: Monday, Feb. 3, is the last day to make remote voter registration changes before special election

Monday, Feb. 3, is the last day voters can register or update their existing registration by mail, online or at a driver’s licensing location for the upcoming Feb. 11 special election, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/29/25