The nonprofit Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad (MRSR) nonprofit on Wednesday announced its plans to restore the iconic Porter No. 5 steam locomotive to its former glory.
Built by H.K. Porter …
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5/8/24
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While they may be first, Toledo Police Chief Duane Garvais Lawrence hopes his department isn’t the last.
“The blight of Missing and Murdered Indigenous women, men and children is a …
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5/8/24
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An endangered wolf born at the Wolf Haven International in Tenino has been released into the wild and produced a litter of pups, according to a news release from the sanctuary.
In October 2023, …
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By The Chronicle staff
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5/8/24
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A community recycle event will offer Lewis County residents an opportunity to recycle several materials and offer proper disposal for others on May 11 at the Lewis County Public Works Department Road …
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5/8/24
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Theaters often choose lighthearted shows for their end-of-season productions, but Centralia College chose a different route this year, ending its 2023-24 season with the rock musical “Next to …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com
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5/7/24
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Tony Karniss, a lifetime Lewis County man, was recognized for his volunteer work for Back Country Horsemen of Washington (BCHW) with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Onalaska Fire Hall on May 2.
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5/6/24
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The Vader May Day Parade and festival was held in Lewis County's southernmost town on Saturday.
These photos were captured by Chronicle photographer Ridley Hudson.
Vader May Day …
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5/6/24
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A missing or murdered Indigenous persons (MMIP) solidarity event was held at Toledo Middle School on Sunday, May 5. T
he Toledo Police Department unveiled a custom patch to recognize missing and …
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5/6/24
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The Spring Youth Fair was held at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds Friday through Sunday.
Area youths showed their animals and competed in a variety of contests.
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5/6/24
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As the spring season settles over the region, the farmers markets in both Centralia and Chehalis will again provide locally grown produce and other products.
Those who frequent the farmers …
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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5/6/24
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Dozens of people showed up in downtown Centralia and lined up to meet former Seattle Seahawks running back and three-time Pro Bowler Chris Warren on Sunday.
He made an appearance during the …
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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5/6/24
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The Spring Youth Fair continued at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds on Saturday.
The fair, which began on Friday, will continue on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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5/4/24
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In observance of Volcano Awareness Month, several scientists and preparedness experts will commemorate the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens during a May 18 event at the Science and Learning Center …
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By The Chronicle staff
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5/3/24
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The Japanese Festival will be held in Tenino from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 11.
The festival, hosted by the Tenino High School Japan program and Japanese Club, will be held at Tenino High School, …
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5/3/24
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The Centralia Rotary Club’s Flags program is expanding to Chehalis, the organization announced Thursday.
For an annual membership fee to join the Centralia Rotary Flags program, anyone …
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By The Chronicle staff
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5/3/24
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Looking for a new spot in downtown Centralia to grab a beer, wine or cider and take a break while shopping?
86’d on Tower, a new hole-in-the-wall bar sandwiched in between Saddle Bum …
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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5/3/24
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The Spring Youth Fair opened at 5 p.m. Friday, May 3, at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds following final preparations.
Chronicle photographer Kody Christen stopped by Friday morning as …
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Kody Christen / kody@chronline.com
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5/3/24
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The W.F. West High School Home and Garden Show in Chehalis began on Thursday, May 2, and extends through Saturday, May 4.
All of the items at the plant sale are grown or made by students in the …
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5/3/24
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After first opening 3 Dog Cider and Brewstillery in 2021 on a small remaining portion of his family’s old apple orchards in Silver Creek, Joshua Hail has successfully recultivated the land to …
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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5/3/24
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