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The Winlock Egg Days parade rolls through town on Saturday, June 15.
In focus: Egg Days parade and activities draw crowds to Winlock
The Winlock Egg Days festival parade rolled through town on Saturday morning.  The Winlock Egg Days Festival, a tradition that dates back more than 100 years, included events Friday through … more
A man dressed as a viking waves to the crowd during the Swede Day Rochester Mid-Sommar Festival Parade on Saturday, June 15.
In focus: Swede Day festival sweeps through Rochester
The Swede Day Festival was held in Rochester on Saturday morning, with its parade, vendors and activities attracting large crowds. As always, Swede Hall was the center of operations, with the … more
The 2024 Noah Markstrom Award recipient Baylee Henderson, center, poses for a photo with her mom, Cassy Henderson, far left, teacher, Lindsay Bullock, left, and Kara and Kyle Markstrom on the Noah Markstrom Buddy Bench at Fords Prairie Elementary in Centralia on Friday, June 14.
Noah Markstrom’s legacy lives on: Centralia elementary school student honored with namesake award
Fords Prairie Elementary School’s gymnasium was filled with boisterous laughter, clapping and a rendition of “Rainbow Connection” on Friday, June 14, during an end-of-the-year … more
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Longtime community volunteers Del and Teresa Doll have been named the grand marshals of the upcoming Rochester Swede Day Festival. 
Del and Teresa Doll honored as grand marshals of Rochester’s Swede Day Festival 
Longtime community volunteers Del and Teresa Doll have been named the grand marshals of the upcoming Rochester Swede Day Festival.  Swede Day festivities kick off on Friday, June 14, with … more
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Robert "Bob" Dempster hugs his wife, Diane, on Saturday, June 8, after firing up the engine of the Seattle II for the final time at the Chehalis-Centralia Airport.
‘Last Roar of the Mighty Liberty V-12’: Seattle II’s engine fired up one final time in Chehalis
Though it took a few tries to get it started, Centralia aviator Robert “Bob” Dempster fired up the legendary Liberty V-12 engine that powers his hand-built reproduction Douglas World … more
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Graduates celebrate during the W.F. West High School graduation ceremony in Bearcat Stadium on Saturday, June 8.
In focus: W.F. West class of 2024 celebrated at graduation ceremony
The W.F. West class of 2024 celebrated the completion of high school during a ceremony at Bearcat Stadium in Chehalis on Saturday.  Chronicle photographer Ridley Hudson captured these … more
Centralia High School graduates spray Goofy Spray at Tiger Stadium to end the commencement ceremony on Friday, June 7.
In focus: Centralia High School class of 2024 rejoices at graduation
The Centralia High School class of 2024 erupted in cheers and silly string on Friday night as the Tigers' graduation ceremony came to an end.  Congratulations to all the graduates!  … more
U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran Ken Dobler plays Taps at the grave of his father — a Marine WWII veteran — on Thursday, June 6, the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Normandy invasion and also his father's birthday at the Claquato Cemetery in Chehalis.
Chehalis man marks D-Day by playing Taps at grave of father, a World War II veteran
As many around the world commemorated the 80th anniversary of the World War II D-Day allied invasion at Normandy, France, on Thursday, June 6, U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran Ken Dobler, of … more
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Robert "Bob" Dempster and his wife, Diane, pose next to the Seattle II, a Douglas World Cruiser reproduction aircraft the couple spent more than 15 years building along with other mechanics and historians.
‘Last Roar of the Mighty Liberty V-12’: Aviators preparing to celebrate first flight around the world Saturday in Chehalis
Nearly a century after the Douglas World Cruisers completed the first flight around the world on Sept. 28, 1924, local aviators are preparing to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the historic … more
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The Tenino Quarry Pool pictured on Tuesday, June 4.
Tenino Quarry Pool renovations nearly finished as grand reopening approaches
One of Tenino’s top summertime attractions will return on Saturday, June 22, as the Quarry Pool will reopen after a several-year hiatus.  The improved Tenino Quarry Pool, 399 W. Park … more
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Rob Jenkins of Bee Wrangler Honey removes a piece of plywood exposing a beehive he was there to remove in a barn near Napavine on Saturday, June 1.
Something abuzz in a barn: Removing a beehive in Napavine with the Bee Wrangler
Though overcast and rainy skies put a damper on outdoor plans for some, the cooler weather made the morning of Saturday, June 1, the perfect day for Rob Jenkins of Bee Wrangler Honey to perform a … more
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A runner carries the torch during the Lewis County Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run on Friday, May 31. Organized by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, the Centralia Police Department, the Chehalis Police Department and Chehalis Tribal Law Enforcement, the Torch Run raises funds to support Lewis County Special Olympics. The funds help provide equipment, uniforms, transportation and facility rentals for the athletes. Lewis County Special Olympics offers year-round sports for athletes ages 8 and older, promoting inclusion and empowerment through sports. The Torch Run, symbolizing the “Flame of Hope,” raises awareness and funds for Special Olympics Washington athletes.
In focus: Torch Run courses through Lewis County in support of Special Olympics
The Lewis County Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run coursed through the county on  Friday, May 31. Organized by the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, the Centralia Police … more
Centralia Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston presents Juneteenth celebration organizer Jim McCully with a proclamation at a Centralia City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 28.
Centralia mayor makes Juneteenth proclamation; organizers preparing for celebration next month
On Tuesday, May 28, Centralia Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston delivered a proclamation during a city council meeting announcing the upcoming Juneteenth holiday on June 19, celebrating the end of slavery … more
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The American flag flies at half mast during a Memorial Day ceremony at Claquato Cemetery in Chehalis on Monday, May 27.
In focus: Memorial Day marked at Claquato Cemetery
U.S. Army Honor Guard pallbearers carry Sergeant George Frank Bishop of Centralia to his final resting place at Claquato Cemetery in Chehalis on Thursday, May 23, after his remains were finally identified some 80 years after he died in a Japanese prisoner of war camp in the Philippines in 1942.
WWII soldier from Centralia laid to rest at last
On Thursday, May 23, U.S. Army Sergeant George Frank Bishop, of Centralia, was buried with full military honors nearly 82 years after he died while being held captive in an Imperial Japanese … more
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Tourists take photos of the Mount Rainier Bigfoot Howard in front of the Elbe Market Country Story on Wednesday, May 22, in Elbe.
Elbe Market Country Store’s giant new Bigfoot statue welcomes visitors to the 118-year-old building
While the small, unincorporated community of Elbe has only 53 current residents who call it home, the cozy mountain town now has a giant new greeter welcoming visitors passing through on their way to … more
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W.F. West students pose for a photo with “Bearcat” drinks at Lewis County Coffee Co. in Chehalis on Tuesday, May 21.
W.F. West students take over Lewis County Coffee Co. stand
W.F. High School students took to the Lewis County Coffee Co. stand on Jackson Highway to put their skills to the test and raise money for the Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) program … more
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Macklemore, center, stands with Green Hill School residents Ron, Diante, Justin, Blake, Connor and TJ during a visit to the Chehalis juvenile rehabilitation facility on Friday, March 8.
Music video produced by youth at Green Hill School wins national anti-fentanyl youth challenge
“Dark Road,” an anti-fentanyl campaign video produced and performed by a group of seven youth residing at Green Hill School in Chehalis, is officially the winner of the National Substance … more
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Cast members perform a dress rehearsal of “The Addams Family" at the Evergreen Playhouse in Centralia on Monday, May 20.
‘The Addams Family’: Evergreen Playhouse’s spring musical centers on family, fun and acceptance 
“The Addams Family” has surged in popularity in recent years, but if Evergreen Playhouse audiences are expecting a rehash of recent television adaptations of the Charles Addams cartoons, … more
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From left, Centralia Salvation Army volunteers and staff members Sasha Bostwick, Jill Wilber, Tacy Pendleton, Gin Pack, Brian Winger, Steven Pack, Jacob Pack, Jennifer Smith, Danita Madrano and Leslie Cadmanat pose for a photo at Harvesting Hope Farm at Salvation Army in Centralia on Friday, May 17.
Growing hope: Work begins at the Salvation Army’s community garden in Centralia
With summer right around the corner, the Salvation Army in Centralia has begun work at the Harvesting Hope farm to make sure everyone can access fresh produce. “Healthy bodies equal … more
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