Local News
MGP, Braun clash in final debate before election
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Democratic Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Republican state Sen. John Braun attempted to sharpen their contrasts in a final debate Tuesday night, each seeking to portray the …
19th Legislative District features incumbent Walsh against Moynihan
The Daily World recently reached out to the candidates in the contested races in and affecting Grays Harbor County and asked the candidates to participate in a written Q&A via email. Each …
Renovations to Fishermen’s Monument in Westport underway
Working people who have been lost at sea have been memorialized in oral histories, written stories and sagas, epic poetry and song for centuries. In Westport, a Fishermen’s Monument sits at the end …
Voting underway in Washington in the midterm election
The wait is over in Washington. Washington’s 5.1 million registered voters are starting to cast ballots for the Nov. 3 general election, which could see Democrats strengthen their grip on …
Satanic Temple member delivers first invocation at Washington city council meeting
A member of the Satanic Temple of Washington delivered the first invocation under a new Battle Ground City Council policy, marking the start of a practice intended to bring opening prayers, …
Winlock man accused of causing $1K in damage after his vape was taken at medical facility 
A 66-year-old Winlock man with no previous criminal history appeared in Lewis County Superior Court on Tuesday facing accusations that he broke a window at a medical facility after his vape was taken …
Mossyrock man accused of stealing all items from self-serve farm stand 
A 56-year-old Mossyrock man is facing a felony criminal charge after allegedly stealing all items from a self-serve farm stand in 2025.  Jeffrey Todd Larson made a video appearance in Lewis …
Winlock man, 19, charged with rape, other sexual assault charges 
A 19-year-old Winlock man is in the Lewis County Jail facing allegations he sexually assaulted a girl on several occasions since she was 8 years old.  Cameron Douglas Steik appeared in …
Cedar Creek Corrections Center inmate escapes from work crew in Lakewood
The Department of Corrections (DOC) and local law enforcement are searching for minimum-security incarcerated individual Zaquai Zekia McCray after he walked away from a facility work crew in Lakewood …
Moonstruck Studio to celebrate anniversary in downtown Centralia
A downtown Centralia jewelry studio is preparing to celebrate its one-year anniversary. Moonstruck Studio, located at 320 N. Tower Ave. Suite 101, will mark its first birthday with specials and …
Sirens: Juvenile jailed for DUI; Centralia resident sentenced for rape; $200K bail for man arrested for drugs
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 • Julian …
Public invited to help plant trees at Seminary Hill Natural Area
Over the next two weekends, all are invited to a pair of tree-planting events at the Seminary Hill Natural Area in Centralia. Volunteers will work under experienced arborists to plant several …
Julie McDonald: Expanding Your Horizons on indefinite hiatus
For the first fall in more than three decades, middle school girls won’t be traveling to Centralia College on a Saturday for an introduction to careers in science, technology, engineering, art and …
Vader City Council votes to help Winlock with clerk services
Members of the Vader City Council approved their side of an interlocal agreement (ILA) with the City of Winlock during their Wednesday, Oct. 7, meeting, to help with city clerk services following the …
Steve Grega still feels like part of the family at Lewis County PUD — now, he would like to help lead it
Originally born in the Seattle area, Steve Grega has spent the vast majority of his life living in Lewis County. For a good chunk of that time — roughly 37 years — he has worked for the …
Local Sports
Beavers seize control atop Evergreen League with win over Warriors
ROCHESTER — When Tenino coach Trevor Fetbrandt and his team first met in the summer, they laid out a list of goals. After a second-place finish in the 1A Evergreen League last season and a …
Centralia’s Corwin and Stehr win Sub-District doubles title
Centralia’s Zander Corwin and Sylvester Stehr capped their league season with a victory on Tuesday at Black Hills High School, winning the Sub-District Doubles title in dominant fashion. It …
Centralia’s Fagerness wins EvCo League Meet
Centralia’s Tyler Fagerness won the 2A Evergreen Conference League Meet on Tuesday, shooting a 3-over 75 at Tumwater Valley Golf Club. Fagerness missed a recent match due to some soreness in …
Morton tops Wahkiakum in rematch for tenth straight win
The Morton volleyball team’s winning streak hit double-digits on Tuesday, as the Huskies went on the road and topped Wahkiakum 11-25, 25-20, 25-22, 25-18. It’s the Huskies’ first victory …
Wolves sweep Bearcats to move into tie for third
The Black Hills volleyball team moved into a tie for third place on Tuesday night, when the Wolves swept W.F. West 25-17, 25-15, 25-19. Lilly Worthen finished with 10 assists and eight kills, …
Chronicle Podcasts

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Obituaries

In loving memory of Robert Harper: Jan. 31, 1938-Oct. 8, 2026

Bob was the third of five children born to Clara Moore Stidham. He was placed in foster care at age four when Clara and her husband, Roy Stidham, divorced.  Bob was eventually adopted by J. …

In loving memory of Kyle Seymour: Aug. 17, 1971-Oct. 7, 2026

Funeral services for Kyle Seymour will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at Summit Wesleyan Church in Buffalo, Wyoming. Donations in Kyle’s memory may be made to The Path Behavioral Health …

Death notices: Oct. 9, 2026

• TONYA DARLENE ALEXANDER, 46, Toledo, died Oct. 7 at Centralia Providence Hospital. Arrangements are under the care of Fir Lawn Funeral Chapel in Toledo. • SUE E. NELSON, 83, Onalaska, died …

In loving memory of Maureen Nolen: 1944-2026

Maureen Florence Nolen, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and faithful servant of Jesus Christ, went home to Heaven on Oct. 3, 2026. Maureen was born on Oct. 11, 1944, in Leigh-on-Sea, …

In loving memory of Jay Ensrud: 1939-2026

Jay Levi Ensrud, 87, of Chehalis, Washington, passed away at Sheridan Memorial Nursing Home in Plentywood, Montana, on Sept. 22, 2026. Jay was born on March 18, 1939, in McVille, North Dakota, …

In loving memory of Paul Neeley Sr.: 1947-2026

Paul Aaron Neeley Sr. “Pilot” passed away peacefully at home with wife Fawn by his side on Sept. 11, 2026, having battled heart issues for many years. He was born Aug. 18, 1947, in Morton, …
State & Regional News

Oregon voters have alarming view of the state, poll reveals

Oregonians are feeling pessimistic heading into the November election, with only 21% feeling that the state is heading in the right direction, according to a recent poll commissioned by The …

Schools
Tenino High School unveils new sign made by its students
Five years ago, Tenino High School took down its historic wooden sign for refurbishment, and discovered it was damaged beyond repair. Instead of simply ordering a replacement, the school decided …
Centralia College to host World Dyslexia Day community discussion
Centralia College is inviting the community to participate in a dyslexia awareness event on Oct. 8, World Dyslexia Day. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness and celebrate the strengths …
In Focus: Drew North Foundation 5K raises support for local youths in Chehalis
The annual Drew North Foundation Mental Health & Suicide Awareness 5K was held in Chehalis on Saturday, Sept. 26. Proceeds from the event will go to providing resources for the youth of the …
Commentary

Opinion: Yes, the ‘millionaires tax’ is a ‘Trojan horse’ — except it’s no secret

The big debate raging about our state’s new millionaires income tax is whether it’s a “Trojan horse” for something else. The answer is pretty simple: Yes. It is. The caveat to this …

Washington girls share the reason they did not compete against biological male

On Sept. 15, there was something more important to Skyview High School cross country athletes Charlie Garrett and Sierra Retzlaff than their race at Camas High School. The girls felt it was important …

Brian Mittge: A small-town love letter to Dayton

I’ve been traveling a lot recently, and a few months ago we had the chance to spend the evening in the town of Dayton. It’s a delightful community in the Palouse, about 50 miles as the crow flies …

Commentary: During manufacturing tour, a celebration of Washington’s hidden makers

How do you choose which businesses to visit? That’s one of the questions I frequently hear as the Association of Washington Business team climbs onto a bus every October and circles the state, …

Storms across the Columbia River: The Washington congressional race blanketing Oregon airwaves

When I sat down for a recent supper in a restaurant in Yamhill, the TV set on the side wall was showing Portland-area news. Campaign ads dominated the commercial breaks, as is normal for October of …
Outdoors
Outdoors
Public comment period open about proposed changes to WDFW’s listing and recovery planning processes for at-risk species
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is now accepting public comments on proposed rule changes to update or clarify the department’s process for listing and developing recovery …
Hunting Highlights: Bull elk, buck harvested during muzzleloader season
Whether it’s hunting, fishing, hiking, clamming, foraging or something else, The Chronicle is happy to share photos and details from local folks in the great outdoors. To be considered, just email …
PNW's tiny pygmy owls are adorable little murder machines
A northern pygmy owl weighs about as much as a chicken egg. They’re adorable, with big yellow eyes. They’re also ruthless predators known to kill chickens far heavier than themselves. …