In December 2023, a historic property tax adjustment delivered a blow to the value of a natural gas power plant near Elma, raising taxes of remaining property owners in the area and across the …
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By Clayton Franke / The Daily World
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4/23/24
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Lewis County Young Professionals (LCYP) will host a workshop designed to empower professionals in enhancing their online presence and expanding their networks.
The workshop, titled …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/11/24
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Lewis County Transit and the Centralia and Chehalis school districts are piloting a new curriculum called the Renewable Energy Vehicle and Infrastructure Technician (REVIT) training program.
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By Eleanor Licata / Department of Ecology
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3/11/24
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Many folks in the Lewis County area have been asking questions about the proposed PNW Hydrogen (PNWH2) Hub, and specifically the 300 MW Fortescue Electrolysis plant to be built at the former …
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2/28/24
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A recent report from the state Department of Commerce found Washington can position itself as a leader in green hydrogen as the state looks to further reduce reliance on fossil fuels in the coming …
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By Mitchell Roland / mitchell@chronline.com
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2/26/24
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A decade ago, I had the chance to hear from a National Geographic explorer who had searched the world for the secrets of people who live long, healthy lives.
What he discovered was the …
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Commentary by Brian Mittge / For The Chronicle
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2/16/24
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The pop-up museum featuring Centralia founders George and Mary Jane Washington remains on loan to Centralia College from the Centralia Downtown Association .
It can be …
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2/14/24
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Regardless of who you asked, whether it be the collection of industry experts, educators, local officials, company executives, high school students, business owners or transit officials, just about …
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By Mitchell Roland / mitchell@chronline.com
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2/7/24
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There are few people who day after day, week after week, indeed, year after year, so completely embody the Rotary slogan — “Service above self.”
The Chronicle Editorial Board …
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By The Chronicle Editorial Board
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2/7/24
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A new hydrogen plant development in Lewis County — good or bad?
Economic development in Lewis County — good or bad?
I’ve been listening to a lot of people who are talking …
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By Ruth Peterson
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2/5/24
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After hosting two summits with local government officials, farmers, business owners and recreational organizations last year, Blue Zones Activate Lewis County announced it will host a community …
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By The Chronicle staff
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2/5/24
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Just over 100 Centralians attended a community town hall held in Centralia College’s TransAlta Commons on Wednesday, Jan. 31.
The town hall featured Centralia Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston, …
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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2/2/24
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Editor's note: To read a competing viewpoint on this topic, visit http://tinyurl.com/5ddrbj3s.
I have been following with some amusement and a certain sense of déjà vu the …
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By Lou Desmond
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2/2/24
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While elected officials throughout the state continue to tout the “hydrogen hub” designation as a sign that Lewis County sits on the forefront of a new, green energy frontier, a packed …
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By Mitchell Roland /
mitchell@chronline.com
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1/31/24
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Members of the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce gathered on Friday, Jan. 19, for the Chamber’s annual banquet in Centralia College’s TransAlta Commons.
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By Owen Sexton /
owen@chronline.com
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1/19/24
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With baseball and softball seasons quickly approaching, the Centralia City Council on Tuesday selected which fields will get artificial turf first at Fort Borst Park to improve playing conditions.
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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1/12/24
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On the 171st episode of The Chronicle News Dump, hosts Aaron VanTuyl and Editor-in-Chief Eric Schwartz discuss the first “Meet the Manager” meeting at the PUD, Patty Murray paying a visit …
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1/10/24
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With his final legislative session as governor underway, Gov. Jay Inslee echoed his father Tuesday and vowed to “run through the tape.”
“Just as I know you’ll give this …
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By Mitchell Roland / mitchell@chronline.com
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1/10/24
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A Centralia Community Town Hall will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 31 at the TransAlta Commons on the Centralia College campus.
Speakers will include Centralia Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston, Port …
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By The Chronicle staff
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1/10/24
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The Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual banquet and silent auction at the Centralia College TransAlta Commons on Friday, Jan. 19.
The banquet will begin at 6 p.m. with …
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By The Chronicle staff
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1/10/24
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