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Hudson Waterfield, a student at Centralia High School, poses for a photo with state Rep. Peter Abbarno.

Centralia teen serves as page in the Washington state House of Representatives

Hudson Waterfield, a student at Centralia High School, recently traveled to Olympia to serve as a page in the Washington state House of Representatives. Rep. Peter Abbarno was his legislative … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/27/25

Sirens: Chehalis man spits on officer during arrest; stolen vehicle located, occupant arrested; disorderly man walks in road

CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Hit-and-run • A hit-and-run was reported in the 400 block of South Gold Street just before 1 p.m. on Jan. 24. Assault • An … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/27/25

Death notice: Jan. 27, 2025

• AMES, CHERYL, 73, Chehalis, died Jan. 25 at Providence Centralia Hospital. Arrangements are under the care of Cattermole Funeral Home. more

1/27/25

Scatter Creek Rest Area will be closed for water facility upgrades Feb. 10-28

Travelers who use the northbound Interstate 5 Scatter Creek Rest Area between Centralia and Olympia will need to make other plans in February, as the rest area will be closed due to construction from … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/27/25

Kay Mills, Centralia/Chehalis Women’s Connection chair, hands out a card during a luncheon.

Julie McDonald: End of an era — Christian Women’s Connection disbands after six decades

Every month for the past 60 years, the Centralia/Chehalis Christian Women’s Connection has brought together dozens of women to enjoy a luncheon, visit with one another and listen to … more

Commentary by Julie McDonald / For The Chronicle | 1/27/25

Gov. Bob Ferguson delivers his inaugural address in the House chambers at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia on Wednesday, Jan. 15.

Our Views: Gov. Bob Ferguson’s early approach a welcome change

By The Chronicle Editorial Board Washington state has had one-party control of the governor’s mansion for 40 years. Gov. Bob Ferguson will add at least four more years for Democrats … more

By The Chronicle Editorial Board | 1/27/25

State Rep. Peter Abbarno speaks to a middle school class during a legislative tour of the Napavine School District on Wednesday, Oct. 30.

Peter Abbarno: Fix Washington — real solutions for safer streets and stronger communities

As the 2025 legislative session unfolds, Washington state stands at a critical crossroads . Rising crime rates, unsustainable living costs, faltering public schools and sluggish economic … more

Commentary by state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia | 1/27/25

The Barn Stomp will be held at The Red Barn Studios on Goff Road near Adna.

Maureen Harkcom: Barn Stomp an opportunity to meet Lewis County farmers and ranchers

Thousands of people gather every year at Gobbler’s Knob in Pennsylvania to await a special weather forecast from a 20-pound groundhog named Phil. Pennsylvania Dutch superstition tells us … more

Commentary by Maureen Harkcom | 1/27/25

Ed Johnstone is the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission chairman.

Being Frank: Today's youth are tomorrow's salmon stewards

As tribal leaders, we are looking ahead to the next seven generations of environmental stewards to protect salmon, shellfish, wildlife and plant resources. It is our responsibility to provide … more

Commentary by Ed Johnstone | 1/27/25

From the right, Battle Lounge co-owners Barret Daniels, Kyle Dyer and Derrick Stenson pose for a photo inside their new business on Saturday, Jan. 25, in Centralia.

Battle Lounge opens in Centralia, offering hobbyists, gamers and role-players space to play and socialize

For hobbyists who enjoy the Warhammer franchise — a sci-fi tabletop military strategy game featuring customizable plastic scale model pieces — finding fellow enthusiasts to play against … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 1/27/25

W.F. West High School earned the 2A non-tumbling medium state title with their cheer routine on Friday, Jan. 24, at the WIAA state cheer championships at Battle Ground High School.

W.F. West High School cheerleading team wins state title

The W.F. West High School cheerleading squad rocked Battle Ground High School’s gym on their way to a 2A non-tumbling medium state title with their routine on Friday, Jan. 24, at the WIAA State … more

By Cade Barker / For The Chronicle | 1/27/25

Polar plungers run into the water during a polar plunge at Mayfield Lake on Saturday, Jan. 25.

In focus: Polar Plunge at Mayfield Lake supports Special Olympics

Polar plungers with the Lewis County Icicle Brigade tool part in the annual polar plunge at Mayfield Lake on Saturday, Jan. 25. The plunge raises money for Special Olympics Washington and … more

Photos by Ridley Hudson / ridley@chronline.com | 1/27/25

In focus: Scenes from the Birth of a Lake trail at Coldwater Lake

The Birth of a Lake boardwalk trail is pictured at Coldwater Lake on Thursday, Jan. 23. “This short, accessible boardwalk trail explores the creation of Coldwater Lake,” the … more

Photos by Ridley Hudson / ridley@chronline.com | 1/27/25

Veterans Memorial Museum Executive Director Chip Duncan, gray plaid jacket and orange shirt, looks at the proposed gate area for the museum's field along with the volunteers who showed up on Saturday, Jan. 25, to begin helping him repair damage done to the field by a trespasser doing donuts in a truck on Jan. 20. The man has since come forward, apologized and made a donation to the museum to cover the cost of repairs.

Volunteers show up to Veterans Memorial Museum to plan repairs to field

Following last week’s fiasco when on Monday, Jan. 20, an individual trespassed on Veterans Memorial Museum property and did donuts in his pickup truck, tearing up a grass field, about 10 … more

By The Chronicle staff | 1/27/25

Mason County man facing criminal charges after three-vehicle wreck, state patrol says

A 69-year-old Mason County man is facing possible criminal charges after he triggered a three-vehicle wreck on state Route 3 near Belfair Saturday afternoon, according to the Washington State Patrol. … more

Rolf Boone / The Olympian (TNS) | 1/27/25

Two men with 28 felonies accused of robbing, shooting 70-year-old Washington man

Two men with a combined 28 felony convictions were arrested for an alleged robbery and shooting last month that hospitalized a 70-year-old man, according to the Spokane County Sheriff's Office. … more

Garrett Cabeza / The Spokesman-Review (TNS) | 1/27/25

Thurston County man now facing murder charge in connection with body found near Maytown on Jan. 9

A 41-year-old man who was arrested earlier this month in South Thurston County — the same area where a dead man was found — is now facing a host of new criminal charges, including … more

Rolf Boone / The News Tribune (TNS) | 1/27/25

Washington Huskies linebacker Drew Fowler takes down Michigan Wolverines running back Donovan Edwards during the second quarter Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024 in Seattle.

How a former Washington linebacker assembled his viral post 'declaring for the job market'

SEATTLE — This isn't how Drew Fowler imagined he'd end up on SportsCenter. Like many kids, Fowler, the former Washington linebacker, dreamed of being on ESPN's flagship show for making a … more

Andy Yamashita / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 1/27/25

Want a cafe next to your house? Washington may open residential neighborhoods

More espresso, snacks and groceries could be coming to a residential block in your Washington neighborhood, because a proposal that drew significant attention last year is back under consideration by … more

Daniel Beekman / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 1/27/25

Workers and supporters picket outside Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025.

Providence health care strike in Oregon reaches third week with no resolution

As the largest health care strike in Oregon history stretches into its third week, Providence Health & Services and its unionized workers are still at an impasse. Nearly 5,000 Providence … more

Kristine de Leon / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 1/27/25