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Volunteers pose for a photo with Santa at the Centralia Moose Lodge's Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 7. All proceeds from the event went to Mary Bridge Children's Hospital.

In focus: Moose Lodge welcomes Santa in Centralia to raise money for children’s hospital

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State Rep. Peter Abbarno speaks with teacher Matt Deebach about improvements needed to the workshop during a legislative tour of the Napavine School District on Wednesday, Oct. 30.

Abbarno pre-files legislation to create employer tax incentives for veterans

As the legislative session nears, state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, has proposed establishing employed tax incentives for veterans and families. “Helping military families and local … more

By Mitchell Roland / mitchell@chronline.com | 12/9/24

Sirens: Woman arrested for stealing mail; juveniles made to clean graffiti; 'heavily intoxicated' arrested for trying to fight friends

CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Assault • A 65-year-old Centralia man was arrested for fourth-degree assault, domestic violence, in the 900 block of L Street just before 10:15 a.m. on Dec. … more

By The Chronicle staff | 12/9/24

Death notice: Dec. 9, 2024

• VICKIE L. SMITH, 75, Centralia, died Dec. 3 at Providence Centralia Hospital. Arrangements are under the care of Cattermole Funeral Home. more

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The Lewis County Health Building in Chehalis on Thursday, June 27.

Lewis County seeks new members for criminal justice treatment account panel

Lewis County Public Health is seeking applicants to fill two member-specific positions on the criminal justice treatment account panel. The seven members of the panel are tasked with preparing a … more

By The Chronicle staff | 12/9/24

Daryl Lund poses for a photo at his new Minuteman Press shop in Chehalis on Feb. 8, 2024.

Letter to the editor: Daryl Lund was a gentle giant and a legendary public servant

I was saddened to learn of the premature death of Daryl Lund, who as noted, loomed large in the life of Chehalis for most of his 63 years. In my mind, he was a humble, kind and gentle giant who … more

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Letter to the editor: Be careful when making decisions on Lewis County 911 center funding

I would encourage the Lewis County commissioners to be very careful regarding modifications to current 911 funding. The new 911 center will require from four to five years (yes, years) to bring … more

12/9/24

Letter to the editor: Stalking is not love

Stalking is a terrifying violation of personal safety and privacy, affecting millions of people each year. The emotional toll it takes on victims is profound, causing anxiety, depression and even … more

12/9/24

Letter to the editor: Name, image and likeness deals shouldn’t be offered to high schoolers

Not long ago, a 15-year-old star quarterback in Alabaster, Alabama, named Trent Seaborn was given an offer that seemed impossible to refuse. This student is the reigning All-County First Team … more

12/9/24

Letter to the editor: How to make high school more bearable for students

As I sit down at my table typing away while fighting the urge to not just give up on this assignment completely and go to bed knowing I would still only get six hours of sleep tonight, I let out a … more

12/9/24

Inside the House on the last day of the 2024 Legislature at the state Capitol on Thursday, March 7.

Commentary: It’s time for state lawmakers to push ‘pause’ on spending

It wasn’t long ago that Washington state lawmakers were awash in a multi-billion-dollar budget surplus thanks to a surprisingly strong rebound from the pandemic lockdown and a flood of federal … more

By Kris Johnson, Association of Washington Business | 12/9/24

Daryl Lund appears at a Chehalis City Council meeting in January 2024.

Brian Mittge: May Daryl Lund’s spirit live on in new generations of enthusiastic service

When I think of Daryl Lund, I’ll always remember his grin. That was how he greeted everyone and nearly everything that came at him in life, I think. Something about that … more

Commentary by Brian Mittge / For The Chronicle | 12/9/24

Murky, silt-filled of the Toutle River mixes into the Cowlitz River north of Castle Rock in 2015.

Daytime single-lane closures set for both directions of I-5 Toutle River Bridge near Castle Rock

Starting Wednesday, Dec. 11, Washington state Department of Transportation (WSDOT) bridge maintenance crews will close a single lane of the Interstate 5 Toutle River Bridge near Castle Rock to wash … more

By The Chronicle staff | 12/9/24

State Rep. Joel McEntire, second from left, met with Willapa Harbor Hospital Board Chair Kathy Spoor, Board Member Toni Williams and members of the hospital executive team who have been looking for ways to support construction costs for the replacement of the aged facility.

State Rep. McEntire tours Willapa Hills Hospital to discuss funding options for new facility

State Rep. Joel McEntire, R-Cathlamet, visited Willapa Harbor Hospital in South Bend last week to discuss potential construction costs of a new facility ahead of the legislative session. Built … more

By Mitchell Roland / mitchell@chronline.com | 12/9/24

Napavine Lighted Christmas Parade participants smile and wave from their trailer being towed by a tractor on Saturday, Dec. 7.

In focus: Lighted Christmas Parade rolls through Napavine

The Napavine Lighted Christmas Parade was held Saturday, Dec. 7. The 46th annual parade was hosted by the Napavine Funtime Festival. In addition to the Funtime Festival, the Napavine … more

Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 12/9/24

The Chinook Indian Nation flag flies alongside the United States flag as the nation continues its 120-plus year efforts to be federally recognized as a sovereign nation by the U.S. government.

Chinook Indian Nation chairman calls for U.S. lawmakers to act on promise of federal recognition

Instead of celebrating Native American Heritage Day on Friday, Nov. 29, Chinook Indian Nation Chairman Tony Johnson said tribal leaders continue to focus on their fight for federal recognition as a … more

By Cade Barker / For The Chronicle | 12/9/24

The head of a clam is seen from within a freshly excavated chunk of sand during a razor clam dig at the Grayland Beach on March 8.

WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs; diggers asked to avoid crushing buried Dungeness crabs

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Friday confirmed seven days of razor clam digs on coastal beaches beginning Dec. 12, with tentative dates scheduled from Jan. 1 … more

By The Chronicle staff | 12/9/24

Residents welcome the Christmas season in Chehalis at the Lewis County Historical Museum on Saturday, Dec. 7, for the city's Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

In focus: Residents gather for tree- lighting ceremony in Chehalis

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Drivers make their way through the Fort Borst Park Christmas Lights in Centralia on Friday, Dec. 6.

Fort Borst Park drive-thru Christmas lights open for the season

The Fort Borst Park drive-thru Christmas lights display in Centralia opened to the public on Friday, Dec. 6. It will be open daily from 5 to 9 p.m. through Christmas Day on Wednesday, Dec. 25. … more

Kody Christen / kody@chronline.com | 12/9/24

In loving memory of Sandra Kay Borden-Foote: Jan. 31, 1962 - Nov. 25, 2024

In great sadness, we share the passing of our much-loved Sandy (Sam) Borden-Foote on Monday, Nov. 25. Born in Aberdeen, Washington, in 1962, Sandy was raised in Rochester where she graduated as … more

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