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Every legislative session involves difficult decisions. Lawmakers must balance competing priorities while ensuring the state remains fiscally responsible. But when the 2026 legislative session ended …
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By Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia
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3/18/26
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Is anyone else as scared as I am? I feel we are headed down the path of World War III.
Nothing like starting a war for the sake of Israel, regime change, proactive dismantling of nuclear …
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3/18/26
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I want to commend Joe Kent for his decision to resign from the National Counterterrorism Center. As a military veteran, I understand the weight of such a choice and the courage it takes to act …
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3/18/26
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If you build it, they will skate — or something like that.
The original construction of Fuller’s Twin City Skate Park in Centralia at times feels like something out of “The Field of …
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By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com
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3/18/26
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Country music legend Dolly Parton has had her fair share of hits over the decades of her storied career, but one of her most enduring songs today is still “9 to 5.”
Parton originally wrote …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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Travelers on northbound Interstate 5 will soon see a new electronic sign above the highway at Tumwater Boulevard in Thurston County, a news release from the Washington state Department of …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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A Shelton auto repair business owner was sentenced to six months in jail after pleading guilty to pocketing sales tax she collected over a four-year period, according to a news release from the …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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Legislation aimed at preventing misunderstandings during traffic stops and improving safety for drivers with autism and other neurodivergent conditions has been signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson.
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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The Board of Thurston County Commissioners celebrated Agriculture Day, International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists and World Frog Day during their business meeting on Tuesday.
“We really …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@thurstonchronicle.com
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3/18/26
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After wrapping up its second full year, the Washington state Department of Agriculture’s (WSDA) Washington Bee Atlas (WABA) has collected and identified records of nearly 30 new or rare bee species …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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Following are members of the Centralia High School second trimester honor roll.
The honor roll includes any student with a GPA between 3.0 and 4.0.
This list was provided by the Centralia …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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Toledo resident Pamela Deschene was appointed to a Toledo City Council vacancy during the council’s regular meeting on Monday, March 16, by a vote of 2-1, with Councilor Jillian Niles abstaining …
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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3/18/26
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A reopening ceremony was held for Holy Lamb Organics’ historic Little Bit building in Oakville on Tuesday, March 17.
A Rochester teen crashed his Ford Mustang straight through their production …
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3/18/26
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The WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers have organized “Connecting Neighbors,” a series of workshops, events and open houses in honor of Earth Month in conjunction with …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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Chehalis man faces new drug charges after arrest for escaping community custody in the Napavine area
A Chehalis man was charged with three felonies this week after allegedly escaping community custody and being found in possession of fentanyl and methamphetamine.
Cash Loyal Reynolds, 30, …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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An Onalaska man is now facing three charges related to domestic violence after accusations he assaulted his wife last December.
Brian Stewart, 46, appeared voluntarily in Lewis County Superior …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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Following are members of the Toledo High School second trimester honor rolls.
This list was provided by the school district.
Principal’s List 3.75-4.0
12th grade: Cooper Fallon, …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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The Washington State Parks system stated in a news release that the revenue it earns from roofed accommodations, camping, Discover Pass sales and other fees is a core funding stream that helps keep …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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The Southwest Washington Fairgrounds will host its annual Spring Garage Sale and Swap Meet on Saturday, March 21, featuring more than 176 vendor booths across six buildings and outdoor spaces.
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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Now in its 46th year of offering affordable used books to area residents, the Lewis County branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will hold its annual book sale at the same …
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By The Chronicle staff
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3/18/26
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