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Charlie Kirk is pictured here last January at the Capital One Arena following the inauguration of President Donald Trump.

Southwest Washington officials express grief and concern after Charlie Kirk shooting

Utah and federal government officials on Friday morning said they had apprehended the gunman suspected in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk roughly a day after the shooting on … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/12/25

Madison Grove Farm Founder and Director Marla McNary Pfaff pets one of the horses at the farm in Winlock on Tuesday, Sept. 9.

In Winlock, a healing place for horses and humans alike

On a cool, overcast early September morning on her 37-acre farm in an unincorporated area west of Winlock, Marla McNary Pfaff heard multiple testimonies from a first-time visitor and a volunteer that … more

By Dylan Reubenking / dylanr@chronline.com | 9/12/25

Kailiegh A. Ducette, 28, Puyallup, makes a video appearance in Lewis County Superior Court on Wednesday, Sept. 10.

Woman with active warrants charged with forgery and identity theft in Lewis County; bail set at $25,000

A 28-year-old Puyallup woman faces four felony counts of forgery and one felony count of second-degree identity theft after she allegedly forged four checks for a total amount of $830. Kailiegh … more

By Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@chronline.com | 9/12/25

Dominic A. Rowland, 19, Centralia, makes a video appearance in Lewis County Superior Court on Thursday, Sept. 11.

Centralia man accused of ramming Ford Explorer into truck carrying his father and partner; bail set at $25,000

Nineteen-year-old Centralia man Dominic A. Rowland faces one count of second-degree assault, domestic violence, and another for second-degree malicious mischief, domestic violence, after he allegedly … more

By Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@chronline.com | 9/12/25

Community event will allow Lewis County residents to recycle paint for free

A community recycling event will offer Lewis County residents and businesses an opportunity to recycle paint and related items from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, in the parking lot of the Blue … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/12/25

Mike and Martha Nichols compete in Ma and Pa bucking during the annual Saginaw Days Logging Show at the Brooklyn Tavern on Saturday, Sept. 21. Each team, made up of one male and female, sawed through the log with a timer going until the sawed-off end hit the ground.

24th Annual Saginaw Day Logging Show set for Sept. 20 at the Brooklyn Tavern

The 24th Annual Saginaw Day Logging Show is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 20, next to the Brooklyn Tavern, 2611 North River Road, Cosmopolis. Participant registration opens at 9 a.m. and … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/12/25

Jim Buzzard, owner of Buzzard Law Group in Centralia, is pictured in a photo from his law office and from his playing days at Eastern Washington University.

Local attorney and Centralia grad named to 2025 EWU Athletics Hall of Fame class

Jim Buzzard, a 1993 Centralia High School graduate, will be one of the seven individuals inducted into the 2025 Eastern Washington University (EWU) Athletics Hall of Fame class. Buzzard earned … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/12/25

Julie Shaffley, owner of Good Health Nutrition Center, cuts the ceremonial ribbon with her employees and Kelly Smith Johnston (right), mayor of Centralia, during a ribbon cutting ceremony put on by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce in Centralia on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025.

In focus: Good Health Nutrition Center celebrates 35 years in Centralia

Julie Shaffley, owner of Good Health Nutrition Center, cut the ceremonial ribbon with her employees and Kelly Smith Johnston, mayor of Centralia, during a ribbon-cutting ceremony put on by the … more

9/12/25

Sirens: Drug paraphernalia found after crash; man rams vehicle; woman arrested after scratching someone's face

CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Arrests • Kaela M. Glover, 40, Rochester, was arrested and booked into the Lewis County Jail for alleged unlawful possession of a controlled substance with … more

By The Chronicle staff | 9/12/25

Death notices: Sept. 12, 2025

• JOANNE MARGARET AMRINE, 92, Chehalis, died Sept. 4 at South Creek Post Acute in Centralia. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives of Washington. • WANDA NELL … more

9/12/25

John Braun: To truly address violence, we must be Americans first

Charlie Kirk brought his formidable debating skills, love of country and strong faith in God to the University of Washington’s Seattle campus in May 2024. The popular young conservative leader … more

Commentary by Sen. John Braun | 9/12/25

Letters to the editor can be submitted to letters@chronline.com.

Letter to the editor: Charlie Kirk’s death will not silence the truth — it will only make it grow louder

Enough is enough. Charlie Kirk has now become one of the most infamous modern-day martyrs — a man who boldly carried Christian values everywhere he went. His voice stirred hearts, shook … more

9/12/25

Letter to the editor: The Democrats don’t actually soak the rich — they soak everybody

There are three kinds of voters in our country today: Those who work for a living and produce something of value; those who save and invest and benefit from owning capital; and those who wish to live … more

9/12/25

Letter to the editor: If you don’t read the article, why waste time commenting?

A recent letter to the editor lamented lack of balance in The Chronicle’s opinion section. It seems to me that lately, we’ve been seeing letters and opinions from different sides of our … more

9/12/25

Letter to the editor: We need John Braun in Congress; come meet him

If you believe we need, and deserve, responsible leadership and local representation in Washington, D.C., here is a great opportunity for you. Sen. John Braun is running for Third Congressional … more

9/12/25

Letter to the editor: In support of state Sen. John Braun for the Third Congressional District

Please plan to attend the fundraising reception for state Sen. John Braun (who is running for the Third Congressional District seat) at Jester’s Auto Museum located at 321 Hamilton Road, … more

9/12/25

Dr. Henry P. Kirk is president emeritus of Centralia College.

Former CC president: I am so proud of all you have accomplished

Dear students, staff, faculty, administrators, Centralia College alumni and communities served: Hearty congratulations to all as we celebrate Centralia College’s 100th anniversary. … more

Commentary by Dr. Henry P. Kirk | 9/12/25

Centralia Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston speaks to the crowd about George Washington in front of his grave during Founder's Day at Washington Lawn Cemetery on Saturday, Aug. 9.

Mayor: What kind of future do we want for City of Centralia?

Centralia is in the midst of making long-term decisions on growth. We’re completing our comprehensive plan, which is a planning document that uses a 20-year horizon and covers the gamut of … more

Commentary by Kelly Smith Johnston | 9/12/25

Peter Abbarno: Financial security is a foundation of health

An often-overlooked factor correlated to the health of an individual or family is their financial security. When families can pay their bills, keep the lights on and put food on the table without … more

Commentary by state Rep. Peter Abbarno | 9/12/25

The site of the former Pearl Street Pool now part of the proposed Veterans Community Park set for a tentative 2028 or beyond construction date at 505 N Pearl St. in Centralia on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025.

Centralia staff identify vision, estimated costs for Veterans Community Park

Nearly two years after the Centralia City Council approved a master plan to convert the closed Veterans Memorial Pearl Street Pool into the Veterans Community Park, city staff on Tuesday presented … more

By Dylan Reubenking / dylanr@chronline.com | 9/12/25