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Sarah Williams, a professor at Evergreen State College, packages a harvest box at the Southwest Washington Food Hub warehouse in Chehalis on Wednesday, July 9.

Southwest Washington Food Hub sees success, looks to continue growth

Before industrialized shipping and food production, there was a time when people had to eat food that was grown nearby. Now, eating locally seems like a luxury to many. The Southwest … more

By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com | 7/14/25

Casa Grande, Arizona resident Chuck Rucker Jr.'s resto-mod 1935 Ford pick up truck sits parked in the Toledo Middle School field on Saturday, July 12, during the 25th annual Toledo Cheese Days Car Show.

Over 250 vehicles officially enter 25th annual Toledo Cheese Days Car Show

With the sun gleaming off freshly waxed paint and polished chrome, 262 gearheads officially entered their prized rides to the 25th annual Toledo Cheese Days Car Show on Saturday, July 12, at the … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 7/14/25

Over $200,000 raised by supporters after Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad trestle bridge burns down

Back at the end of April, the Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad’s wooden trestle bridge located between Mineral and Morton burned down in a fire that was believed to have been deliberately started. … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/14/25

Pedestrian killed after being hit by three vehicles in Cowlitz County

A 31-year-old Longview woman was fatally struck on Tennant Way, also known as State Route 432, Monday morning. The collision occurred at 4:27 a.m. at milepost nine, east of the Harry E. Morgan … more

By The Daily News | 7/14/25

In loving memory of Barbara Mielitz: 1941-2025

Barbara Ellen Mielitz (Barb) peacefully passed away in her home on June 25, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born March 26, 1941, in Ortonville, Minn. Barb married the love of her … more

7/14/25

In loving memory of Darlene Swiglo: 1934-2025

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Darlene Gale “Doll” Swiglo share her passing on June 27, 2025, at Maple Street Manor in Pe Ell, Washington, at the age of 90. She was born on … more

7/14/25

In loving memory of Jesse Garrison: 1946-2025

Jesse Garrison was born July 25, 1946, in Saginaw, Michigan. He passed away July 6, 2025, at St. Peter Hospital in Olympia. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jennifer; son, Jonathan … more

7/14/25

Pierce County man hurt when trailer was towed away with him inside

In March, the Tacoma Police Department reported starting an investigation into an incident that left a man hospitalized after the trailer he was in was towed away at the direction of police. Months … more

Cameron Sheppard / The News Tribune (TNS) | 7/14/25

Oregon woman uses ruse to escape brutal assault, court records say

A Gresham woman escaped a domestic violence attack by calling 911 and asking to order pizza after she was shocked with a stun gun and beaten with a pole in front of her children, court documents say. … more

Tatum Todd / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 7/14/25

Seriously injured Oregon bicyclist survives night in ditch after driver hits her, flees

A driver in Washington County struck a bicyclist, sending her into a ditch where she spent the night “outside and alone” until passersby found her Sunday morning with serious leg and … more

Tristin Hoffman / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 7/14/25

Washington state government spending surges 116% since 2015

Washington state faces deficit spending by 2028 as lawmakers just hit taxpayers with the state's largest combined tax increase – all driven by massive state spending increases over the past … more

By TJ Martinell / The Center Square | 7/14/25

Ballot envelopes sit in the Thurston County elections center. (Laurel Demkovich/Washington State Standard)

Measure would make Washington residents prove they are citizens when they register to vote

A Republican-led effort to make Washington residents prove they are U.S. citizens before receiving a ballot is hitting the streets. Backers of an initiative requiring a person to provide proof … more

By Jerry Cornfield / The Washington State Standard | 7/14/25

"The Yard Birds shopping center has added another big bird to its flock to keep watch over the north parking lot. This unflinching mama fowl has a more dutiful task, however, than her 60-foot colleague who welcomes customers to the south parking lot. Her job is to make a nest for the Yard Bird helicopter. When the little bird lands, the big bird spreads its wings. The little bird is then wheeled into the nest on a steel track and loaded securely inside." — published by The Daily Chronicle on May 20, 1976

History Pub: Museum director to deliver Yard Birds history talk at McMenamins Olympic Club

While it has been closed since August 2022, renovations to the old Yard Birds shopping mall in Chehalis continue under the direction of its new owners PISTON LLC, a partnership between Douglas LeMay … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/13/25

Two hurt in two-car wreck near Elma, Washington State Patrol says

Two drivers were hurt Saturday near Elma, according to Washington State Patrol. About 10:40 a.m., a 79-year-old Hoquiam woman was headed east on U.S. Highway 12 at state Route 8, and a … more

By Rolf Boone / The Olympian (TNS) | 7/13/25

A 16-year-old driver led deputies on a 100 mph chase in a stolen car Saturday night or Sunday morning. The passenger begged to stop before deputies used a PIT maneuver.

Driver, 16, eludes deputies at 100 miles per hour, Thurston County sheriff says

A 16-year-old driver accused of fleeing from law enforcement was arrested on suspicion of multiple crimes Saturday night or early Sunday morning, according to Thurston County Sheriff Derek … more

By Rolf Boone / The Olympian (TNS) | 7/13/25

Red flag warning says Washington’s Cascades ripe for wildfire

Elevated wildfire risk is in the forecast through Monday evening. The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for conditions conducive to extreme fire behavior from 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday … more

Isabella Breda / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 7/13/25

Nine Thurston County parks and conservation projects get $7.1 million from state

Washington state has awarded more than $7.1 million for park improvements and conservation efforts in Thurston County. The money will go toward nine projects located in Thurston County, the … more

Martín Bilbao / The Olympian (TNS) | 7/13/25

Pierce County man faces vehicular assault charge after crashing into SUV carrying 6

A Pierce County man, suspected of driving under the influence, faces a vehicular-assault charge after triggering a wreck southeast of Graham on Saturday, according to Washington State Patrol. … more

Rolf Boone / The News Tribune (TNS) | 7/13/25

21-year-old motorcyclist killed in Pierce County crash identified by medical examiner

A man who died when his motorcycle collided with a car in Tacoma on Sunday evening has been identified in by the Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office. Andrew Bostwick, 21, of Tacoma, … more

Julia Park / The News Tribune (TNS) | 7/12/25

Judge says Pierce County man’s recruitment of teens to commit murder betrayed community

A Tacoma man was sentenced Friday to nearly 61 years in prison after he was convicted last month of directing two teenage boys to murder 16-year-old Larry “Trae” Marshall III as revenge … more

Peter Talbot / The News Tribune (TNS) | 7/12/25