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Washington fish and wildlife commissioners routinely disregarded government transparency laws, skirted conflict of interest rules, and sparred with agency leaders, but their actions and behavior did …
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By Jerry Cornfield / The Washington State Standard
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7/31/26
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High winds in central and eastern Washington on Saturday could worsen large fires already burning in the region .
The National Weather Service issued a “Particularly Dangerous …
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By Aspen Ford / The Washington State Standard
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7/31/26
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On Thursday, July 30, several agencies including the Aberdeen police and fire departments and the Grays Harbor County Coroner’s Office responded to a death that had occurred at Pacific Veneer in …
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By Jerry Knaak / The Daily World
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7/31/26
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Shortly before 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Grays Harbor County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a residence in rural Elma. The reporting party advised dispatch that his autistic 13-year-old son …
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By The Daily World
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7/31/26
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A lawsuit between the father of a Washington State Patrol trooper killed on duty and the county accused of gross negligence that led to his death reached a settlement Tuesday.
The agreement came …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/31/26
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Fire officials on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest have raised the fire danger rating from “high” to “very high,” a Thursday news release announced.
The shift reflects conditions …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/31/26
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The 83rd edition of the annual Morton Loggers Jubilee kicks off on Thursday, Aug. 6.
The beloved East Lewis County festival runs through the weekend, with various logging competitions such as …
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By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com
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7/31/26
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The Thurston County Fair is well underway, showcasing an estimated 4,000 entries from county residents of all ages.
The fair opened Thursday, July 30, and runs through Sunday, Aug. 2, at the …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@thurstonchronicle.com
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7/31/26
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CHEHALIS POLICE DEPARTMENT
Arrests and citations
• Mark R. Dugger, 61, was issued a criminal citation for one count of alleged hit-and-run unattended in the 400 block of North Market …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/31/26
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• DOROTHY JOY COLEY, 94, Olympia, died July 23 at her residence. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives of Washington.
• JACK L. WOODS, 87, Mossyrock, died July 22 at his …
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7/31/26
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As we turn the calendar to the last full month of summer, here’s a recipe to make time slow down for a little while.
It’s an old-fashioned concoction that’s being served up twice a week. I …
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7/31/26
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Recently, I have been on a “get smarter” kick of sorts.
I have completed a couple of online courses and attended a few workshops. All were focused on agriculture in one way or another.
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Commentary by Maureen Harkcom / For The Chronicle
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7/31/26
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“If you try to sit, I’ll tax your seat. If you get too cold, I’ll tax the heat. If you take a walk, I’ll tax your feet. ‘Cause I’m the taxman.”
It’s been 60 years since George …
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7/31/26
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The Gather Church in Centralia will hold a celebration of life event for the late Pastor Cole Meckle following his death from cancer earlier this week.
Gather Church Associate Pastor Patty …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/31/26
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Executive Director Cynthia Mudge this week announced her retirement from her role leading the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce after more than four years in the position.
The Chronicle …
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By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com
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7/31/26
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The Lewis-Mason-Thurston Area Agency on Aging (LMTAAA) joined peers on the national stage at USAging’s 2026 conference, where leaders received a workforce development award and delivered four …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/31/26
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Assured Hospice, in partnership with Heritage House Morton Assisted Living and Memory Care, is launching a new Family Caregiver Support Group to provide guidance and community for those caring for a …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/31/26
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The Lewis County Auditor’s Office has put out a news release reminding residents of information regarding the upcoming Aug. 4 election.
Stamps aren’t needed to mail a ballot, but it must be …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/31/26
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Tim Hadler will perform “Strait To Branson,” a tribute performance celebrating the songs of George Strait, at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 9. The performance will be held at the historic Raymond …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/31/26
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The Thurston County Auditor’s Elections Division has announced it will conduct a random audit of the Aug. 4 primary election. The test demonstrates the accuracy of the tabulation equipment, …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/31/26
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