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The outside of Green Hill School is pictured in Chehalis on Tuesday, Oct. 15.
Gov. Ferguson proposes more funding for Green Hill School security
A new supplemental budget proposal from Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson would provide additional funding to juvenile rehabilitation efforts, specifically to improve staffing and security at two … more
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The Cluttered Closet Boutique to celebrate expansion in downtown Centralia
The original ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Cluttered Closet was scheduled for Dec. 10, but it was canceled due to the flooding the county was experiencing. Owner Madison Horn has rescheduled … more
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Death notices: Dec. 26, 2025
• ALANA M. DAVALOS, 75, Randle, died Dec. 15 at her residence. Arrangements are under the care of Cattermole Funeral Home. • MATTHEW J. KLEMMENSEN, 68, Napavine, died Dec. 20 at Providence … more
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Sirens: Man arrested for assault of child on Christmas Eve; vehicle strikes building; several arrested for drugs; intoxicated juvenile makes threats
Centralia Police Department Drug arrests • Nathan S. Page, 35, and Colin B. Scott, 35, both from Tumwater, were arrested and booked into the Lewis County Jail for alleged unlawful … more
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The Cowlitz River gauge near the Cowlitz County Hall of Justice on Monday, Dec. 15 in Kelso. Minor flood stage for the river in Kelso is 21.5 feet. Local leaders say sediment that continues to flow down Mount St. Helens from the 1980 eruption is filling the river and adding to flood risks.
Army Corps of Engineers: Cowlitz River hasn't hit benchmark to dredge, Congress hasn't funded it
A 1980s federal law gives the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers the authority to dredge the Cowlitz River of the sediment still flowing from the last Mount St. Helens eruption, but agency leaders say it … more
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WSP: Mason County woman dies in crash while driving intoxicated on Christmas Eve 
A 48-year-old Mason County woman died after she lost control of her vehicle on state Route 106 near Skokomish on Christmas Eve.  Speed and drugs or alcohol were factors in the crash, … more
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The City of Yelm is considering a proposal to annex several areas within its urban growth area. This annexation would utilize the interlocal agreement method that is authorized by state statute under RCW 35A.14.460. This method allows the city to enter into an interlocal agreement to provide for the transition of responsibilities from Thurston County to the city following annexation. However, the annexation itself will not be complete unless it is approved at a public hearing by the Yelm City Council.
Thurston County approves agreement to be part of City of Yelm’s annexation process
An interlocal agreement (ILA) is now in place between the City of Yelm and Thurston County to work together on Yelm’s plan to annex some properties in unincorporated Thurston County. The City … more
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A Look Back in Time: Burglars ‘played Santa Claus in reverse’ in Centralia; White Pass skiers stranded on chair lift; Professional musicians praise Mossyrock life
In this installment of A Look Back in Time, the Tuesday, Dec. 27, 1955, edition of The Chronicle featured a story about Centralia police asking for tips on suspects who “played Santa Claus in … more
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Sewing and quilting artist Carina del Rosario shares how she engaged the public to create messages on quilt-able fabric and participate in sewing and mending circles for her "Lay Your Burden Down" project in this courtesy photo during a November presentation at the Mineral Arts & Residences.
Mineral Arts & Residences: East Lewis County artist collective obtains nonprofit status, looks ahead to hosting more artists
Earlier this year, the Mineral School — an overnight artist residency based at the old Mineral School in the East Lewis County community of Mineral — was rebranded to the Mineral Arts & … more
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Volunteers honored at Winlock City Council meeting
Winlock resident Tommy Thompson was honored by the Winlock City Council as the Volunteer of the Year during the Monday, Dec. 22, council meeting at Winlock City Hall. And he wasn’t the only … more
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A Swift Water Rescue Team rescues Mel Romero and Barbara Bennett from an inundated fifth wheel near the Cowlitz River in Randle on Tuesday, Dec. 9.
Airbnb provides 700 free nights to support flood-displaced households
In response to December’s catastrophic flooding that displaced hundreds of families across Washington, global stay and experience platform Airbnb is providing 700 free nights of temporary housing … more
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A deer walks along a field near the Skyline Loop Trail as the sun sets at Mount Rainier National Park on Monday, Sept. 22.
Washington outdoors in 2025: The Enchantments, ski area delays and more
This year was exceptionally heavy with news on the outdoors beat, especially as national politics intruded on the solitude of hikers and backpackers. Changes in federal public lands policy had direct … more
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Kristi Pruett poses for a photo with her supporters at the Bolder Athlete Legends Championship in Tempe, Arizona.
Crossfit: Pruett finishes first at Bolder Athlete Legends Championship
Kristi Pruett had no plans to become one of the top competitors in the CrossFit masters division in the nation when she began working out at CrossFit Sentry in Centralia a decade ago. Now, … more
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Sean Cole Morgan
Serial indecent exposure offender sentenced to 7.5 years in prison for crime at Centralia College 
A 38-year-old Level 3 sex offender with nine previous indecent exposure convictions has earned his 10th. He was sentenced Tuesday to just over 7.5 years in prison.  Sean C. Morgan … more
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WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs beginning Dec. 31
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Wednesday confirmed razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach , Twin Harbors , Copalis and Mocrocks beaches from Dec. 31 … more
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Centralia parks and trails, Borst Park drive-thru lights closed due to high winds
Out of an abundance of caution for public safety, the City of Centralia Parks and Recreation department announced the temporary closure of all parks and trails effective at 10 a.m. Wednesday due to … more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson smiles at his family during his inaugural address at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia on Wednesday, Jan. 15.
Washington governor calls for tapping reserve fund and climate law cash to fill budget hole
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson made a splash Tuesday with his full-throated endorsement of taxing the earnings of millionaires. The surprise declaration from the first-term Democratic governor … more
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Grays Harbor County coroner determines homicide as cause of death for woman found on beach
On the morning of Oct. 22, the Grays Harbor Coroner’s Office was dispatched to the scene of a body found on the beach north of Ocean Shores, later identified as 51-year-old Annie Fears of Tacoma. … more
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A Christmas tree shines bright at Yelm City Park on Monday, Dec. 1.
Christmas tree growers are trying out a new species in the Northwest
In the lumber-centric Pacific Northwest, Douglas and noble fir are the classic choices for a Christmas tree — aromatic, good for ornaments and able to last a few weeks. But with hotter and … more
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Three men accused of ‘brutal attack’ on man at Pe Ell gas station 
Three men accused of beating up a man at a gas station in Pe Ell on Monday are facing felony charges  Jeremy Lynn Waid, 43; his 24-year-old son, Caiden O’Brian Earl Waid; and his … more
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