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Riverside Fire Authority, Centralia police and the Chehalis Fire Department respond to a scene at the end of Eckerson Road in Centralia near Blakeslee Junction where flames and a column of smoke rose from a structure inside a homeless encampment Tuesday, March 28, 2023.
UPDATED: Fire in Centralia Homeless Camp Came After WSDOT Posted Signs Giving Residents Days to Vacate
Black smoke was billowing over the Centralia skies on Tuesday night as law enforcement, the Riverside Fire Authority and other agencies responded to a blaze at Blakeslee Junction, the largest … more
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Ashley Alamanza Campos, 28, of Centralia, makes a remote appearance in Lewis County Superior Court on Monday.
Centralia Woman Accused of Driving Into Home, Severely Injuring Resident, Pleads Not Guilty
A woman accused of driving into a Centralia home, injuring a resident, while drunk early Saturday morning pleaded not guilty to vehicular assault and hit-and-run charges in Lewis County Superior … more
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New master weavers Coby Higheagle and Peggy McCloud, gatherers “Junior” or Aholagana Komakhuk and “William” or Agugaluk Komakhuk, siblings Jack Kesler and Clara Kesler, and artist Jeycee Zepeda are welcomed into the Hazel Pete family at the Chehalis Tribe Community Center in Oakville on Saturday.
Legacy of ‘Matriarch’ Hazel Pete Celebrated by Tribes
Honoring the legacy of Hazel Pete, a Chehalis Tribal “matriarch” as many knew her, people from tribes across Washington and beyond gathered on Saturday for a full day of crafts, food and … more
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FILE PHOTO — Lewis County Auditor Larry Grove locks up an Official Ballot Box at the Lewis County Courthouse in Chehalis.
Lewis County Auditor Recovering After Severe Heart Attack Friday Night
Lewis County Auditor Larry Grove, 69, suffered a significant heart attack at about 9 p.m. on Friday and was transported to Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia. His wife and neighbors began … more
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Mount Rainier is seen from Cook Road Southeast in Yelm in 2022.
Website Ranks Mount Rainier Top Mountain Climbing Destination in U.S. 
A study by the Journalists’ Research Department and the Family Destination Guide has named Mount Rainier as the top mountain climbing spot in the U.S. based on TripAdvisor ratings and reviews … more
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Aron Christensen and his dog, Buzzo, are pictured in these photos provided to The Chronicle by his family and friends.
Justice Delayed: Documents Shed Light on Tumultuous Investigation Into Death of Aron Christensen
Aron Christensen’s name first appeared in The Chronicle as part of a 30-word death notice on Aug. 31, 2022. It noted the Portland man had died Aug. 20 on a Walupt Lake hiking trail in East … more
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From left, Commissioner Scott Brummer, Judge James W. Lawler, Judge J. Andrew Toynbee and Commissioner Lindsey Pollock smile for a photo during a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Lewis County Juvenile Justice Center in Chehalis Friday morning.
Lewis County Cuts Ribbon on New Juvenile Courthouse at Green Hill School
Between the large prop scissors and the taped red ribbon, it was more of a ribbon-tearing ceremony.  Nonetheless, a year and a half after commissioners approved a $7.2 million contract for … more
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Erik Martin laughs as he receives a gift from Lewis County Public Health & Social Services Director Meja Handlen with a message that reads, “Erik, wash your hands & don’t be gross,” Wednesday afternoon in Chehalis.
Erik Martin Wraps up Time in Lewis County Manager Position
During a going away party Wednesday, a cake neatly summed up the attitude around Lewis County Manager Erik Martin’s departure. It read: “Fine. Go.” Similarly, icing on cookies … more
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Emma Bailey, 22, of Moscow, Idaho and Demetrius R. Robinson, 36, of Tacoma, appear in Lewis County Superior Court on Wednesday.
Two People in Custody After Man Dies of Apparent Overdose in Centralia Apartment 
Two people were arrested on drug offenses after law enforcement connected them to the overdose-related death of a 22-year-old man in Centralia on Tuesday.  Officers with the Centralia Police … more
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Owners Lisa and Dean Damitio pose for a photo inside the Hash Restaurant Tuesday afternoon in Centralia.
Hash: Centralia Provides New Breakfast Option and More
What began as just a coffee shop with a handful of breakfast items in Olympia five years ago has become so successful the owners have opened a second location in Centralia.  Hash: Centralia … more
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From left, Jo Martinez, Cathy Cavness, Laura Hewett, Betty Garrett, Kristi Nelson, Donna Loucks and Renae Seegmiller pose for a photo while setting up the Lewis County American Association of University Women (AAUW) used book sale at the Moose Lodge in Centralia on Tuesday. The sale began today and continues Friday, March 24, and Saturday, March 25 at the lodge, located at 1400 Grand Ave. in Centralia. The book sale hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Book prices will drop each day of the sale. On Thursday, book prices will be $3 for hardcover books and $2 for paperback books. On Friday, books will be $2 for hardcover and $1 for paperback. On Saturday, books will be sold at $5 per bag. Since the first book sale in 1979, the Lewis County AAUW book sale has provided thousands of locals with the opportunity to discover and purchase books of all types at bargain prices. Proceeds from the book sale support the mission of AAUW, education for women. The money raised from the book sale finances numerous scholarships for college and science, technology, engineering and math-focused summer camps for girls in middle and high school.
In Focus: AAUW Used Book Sale Launches on Thursday
In the first photo in this set, from left, Jo Martinez, Cathy Cavness, Laura Hewett, Betty Garrett, Kristi Nelson, Donna Loucks and Renae Seegmiller pose for a photo while setting up the Lewis County … more
Mossyrock High School seniors Reagan Olson and Josey Majors high-five after a cow sorting event where they competed for the W.F. West High School equestrian team during a district 6 meet on Sunday, March 19 at the Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds.
Students From Several Lewis County Schools Compete in W.F. West Equestrian Team’s First District Meet of the Year
Rivalries dissolve and Pirates, Loggers, Bearcats, Tigers (of both Napavine and Centralia), Cardinals, Riverhawks and Vikings become one in the equestrian world. Under the umbrella of the W.F. … more
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Hailie Haubrick raises her hand and cheers as Chef Eyner "Rene" Cardona cuts a ribbon during a grand opening ceremony alongside his wife Odilia Gaspar and General Manager Kristi Beebe Monday morning in Chehalis. Located at the former Kit Carson Family Restaurant building at 107 SW Interstate Ave., Ocean Prime’s menu will feature a variety of items, such as ribeye, tomahawk steaks, king salmon, ribs, soups, sandwiches, pasta and salads. For more information and to view Ocean Prime Family Restaurant’s full menu, visit its Facebook page.
In Focus: Cutting the Ribbon at Ocean Prime in Chehalis
Hailie Haubrick raised her hand and cheered as Chef Eyner "Rene" Cardona cut a ribbon during a grand opening  ceremony alongside his wife Odilia Gaspar and General Manager Kristi Beebe at at … more
Laurel Khan talks about a denial letter she received after reapplying for a liquor license with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board for Mackinaw’s in Chehalis on Thursday.
Liquor License Reapplication Denied for Chehalis Restaurant That Flouted COVID Closure Orders
Three years ago this month, when orders from the state closed businesses and schools at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Laurel Khan, owner of Chehalis restaurant Mackinaw’s, had no idea … more
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Connie and Spencer Davis pose for a photo alongside Kyle and Jena Aselton and their dogs Birdy and Willow at the Dirty Thumb Nursery along state Route 6 near Adna on Wednesday.
Trained by Previous Owners, Chehalis Couple to Reopen Adna’s Dirty Thumb Nursery
Fear not, Lewis County gardeners.  Dirty Thumb Nursery may have sold, but its founders firmly believe their successors are ready to take over and, eventually, expand the business to new … more
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Attendees gather at Toledo Middle School on Thursday for the Big Toledo Community Meeting.
Toledo Talks Growth — of Town and Plants Alike — at Annual ‘Big Meeting’
Vegetables, city limits, educational programs: they’re all growing in Toledo.  Even the kids are growing plants, through the “Toledo Learning Garden” greenhouse at the … more
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Thurston County Sheriff's Office deputies respond to an area near 201st Avenue Southwest with K9 Isa on Wednesday in Grand Mound.
Three Robbery Suspects Arrested Following K9 Track in Grand Mound Area on Wednesday 
Three people are in custody following an armed robbery at a business in the 21800 block of Old Highway 99 Southwest near Grand Mound on Wednesday.  The reporting party told law enforcement a … more
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Chef Eyner "Rene" Cardona and General Manager Kristi Beebe discuss details in preparation for Ocean Prime Family Restaurant's grand opening on Monday while a server fills salt and pepper shakers behind them.
Ocean Prime Family Restaurant Set to Open in Chehalis
Following months of renovations and preparation, Ocean Prime Family Restaurant, a new fine dining grill and bar in Chehalis, is set for its grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. on … more
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W.F. West High School hosts a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday for a new student store "The Crimson & Gray," powered by Lewis County Coffee Co. in Chehalis.
In Focus: W.F. West Trains Its Own Baristas for New Business Venture With Lewis County Coffee
Educational options for career pathways have recently increased at W.F. West High School thanks to new business and marketing teacher Kristin Ciolli. Students in Ciolli’s class have been … more
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A member of the Washington State Patrol carries caution tape away from a scene west of Chehalis on Tuesday.
Updated: Missing 69-Year-Old Chehalis Man Found Dead in Vehicle 
The 69-year-old Chehalis man who went missing March 6 was found dead in his vehicle Tuesday afternoon at the base of the Chehalis River bridge on state Route 6 near Interstate 5 in … more
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