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Gov. Jay Inslee speaks to the media on the last day of the 2024 Legislature at the state Capitol on Thursday, March 7.
No more statute of limitations in civil child sex abuse cases in Washington
A bill that removes the statute of limitations for civil claims on child sexual abuse has been signed into law by Gov. Jay Inslee. Rep. Darya Farivar, D-Seattle, sponsored HB 1618. … more
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A small group of citizens in Columbia County are debating closing the library in Dayton over a long-simmering dispute about the placement of a few young adult books, about gender, sexuality and race.
Washington passes bill to protect libraries, as other states target them
SEATTLE — Washington has passed legislation intended to safeguard its public libraries, after a small city in the southeastern corner of the state nearly became the first community in the … more
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Toledo High School second trimester honor roll 
Following are members of Toledo High School’s second trimester honor roll. Students are listed in alphabetical order.  12th grade  Principal’s list: 3.75 to 4.0  … more
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FILE PHOTO — Judge James W. Lawler talks to the Williams family as they sign paperwork for adoption in Lewis County Superior Court in Chehalis in November 2023..
Lewis County Superior Court Judge James Lawler to retire at the end of his term in January 
After 17 years on the bench, Lewis County Superior Court Judge James Lawler announced Tuesday that he will retire at the end of his term in January 2025.  “It has been an honor to … more
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Lewis County Law and Justice Center
Man charged for assaults at Centralia health care facility now accused of attacking jail staff in Pacific County
A man facing a felony charge for allegedly assaulting a patient and a staff member at a mental health care facility in Centralia in November is now under investigation for allegedly assaulting a … more
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The Lewis County Tennis Association has been pursuing the development of a modern indoor tennis complex to serve the community's growing interest in the sport, according to the release.
Chehalis Activators announce $25,000 donation toward new tennis facility 
The Chehalis Activators, a nonprofit organization committed to supporting youth sports programs at Chehalis Middle School, has announced a donation of $25,000 to the Chehalis Foundation.  … more
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Family members of fallen Washington State Patrol Trooper (WSP) Justin Schaffer pose with 20th Distict state Rep. Ed Orcutt, back left, 20th District state Rep. Peter Abbarno, back center, WSP Chief John Batiste, back right, and 19th District state Sen. Jeff Wilson, third from right, after unveiling the sign marking the stretch of state Route 6 between Adna and Chehalis dedicated in Schaffer's memory on Sunday, March 24.
‘Courageous public servant’: Trooper Justin R. Schaffer Memorial Highway officially dedicated
Four years to the day following the tragic loss of Washington State Patrol (WSP) Trooper Justin Schaffer, approximately 150 people gathered at Adna High School on Sunday, March 24, for a ceremony … more
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Lewis County Historical Museum Board Member Sara Light-Waller takes a photo of Madeline Elliott in her new fascinator in Chehalis on Saturday, March 23. The workshop, where participants were guided through the process of making a decorative fascinator headpiece, was organized by the museum and by The Shady Lady in Centralia.
In focus: Lewis County Historical Museum and The Shady Lady host fascinator hat workshop
Scribbles the miniature horse is pictured at his 28th birthday celebration at the Sharon Care Center nursing home in Centralia on Saturday, March 23.
Scribbles the miniature horse celebrates 28th birthday at Sharon Care Center in Centralia
It’s not uncommon for Sharon Care Center in Centralia to celebrate milestone birthdays, but Saturday’s party wasn’t for one of the senior living center’s residents. It … more
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The sun sets on Mount St. Helens on Saturday, March 16. Spending packages recently passed in Congress include $180,000 for the Army Corps of Engineers to monitor sediment at Mount St. Helens.
Congress passes second round of spending bills, averts government shutdown
By Mitchell Roland mitchell@chronline.com President Joe Biden signed a second package of six government spending bills on Saturday, March 23, averting the potential for a government … more
From left, David Sexsmith, Sylvester Stehr and Ben Mittge.
Napavine student wins advanced recital competition
David Sexsmith won the Lewis County Chapter of Washington State Music Teachers Association’s annual play-off competition last week at the Centralia Church of the Nazarene. Sexsmith, 14, … more
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Sirens: 'Tens of thousands of dollars' stolen; Boy, 14, assaults grandmother; Rock, not gunshots, breaks window
CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Theft • A possible theft was reported at a residence in the 300 block of South Yew Street at 8:15 a.m. on March 22. • “Tens of thousands of … more
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Winlock High School graduate Addison Hall on Friday night suited up for the NCAA Tournament as her Eastern Washington University Eagles took on Oregon State in the first round in Corvallis, Oregon.
In focus: Winlock grad Addison Hall suits up for NCAA Tournament
Winlock High School graduate Addison Hall on Friday night suited up for the NCAA Tournament as her Eastern Washington University Eagles took on Oregon State in the first round in Corvallis, Oregon. … more
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People browse the selection of over 18,000 books for sale at the Lewis County American Association of University Women’s used book sale at the Moose Lodge in Centralia on Thursday, March 21.
Lewis County AAUW’s book sale raises $19,500 for women’s education
The Lewis County Association of American University Women (AAUW) raised approximately $19,500 at its annual used book sale, which was held Thursday through Saturday at the Moose Lodge in Centralia. … more
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A bald eagle swoops down onto Fort Borst Lake in Centralia in May 2022.
Gov. Inslee signs Rep. Wilcox’s bill to study avian salmon predation
Gov. Jay Inslee has signed legislation to study the effect of avian predation on salmon populations in the state. House Bill 2293, sponsored by Rep. J.T. Wilcox, R-Yelm, establishes an Avian … more
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Tenino Farmers Market opens for 20th season on May 4
The Tenino Farmers Market will open for its 20th season on Saturday, May 4. This season, market attendees will find familiar returning vendors and new vendors, with flowers and baskets, … more
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Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez talks to visitors at Kemp Olson Memorial Park in Toledo during a town hall event on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez to host open house for students considering U.S. armed forces academies
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Washougal, will host an event next week for high school students and their families to explore a potential career in the U.S. armed forces. The service academy … more
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Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez tours a timber sale in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023.
Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez introduces bill banning government purchase of PFAS chemicals
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Washougal, has introduced bipartisan legislation to ban government agencies from purchasing products with harmful perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) or perfluorooctanoic … more
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Mixed martial arts fighter and W.F. West High School graduate Kayla Weed smiles after receiving the women's World Fighting Championships (WFC) championship belt after an opponent forfeited during WFC 167 at Little Creek Casino in Shelton on Saturday, March 23. Though her opponent dropped out before the fight, Weed was still able to come out and accept the WFC 145-pound title on Saturday. Weed was one of the first members and founders of the girls wrestling team at W.F. West.
In focus: W.F. West graduate and MMA fighter wins championship belt without a fight
Rep. Jim Walsh speaks during the “Let’s Go Washington” initiatives rally at the Capitol in Olympia on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024.
State GOP chair to host town hall in Centralia on Tuesday
Washington state Republican Party Chairman and state Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, will host a town hall recapping the 2024 legislative session on Tuesday in Centralia. In a news release, Walsh … more
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