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Round barn in Chehalis featured in new Washington State University book
Only a tiny percentage of the approximately 3,000 barns in Washington state are round, but the 14 currently standing are a picturesque, beloved part of the region’s landscape, including one in
UPDATE: Assistant city manager, city attorney leave Longview
Longview is paying Assistant City Manager Ann Rivers and City Attorney Dana Gigler at least $100,000 combined to stop working for the city. Gigler and Rivers have agreed to buyout and separation agreements sent to them in the last two weeks by interim City Manager Jim Duscha. Gigler signed her agreement May 9 and will take effect on May 30, according to city records obtained through a public records request. Rivers’ agreement was signed Monday and took effect immediately.
Recognized: CMHS receives Gold Council Award
Clatskanie High School has received the Gold Council Award, a recognition for having a high-achieving leadership program. Clatskanie High School was one of 21 high schools and five middle schools in the state that received recognition. The school was awarded the Gold Council Award at the OASC Spring Leadership Conference in April. The award, sponsored by the Oregon Association of Student Councils (OASC), sets high standards for student councils and...
93-year-old Centralia man vanishes after walking from home in 2020. His family is still searching for answers
CENTRALIA, Wash. — Robert Gerard’s family has feared the worst for nearly four years. On July 6, 2020, the 93-year-old dementia patient walked away from his Centralia home. A neighbor gave him a ride to the intersection of Pearl and Reynolds. Gerard has not been seen since. "We...
On Target: Rainier Trap Team shines at Newberg Tournament
In an effort to zero in on their target of the State Championship next month, the Rainier Trap Team traveled to Newberg for a youth tournament recently. On May 11, fifteen team members made the trip, and they had some great results, according to Head Coach Jeff Sorenson. The tournament was a “100-bird” tournament, which is the same format as the state competition, and it gave the kids a great chance to get some experience. ...
Man accused of breaking into Centralia house, feeding dog on released on unsecured bail
A man accused of breaking into a Centralia residence, feeding a dog and leaving with stolen items on Friday was released from the Lewis County Jail on $10,000 unsecured bail on Monday.
Family-Friendly Arcade With Axe-Throwing and Bar Expands to Olympia
Arcade games for kids? Check. Nostalgic games adults love? Check. Amazing food? Check. A full bar for adults only? Check. Private room rentals? Check. Insert Coin, a family-friendly arcade in Centralia is expanding to Olympia with a huge space that’s going to include more games, more food, more beer and axe throwing!
Sirens: Burglar exits home as homeowners arrive; officers respond to man on bridge ledge; car enthusiasts record fight
CENTRALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT Mental health crisis • Just before 8:20 a.m. on May 17, officers assisted the Washington State Patrol with a subject who was sitting on the Interstate 5
$2 movies: Midway Cinema announces Family Summer Series in Chehalis
Midway Cinema in Chehalis has announced this year's Family Summer Series. From June 22 through Aug. 14, the cinema will show two family-friendly movies at 10 a.m. every Saturday and ...
OnPoint announces its Educator of the Year winners
PORTLAND, Ore. — It’s that time of year again for four educators in Oregon and Southwest Washington to be honored with the Educator of the Year Award from OnPoint Community Credit Union. The recipients get their mortgage or rent paid for an entire year, and their school gets a $2,500 donation.
Riverside Fire Authority gets $350,000 grant from Co-Response Outreach Alliance
The Riverside Fire Authority in Centralia is among nine fire departments from across Washington state that have been selected to receive grants to start or expand a co-response program and more ...
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