1. Upcoming Drop-In Legal Clinics: Oct–Dec 2025 Timberland Legal Aid

    We are pleased to share the schedule for our free, drop-in legal clinics taking place in Lewis, Wahkiakum, and Pacific Counties this fall and winter. Clinics are open to the public and operate first-come, first-served from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.Clinic Dates & LocationsSeptember 15 - (Note Date Change) Lewis County Law and Justice CenterOctober 8 – Wahkiakum County, Town of Cathlamet Community CenterOctober 10 – Lewis County, Law & Justice Center, Room #429, ChehalisNovember 13 – Pacific County, Superior Court Law Library, South BendNovember 14 – Lewis County, Law & Justice Center, Room #429, ChehalisDecember 9 – Wahkiakum County, …


    Public Defense - Sept. 3, 2025, 1:13 p.m.

  2. Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Fire and Deaths in Glenoma

    See Full News Release Here PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 02-09-17 @ 1130 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 1 Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Fire and Deaths in Glenoma The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office is conducting an investigation into a fire and related deaths in the Glenoma area. 9-1-1 was contacted at approximately 0323 hours by multiple callers who observed a fire at a residence in the 100 block of Frost Creek Road in Glenoma. Fire personnel from the Glenoma, Randle, Morton, and Mossyrock responded and later requested a fire investigator and law enforcement, as it was …


    Sheriff - Feb. 9, 2017, 11:36 a.m.

  3. Earth Day @ Chehalis River Discovery Trail!

    Show your support for natural resource protection and public spaces by participating in an invasive plant removal project at Chehalis River Discovery Trail. Learn about some of the noxious weeds that threaten our agriculture and natural ecosystems, along with some of the natives we like to encourage in these riparian areas. The Chehalis River Basin Land Trust will be there to show you some of the work they've done with the City of Centralia to improve salmon habitat along the Discovery Trail. Support will also be offered by the Lewis Conservation District and their Lewis County Stream Team. The trailhead …


    Weed Control - Feb. 28, 2023, 3:42 p.m.

  4. Judges

    Judge J. Andrew Toynbee, Department 1 Education: University of San Diego School of Law (J.D. 1992); University of Washington (B.A. 1988); Bellarmine Preparatory School (1984)Legal/Judicial Experience: Superior Court Commissioner Pro Tem from April 2015 to January 2017; Chief Criminal Deputy - Thurston County Prosecutor’s Office from 2006 to January 2017, Chief Criminal Deputy - Lewis County Prosecutor's Office from 2002 to 2006; Deputy Prosecutor from 1994 to 2002. Judge, Lewis County Superior Court, Department 1 (2017 - Present) Judge Paul A. Strophy, Department 2 Judge, Dept 2 Paul A. Strophy Education: Capital High School, Olympia, WA (1992); University of Washington …


    Superior Court - June 14, 2011, 8:23 a.m.

  5. Property Management

    The Property Management Section, of the Real Estate Services Division is responsible for managing (except operational matters) all real estate owned by Lewis County, Washington. It maintains the County road files and an inventory of all County-owned parcels. It acquires real estate and other property rights for various public purposes, evaluates the impact of requests to permanently encumber the property by easements, the grant of long-term leases, or the granting of temporary or indeterminate permits. This section also handles the processing of requests to sell surplus real estate, vacate unnecessary road right-of-way, and close county roads. It reviews all short …


    Public Works - May 5, 2009, 4:13 p.m.

  6. Group A

    These are water supplies that regularly serve 15 or more residential connections, 25 or more people per day for 60 or more days per year, or 1000 people for two days or more per year. Group A systems are regulated by the Washington State Department of Health (WSDOH) under WAC 246-290; Lewis County has an agreement with the State on Group A projects to administer and review WAN's and Well Site Inspections (see permitting and applications below).If you are interested in developing or revising a Group A system contact WSDOH at (360) 236-3030. For information on Group A Systems see …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 19, 2021, 12:53 p.m.

  7. Ongoing Projects

    Eradication: Class A Noxious Weeds Class A noxious weeds are Lewis County Noxious Weed Control's highest priority for early detection and rapid eradication. Generally, these noxious weeds are either entirely absent in Washington State or are only present in a very limited distribution. As such, and as required by law, the management goal for these weed species is total eradication in all plant parts. Garlic mustard, Giant hogweed, False brome and Milk thistle are all examples of Class A noxious weeds that have become more common in the state in recent years and could conceivably arrive in Lewis County from …


    Weed Control - March 20, 2015, 1:11 p.m.

  8. Lewis County launches project to plan for the future of Onalaska

    Onalaska Subarea Plan map CHEHALIS –Lewis County Community Development is working with the community of Onalaska on ways to manage and guide future growth. “Communities like Onalaska are experiencing pressure for new subdivisions as the price of housing pushes people away from urban centers to rural communities,” Lewis County Senior Long Range Planner Mindy Brooks said. “It is important for the community to come together and determine the best ways to manage the growth and development as it happens.”One tool available to address growth in Onalaska is called a subarea plan. A subarea plan is a road map that guides …


    News Room - May 31, 2023, 3:23 p.m.

  9. Lewis County businesses applauded for employing the developmentally disabled

    From left, Lewis County Manager Ryan Barrett, Developmental Disabilities Program Coordinator Sara Sons and Commissioner Sean Swope. CHEHALIS – Dozens of people gathered at The Loft in Chehalis Oct. 18 to celebrate Lewis County organizations and businesses that support individuals with developmental disabilities.The Lewis County Public Health and Social Services Developmental Disabilities Program and local social services providers recognized 27 local employers for their hiring practices of providing new opportunities for many in our communities. An estimated 35 people receiving developmental disabilities services are employed by businesses throughout Lewis County."Employment opens doors for people to gain financial freedom, opportunity to …


    News Room - Oct. 30, 2023, 4:31 p.m.

  10. Lewis County Law Enforcement Spring Clean-Up Warrant Sweep

    Click Here for Full Press Release: PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 05/11/18 Contact: Sergeant Danny Riordan Phone: (360) 740-2765Release #: 1 Lewis County Law Enforcement Spring Clean-up Warrant Sweep. On May 10th, 2018, deputies with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, troopers from the Washington State Patrol, officers from Washington State Fish and Wildlife, and deputies with the United States Marshal Service arrested 19 suspects on warrants, and made two probable cause arrests yesterday during Spring Clean-up Warrant Sweep. The collaborative event was conducted to locate and arrest people with outstanding warrants in the Lewis County area. The above mentioned law enforcement personnel …


    Sheriff - May 11, 2018, 5:18 p.m.