1. The Southwest Washington Fairgrounds is being readied for next week’s community celebration

    Curt and Jean Pannkuk, Superintendents of the Fair’s Wildlife Hall, have added a new look with freshly stained picnic benches and colorful flower pots. CHEHALIS – The Southwest Washington Fairgrounds is an ever-changing landscape with the opening of this year’s six-day community celebration on Tuesday, Aug. 15.“It won’t be long before this place is hoppin’,” said Lewis County Parks and Recreation Administrator B.J. Kuykendall. “The fairgrounds are transformational with carnival rides coming in and exhibits going up.” The fairgrounds’ Swine Barn was renovated with a $250,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Agriculture. A new swine barn will be …


    News Room - Aug. 9, 2023, 1:56 p.m.

  2. Press Release: Detectives investigate apparent murder suicide in Winlock

    Click here for original press release: PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 10-09-17 @ 1130 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 1 Detectives investigate apparent murder suicide in Winlock. Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred last night. On 10/08/2017, at approximately 6:30 PM, deputies were dispatched to a shooting incident occurring in the 600 block of Tennessee Road in Winlock. Initially deputies and fire personnel had been at the residence at approximately 4:14 PM when a 63 year old female had accidentally fallen into a well while trying to add chlorine. The female had fallen approximately 50 …


    Sheriff - Oct. 9, 2017, 11:49 a.m.

  3. Tire Recycling Event in Packwood

    Free tire recycling, along with a community litter clean-up event, will be offered in Packwood on Friday and Saturday.Passenger car and light truck tires will be accepted for free recycling from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 24 and Sept. 25 at the Packwood Community Hall, 12935 US-12 Highway, thanks for a special tire amnesty grant from the Department of Ecology awarded to the Lewis County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Utility, which is coordinating the collection.An added opportunity on Sept. 25, National Public Lands Day, will be a community litter pick-up event, organized by the Packwood Improvement …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 23, 2021, 1:25 p.m.

  4. Tire Recycling & Community Litter Clean-up Event in Packwood

    Free tire recycling, along with a community litter clean-up event, will be offered in Packwood on Friday and Saturday.Passenger car and light truck tires will be accepted for free recycling from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 24 and Sept. 25 at the Packwood Community Hall, 12935 US-12 Highway, thanks for a special tire amnesty grant from the Department of Ecology awarded to the Lewis County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Utility, which is coordinating the collection.An added opportunity on Sept. 25, National Public Lands Day, will be a community litter pick-up event, organized by the Packwood Improvement …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 23, 2021, 1:27 p.m.

  5. Field Operations/Patrol

    FIELD OPERATIONS BUREAU – CHIEF RICK VAN WYCK The Field Operations Bureau encompasses the Patrol Division for the office. PATROL DIVISION: The Patrol Division is under the direct supervision of a Captain and consists of four squads. A Sergeant leads each squad, and each squad is comprised of five deputies.Deputies are responsible for responding to emergencies, investigating crimes that have occurred, conducting traffic enforcement, investigating motor vehicle collisions, serving of civil papers, sex offender registration checks and various other duties.The unincorporated area of Lewis County is divided into two geographic areas for the purpose of patrols. Mossyrock is the dividing …


    Sheriff - Jan. 27, 2015, 8:45 a.m.

  6. Announcing the Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board’s Stewardship Incentive Program

    Many of the noxious weeds that we fight daily are showing their “true colors” right now as tansy ragwort, purple loosestrife, and so many other noxious weeds are blooming in full force. Its this time of year that our office is inundated with calls from conscientious residents wanting to know how they can control their weeds and protect their property.In an effort to lend support and a little financial aid to landowners wanting to control these noxious weeds, Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board (LCNWCB) is rolling out the Stewardship Incentive Program.The Stewardship Incentive Program is a voluntary “mini” grant …


    Weed Control - Aug. 23, 2019, 11:58 a.m.

  7. 2020 Stewardship Incentive Program now open!

    April's showers are sure to bring May's weeds!As the sun starts to tease us with her infrequent and unannounced visits, we are reminded that the growing season will soon be upon us. Even the most dedicated farmer or master gardener is unlikely to get out there and enjoy spring before the weeds get their start on the growing season. So, as you are putting pencil to paper and planning the spring time plantings, weed control should be at the top of the "to do" list. To help some Lewis County residents in their efforts, we are offering the Stewardship Incentive …


    Weed Control - Feb. 14, 2020, 10:17 a.m.

  8. Juvenile Court Newsletters

    July 2021 August 2021 September 2021 The Lewis County Juvenile Court is happy to announce the first month of our new Juvenile Court Newsletter.Click on our new issue below to view our new art education programing, facility renovation plans, education engagement efforts, and staff introductions.July Newsletter Click on our new issue below to view our Lewis County Probation Officer roles, the groundbreaking work within our community, segments on the voice for the helpless and every child counts, followed up by updates within our department.August Newsletter Click on our new issue below to view our renovation details, local stories, our Detention …


    Juvenile Court - July 29, 2021, 12:17 p.m.

  9. 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.

  10. Leaf Exchange & Styrofoam Recycling Event

    Rake up and bag your leaves so gardeners and composters can put them to good use. Bagged leaves may be dropped off on the event day. Leaves will be available for pickup each day on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. You can also drop off your block and food-service Styrofoam during the event. Make sure the Styrofoam is clean, dry and free of tape. Put each type in clear plastic bags for drop-off. WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteers will be on hand to inspect material for drop off and to help the event run smoothly.


    Solid Waste - Oct. 17, 2022, 10:35 a.m.