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Last day to apply for 2013 Senior/Disability Exemption
December 31, 2012, is the last day to apply for a Senior/Disability Exemption for the 2013 tax year. Please contact the Lewis County Assessor's office at (360) 740-1392 or in person at 351 NW North St, Chehalis, on the 2nd floor of the Historical Courthouse. Information can be found on the requirements for qualification in the Washington State Department of Revenue's Publication Property Tax Exemption for Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons.
Assessor - Aug. 30, 2012, 10:13 a.m.
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Used motor oil can be dropped off at Hazo Hut today
Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, is open today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to accept unwanted household chemicals, up to 10 burned out fluorescent lights and up to 5 gallons of used motor oil or antifreeze. Hazo Hut is open every Wednesday and the first and the third Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Solid Waste - July 30, 2024, 3 p.m.
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Residents can drop off sensitive documents for shredding in Vader
Sensitive Document Shredding: Residents may bring up to 3 bags or boxes or sensitive documents they would like to have shredded from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 17. There is no charge for this service. The shredded paper will be recycled at a paper recycling facility at the conclusion of the event. The event will take place in the parking lot of Dailey Storage, 110 7th St., Vader, WA 98593.
Solid Waste - April 8, 2025, 12:41 p.m.
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Informational Brochures
Introduction to the Permit Process - Fact Sheet 1What is a Septic System & How Does it Work? - Fact Sheet 2Septic System Myths - Fact Sheet 3Safe Substitutes for Hazardous Household Products - Fact Sheet 4How do I Maintain my Septic System? - Fact Sheet 5What can go Wrong with a Septic System? - Fact Sheet 6Operation & Maintenance of Your Gravelless Drainfield - Fact Sheet 7Operation & Maintenance of Your Mound System - Fact Sheet 8Operation & Maintenance of Your Pressure Distribution System - Fact Sheet 9
Environmental Health - Jan. 31, 2020, 9:58 a.m.
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Human Skull Found Near Mineral
Lewis County Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating a partial human skull found in a wooded area near Mineral on Saturday, March 26, 2011. The skull was located by someone hiking in the area. Detectives, with the assistance of Lewis County Search and Rescue, are continuing to search the area for potential evidence. At this time, identification of the skull is unknown. The skull will be sent to a forensic pathologist for further examination. ###
Sheriff - March 30, 2011, 11:16 a.m.
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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.
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Retiring Lewis County Public Works mechanic – a dependable problem-solver
Lewis County Public Works journeyman mechanic Neal Allen. Retiring heavy equipment mechanic Neal Allen, center, stands with his Public Works coworkers, from left, Jeff Sanford, Terry Bower, Central Shop Supervisor Arlie Champ and Ben Sabin. CHEHALIS – A truck carrying supplies for road work being done on some of Lewis County’s over 1,000 miles of pavement had become disabled late in the afternoon, threatening to interrupt planned road maintenance.Lewis County Public Works employee Neal Allen and his coworkers stayed until 2 a.m. the next morning to get the disabled truck running.That’s one of the countless stories shared by Allen and …
News Room - Oct. 27, 2023, 12:10 p.m.
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Ride the Willapa 2024! Volunteer Opportunity!
Calling all CERT Volunteers! Get ready to be part of something truly special – the Ride the Williapa 2024! We're gearing up for an exhilarating event, and we need your help to make it unforgettable.This is a two day event or more like 1 and half day event. We will have shifts on Saturday and Sunday.Are you passionate about supporting your community? Do you thrive in a lively atmosphere filled with camaraderie and excitement? Then we want YOU to join your fellow CERT volunteers at the CERES Hill aid station!Here's your chance to be at the heart of the action, …
Emergency Management - May 7, 2024, 4:23 p.m.
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Ride the Willapa 2024! Volunteer Opportunity!
Calling all CERT Volunteers! Get ready to be part of something truly special – the Ride the Williapa 2024! We're gearing up for an exhilarating event, and we need your help to make it unforgettable.This is a two day event or more like 1 and half day event. We will have shifts on Saturday and Sunday.Are you passionate about supporting your community? Do you thrive in a lively atmosphere filled with camaraderie and excitement? Then we want YOU to join your fellow CERT volunteers at the CERES Hill aid station!Here's your chance to be at the heart of the action, …
Emergency Management - May 7, 2024, 4:23 p.m.
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23-324 Approve an interlocal agreement between Lewis County and the City of Morton for support of radio communications equipment and systems.
Please see the attached interlocal agreement.
Commissioners - Dec. 8, 2023, 9:13 a.m.