1. Get Outside and Get Garden Wise!

    Mother Nature has decided to bestow upon us some glorious sunshine, and if you ask us, timing couldn’t be better because April just happens to be National Garden Month! Now is the time to get out, get dirty, and get garden wise!Escaping the home garden or landscape setting is one of the primary pathways that “ornamental plants” become “invasive plants” in Washington State. Once established, these “ornamentals” can outcompete native vegetation and, ultimately, change the entire ecosystem from the ground up. Once a habitat lacks native vegetation, there is no longer a food source for native insects, without an insect …


    Weed Control - April 9, 2020, 9:14 a.m.

  2. Scotch Broom

    Cytisus scoparius Scotch Broom - Everyone's favorite noxious weed! A woody perennial shrub that has many branches. Plants can range from 3-10 feet tall.Leaves: Scotch Broom has few leaves. The upper leaves are simple with the lower leaves being 3 parted. Leaves are pointed at each end and can fall early in the year, leaving bare, green stems.Flowers: Flowers bloom from March through June. Typical pea family flowers in shape. Bright yellow in color with 5 petals.Habitat: Typically, can be found along roadsides, in pastures, grasslands, and open areas with recent soil disturbance.Weed Classification: B SelectWhy is it a Noxious …


    Weed Control - Sept. 29, 2022, 9:48 a.m.

  3. Giant Hogweed

    Heracleum mantegazzianum Giant Hogweed - A perennial, or sometimes biennial, plant capable of growing 15-20 feet tall. Stout dark reddish-purple splotched stems and leaf stalks.Leaves: Leaves can grow up to 5 feet wide, and they are deeply cut/lobed and sharply toothed edges.Flowers: Flowers bloom from June-August. Flower clusters can grow 2.5 feet wide and are umbrella shaped with many small white flowers.Habitat: Can grow in a variety of habitats, but primarily found along roadsides, rights-of-way, vacant lots, streams, and rivers.Weed Classification: AWhy is it a Noxious Weed?Due to the plant's height, it forms dense canopies that outcompete native species. Plants …


    Weed Control - Sept. 29, 2022, 10:57 a.m.

  4. Sheriff's Statement - Coroner's Inquest: Ronda Reynolds

    In response to media inquiries, the following statement is provided: Since becoming Sheriff in 2005, my Office has worked diligently to address all legitimate concerns and information brought to our attention regarding the Ronda Reynolds investigation. My Office has spent considerable time and effort in evaluating, investigating and reviewing all information, both new and old, surrounding the Ronda Reynolds case. Our actions have been fair, impartial, and complete. Perhaps the process of the Coroner’s Inquest will bring forth new information that my Office can act upon and/or possibly bring some resolution to the Reynolds & Thompson families. However, the Coroner’s …


    Sheriff - Oct. 10, 2011, 2:52 p.m.

  5. 2015 Vader-Enchanted Valley Water System Plan

    2015 Vader-Enchanted Valley Water System PlanDocuments:Table of ContentsAbbreviations & AcronymsSection 1 - IntroductionSection 2 - DescriptionSection 3 - Planning Data & DemandSection 4 - System AnalysisSection 5 - Water Use Efficiency ProgramSection 6 - Water QualitySection 7 - Source Water ProtectionSection 8 - Operation & Maintenance ProgramSection 9 - Design & Construction StandardsSection 10 - Improvement ProgramSection 11 - Financial ProgramAppendices:Appendix A - Water Facilities Inventory FormAppendix B - WSP Review & Approval DocumentsAppendix C - Water Rights CertificatesAppendix D - Hydraulic AnalysesAppendix E - Water Loss Action PlanAppendix F - Coliform Monitoring PlanAppendix G - Stage 2 DBPR Compliance …


    Public Works - Jan. 28, 2016, 12:39 p.m.

  6. Visit the Recycler/Composter Volunteer Booth at the Fair!

    Visit the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter booth at the Southwest Washington Fair. Volunteers will be at their booth in the Floral Building from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today to share information about their programs, educational workshops, and community events. They have flyers to hand out about their upcoming Repair & Sustainability Fair scheduled for Sept. 23 at Centralia College. If you have something that you want to repair instead of throw away, or are handy in fixing things, stop by the booth to learn more! Also, check out their upcycled garden next to the North Gate entrance …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 16, 2023, 11:12 a.m.

  7. Visit the Recycle/Composter Volunteer Booth at the Fair! (8/17)

    Visit the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter booth at the Southwest Washington Fair. Volunteers will be at their booth in the Floral Building from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today to share information about their programs, educational workshops, and community events. They have flyers to hand out about their upcoming Repair & Sustainability Fair scheduled for Sept. 23 at Centralia College. If you have something that you want to repair instead of throw away, or are handy in fixing things, stop by the booth to learn more! Also, check out their upcycled garden next to the North Gate entrance …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 16, 2023, 11:14 a.m.

  8. Visit the Recycler/Composter Volunteer Booth at the Fair! (8/18)

    Visit the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter booth at the Southwest Washington Fair. Volunteers will be at their booth in the Floral Building from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today to share information about their programs, educational workshops, and community events. They have flyers to hand out about their upcoming Repair & Sustainability Fair scheduled for Sept. 23 at Centralia College. If you have something that you want to repair instead of throw away, or are handy in fixing things, stop by the booth to learn more! Also, check out their upcycled garden next to the North Gate entrance …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 16, 2023, 11:14 a.m.

  9. Visit the Recycler/Composter Volunteer Booth at the Fair! (8/19)

    Visit the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter booth at the Southwest Washington Fair. Volunteers will be at their booth in the Floral Building from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today to share information about their programs, educational workshops, and community events. They have flyers to hand out about their upcoming Repair & Sustainability Fair scheduled for Sept. 23 at Centralia College. If you have something that you want to repair instead of throw away, or are handy in fixing things, stop by the booth to learn more! Also, check out their upcycled garden next to the North Gate entrance …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 16, 2023, 11:15 a.m.

  10. Visit the Recycler/Composter Volunteer Booth at the Fair! (8/20)

    Visit the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter booth at the Southwest Washington Fair. Volunteers will be at their booth in the Floral Building from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today to share information about their programs, educational workshops, and community events. They have flyers to hand out about their upcoming Repair & Sustainability Fair scheduled for Sept. 23 at Centralia College. If you have something that you want to repair instead of throw away, or are handy in fixing things, stop by the booth to learn more! Also, check out their upcycled garden next to the North Gate entrance …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 16, 2023, 11:16 a.m.