1. Press Release: Lewis County Detectives Recover Body

    Click Here for Full Release: PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 06-28-18 @ 2225 Contact: Chief Deputy Bruce F. Kimsey Phone: 360-748-9286 Release #: 1 Lewis County Detectives Recover Body On June 27, at approximately 7:45 a.m. a 16 year old boy was reported as a runaway or possible missing person to the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) by the boy’s family. It was reported that the 16 year old lived with his father in Randle and was last seen on June 23, 2018. Prior to reporting him missing to law enforcement, family and friends attempted to locate the juvenile, but were unsuccessful. …


    Sheriff - June 28, 2018, 11:06 p.m.

  2. Public Works FAQ

    Do you pick up dead animals? Yes, but only if it is on the county right-of-way (road or ditch); not if it is on private property. Why can’t you just drain this swampy area so the road won’t get flooded? We have strict rules imposed on us by other departments such as Washington State Fish and Wildlife Department, Department of Ecology, and other State/Federal agencies. The problem must be related to a road. We cannot drain private land. Who do I call to get a ditch cleaned? The Area Supervisor can be contacted. Please call Public Works at (360)740-1123 to …


    Public Works - April 12, 2016, 1:18 p.m.

  3. 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.

  4. Stewardship Incentive Program Application Opens

    The SIP opens today March 1st! Lewis County Noxious Weed Control BoardStewardship Incentive Program IntroductionThe Stewardship Incentive Program is a voluntary “mini” grant program for Lewis County landowners, provided by the Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board (LCNWCB), with the goal of providing financial assistance to landowners in their efforts to control priority noxious weeds, as identified by Lewis County. Through a simple application process, LCNWCB will provide site-specific noxious weed identification, consultation on appropriate control measures, and reimbursement of up to 75% of the cost of approved noxious weed control measures or 100% of the cost of acquiring an …


    Weed Control - Feb. 21, 2023, 3:09 p.m.

  5. Washington State Boundary Review Board for Lewis County

    Updated Rules of Practice and Procedure On June 14, 2024, the Washington State Boundary Review Board for Lewis County will hold a public meeting to adopt updated Rules of Practice and Procedure. Information about the meeting will be available on the Events page 24 hours in advance. Current Annexations Under Review LCFD #17 MergerProposal to merge Lewis County Fire District #17 with Pierce County Fire District #23.MSC24-0040 NOIMSC24-0040 NOI MemoMSC24-0040 Exhibit AMSC24-0040 Exhibit BMSC24-0040 Exhibit CMSC24-0040 Exhibit DMSC24-0040 Exhibit E The Role of the Boundary Review Board The Washington State Boundary Review Board for Lewis County reviews proposals for boundary …


    Community Development - Jan. 26, 2024, 10:44 a.m.

  6. Civil

    COVID-19 NOTICE - STATE & FEDERAL PROCLAMATIONSThe State of Washington mandates all County Sheriff's Offices maintain a Civil Division. It is the duty of the Sheriff to execute the service of process, orders of the courts, and of judicial officers, when delivered to the Sheriff for that purpose. The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for service of various court documents when a fee is paid, such as: summons, complaints, criminal and civil subpoenas, petitions, notice of claims, family court orders, various types of protection orders (no fee for DV, Sexual Assault, Stalking or Vulnerable Adult protection orders), and numerous …


    Sheriff - March 17, 2015, 12:20 p.m.

  7. Press Release: Fourth Arrest Made in Death of Randle Teenager

    Click here for full Press Release: PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 07-12-18 @ 0945 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 4 Fourth Arrest Made in Death of Randle Teenager Yesterday evening Emma L. Brown, a 20 year old female of Glenoma, was arrested after turning herself in at the Lewis County Jail on an outstanding arrest warrant. Earlier in the day an arrest warrant had been issued for Rendering Criminal Assistance in the 1st Degree with a $1,000,000 bail. Emma Brown is the fiancée to Jonathon Adamson and her arrest is based on her actions and knowledge of …


    Sheriff - July 12, 2018, 10:01 a.m.

  8. Press Release: Third Arrest Made in Death of Randle Teenager

    Click Here For Full Press Release PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 07-11-18 @ 1100 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 3 Third Arrest Made in Death of Randle Teenager Yesterday evening Detectives arrested 43 year old Kindra Rose Adamson of Randle for Rendering Criminal Assistance in the 1st Degree. Kindra Adamson is the mother of the two previously arrested suspects. Her arrest is based on her actions and knowledge of the crime after the homicide, but prior to the arrest of the two suspects. The arrest occurred in Yakima County, with the assistance of the Yakima County Sheriff’s …


    Sheriff - July 11, 2018, 12:10 p.m.

  9. History

    1845-1847 United States Marshall Joe Meek became the first official Law Enforcement Officer in Lewis County. The northern county boundary was reset at the 49th parallel, the present United States/Canadian Border, in 1846. 1847-1848 John R. Jackson became the 1st elected Sheriff of Lewis County, which had a population of 275 in the first census. The first taxes in Lewis County were also collected, including a poll tax of fifty cents on each male under the age of sixty. 1848-1849 Antonio B. Rabbeson became the 2nd elected Sheriff of Lewis County and Block House was built at Cowlitz Landing for …


    Sheriff - Feb. 5, 2016, 3:11 p.m.

  10. WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers

    Plan to attend Tools, Treasures & Treats to support the MRC Tool Bucket Library The MRC Tool Bucket Library is now open, accepting members, and checking out tools! Please visit www.mrctoolbucketlibrary.org to learn about becoming a member, volunteering, and tools available for checkout.Tools, Treasures & Treats on Oct. 10 and 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days at Floral Park. This event will feature a tool sale of donated items and baked goods. On Saturday, Oct. 11, a cider press will be put into action for customers bringing their own apples and containers. Donations will be accepted to …


    Solid Waste - Jan. 23, 2021, 9:43 a.m.