1. Notice of Noxious Weed Control Board Vacancy

    The Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board currently has an expiration of term of office on its five-member board. The vacancy occurs in: Weed District 1 which includes the communities of: Adna, Curtis, Boistfort, Dryad & Pe Ell. The Board positions are four-year terms that shall be filled by a person engaged in agricultural practices. Noxious Weed Control Board positions are non-paid, volunteer positions. Meetings are held as determined by the Board. Duties of the Board include adoption of the CountyWeed list and providing direction for Weed Board programs. Persons interested in appointment to the Board shall make a written …


    Weed Control - May 14, 2018, 10:06 a.m.

  2. Lewis County lifts restrictions on outdoor burning effective Oct. 9

    CHEHALIS – Outdoor burn restrictions on land in unincorporated Lewis County will be lifted at 12:01 a.m. Monday, Oct. 9.After careful review of the current and extended weather forecast, Lewis County Fire Marshal Doyle Sanford has determined that current weather conditions within Lewis County have improved and outdoor burning will be permitted, subject to an open burning application and approved permit.“I strongly urge all county residents and property owners to be attentive to the condition of their properties through proactive fire prevention measures,” said Sanford. “Always have fire-extinguishing equipment readily available and supervise all outdoor fires until they’re completely out.”The …


    News Room - Oct. 6, 2023, 12:02 p.m.

  3. County seeks volunteers for Planning Commission

    The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is looking for volunteers interested in serving on the Lewis County Planning Commission.The Lewis County Planning Commission assists Lewis County’s Community Development department in carrying out its duties, including helping prepare and execute the Comprehensive Plan and helping adopt development regulations. The Planning Commission – which is made up of seven members who each serve four-year terms – meets twice a month (6 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month). A Zoom option is available for the group’s meetings. The Planning Commission has two vacancies, one in Commissioner District 1 …


    Commissioners - Nov. 18, 2025, 9:32 a.m.

  4. Lewis County Transfer Stations are open Memorial Day

    Lewis County Transfer Stations are open regular hours on Memorial Day, May 31. Centralia is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Morton is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Both sites close their in-bound gates 15 minutes prior to facility closure.Transfer stations are only closed on the following holidays: New Year's Day, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.


    Solid Waste - Feb. 19, 2021, 3:19 p.m.

  5. Lewis County Transfer Stations Open on Veterans Day

    Lewis County Transfer Stations are open regular hours on Nov. 11, 2021, Veterans Day. Centralia is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Morton is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Both sites close in-bound gates 15 minutes prior to facility closure! Transfer stations are only closed on the following holidays: New Year's Day, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.


    Solid Waste - Aug. 19, 2021, 11:08 a.m.

  6. Lewis County Fire Marshal issues outdoor burning restrictions

    CHEHALIS – The Lewis County Fire Marshal has announced burn restrictions on outdoor burning for unincorporated lands in the county, beginning at 12:00 a.m. Friday, June 9.Lewis County is experiencing unseasonably dry conditions and an unusual amount of runaway burn piles.“After careful review of the current and extended weather forecast, the Lewis County Commissioners, Community Development Director and Fire Marshal have determined that current weather conditions within Lewis County have created substantial fire danger,” said Lewis County Fire Marshal Doyle Sanford.Recreational campfires in designated campgrounds and on private lands are still allowed if:The campfire is no greater than 3 feet …


    News Room - June 8, 2023, 2:20 p.m.

  7. Lewis County Fire Marshal modifies burn restrictions, effective Sept. 23

    CHEHALIS – A burn ban in unincorporated Lewis County will be modified, effective at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23. Recreational fires and charcoal or wood BBQs only are permitted.After careful review of the current and extended weather forecast, the Lewis County Commissioners, Community Development Director and Fire Marshal have determined that current weather conditions within Lewis County have improved enough to modify current burning restrictions.“Cooler temperatures and higher humidity are predicted in the region over the next several days,” said Lewis County Fire Marshal Doyle Sanford in announcing the adjustment of burn restrictions. “Open burning is still not allowed and …


    News Room - Sept. 22, 2023, 4:17 p.m.

  8. Lewis County transfer stations closed for Christmas Day

    Lewis County transfer stations in Centralia and Morton are closed on Saturday, December 25 for the Christmas Day Holiday. Transfer stations are always closed on Sundays. They will resume their regular hours on Monday, Dec. 27. Centralia is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Morton is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In-bound gates at both transfer stations close 15 minutes prior to facility closure.


    Solid Waste - Feb. 3, 2021, 3:31 p.m.

  9. Lewis County Transfer Stations Open on July 5

    Lewis County Transfer Stations in Centralia and Morton will be open regular hours on July 5. Centralia will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Morton will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Inbound gates for both sites close 15 minutes prior to facility closure.The Administration Office at the Centralia site, however, will be closed. The Administration Office will return to regular hours on Tuesday, July 6.


    Solid Waste - May 11, 2021, 3:30 p.m.

  10. Transfer Stations Open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

    Lewis County transfer stations in Centralia and Morton will be open regular hours on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 17. Centralia is open 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Morton is open 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Remember that both sites close their gates 15 minutes prior to facility closure. The Administration Office at the Centralia site will not be open on the MLK holiday.


    Solid Waste - Jan. 3, 2022, 11:45 p.m.