1. COVID-19: What can I do to help?

    Give Blood The American Red Cross reminds everyone that blood and blood product donations are needed every day. You can donate safely, even during the COVID-19 outbreak. Learn more and make an appointment at: https://rcblood.org/3469Siq United Way DonationsUnited Way of Lewis County is now accepting donations to the Lewis County COVID-19 Response Fund. Click here for more information. VolunteerIf you are looking for opportunities to safely volunteer during the relief efforts in Lewis County, please visit http://volunteerlewis.org/


    Central Services - March 24, 2020, 9:54 a.m.

  2. New! STP - Transportation Enhancement Program Grant

    The Federal Transportation Acts have provided a 10% set-aside from the Surface Transportation Program (STP) for the enhancement program. The purpose of the transportation enhancement program is to fund projects that allow communities to strengthen the local economy, improve the quality of life, enhance the travel experience for people traveling by all modes and protect the environment. Projects must relate to surface transportation, and include at least one of the twelve (12) qualifying activities contained in the information located here. Applications are due by 5pm, Friday, July 16, 2010.


    Public Works - May 19, 2010, 9:57 a.m.

  3. Community Recycle Event in Pe Ell offers free drop off

    Community Recycle Event, Pe Ell Town Hall, 111 Main St., Pe Ell, WA 98572This event is on a first-come, first-served basis for residential customers. When containers are full for a certain recyclable item, they will be closed, and that those items will no longer be accepted.Household Hazardous WasteCleaners, pool chemicals, lawn chemicals, etc.Fluorescent lights/compact fluorescent lights, up to 10 per householdEvent will also collect the following for recycling:Televisions (under 42 inches), computer monitors, CPUs, laptops (two per household for electronic items)Clean yard waste*From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.* Sensitive Document Shredding (customers may bring up to three bags or boxes …


    Solid Waste - April 8, 2025, 1:17 p.m.

  4. Second weekend of Christmas tree recycling scheduled

    Residents can drop off their Christmas trees and burned out holiday lights this weekend today through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot outside the Centralia transfer station at 1411 S. Tower Ave. The event will conclude next weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). Please remove all decorations and tinsel from the trees. Donations will be accepted to support WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteer community outreach programs. Flocked and artificial trees will not be accepted. You may dispose of flocked or artificial trees at the transfer station, where regular fees will apply ($20 minimum for …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 8, 2025, 11:19 a.m.

  5. Final weekend for recycling Christmas trees and holiday lights

    Residents can drop off their Christmas trees and burned out holiday lights today, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot outside the Centralia transfer station at 1411 S. Tower Ave. This is the final weekend of the recycling event. Please remove all decorations and tinsel from the trees. Donations will be accepted to support WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteer community outreach programs. Flocked and artificial trees will not be accepted. You may dispose of flocked or artificial trees at the transfer station, where regular fees will apply ($20 minimum for 340 pounds …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 8, 2025, 11:24 a.m.

  6. Weed Board Meeting & County Noxious Weed List Hearing Feb. 12, 2019

    The Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board will be meeting on February 12, 2019 to adopt the 2019 Lewis County Noxious Weed list and its Rules and Regulations for the Weed Board. The public is welcome to attend the meeting and hearing to consider the adoption of the Lewis County Weed List. The meeting will be held at 4:00 PM in the Lewis County Courthouse, meeting room #003 at 351 NW North St, Chehalis, WA. The Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board will be considering the additions/changes made to the 2019 Washington State Noxious Weed List and will review and …


    Weed Control - Jan. 23, 2019, 10:01 a.m.

  7. Issue a request for proposals (RFP) for upgrades to the Jail door control and video surveillance systems

    Please see the attached April 18, 2022, update: The deadline for proposals has been extended to 4 p.m. May 9, 2022.


    Commissioners - April 8, 2022, 3:30 p.m.

  8. Notice of hearing for the renewal of a franchise to Cardinal FG Company to install, construct, operate and maintain natural gas utility facilities in Lewis County rights of way.

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Oct. 30, 2025, 11:20 a.m.

  9. Press Release: Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Many at Annual Meeting

    Click Here for Full Press Release PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 02-09-18 @ 0815 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 1 Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Many at Annual Meeting The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office held its annual meeting yesterday afternoon at Bethel Church in Chehalis. The office holds a meeting every year to recognize outstanding work by its employees and community members. Strategic planning and agency goals for the year ahead are also shared with employees and their families at the meeting. “This is a time of year my command staff and I look forward to every …


    Sheriff - Feb. 9, 2018, 10:29 a.m.

  10. 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.