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The public safety community shares appreciation for retiring traffic safety advocate
Dianne Swanson, left, and Lewis County Sheriff’s Sgt. Jeff Godbey at the Sheriff’s Office in Chehalis, Sept. 6. CHEHALIS – The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office stands to benefit from a portion of a $65,000 grant from the Washington State Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC). The funds will be split between law enforcement agencies in Lewis, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum Counties.Dianne Swanson announced the financial award at the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday, Sept. 6. For more than five years, Swanson, who retires at the end of the month, has led the three-county WTSC Target Zero Traffic Safety Program aimed at reducing …
News Room - Sept. 7, 2023, 3:55 p.m.
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National Adoption Day Celebration
Local Group Celebrates National Adoption Day On Friday, November 20, 2015, at the Lewis County Law and Justice Center in Chehalis, Lewis County Superior and Juvenile Court and the Division of Children and Family Services will celebrate the joys of adoption and encourage more people to give children permanent families through adoption. A reception will follow at the Law and Justice Center, 1st Floor, training room at 2:00 pm. This celebration is part of a nationwide effort to call special attention to the 100,000 foster children waiting in the United States for adoption, and to celebrate all loving families that …
Superior Court - Oct. 12, 2015, 10:33 a.m.
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District 3
Scott J. BrummerCounty Commissioner, District #3Term: January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2026Commissioner Scott Brummer says it’s a privilege to represent the people of East Lewis County. He has been a part of the Lewis County community for 30 years and says there is no better place to reside than in the State of Washington.Commissioner Brummer believes in retaining the core values of honesty, integrity, accountability and hard work at the center of county government. He is committed to ensuring responsive and efficient services to meet the needs of Lewis County residents. He maintains a vision of a thriving, rural …
Commissioners - March 11, 2016, 1:49 p.m.
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Onalaska Subarea Plan Community Advisory Committee meeting
The Community Advisory Committee (CAC), made up of property owners and neighbors in Onalaska, will begin meeting on Sept. 19. There is still room on the CAC for more members. If you are interested, please contact Mindy Brooks at mindy.brooks@lewiscountywa.gov or 360-740-2610. The Onalaska Subarea Plan is an updated to the 2017 plan and will include a 20-year vision, goals and policies to help guide and manage growth.
News Room - Aug. 25, 2023, 9:06 a.m.
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Brazilian Elodea
Egeria densa Brazilian Elodea - Also known as Brazilian Waterweed, its a fully submerged ornamental that is used primarily in fish aquariums.Leaves: Lower leaves grow in a whorled formation and typically consist of 4 leaves per whorl. Upper portions of stem often appear more dense than the base. Color can vary from bright to dark green depending on light availability, time of year and growing conditions.Flowers: Small white flowers with 3 petals and yellow center, on thread-like stems will often breech the water's surface when in bloom. Blooms in summer.Habitat: Can infest the beds of freshwater lakes or rivers or …
Weed Control - Sept. 26, 2022, 11:01 a.m.
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Disabled Persons Can Weather Winter Storms With Energy Resilience
Conversations around town have turned to winter storms—ice, snow and wind are common at this time of year, and it can be hard to know how to be prepared. For those in our community who have disabilities, special needs, or who need electricity to function, the threat of power-outs and winter weather can be more than just a little scary. It can be life-threatening. More information.
Public Health - Oct. 3, 2018, 11:30 a.m.
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Texas Rangers Assist Detectives with Arrest of Child Molester
On October 17, 2012, detectives from the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office made a request to Company “B” of the Garland Division of the Texas Rangers to attempt contact with a suspect in a 2007 child molestation case that occurred in the Pe Ell area. Michael T. Yeager, 41 years of age, currently residing in Quitman, Texas was wanted for voyeurism and six counts of 3rd degree child molestation. The original complaint, in 2007, involved Yeager molesting his girlfriend’s fourteen year old daughter while they resided together in the Pe Ell area. The alleged crime occurred over a several year span. …
Sheriff - Oct. 19, 2012, 11:39 a.m.
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Lewis County Seeks Consultant for Comprehensive Plan Update
Lewis County and all cities in the county are required by the Washington State Growth Management Act to update their comprehensive plans. The Lewis County Comprehensive Plan identifies a vision for the future for the community, and establishes a set of long-term goals, policies and land use patterns for growth over a 20-year period. Updates will include changes to the zoning map and development regulations. The updates must be completed by June 2025. In July, the county expects to receive a grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce to fund the mandated updates. The Lewis County Department of Community …
Community Development - June 29, 2023, 9:45 a.m.
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Accepting a bid on tax title property off Craig Road, Packwood. Any other offers must be submitted within 15 days of the notice.
Please see the attached notice.
Commissioners - June 7, 2023, 12:15 p.m.
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Tansy Disposal Days! (Pre-Flower Event)
Tansy Disposal days are nearly here! And this year the first round will have raffle prizes! Bring in a bag of your pulled Tansy Ragwort rosettes and we will give you a ticket for a raffle drawing. We have a couple of local businesses sponsoring this event including Nea's IceCream and the Chehalis Farm Store! Let us cover the dump fees for your noxious tansy control! If you have any questions or need more information please contact us weeds@lewiscountywa.gov. *We will only accept BAGGED tansy that has been adequately secured.
Weed Control - May 19, 2023, 9:02 a.m.
