1. Christmas tree and holiday light recycling continues today

    Residents can drop off their Christmas trees and burned out holiday lights today and 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 concludes 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 340 pounds or …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 8, 2025, 11:21 a.m.

  2. Remember to recycle your Christmas tree and unwanted holiday lights

    Residents can drop off their Christmas trees and burned out holiday lights today and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot outside the Centralia transfer station at 1411 S. Tower Ave. The event concludes 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 340 pounds or less.) …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 8, 2025, 11:22 a.m.

  3. 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.

  4. Final day for Christmas tree and holiday light recycling

    Residents can drop off their Christmas trees and burned out holiday lights today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot outside the Centralia transfer station at 1411 S. Tower Ave. Today is the final day for 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 or less.) This …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 8, 2025, 11:27 a.m.

  5. Drug and Alcohol Treatment

    Lewis County Juvenile Court works closely with True North to rehabilitate youth who struggle with drugs and alcohol.True North tries to help youth understand harmful behaviors, find alternative solutions, and work towards a goal to better themselves.True North will accept referrals from anyone (remaining anonymous), then they work with the youth to get to the root of the problem and create an individualized plan to help the youth based on their own needs.To schedule an assessment or reach the Intake Line please call (360) 494-6867.For more information visit https://www.truenorth113.org/ or contact:Thurston County (360) 464-6873Thurston County (Yelm) (360) 458-62336005 Tyee Drive …


    Juvenile Court - Aug. 2, 2021, 11:41 a.m.

  6. Bull Thistle

    Cirsium vulgare Bull Thistle - Biennial, herbaceous plant growing about 3-7 feet tall, with one stem.Leaves: Alternate, coarsely lobed leaves. Each lobe has a spiked tip. Top of leaves is rough with small spines, while the bottom has wooly hairs.Flowers: Flowers bloom from July-September. 1.5-2 inches across and are generally purple/pink (rarely white).Habitat: Primarily found in disturbed areas like pastures, roadsides, ditch banks, hayfields, prairies, and logged mountain areas.Weed Classification: CWhy is it a Noxious Weed?Bull Thistle tends to outcompete native vegetation and desired grazing forage.Bull thistle is commonly found in Lewis County. If you need control recommendations, please see …


    Weed Control - Oct. 6, 2022, 9:32 a.m.

  7. Motor Oil Recycling

    What types of oils can be recycled as used motor oil? Motor oil is only accepted for recycling at the Central Transfer Station in Centralia on days that the Hazo Hut is open to the public. The Hazo Hut is open every Wednesday, and the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The following oils can be recycled as used motor oil: Please remember that each household is limited to 5 gallons of used oil disposed of each day (RCW 70.95I.030) (5)(c).Engine oilTransmission fluidHydraulic fluidPower steering fluidGear oilKeroseneDiesel fuelAbsolutely none of the following fluids …


    Solid Waste - March 11, 2016, 4:35 p.m.

  8. Toxicology

    In some cases, blood will be sent to a toxicology laboratory for testing to determine what substances may be in the decedent's system and what those levels are.This testing can take 4-6 weeks to come back at which point the results are sent to the assigned Forensic Pathologist who will use the results to make the final determination of cause and manner of the death. The entire process can take up to 8 weeks.A Death Certificate can be issued for the case as soon as a mortuary has been chosen by the legal next of kin. The cause/manner of death …


    Coroner - Nov. 26, 2025, 10:35 a.m.

  9. Firearm Restoration Information

    Gun Rights InstructionsPetition Restoring Firearm RightsOrder Restoring Firearm Rights


    Prosecutor - April 24, 2020, 2:32 p.m.

  10. Driving Directions / Twin Transit Routes

    Coming From I-5 North Bound Take the 13th Street exit, Exit 76.At the end of the ramp, make a right turn onto Parkland Drive.Continue straight through the first stop light.The Public Parking lot will be the first parking lot on your left, across the street from the Relax Inn.The street address will be displayed "1255" on the wood paneling. Coming From I-5 South Bound Take the 13th Street exit, Exit 76.At the end of the ramp, make a left turn onto Parkland Drive.Continue straight through the first stop light.The Public Parking lot will be the first parking lot on your …


    Juvenile Court - Feb. 12, 2016, 11:26 a.m.