1. Know Your Soil and How to Improve it with Compost!

    Know Your Soil and How to Improve it with Compost!: Attend this WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter workshop at 11 a.m. Feb. 21 at the Centralia Timberland Library to learn how to test your soil. By knowing your soil type (or which nutrients it may be lacking) you can make it better with compost. Specific topics will include the role of soil and microbes, soil texture and structure, soil nutrients and pH, and more. Email jason.adams@lewiscountywa.gov or call 360-740-1212 to to register.


    Solid Waste - Feb. 6, 2026, 12:56 p.m.

  2. Found Cellphone

    Found in the Chehalis/Toledo/Winlock area on 10/26/25: Cellphone. Please contact the Lewis County Sheriff's Office at 360-740-2699 to describe and claim. A deputy may wish to speak with you as well. RE: 25C14681


    Sheriff - Oct. 27, 2025, 1:10 p.m.

  3. Trading Cards, HVAC System Components, Garage Remote

    Found in the Mossyrock/Onalaska area on 12/15/25: Trading cards, HVAC system components, garage remote device. Please contact the Lewis County Sheriff's Office at 360-740-2699 to describe and claim. RE: Case #25C16913


    Sheriff - Dec. 18, 2025, 4:13 p.m.

  4. Himalayan Knotweed

    Persicaria wallichii Himalayan Knotweed - A clumping perennial with hollow stems and creeping rhizomes. It grows about 6 feet in height.Leaves: Leaf shape is elongated compared to other knotweeds and are around 5-12 inches in length. They are leathery and alternate along the stem.Flowers: Flowers bloom from July-October. Whiteish pink flowers that are fragrant grow at the tips of branches.Habitat: Grows in disturbed, moist sites like roadsides, riparian, and wetland areas.Weed Classification: B DesignateWhy is it a Noxious Weed?This plant vigorously grows into dense stands that overtake native vegetation and alter ecosystems. It can survive severe floods and spread plant …


    Weed Control - Oct. 5, 2022, 4:16 p.m.

  5. Transfer stations are closed for Memorial Day

    Lewis County Transfer Stations in Centralia and Morton are closed today (Monday, May 25) for the Memorial Day Holiday. The Administration Office at the Centralia site is also closed. They will resume normal operations on Tuesday, May 26.


    Solid Waste - March 17, 2026, 12:07 p.m.

  6. Mentorship Program

    About Contact The Lewis County Mentorship Programs mission is to inspire youth through meaningful relationships to make positive choices that build resiliency, encourage growth, and enable them to pursue a successful future. Lee Montgomery Cell: 360-520-1126 Office: 360-740-2682 Email: Lee.Montgomery@lewiscountywa.gov Hours: 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday - Friday


    June 15, 2023, 8:04 a.m.

  7. At Risk Youth

    LEWIS COUNTY JUVENILE COURT AT-RISK YOUTH LEGISLATION R.C.W. l3.32A Effective 7/23/95 At Risk Youth Handout The At-Risk Youth program hopes to strengthen and reconcile families experiencing problems with youth who are at risk to themselves or to others. The At-Risk Youth handout provides more information regarding the program.At-risk youth means a juvenile: who is absent from home for at least seventy-two consecutive hours without consent of his or her parent; who is beyond the control of his or her parent such that the child’s behavior endangers the health, safety, or welfare of the child or any other person; or who …


    Juvenile Court - Oct. 23, 2014, 1:42 p.m.

  8. Community Recycle Event scheduled for East County residents

    The event will take place from *10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (except where noted) at the Lewis County Area 7 Road Shop (Kiona), 8911 US Hwy 12, Randle, WA 98377.Satellite Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event: Residential customers may drop off their unwanted or left-over cleaners, lawn, garden, pool chemicals, and other household chemicals. Please be prepared to leave your containers at the event. Workers don't have a place to empty them, and return them to customers at satellite events. Limits for these events are 15 CFL lights, 5 gallons motor oil, 5 gallons antifreeze, 5 gallons cooking oil, and no …


    Solid Waste - March 17, 2026, 12:28 p.m.

  9. Milk Thistle

    Silybum marianum Milk Thistle - A large, sparsely branched thistle growing up to 6 feet tall. Easy to identify, due to the leaf patterning.Leaves: Alternate, deeply lobed, and pointed leaves. Leaves have a very noticeable white and dark green marbling. The basal leaves can get up to 20 inches long and 10 inches wide.Flowers: Flowers bloom from May-August. Rounded cluster of tubular flowers that have spine-tipped bracts (scales) around it.Habitat: Occurs in many places such as: overgrazed pastures, roadsides, waste areas, ditches, and disturbed areas.Weed Classification: AWhy is it a Noxious Weed?It is an aggressive invader that can grow into …


    Weed Control - Sept. 29, 2022, 10:57 a.m.

  10. Food Safety Program

    Washington State Retail Food Code The Washington State Retail Food Code addresses current foodborne illness risks and the best methods for prevention in restaurants and many other types of food service establishments.Most food establishments are now required to have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The CFPM must train each person in charge of implementing relevant food safety procedures. The CFPM does not have to be on site at all times, but does need to be available for training and consultation as needed. There are several organizations approved to issue CFPM certification, each with their own training and …


    Environmental Health - Nov. 23, 2015, 10:58 a.m.