1. The Southwest Washington Fairgrounds is being readied for next week’s community celebration

    Curt and Jean Pannkuk, Superintendents of the Fair’s Wildlife Hall, have added a new look with freshly stained picnic benches and colorful flower pots. CHEHALIS – The Southwest Washington Fairgrounds is an ever-changing landscape with the opening of this year’s six-day community celebration on Tuesday, Aug. 15.“It won’t be long before this place is hoppin’,” said Lewis County Parks and Recreation Administrator B.J. Kuykendall. “The fairgrounds are transformational with carnival rides coming in and exhibits going up.” The fairgrounds’ Swine Barn was renovated with a $250,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Agriculture. A new swine barn will be …


    News Room - Aug. 9, 2023, 1:56 p.m.

  2. Notice of Hearing - Proposed 2018-2023 Transportation Improvement Program

    Notice of Hearing for the proposed Comprehensive Road and Bridge Construction Program for the six calendar years 2018 through 2023, know as the Six Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)and the Annual Construction Program (ACP) for 2018, on Monday, November 13, 2017, on or after 10:00 a.m. at the Lewis County Courthouse, County Commissioners Hearing Room, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, Washington, at which time and place any person may appear to be heard, either for or against the adoption of the proposed plan. Access the details and necessary documents here.


    Public Works - Nov. 6, 2017, 12:08 p.m.

  3. New Notice of Hearing for the 2019-2024 Transportation Improvement Program

    Notice of Hearing for the proposed Comprehensive Road and Bridge Construction Program for the six calendar years 2019 through 2024, known as the Six Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Annual Construction Program (ACP) for 2019, on Monday, November 19, 2018, on or after 10:00 a.m. at the Lewis County Courthouse, County Commissioners Hearing Room, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, Washington, at which time and place any person may appear to be heard, either for or against the adoption of the proposed plan. Access the details and necessary documents here.


    Public Works - Nov. 6, 2018, 3:57 p.m.

  4. Adopt-A-Road Program

    Let’s keep Lewis County clean!The Lewis County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Utility Adopt-A-Road Program is now available for for community groups or like-minded friends and neighbors to pick up litter along county roads. This program was approved by Lewis County Commissioners in mid-August, and is now ready to get Lewis County residents, businesses and community groups signed up to keep our road clean. Organizations and individuals can submit an application to adopt a section of road to clean at least four times a year, or sign up for a one-time clean up of community, neighborhood, or park.Once an …


    Solid Waste - April 5, 2019, 4:36 p.m.

  5. Adopt-A-Road Program

    Let’s keep Lewis County clean!The Lewis County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Utility Adopt-A-Road Program is now available for for community groups or like-minded friends and neighbors to pick up litter along county roads. This program was approved by Lewis County Commissioners in mid-August, and is now ready to get Lewis County residents, businesses and community groups signed up to keep our road clean. Organizations and individuals can submit an application to adopt a section of road to clean at least four times a year, or sign up for a one-time clean up of community, neighborhood, or park.Once an …


    Solid Waste - April 5, 2019, 4:36 p.m.

  6. Courtroom Decorum

    All attorneys, litigants, witnesses, and other individuals in the courtroom shall abide by the following rules of conduct: Always be prompt. Be in the courtroom ready to proceed at the appointed time. Stand when the judge or the jury enters or leaves the courtroom. Do not make personal attacks on the opposing counsel or parties. Do not interrupt. Wait your turn. Address all remarks to the Court. Argument between litigants or their attorneys is not permitted. After the court has ruled, ask the court's permission before arguing further. Rise when addressing the Court and when making objections as this calls …


    District Court - Feb. 21, 2013, 4:01 p.m.

  7. Press Release: Holiday DUI Patrols

    Click Here for Original Release PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 11-20-17 @ 1630 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 1 Lewis County Law Enforcement Conducting Increased DUI Patrols for the Holiday Season. Beginning this week the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, and other law enforcement partners countywide, will participate in increased DUI patrols for this holiday season in support of Target Zero. These patrols will be facilitated utilizing funds from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission awarded for traffic safety emphasis patrols. “We are asking the public to drive responsibly, and have a safe holiday season. We have seen an …


    Sheriff - Nov. 20, 2017, 4:48 p.m.

  8. Press Release: Vehicle of interest sought in serious injury collision.

    Click Here for Full Release PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 08-24-17 @ 0930 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 1 Vehicle of interest sought in serious injury collision. The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating a vehicle of interest following yesterday’s serious injury collision in the Winlock area. The vehicle is described as an older green in color SUV, similar to a Ford Explorer. On 08/23/17, at approximately 1155 hours, deputies were dispatched to a vehicle versus bicyclist collision in the 600 block of Park Road in Winlock. Upon law enforcement arrival the …


    Sheriff - Aug. 24, 2017, 9:30 a.m.

  9. 87 year old Chehalis man missing/endangered

    Click here for full press release: PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 05-05-17 @ 1700 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 1 87 year old Chehalis man missing/endangered Deputies are looking for an 87 year old Chehalis man who is believed to be missing/endangered. Deputies were notified by family members of the man’s disappearance during the early morning hours of May 5th. Warren Neal was last seen around 10pm on May 3rd at his home near the 100 block of Fircrest Road in Chehalis. Mr. Neal possibly suffers from dementia and may not be able to provide his personal …


    Sheriff - May 5, 2017, 5:35 p.m.

  10. Tire Recycling Event at SWW Fairgrounds (10/26)

    Lewis County residents may recycle up to 12 tires per household for free during this three-day event, today through Saturday, in the south parking lot of the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds. Tires can be passenger or light truck tires, on or off the rim, or semi-truck tires off the rim. The event will not be able to accept any other type of tire. Customers should be prepared to show proof of Lewis County residency. They will also be expected to unload their own tires. For questions, please call 360-740-1451 or email swu@lewiscountywa.gov. Support for this event is provided in part by …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 21, 2023, 12:39 p.m.