The Aerie Ballroom

The Aerie Ballroom Restored Event Venues and Hotel RoomsGreat venues become even greater when they offer the full range of options including unique event spaces, excellent hotel accommodations, fine dining, and proximity to parking and downtown activities. Neil White...

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July BizzBuzz

July BizzBuzz

ARTrails Open Studio Tour Guides available in July! ARTrails artists are busy making art and setting up our show spaces for the ARTrails Open Studio Tour on September 16th-17th and 23rd- 24th. This tour winds all over Lewis County and brings visitors from far and wide...

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Addressing our workforce needs

Addressing our workforce needs

Every legislative session there are a handful of bills that monopolize the headlines throughout the state. For many parents with children in school, workers seeking opportunities, and employers wanting to expand and improve their businesses, workforce development is...

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Annual Home Show Returns For 57th Year 

Annual Home Show Returns For 57th Year 

Photo by Emily Fitzgerald -  Chris Hoel of The Power Shop poses for a photo in the business’ display at the 57th Annual Home Show in Chehalis on Saturday, April 15, 2023.Photo by Emily Fitzgerald -Ben Perez, 9, poses next to the LEGO structure that won him second...

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Restoring Trust in Government

Restoring Trust in Government

When I talk to constituents in the 20th District about issues affecting our communities and state, many have expressed to me a deep distrust in our governing institutions. This problem is not unique to our region: trust in government has been eroding for decades. In...

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June Lewis County Job Fair

June Lewis County Job Fair

Employers can now register to participate in the Spring job fair produced by the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce (Chamber). This event allows businesses to meet prospective employees in person for on-the-spot interviews or to be a resource for training and...

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May Bizz Buzz

May Bizz Buzz

Blue Skies Drones Yeah, we’ve got a drone for that.  No matter the industry, we’ve got you covered - precision agriculture, professional cinematography, building inspection, land survey, energy, utility & power, public service, fire/security and more. Your one...

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