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Why local elections and debates matter
Chad TaylorBy Chad TaylorPublisher - The Chronicle This fall, our communities in Centralia, Chehalis, and across Lewis County are once again preparing to cast ballots in local elections. While...
Baker All Phase Construction: Building a Business from the Ground Up
Photos ProvidedBy Cynthia MudgeFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Tony Baker’s career in construction began in California, where summers meant long days working for his uncle’s hardwood flooring...
35 Years of Good Health & Good Business: The Story of Julie Shaffley
Shown here is Julie Shaffley, owner of Good Health Nutrition CenterBy Cynthia MudgeFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Julie Shaffley’s passion for wellness and entrepreneurship began in the 1970s, when...
Businesses and Schools: Building the Future, Together
By Peter AbbarnoFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Attend school events, or speak with local students,I’m reminded of something simple but powerful—our young people are the future. They are the future...
Chehalis Livestock – A Heritage Business
Chehalis Livestock Market has been a member of the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce off and on since 1993. Shown here is Brenda Balmelli.By Cynthia MudgeFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Sitting...
Valley Agronomics: A Legacy of Agricultural Support and Local Commitment in Lewis County
Darrel Arthur, Location Manager at Valley Ag in Chehalis.By Cynthia MudgeFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Valley Agronomics (Valley Ag) has been a vital part of the Lewis County agricultural...
Southwest Washington Fair: A Legacy Rooted in Agriculture
By Cynthia MudgeFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Agriculture has always been at the heart of Lewis County, and the Southwest Washington Fair stands as a proud celebration of that heritage. From its...
Celebrating and Strengthening Washington’s Agricultural Legacy
By Peter AbbarnoFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Washington State is an agricultural powerhouse. From the wheat fields of Eastern Washington to the dairy farms and orchards of the Southwest,...
Parks: Our Evergreen Treasure
By Peter AbbarnoFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce As your State Representative, I’ve seen firsthand how our public parks—both state and local—are more than just green spaces. They are cherished...
Lewis county parks: where history, nature, and community meet
By Cynthia MudgeFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Lewis County is more than a scenic stop between the mountains and the coast—it’s a destination rich in parks, historic sites, and year-round...
Centralia Parks: Connecting the Future
Central Park is a popular pocket park owned by the city. Photo by Jacob LarsonBy Cynthia MudgeFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Centralia, Washington, is a city defined by its balance between natural...
Chehalis Parks: Growing Community, Business, and Tourism
Chehalis Athletic Fields now host 24 tournament weekends a yearBy Cynthia MudgeFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Chehalis, Washingtonhas long been known for its small-town charm and deep sense of...
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