Previous Business Connection Articles
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...
The 2025 Rob Fuller Luncheon: Investing in Minds, Impacting Futures
Top 25 students from Centralia and Chehalis along with scholarship recipients were honored at the annual luncheon.By Sigourney OrstadFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce It’s that time of year again!As...
Standing up for small businesses in the wake of Olympia’s overreach
By Peter AbbarnoFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce As your representative and a proud member of our vibrant Lewis County community,I’ve always believed that small businesses are the heartbeat of our...
KITI and Live 95: Live, Locally Owned Radio
Station Manager Matt Shannon smiles while DJing Live 95’s morning show.By Sigourney OrstadFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce If you live in Lewis County, you’ve likely turned on your car radio and...
KACS Christian Radio: Community Building and Positive Family Values
General Manager Cameron Beierle and his wife, Colleen, show off the KACS studio.By Sigourney OrstadFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Since 1991, KACS Christian Radio has been providing quality, family...
KELA and KMNT Radio Stations: Honoring a Rich Past While Broadcasting a Bright Future
General Manager Lindy Waring poses in KELA and KMNT’s office.By Sigourney OrstadFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce KELA and KMNT, Centralia-based radio stations with deep roots in the community,...
Washington’s business climate is on the line – and so is your voice to fight it
By Peter AbbarnoFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Washington’s business climate is already among the worst in the nation, ranking 35th overall. When you combine that with one of the country’s most...
St. Joseph School is Dedicated to Well-Rounded Education
First graders in Ms. Bortner’s class learn about the difference between queen bees and worker beesBy Sigourney OrstadFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce For more than 100 years, St. Joseph School has...
Bethel Church is a Hub for Community Service
Pastor Gering shows off the Hub City Mission’s kitchen which is used to prepare the weekly community meals.By Sigourney OrstadFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Poised at the end of Tower Avenue in...
Washington’s affordability crisis – A tax hike too big for businesses to bear
By Peter AbbarnoFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Washington’s business community has long been the backbone of our economy, providing jobs, innovation, and essential goods and services. But today,...
