The Aerie Ballroom
The Aerie Ballroom Owner, Neil White in his office. The Aerie Ballroom Restored Event Venues and Hotel Rooms Great venues become even greater when they offer the full range of options including unique...
View ArticleSome of the Good, Bad, and Ugly
By Peter Abbarno20th District Rep. R-Centralia The legislative session adjourned, sine die, on March 7th – the constitutional 60-day deadline. Traditionally a “clean-up” session following the longer...
View ArticleEducation Must Be Flexible and Cultivate Passion
By Peter Abbarno20th District Rep. R-Centralia Over the past few years, I have toured schools, skills centers, community colleges, and many Career and Technical Education (CTE) classrooms around the...
View ArticleThe Annual Rob Fuller 25 x 25 Luncheon Honors The Top 25 Students from...
Each year the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber honors the top 25 students from WF West and Centralia High Schools. In 2011 the event was named in honor of the late Rob Fuller along with the creation of a...
View ArticleThe Shire Bar & Bistro and The Branch Bar & Public Room Provide Quality...
The Shire Bar & Bistro’s owner Joel Wall, left, stands next to one of The Shire’s original employees, Chris Bruce, and bartender Lacey Heaton in February 2023. Wall and Bruce co-own The Branch Bar...
View ArticleJJs ToGo Opens its first brick-and-mortar in Centralia after two years of...
The remodel interior of JJ's in Centralia Photo by Emily Fitzgerald By Emily FitzgeraldFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce When Jessica Britton’s sister-in-law asked her to meal prep lunches for her out...
View ArticleJoy’s Once Upon a Thyme Continues bringing fresh, healthy food to Chehalis
Joy Templeton holds a plate of muffins inside Once Upon a Thyme in Chehalis 2022 By Emily FitzgeraldFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Joy’s Once Upon a Thyme in Chehalis is looking to embark on a new...
View ArticleCentralia College continues offering quality, affordable education for all...
By Emily FitzgeraldFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Nearly 100 years after it was founded, Centralia College is continuing to blaze trails with quality, affordable education for all. “As a...
View ArticleNational Homeownership Month: Creating a Healthier Housing Market
By Peter Abbarno20th District Rep. R. Centralia The month of June is National Homeownership Month and has historically highlighted the joys and benefits of owning a home. National Homeownership Month...
View ArticleEvexia N.W. offers traditional healthcare alternatives to help patients...
Photo by Emily Fitzgerald Exevia N.W. co-owners Jenn Brown, left, and Barb Hooper smile for a photo inside the wellness center’s location in Centralia on Wednesday, May 23. By Emily FitzgeraldFor the...
View Article3-on-3 Streetball Returns! Get Your Game On!
The Centralia-Chehalis Chamber is now accepting registrations for its 2024 3-on-3 Streetball Festival. New this year is the addition of youth teams. Tournament Director Josef Chirhart has recently...
View ArticleOwl and Olive
The Barn at Owl and Olive. The Barn at Owl and Olive. Owl and Olive Country Venue For those looking for a country setting and classic barn, Owl and Olive offers the simplicity and beauty of a farm...
View ArticleMarch Bizz Buzz
March Forum Thursday, March 14 • 8 am (networking begins at 7:30 am) The Station 120 S. Tower, Centralia Speakers: TBA Business After Hours Thursday, March 21 5 – 7 pm Centralia School District 813...
View ArticleChamber hosts inaugural golf tournament
Coralee Taylor and Chris Thomas Trent Henning Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce is teeing off its inaugural Golf Tournament July 26 thanks to a dedicated team of Chamber board members and...
View ArticleChoose Local
The attorneys from Althauser, Rayan, Abbarno, LLP, pose with the June BAH raffle winner, Alliyah Perry, owner of Famr & Flourish. Attorneys are, from left to right: Jakob McGhie, Ryan Endsley,...
View ArticleNapavine Jr./Senior High School partners with local businesses for student...
Napavine High School students Patience Dour, Conner Reichert, Bryson Oliver and Jadon Hansen stand with Braun Northwest and Walsh Trucking representatives during an apprenticeship signing event in...
View ArticleOwl and Olive
The Barn at Owl and Olive. The Barn at Owl and Olive. Owl and Olive Country Venue For those looking for a country setting and classic barn, Owl and Olive offers the simplicity and beauty of a farm...
View ArticleDick’s Brewing Company to celebrate 30th anniversary this year
Julie and Dave Pendleton smile for a photo inside the Dick’s Brewing Company tasting room in Centralia on Monday, July 22. By Emily FitzgeraldFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce Dick’s Brewing Company has...
View ArticleWill a third time “Charm” the legislature to create permanent funding...
Over the past four years as a state representative, I toured numerous fire stations and districts on the front line protecting our communities. I represent diverse communities in the Legislative...
View ArticleLincoln Creek Lumber finds long term success community-focused business model
Lincoln Creek Lumber celebrates its 100th anniversary in Centralia in June with Stihl demos and discounts on Dewalt and Craftsman tools. By Emily FitzgeraldFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce A...
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