Cowlitz Regional News

We’re on the verge of a technological breakthrough in the political arena. With the bromance between President Trump and Elon Musk seemingly back on, one cannot help but wonder what this means from a technological standpoint, and of course, the coveted mid-term elections.

Views in the News – Technological Advance or Digital Political Weapon

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Massive Resort Proposed on Kalama River Road

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Many have serious concerns about the new Wandering River Resort & Campground proposal at 4311 Kalama River Road

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Roundabouts Likely in Kelso

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Proposed triple roundabouts on Allen Street in Kelso

LV Fire Department Chief Hannig revealed over the past 25 years, minimum staffing levels have remained the same, while population growth and call volumes have doubled and tripled.

Longview Fire Department Update Dec. 2025

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Cowlitz County ~ On September 18, 2025, Governor Bob Ferguson announced the appointment of then Cowlitz County Superior Court Commissioner Jill Karmy to the position of Cowlitz County Superior Court Judge.

Meet Judge Jill Karmy, Cowlitz County’s Newest Superior Court Judge

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Keeping Stress in Check – Guest Editorial From the Desk of Dr. Kirkpatrick

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Police Blotter 11/27/2025 – 12/4/2025

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Bowlby & Rogers transferred to prisons; 51 arrests; $75,000 bail; and more.

As I was reading through some of my archives, I ran across this gem from my father. His words are just a true (if not truer) today as they were when he wrote them.

From The Archives – A Special Note from Dr. Neal Kirkpatrick

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Black Lives Matter Era Activists Poised to Control Washington Sheriffs ~ SB 5974

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The same people who helped Governor Inslee change the makeup of the Board at the Washington Criminal Justice Training Commission, now sit on its board, and they are actively working to pass SB 5974 into law.

Jaymi Sowder presented her idea, along with 500 signatures, for an off-leash dog park in Woodland.

Woodland City Council – New Dog Park?

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Jaymi Sowder presented her idea, along with 500 signatures, for an off-leash dog park to Woodland City Council.