Toutle River SRS Spillway Raise Moves Forward
The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) awarded. Anvil Builders, Inc., to California Contractor, the $35.9 million contract for the SRS10 ft Spillway Raise construction. The Plan is to raise the SRS Spillway by 10 ft to store an additional 125 million cubic yards of sediment behind the 35-year-old earthen dam. Construction is estimated to be completed by September 2027.
Happy Birthday, Dr. Kirkpatrick
Happy Birthday Dr. Kirkpatrick. Other notable January 17th birthdays: James Earle Jones, Betty White, Muhammad Ali, Kid Rock, Michelle Obama, and Al Capone.
Longview Opposes Olympia’s HB 2489 Homeless Camping Bill
Even if we still had Hope Village, the dwelling wouldn’t be good enough for this new law – that was the sentiment as the Longview City Council cast their unanimous support in opposition to Olympia’s HB 2489.
Local Party Leader Elected to WA GOP Vice Chair
Cowlitz County Republican Central Committee Vice-Chair, Christi Tseu, joins Rep Jim Walsh in leading the Washington State Republican Party as Vice-Chair.
In Memorial of our Lost Heros – Chief of Police Ralph Painter & Deputy Justin DeRosier
January 5, 2026, marks the 15th anniversary of one of the darkest days in our community as we remember Rainier Chief of Police Ralph Painter.
Castle Rock – Public Works Director Dave Vorse Retires After 44 Years
Mayor Helenberg spoke about Mr. Vorse and his 44 year career. “There’s not a thing in this town that Dave hasn’t touched”, said Mayor Helenberg, “he’s brought more to this town than anyone”.
Animal Control and Cowlitz County
Do we get costs under control now, or do we accept that HSSW is the only one and pay whatever they demand now until eternity?
