News in Kelso
Kelso City Council discusses major drug seizure
During the Kelso City Council meeting Tuesday, September 15, Kelso Police Chief Fletcher reported a significant drug investigation. A Kelso officer initially stopped a vehicle for a license plate violation. The traffic stop resulted in the seizure of approximately four pounds of…
Proposed rule could reduce Head Start services
Lower Columbia College Head Start is urging Cowlitz County families and community members to weigh in on a proposed federal rule that program officials say could reduce staffing, increase classroom sizes and limit services for families. Public comments on the proposal, which…
Council discusses airport operating budget
During its meeting Tuesday, Sept. 1, Kelso City Council discussed and approved the SW Regional Airport 2027 operating budget, which is set at $6,431,042. Because the runway is scheduled for complete repaving, landing field repairs will be reduced from $100,000 in 2026 to $50,000…
Columbia Theatre announces 2026–2027 season
Some nights are more than a performance; they become a memory. Longview’s historic Columbia Theatre is inviting audiences across Southwest Washington to make more of those moments during its 2026–2027 season, with 18 music, comedy, theatre, family and film experiences.Headlined…