Naselle–Grays River Valley SD Closes Amid Winter Illness Surge
Naselle–Grays River Valley School District announced on the evening of February 5, 2026, that its schools would remain closed on...
Public health agency responsible for disease control, prevention, and community health in Cowlitz County, Washington
Naselle–Grays River Valley School District announced on the evening of February 5, 2026, that its schools would remain closed on...
On February 2, 2026, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveiled a $100 million pilot initiative—STREETS (Safety...
Toutle Lake School District canceled classes Friday after more than 15% of students and a third of staff called in sick, prompting a deep cleaning and a report to the Cowlitz County Health Department.
A Cold Weather Advisory is again in effect across parts of southwest Washington, including the Lower Columbia and Cowlitz River valleys. Here’s what residents in Longview and Kelso should know about wind chills, safety, and community impacts this weekend.
Oregon Health Authority data show hospitals made some progress reducing healthcare-associated infections in 2024, but still missed national benchmarks across multiple measures—an issue with real consequences for Cowlitz County residents who often cross the river for care.