Peter’s Blog
Rep. Abbarno welcomes Centralia Christian School to the State Capitol
Students from Mrs. Beddall’s fourth-grade class at Centralia Christian School visited the Washington State Capitol this week to learn how their state government works. State Representative Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, hosted the visit. During their time at the...
Rep. Peter Abbarno tours Centralia schools, discusses modernization strategy and state partnership
Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, recently toured Centralia schools to evaluate long-term facility needs and review past state-supported construction investments as part of the Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators’ 2025 legislative school...
Rep. Peter Abbarno visits Toutle Lake schools, highlights rural facility challenges
State Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, recently visited the Toutle Lake School District to assess aging school buildings and discuss how the state can better support rural communities facing unique facility and infrastructure needs. The visit included both the...
Thanksgiving: A Time to Give Back and Give Thanks
By Peter AbbarnoFor the C-C Chamber of Commerce As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on what this season truly means. It’s more than a day of turkey, football, and family traditions — it’s a time to slow down, take stock of our blessings, and recognize...
Abbarno voted “Best Elected Official in Lewis County”
Thank you to The Chronicle readers for voting me 'best elected official in Lewis County!' My family and I are very thankful for the community support. There are a lot of 'best' elected officials advocating for their communities and I appreciate all their efforts. Mc...
Peter Abbarno honored by Thurston EDC for championing Agriculture Innovation Park
By The Chronicle staff The Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC) has recognized Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, for his leadership in delivering state capital budget funding for the Tenino Agriculture Innovation Park, a news release from House Republicans...
Abbarno visits Lewis County Boys & Girls Club in Chehalis
Abbarno visits Lewis County Boys & Girls Club in Chehalis | The Daily Chronicle The Boys & Girls Club of Lewis County prides itself on providing a safe place in the area for youth to learn and grow. But it seems the program itself is growing right alongside...
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library deserves our support
Peter Abbarno: Why Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library deserves our support | The Reflector Every month, thousands of children across Washington state receive a book in the mail with their name on it — a brightly colored story filled with wonder, imagination and the...
Rep. Peter Abbarno highlights innovative Onalaska project as model for rural jobs, responsible forest management
Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, recently toured Krume Custom Lumber and Regenerative Industrial in Onalaska to see firsthand how an innovative partnership is transforming wood waste into a new rural economic opportunity. During the tour, Abbarno observed how...
Rep. Peter Abbarno: Protecting local voices and promoting good government
By Rep. Peter AbbarnoSeptember 30, 2025 Good government does not happen by accident. It requires leaders who are accountable and citizens who are engaged. As your state representative and House Republican Caucus Chair, I have seen firsthand how the policies debated in...
Rep. Peter Abbarno: October tax hikes are scary
By Rep. Peter AbbarnoOctober 1, 2025 Washington families, seniors and small business owners are already confronting one of the highest costs of living in America. From food to housing, transportation to childcare, everyday expenses are squeezing household budgets....
La Center lauds 20th Legislative District lawmakers for securing funding, getting utilities bill passed
In the Columbian LA CENTER — Inside La Center’s newly revamped Wheel Club Community Center on Tuesday, Mayor Tom Strobehn thanked 20th Legislative District lawmakers for securing $250,000 for the project to remodel the building, as well as $400,000 for downtown...
