🌱 Kelso teen faces vehicular homicide allegation after deadly Rose Valley rollover
Kelso, Washington Patch AM: a 4 min readGood day Kelso! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Kelso teen faces vehicular homicide allegation after deadly Rose Valley rollover
- How Kelso and Longview firefighters braved chemicals to save mill workers
- What autopsies reveal about Kelso victims in the Longview mill disaster
Also on today's calendar: Creature Teachers and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 79 and low of 52 degrees.
- Saturday: Record-breaking temperatures, temps: high: 90, low: 58. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: Very hot, with a high of 97 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Kelso teen arrested after fatal April rollover in Rose Valley (tri-cityherald.com) — A 19-year-old from Kelso has been arrested on suspicion of vehicular homicide after an April rollover crash in Rose Valley that killed an 18-year-old Longview passenger. Investigators say speed, alcohol and THC were factors, and the driver’s first appearance in Cowlitz County Superior Court is set for Wednesday afternoon. 
2. ‘That's what firefighters do': Longview fire chief praises rescue crews' response after implosion (dailydispatch.com) — Kelso and Longview firefighters were among the first on scene after the recent implosion at the Nippon Dynawave paper mill, rescuing nine people from chemical-soaked debris. One firefighter was injured when corrosive fluid soaked his gear, and crews then spent days, with contractors’ help, recovering the 11 people who died so families could have closure.
3. Autopsy reports reveal alkaline chemical burns in 10 victims of Longview paper mill explosion (mynorthwest.com) — Kelso residents are among the workers identified in newly released autopsy reports from the deadly Nippon Dynawave paper mill explosion in nearby Longview, where all 10 victims suffered alkaline chemical burns. Officials say Longview’s air and drinking water now test safe, while recovery crews and investigators continue work at the mill and community support efforts ramp up for affected families.
4. Nippon Dynawave Foundation awards scholarships to family of Longview staff (tri-cityherald.com) — A Pacific Lutheran University student who works seasonally for the city of Kelso has earned a $2,000 Nippon Dynawave Foundation scholarship and hopes to return home as a physical therapist. Two other students with family ties to the Longview mill also received scholarships, funded by ongoing community donations to the foundation.
5. Makenzie Henthorn of Mark Morris named The Columbian's All-Region softball player of the year (tri-cityherald.com) — Kelso softball fans will notice sophomore slugger Kailanah Hagdahl highlighted on The Columbian’s All-Region team for her power hitting and strong on-base numbers. The story centers on Mark Morris ace Makenzie Henthorn’s stellar season and state-title run, while also recognizing standout players from Kelso and other area programs.
📸 Around Kelso
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
🗓
Upcoming Events in
Kelso
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
★ Featured events ★
-
Creature Teachers at the Kelso Public Library →
Kelso Public Library, 351 Three Rivers Dr #1263, Kelso
2:00 pm
Saturday June 13
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
-
Creature Teachers →
Kelso Public Library, 351 Three Rivers Dr #1263, Kelso
2:00 pm -
Finding Meaning in Life's Difficulties (Free Event) →
Highlands Neighborhood, 292 21st Ave, Longview
2:00 pm -
Rise Up, Sing Out [Longview, WA] Watch Party →
Longview Civic Circle Park, 1525 Broadway St, Longview
4:00 pm -
Spring Quarter Final Exams
Lower Columbia College 1600 Maple St, Longview, WA 98632 -
DEC Open (8 AM - 5 PM)
Lower Columbia College Student Center 201 - Diversity & Equity Room
8:00 am -
Student Board Game Club
Lower Columbia College Student Center 216 - ASLCC Clubs & Org Room
12:00 pm -
Spring Quarter Final Exams
Lower Columbia College 1600 Maple St, Longview, WA 98632
Saturday June 13
Sunday June 14
Monday June 15
Tuesday June 16
📣 Kelso Shout Outs!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
🗓 Events Nearby
-
Spring LCC Choir Performance
Lower Columbia College Rose Center for the Arts 101/121/134 - RCA Lobby, Rose Center
7:30 pm -
Primate Sanctuary Summer Service Project →
Primate Sanctuary, 717 Harmony Dr, Longview
9:30 am -
Second Saturday Cinema: Film & Discussion Series →
Longview Public Library, 1600 Louisiana St, Longview
1:00 pm -
Higher Ground Dance Studio: Legends — Columbia Theatre Longview →
Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts, 1231 Vandercook Way, Longview
6:00 pm
Friday June 12
Saturday June 13
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Please share & repost to help reunite this lost cat!
Leo Lion was LOST on June 10, 2026 in Kelso, WA 98626 near Near West side hwy Lexington WA Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to… (Nextdoor S Kelso) - Lady needs a new home.
She is full of love and is great with children, and other dogs. Got all her shots as a puppy but might need an update on them. (Nextdoor North Kelso)
- Foster Farms, Inc. posted a job opening for Dark Meat Debone/Basket Packer-Swing Shift in Kelso. Apply here.
- U-Haul International, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service Representative in Kelso. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kelso here.
Ok Kelso! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
👉 Help make Patch AM better
- Help us grow by suggesting local news sources.
- Shape this newsletter with your feedback.
- List items for sale or services offered
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what’s happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.