Promotional merchandise are products branded with a logo or slogan and distributed at little or no cost to promote a brand , corporate identity , or event. Such products, which are often informally called promo products , swag ( mass nouns ), or freebies ( count nouns ), are used in marketing and sales . Often they are of the tchotchke type. They are given away or sold at a loss to promote a company , corporate image , brand , or event. They are often distributed as handouts at trade shows , at conferences , on sales calls (that is, visits to companies that are purchasing or might purchase), and as bonus items in shipped orders. They are often used in guerrilla marketing campaigns. Ones for video games are often called feelies .
75-598: Chehalis School District No. 302 is a public school district in Lewis County, Washington , United States and serves the city of Chehalis . Chehalis is on the I-5 corridor, halfway between Seattle , Washington and Portland, Oregon . One of the first schools in the district was the East Side School, a high school located near the downtown core. In 1908, due to inadequate facilities and concerns of its location,
150-527: A bond measure to fund replacing Cascade and modernizing R.E. Bennett in 2011. The measure, tallying less than 53% of the vote, failed to pass due to a lack of a supermajority . In 2014, Chehalis resident Gail Shaw betrothed the district with 43 acres of land near the Chehalis Middle School. Valued at $ 1.9 million, the land was meant to be used as the location of a new school to replace Cascade Elementary. By February 2015, Chehalis voters, by
225-673: A census of the homeless population as required by law. Beginning in 2003 as mandated by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the annual PTC, which tracks the number of individuals and families experiencing homelessness on a specified date, is usually held in January. Homeless residents in the county were listed as 309 in 2012, falling to 205 in 2013. A count in 2018 reported 132 homeless residents, and following counts reported 161 in 2019, 142 in 2020, 120 in 2022, and 153 in 2023. There
300-468: A multicultural society. Companies were also becoming more inventive in their marketing and were now using promotional merchandise throughout the year to support the promotion of brands, products and events. In the early 21st century the role of a promotional merchandise catalogue started to change, as it could no longer fully represent the vast range of products in the market place . By 2007, catalogues were being mailed to targeted customer lists, rather than
375-883: A photo to be taken of them with the gift item , which can be used by the company for promotional purposes. Other companies provide luxury gifts such as handbags or scarves to celebrity attendees in the hopes that the celebrities will wear these items in public, thus garnering publicity for the company's brand name and product. Brand awareness is the most common use for promotional items. Other objectives that marketers use promotional items to facilitate include employee relations and events, tradeshow traffic-building, public relations, new customer generation, dealer and distributor programs, new product introductions, employee service awards, not-for-profit programs, internal incentive programs, safety education, customer referrals, and marketing research. Promotional items are also used in politics to promote candidates and causes. Promotional items as
450-490: A 62% margin, approved a $ 35.9 million bond for the schools. The following year, the school board voted to name the two new elementary schools that replaced R.E. Bennett, Cascade and Olympic in honor of James W. Lintott and Orin C. Smith. The campus was named for the Shaw family. Prior superintendents include Ed Rothlin, who retired in 2020, followed by Dr. Christine Moloney, serving until 2024. Previously, elementary students in
525-563: A Marine Patrol Unit. Patrolling several waterways in the county, including Riffe Lake and the Cowlitz River, the unit investigates boating accidents while providing water safety education, with an emphasis on the inspections of watercraft. Lumber production is a staple of the economy in Lewis County. The county annually produces 600,000 short tons (540,000 t) of dried timber while hosting 10 pulpwood production plants. Due to
600-469: A cause. Almost anything can be branded with a company's name or logo and used for promotion. Common items include T-shirts , caps, keychains, posters , bumper stickers , pens , mugs , koozies , toys or mouse pads . The largest product category for promotional products is wearable items, which make up more than 30% of the total. Eco-friendly promotional products such as those created from recycled materials and renewable resources have been experiencing
675-651: A degree or certification from a technical training program or college. To achieve the goal, all seniors in high school were to submit an application for acceptance to Centralia College . Coupled with field trips to Centralia College, this allowed the district to achieve high rates of graduation, college admission, and career opportunities for the students. Officials and teachers in elementary and middle schools created programs to emphasize future college and employment opportunities by holding job assemblies, " swag days" for local and state schools of technical and university education, and "college-themed days". In its first three years,
750-417: A distributor's corporate image; distributors could then give them to their end user customers as their own. In the early years, promotional merchandise catalogues were very much sales tools and customers would buy the products offered on the pages. In the 1990s, new catalogue services emerged for distributors from various sources. The nineties also saw the emergence of ‘catalogue groups’ - groups that offered
825-425: A grade and no reports of bullying, harassment, or students with disabilites being restrained. The report also states that there is one counselor for every 444 students. The collection for the district, which begins in 2011, has shown a slight but noticeable increase in inclusivity and lower ratios of students to staff. The CSD offers an education program, known as VISIONS, for students with various disabilities between
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#1732801897174900-496: A household in the county was $ 35,511, and the median income for a family was $ 41,105. Males had a median income of $ 35,714 versus $ 23,453 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 17,082. About 10.40% of families and 14.00% of the population were below the poverty line , including 18.60% of those under age 18 and 9.40% of those age 65 or over. Lewis County participates in the Point In Time Count (PTC),
975-424: A logo, company name, or message usually in specific PMS colors. Distributors help end-users gather artwork in the correct format, and in some cases also create artwork for end-users. Distributors then send the artwork to the manufacturers, printers, or suppliers along with instructions on where and how to print the logo. Many distributors operate on the internet and/or in person. Many suppliers wish not to invest in
1050-550: A maximum of 138.6 megawatt-hours (499 GJ). The 22,000-acre (8,900 ha) site became operational in late 2020 and the energy produced is used through PSE's Green Direct program. Promotional merchandise The first known promotional products in the United States were commemorative buttons dating back to the election of George Washington in 1789. During the early 19th century, there were some advertising calendars , rulers , and wooden specialties, but there
1125-450: A product in front of potential customers is a completely different skill set and a complex process. Within the UK and Ireland, the promotional merchandise industry a comprehensive network of promotional merchandise distributor companies exist. A promotional merchandise distributor is defined as a company who "has a dedicated focus to the sale of promotional merchandise to end-users". (An 'end-user'
1200-497: A representation industry focus group also found that the current fastest-growing product was hand sanitiser , which at the time coincided with the outbreak and growth of swine flu in the UK. Sales of the US promotional products industry totaled $ 24 billion in 2017 and growing at a rate of 2.5 percent since 2012, according to statistics released by IBISWorld. There are 26,413 business in this category and they employ 392,820 people across
1275-408: A significant surge in popularity. Most promotional items are relatively small and inexpensive, but can range to higher-end items; for example celebrities at film festivals and award shows are often given expensive promotional items such as expensive perfumes , leather goods, and electronics items. Companies that provide expensive gifts for celebrity attendees often ask that the celebrities allow
1350-420: A specific visual effect, attracting more attention. The giving of corporate gifts vary across international borders and cultures, with the type of product given often varying from country to country. Promotional merchandise is rarely bought directly by corporate companies from the actual manufacturers of promotional products. A manufacturer's expertise lies in the physical production of the products, but getting
1425-463: A tool for non-commercial organizations, such as schools and charities are often used as a part of fund raising and awareness-raising campaigns. A prominent example was the Livestrong wristband , used to promote cancer awareness and raise funds to support cancer survivorship programs and research. Using promotional merchandise in guerrilla marketing involves branding in such a way as to create
1500-507: A trend of slightly lower numbers following a register of 3,027 students in 2020 and 2,987 in 2023. Based on a study initiated by the district, it was reported that only 20% of Chehalis students in the early 2010s were achieving a 4-year college degree. The CSD implemented a plan in 2013–2014, referred to as the Student Achievement Initiative (SAI), that within 8 years of graduating, 60% of the students would receive
1575-596: A turnover of AUD$ 1340m in Australia and NZ$ 144m in New Zealand APPA states the effectiveness of promotional merchandise is demonstrated by their research which shows that 52% of recipients of promotional merchandise say their impression of a company is more positive after receiving a promotional product, 76% recall the name advertised on the product, 55% keep the item for more than one year, nearly 50% of recipients use them daily and 52% of people do business with
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#17328018971741650-495: A unique catalogue to a limited geographical group of promotional merchandise distributor companies. Membership in a Catalogue Group could also offer improved buying terms, a network of fellow distributor companies, and provide other support services. Examples of catalogue groups include Trade Only Spectrum Catalogue, Page Group and the Envoy Group, offering discounted products to a select group of distributors who have all been in
1725-604: Is Chehalis , and its largest city is Centralia . Lewis County comprises the Centralia, WA Micropolitan Statistical Area , which is also included in the Seattle - Tacoma , WA Combined Statistical Area . The county was created as Vancouver County on December 19, 1845, by the Provisional Government of Oregon , named for George Vancouver . In 1849, the county name was changed to honor Meriwether Lewis . At
1800-421: Is a corporate company or organization that purchases promotional merchandise for their own use.) These distributor companies have the expertise to not only take the product to market but are also to provide the expert support required. The unique aspect of promotional merchandise is that on most occasions the product is printed with the logo, or brand, of a corporate organization. The actual manufacturers rarely have
1875-509: Is home to the ARTrails of Southwest Washington initiative. The cooperative, begun in 2003, showcases local artists, art studios and galleries throughout the region, and holds an annual autumnal studio tour that incorporates events in smaller towns within Lewis County. The Lewis County Historical Museum hosts a permanent ARTrails gallery. and Centralia is home to the nexus of the event and an ARTrails-owned gallery. The Lewis County branch of
1950-544: Is significantly more Republican than adjacent counties. Unlike much of western Washington, it has a strong tinge of social conservatism . In 2000, George W. Bush received over 60% of the county's vote. In 2008 John McCain defeated Barack Obama by a margin of over 19 percent — his only victory in a county west of the Cascades. McCain lost all the neighboring counties except Yakima. Since Washington's statehood in 1889 only three Democratic presidential candidates have carried
2025-503: Is the Cougars, represented by the colors crimson and gray, similar to the high school. The boy's basketball team won the 1922 state title when the team for Toppenish High School conceded the championship to Chehalis without playing the final game. In November 2006, the district had an enrollment of 2,596 students., and 2,791 students in a May 2015 report. The Chehalis School District reported an enrollment of 3,053 students in 2018, with
2100-504: The 2000 Census , there were 68,600 people, 26,306 households, and 18,572 families in the county. The population density was 28 people per square mile (11 people/km ). There were 29,585 housing units at an average density of 12 units per square mile (4.6 units/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 92.96% White , 0.38% Black or African American , 1.22% Native American , 0.69% Asian , 0.18% Pacific Islander , 2.55% from other races , and 2.01% from two or more races. 5.37% of
2175-509: The American Association of University Women (AAUW) has been in existence since 1923. The organization has held an annual used book sale since 1979. The proceeds help to fund scholarships, day camps, film festivals, and career days for young women in middle and high school. The county is home to Centralia College , founded in 1925. Located in the middle of Centralia, it is the oldest continuously operating community college in
2250-504: The BPMA (British Promotional Merchandise Association) established in 1965. These trade associations represent the industry and provide services to both manufacturers and distributors of promotional merchandise. The BPMA provides a range of services including market research into the UK promotional merchandise industry. Since 2010 the BPMA has partnered with Trade Only, A UK company that organizes
2325-535: The United States Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 2,436 square miles (6,310 km ), of which 2,403 square miles (6,220 km ) is land and 33 square miles (85 km ) (1.4%) is water. One of the world's tallest Douglas fir trees was in the town of Mineral within Lewis County, attaining a height of 120 metres (390 ft). As of the 2010 Census , there were 75,455 people, 29,743 households, and 20,104 families residing in
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2400-504: The Washington Student Achievement Council . The funds are to be used to reach out to parents and young children, particularly at-risk students . Funding for Green Hill School is provided in full by the state of Washington. Lewis County, Washington Lewis County is a county in the U.S. state of Washington . As of the 2020 census , the county's population was 82,149. The county seat
2475-788: The Washington Territory was held in Lewis County at the John R. Jackson Courthouse , the oldest standing courthouse in Washington. The county received official recognition as a " Purple Heart County" in November 2019. Lewis County sits along the Interstate 5 corridor. Lewis shares a border with eight other counties. Clockwise from the top left, those are: Grays Harbor , Thurston , Pierce , Yakima , Skamania , Cowlitz , Wahkiakum , and Pacific counties. According to
2550-408: The 1970s, Democratic candidates for governor won the county, but this was something of an anomaly. The last Democratic candidate for Governor to win the county was Booth Gardner in 1984. The county's government is the 20th district of the state. It is represented solely by Republicans. The county's government is solely Republican. Commissioners The Lewis County Sherriff's Department contains
2625-482: The 3rd and 5th grades, the school was named for Orin Smith , former CEO of Starbucks , who made significant financial contributions to Chehalis , Washington education system. During the 2023–24 school year, there were 47 teachers on staff, with 659 enrolled students. The student population met Washington state standards of 55.8% for science, 49.1% for English language arts and a 47.5% rate for math. The school mascot
2700-500: The SAI improved the rate of students eligible for a four-year college by 8 percentage points. The graduation rate for students at W.F. West High School in 2010 was 77%, with 33% of those students achieving admission into a university or training school/ In 2018, 73% of seniors who graduated went on to further higher education. A four-year stretch started in 2019 in which 100% of all graduating senior classes were accepted into college. In 2019,
2775-447: The UK and Ireland promotional merchandise industry had an overall value of £850m. By mid-2009 the market had decreased to £712m as the UK's worst-ever recession took a grip. In July 2009 published research demonstrated that the top 10 promotional merchandise products were promotional pens , bags, clothing , plastic items, USB memory sticks , mugs , leather items, polyurethane conference folders, and umbrellas . The July research from
2850-464: The United States. The most common promotional items include T-shirts (25% of the market), writing instruments, tech accessories, bags, keychains , brochures , bookmarks and notepads . The Australasian Promotional Products Association (APPA) has conducted research to show the value of the promotional merchandise industry in Australia and New Zealand. According to APPA the industry has
2925-451: The ages of 18 and 21. The program, begun in the early 1990s, is considered an extension of the high school curriculum and provides continuing education and experiences so that participants can be better equipped for independence in adulthood. Operating under the district, it partners with school districts in the county as well as other educational projects and initiatives. The students officially receive their high school diploma at completion of
3000-576: The blanket postal mailings that had taken place before. The catalogue had now become seen more as a ‘ business card ’ demonstrating the concept of what a company did, rather than a critical sales tool. In 2009 published results from research involving a representative group of distributor companies, which indicated the usage of hard copy catalogues was expected to fall up to 25% in 2010. Distributor companies are experts in sourcing creative promotional products. Traditionally, to ensure that they had an effective manufacturer network, they kept themselves aware of
3075-564: The building was sold and was used for a time as a city hall. By the early 1910s, the schools in Chehalis School District No. 3, particularly the South Ward and West Side schools, were considered overcrowded and the city began to form ideas to construct new school buildings. During this time, students were required to attend certain schools based on neighborhood locations in relation to the railroad tracks that crossed
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3150-415: The city, due to concerns over the dangers of walking over the railways. The previous primary schools, Cascade (built 1922), R.E. Bennet (opened 1928), and Olympic (built 1960) were replaced new elementary schools which were built simultaneously in 2018 and fully opened to all students in 2019. Due to age and structural issues in and outside of both Cascade and R.E. Bennet, the school district first proposed
3225-509: The complexities surrounding the processes to brand the promotional products required. In the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand companies and corporations mainly purchase their merchandise through promotional merchandise distributor companies. These distributors are called "promotional consultants" or "promotional product distributors". Promotional products by definition are custom printed with
3300-497: The county and can bike through Centralia and Chehalis. The route is often used as a warm-up by riders of the Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic (STP). In 2010, the county declared that all parks under its jurisdiction were to be "No Shooting Zones". The Lewis County Public Utility District (LCPUD) provides electricity to the county. In 2024, the LCPUD became a broadband internet service provider , offering high-speed internet to
3375-482: The county – William Jennings Bryan in 1896, Franklin D. Roosevelt three times in 1932, 1936 and 1940, plus Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964. All told, as of 2024, 20 of the last 21 Republican presidential tickets successfully carried Lewis County, the only exception being that of Barry Goldwater who lost to the aforementioned Johnson. It is part of Washington's 3rd congressional district , which has been represented by Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez since 2023. In
3450-603: The county, an increase of 5.8% over the prior year. Over 45% of visitors came from outside the state and the most visited areas include Mt. Rainier and the shopping districts in the twin cities of Centralia and Chehalis. In collaboration with Discover Lewis County, a county-created tourism initiative, and the Economic Alliance of Lewis County, the county has focused on merchandise and online marketing, specifically promoting each town and city within its borders. Reports from 2019-2020 list wages and incomes to be less than
3525-484: The county, including funding to school districts, Centralia College, Puget Sound Energy (PSE), and various renewable energy companies. Lewis County Transit was awarded a grant from the program, becoming the only transit agency in the United States to receive funding from the hub program. Lewis County is the location of the Skookumchuck Wind Farm which contains 38 wind turbines that can generate
3600-453: The county. The population density was 31.4 people per square mile (12.1 people/km ). There were 34,050 housing units at an average density of 14.2 units per square mile (5.5 units/km ). The racial makeup of the county's population: 89.7% white, 1.4% American Indian, 0.9% Asian, 0.5% black or African American, 0.2% Pacific islander, 4.0% from other races, and 3.2% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 8.7% of
3675-560: The four-year graduation rate was 95%, bettering the state average by 14 points. The rate increased to 96% in 2022. A Civil Rights Data Collection report from the Department of Education for the district's 2020–2021 school year listed that over 70% of the student body was classified as being White, almost 21% as Latino or of Hispanic heritage, less than 2% were Black students, and below 1% each for Native American, Pacific Islander , and Asian enrollees. Less than 3% of pupils were held back
3750-414: The high school in 1960. Originally, the early funding was meant for scholarships, but concerns that college assistance was not enough, the foundation and the SAI turned to a more comprehensive plan to prepare students for college based on education, experience, and preparedness. The fund is perpetual, and is able to pay out $ 500,000 per year. The district, in 2022, was awarded a grant of over $ 1,000,000 from
3825-559: The idea, and soon the two men were selling and printing marble bags, buggy whips , card cases, fans , calendars, cloth caps, aprons , and even hats for horses . In 1904, 12 manufacturers of promotional items got together to found the first trade association for the industry. That organization is now known as the Promotional Products Association International or PPAI, which currently has more than 10,000 global members. PPAI represents
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#17328018971743900-438: The industry for over three years. Members of the Envoy Group have regional exclusivity as one of their perks providing some protection to the low entry barrier of the market Before the 1990s, the industry had a peak season in which the majority of promotional products were sold. The season featured around Christmas and the giving of gifts. This changed significantly in the early 1990s as Christmas gifts became less appropriate in
3975-644: The industry's largest tradeshow (The PPAI Expo), as well as training, online member resources, and legal advocacy. Another organization, the Advertising Specialty Institute , promotes itself as the largest media and marketing organization serving the advertising specialty industry. In Europe, the existing EPPA will be replaced by a new organization setup by the key countries welcoming all other countries to join. The new umbrella organization will be called EPMO or PME (Product Media Europe). According to research completed and published in 2008
4050-412: The launch an online trade sourcing service, which united distributors with manufacturers worldwide. This service is purely for vetted trade promotional merchandise distributor companies and is not available to corporate end user companies. By 2008 almost every distributor had a website demonstrating a range of available promotional products. Very few offer the ability to order products online mainly due to
4125-482: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 18.7% were of German , 11.8% United States or American, 11.1% English , 8.7% Irish and 5.7% Norwegian ancestry. There were 26,306 households, 31.60% of which had resident children under age 18, 55.90% were married couples living together, 9.90% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.40% were non-families. 24.00% of households were made up of individuals, and 11.20% had someone living alone who
4200-445: The population. In terms of ancestry, 24.1% were German , 14.9% were Irish , 12.5% were English , 7.7% were American , and 5.1% were Norwegian . Of the 29,743 households, 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 32.4% were non-families, and 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size
4275-678: The primary UK Trade Show for the Promotional Product Industry, this takes place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry usually the third week of January. The BPMA host an awards dinner and banquet on the middle night of the exhibition which is called the Trade Only National Show. In the United States, PPAI (the Promotional Products Association International ) is the not for profit association, offering
4350-580: The program. Students are given vocational training which includes education on social interactions, employment and job tasks, and practical living skills. The VISIONS program partners with staffing services to provide students, both enrolled and graduated, a match with local jobs and living facilities best suited for them. The district began the Cornerstone Program in 2023 to provide parents and young students, particularly pre-kindergarten, resources to better prepare for early education. The program
4425-580: The promotional merchandise industry took place in the 1970s. At this time an ever-increasing number of corporate companies recognised the benefits gained from promoting their corporate identity , brand or product, with the use of gifts featuring their own logo. In the early years, the range of products available was limited; however, in the early 1980s demand grew from distributors for a generic promotional product catalogue they could brand as their own and then leave with to their corporate customers. In later years, these catalogues could be over-branded to reflect
4500-409: The promotional products industry of more than 22,000 distributors and approximately 4,800 manufacturers. The UK and Ireland promotional merchandise industry formally emerged as corporate marketing became more sophisticated during the late 1950s. Before this, companies may have provided occasional gifts , but there was no recognised promotional merchandise industry. The real explosion in the growth of
4575-686: The public school system in Chehalis attended Cascade Elementary School for kindergarten and first grade, R.E. Bennett Elementary School for second and third grades, and Olympic Elementary School for fourth and fifth grades. Both the Bennett and Cascade schools were designed by Jacque “Jack” DeForest Griffin, an influential architect in 1920s Chehalis, specifically in the Chehalis Downtown Historic District . Pre-kindergarten to 2nd grade. Opened in 2019 for students between
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#17328018971744650-637: The region via a federal grant. The project, meant specifically for rural residents in the county, is expected to be completed in late 2027. In late 2023, the county was announced as part of the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub (PNW H2) initiative through the U.S. Department of Energy . Lewis County would be utilized for the production and storage of hydrogen fuels, including the potential manufacturing of related hydrogen fuel products, such as vehicles and fuel cells. The PNW H2 has provided grants to several economic and educational areas in
4725-513: The region's biomass production capabilities, the county was the first in the state to receive a Bioeconomy Development Opportunity (BDO) Zone rating of AA by the BDO Zone Initiative. A leading economic producer for the county is farming, with the region also holding large numbers for employment in mining, production, and warehousing. Tourism is a large part of the Lewis County economy. In 2023, over 5.6 million people visited
4800-479: The set up to actually print the item. Promotional merchandise distributor companies are experts in artwork and printing processes. In addition to this, the promotional merchandise distributors also provide full support in processing orders, artwork, proofing, progress chasing and delivery of promotional products from multiple manufacturing sources. In the UK, the industry has two main trade bodies, Promota (Promotional Merchandise Trade Association) founded in 1958, and
4875-472: The staffing to service end-users' needs, which is the purpose of merchandise distributor companies. Promotional merchandise is used globally to promote brands, products, and corporate identity. They are also used as giveaways at events, such as exhibitions and product launches. Promotional products can be used for non-profit organizations to promote their cause, as well as promote certain events that they hold, such as walks or any other event that raises money for
4950-501: The state averages, with the median annual wages to be over $ 48,000 and a total household income of under $ 59,000. Unemployment is perennially moderately higher than the state average, though boom years in large Lewis County economic sectors can influence the employment levels. As of 2020 , women held 48.6% of jobs in the county primarily in finance, health care, and education, where men held majority employment in such industries as construction, manufacturing, and utility jobs. The county
5025-535: The state. As of 2022 , Lewis County directly oversees 164.0 acres (66.4 ha) of parks. Recreation areas and sites under the auspices of the Lewis County Parks and Recreation Department include Adna's Back Memorial Park and Rose Parks, Centralia's Schaefer County Park, Claquato Church , Cowlitz River Park (Packwood Park), South County Regional Park in Toledo, and St. Urban Church . The county honors
5100-550: The time, the county included all U.S. lands north of the Cowlitz River , including much of the Puget Sound region and British Columbia . Despite the county being named for him, Meriwether Lewis never traveled in the present-day boundaries of Lewis County. The initial establishment of a county seat was Claquato in 1862, the honor being relinquished in 1874 in favor of Chehalis. The first recognized court hearing in
5175-729: The trade product ranges available from mailings received from manufacturers themselves and by attending trade exhibitions across the world, for example the Trade Only National Show in the UK, the Promotional Product Service Institute (PSI) show in Europe and the Promotional Products Association International (PPAI) Show in Las Vegas. In 2004, the way the trade sourced promotional products began to change with
5250-516: The travels of pioneer Ezra Meeker on the Oregon Trail with several historical markers throughout the region. The Lewis County Historic Bike Ride is an annual, mid-spring fundraising event that began as a county-held historic celebration in the early 1990s. The ride starts in Mary's Corner and through a variety of course options, participants can travel to several small towns and communities in
5325-467: Was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.97. The median age was 41.5 years. The median income for a household in the county was $ 43,874 and the median income for a family was $ 53,358. Males had a median income of $ 43,695 versus $ 31,720 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 21,695. About 10.3% of families and 13.3% of the population were below the poverty line , including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.6% of those age 65 or over. As of
5400-432: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.02. The age distribution of the county's population: 26.50% under age 18, 8.20% from 18 to 24, 25.20% from 25 to 44, 24.50% from 45 to 64, and 15.50% at or over age 65. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 98.30 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.40 males. The median income for
5475-521: Was additionally developed to increase early skills proficiency in a variety of measures and to better connect families to school staff, procedures, and community support as their children transition to school. The SAI was originally funded by donations from the community via the Chehalis Foundation. It included several large contributions made by hometown citizens of note, and a $ 10 million contribution from Orin C. Smith , who graduated from
5550-457: Was no census of homeless residents taken in 2021. Students and children under the age of 18 who are described as, "in an overnight accommodation insecure situation", are not officially recorded as part of the PTC, however a count in 2018 reported 558 students who meet the qualifications to be listed as homeless. In modern times, Lewis County is the most conservative county in western Washington. It
5625-458: Was no organized industry for the creation and distribution of promotional items until later in the 19th century. Jasper Meek, a printer in Coshocton, Ohio , is considered by many to be the originator of the industry when he convinced a local shoe store to supply book bags imprinted with the store name to local schools. Henry Beach, another Coshocton printer and a competitor of Meek, picked up on
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