10/30/2026
The Centralia Police Department (CPD) and the Centralia School District (CSD) have issued a joint statement to update the community regarding tonight’s Centralia High School varsity football game at Tiger Stadium.
Following the threat of violence that led to the cancellation of last week's game, we have been made aware of recent conversations circulating regarding potential violence between students at tonight’s game. CPD detectives have investigated these reports and, at this time, have been unable to verify their substance or credibility.
The safety and well-being of our community, especially our students, is a priority. CPD and CSD have been actively working together to monitor the situation to ensure a safe environment for everyone in attendance. Out of a commitment to transparency, both agencies believe the best course of action is to keep the public informed of these unverified rumors while maintaining our scheduled activities.
Unconfirmed whispers and rumors rob our students, student-athletes, coaches, and staff of the opportunities that bring us together as a community. Friday night football is a time to showcase our schools' hard work, dedication, and spirit. CPD and CSD stand united in our support for our students, and we encourage the Centralia community to show up, fill the stands, and loudly support them at tonight’s game.
To provide peace of mind for all families and fans, law enforcement and school district staff will have an increased, highly visible presence at the stadium. This additional personnel will be stationed throughout the venue to answer questions or concerns, provide assistance, and help everyone feel safe.
Together, we ask our community to stay watchful, enjoy the game, and continue reporting any safety concerns to school administrators or the Centralia Police Department at 360-740-1105. Let’s come together as a community and show our Tiger pride.
As a reminder to the public, under Washington state law (RCW 9.41.280), it is a gross misdemeanor to knowingly carry or possess fi****ms or any other dangerous weapons on public school premises, school-provided transportation, or facilities being used exclusively for school activities. This is a zero-tolerance law.
