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A barista cleans her station at The Local on Aug. 21.
Local businesses reflect on first year in Yelm
Yelm is quickly growing economically, with a variety of new businesses opening around the city within the last year alone. These businesses include The Local, Munchies Plus and 507 Auto … more
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Tim’s Pharmacy & Gift Shop can be found at 106 First St. S in Yelm.
Tim’s Pharmacy & Gift Shop remains open amid remodel
Despite speculation to the contrary, Tim’s Pharmacy & Gift Shop in Yelm is not closing or changing ownership. Instead, owners began remodeling the business in late July to provide an … more
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A Yelm High School graduate stands with a photo in memory of Collin McLaren in 2022.
Second annual Skate for Collin event to educate community on fentanyl, drug use dangers
After Yelm High School student Collin McLaren’s passing in 2022, his mother, Karisa Carpenter, has tried to educate the community on the dangers of fentanyl and drug use. Her outreach to … more
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A youth at Yelm’s National Night Out on Aug. 1 attempts to submerge Police Chief Rob Carlson in a dunk tank.
National Night Out brings out community for fun and bonding
In an effort to enhance and strengthen relationships between the Yelm community and local police and government, the Yelm Police Department and City of Yelm hosted the annual National Night Out on … more
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A crowd forms in front of the stage at Yelm City Park to enjoy live music on Aug. 4 at Jazz in the Park.
Sixth annual Jazz in the Park creates relaxed atmosphere and weekend of fun
The sixth annual Jazz in the Park event, which drew an estimated 2,000 attendants, was described as a successful event despite the uncertain weather on Aug. 5 during the second day of the event. … more
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The U.S. Navy is honoring Billy Frank Jr. (1931-2014), Nisqually activist and leader during the fish-ins, by naming a ship after him. Courtesy Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, 1973.
U.S. Navy to name ship in honor of late tribal activist Billy Frank Jr.
The late Billy Frank Jr, a Nisqually tribal elder and legendary Native American activist, will soon have a U.S. Navy ship named in his honor. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced on … more
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Neil Tolstead (left) and Dawn Lantz (middle) pose with Kya Ramirez for a photo at the 2023 Thurston County Fair.
Yelm residents receive lifetime achievement award at Thurston County Fair
Yelm’s Dawn Lantz and Neil Tolstead were recently honored for their dedication and involvement in the Thurston County Fair. Lantz has served at the fair since 2006, while Tolstead has been a … more
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Nevaeh Smith reacts to the announcement that she won the talent show at the Yelm Music Festival on July 29.
Annual Yelm Music Festival draws hundreds through live performances
For the second consecutive year, Yelm residents listened to local musicians perform at the Yelm Music Festival. The event drew several hundred people throughout the day to enjoy Yelm’s … more
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Traffic typically backs up on Yelm Avenue when I-5 is dealt with traffic issues. Yelm Avenue experienced some mid-morning traffic on Aug. 1.
Yelm police chief: Traffic becoming ‘state of emergency’
After a major traffic backup throughout town on the morning of July 19, Yelm’s Police Chief Rob Carlson described the traffic situation as a “state of emergency” and discussed … more
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Miles Deville moonsaults on to Artemis Spencer on July 22 at Defy’s Showdown at the Mountain.
DEFY Showdown at the Mountain raises $15,000 to send Yelm girl to Paris
By Jacob Dimond jake@yelmonline.com Over 250 fans of Defy Wrestling and supporters of 10-year-old Yelm girl Cataleya Castanon in her fight against neurofibromatosis (NF) raised money and … more
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A member of GriffeyLou BBQ prepares smoked chicken for the Amateur Andy’s Competition at the Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally on July 22.
Fourth annual Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally draws thousands to Yelm City Park
Despite the sun scorching down on Yelm City Park with low 90-degree temperatures, thousands of carnivorous patrons crowded the area to enjoy the fourth annual Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally, … more
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U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds streak across the sky over Tacoma in formation during the JBLM Airshow and Warrior Expo on Sunday, July 16.
Thunderbirds thrill at JBLM Airshow and Warrior Expo
For the first time in seven years, the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Airshow and Warrior Expo was held Saturday and Sunday at McChord Field.   The event was free and open to the public.   … more
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Ashley Walker, employee at Yelm’s Northwest Grind, smiles partially behind July’s special ‘the Carnival Ride.’
Northwest Grind coffee shop opens with busy first month
After opening on June 8, Yelm’s Northwest Grind coffee shop has had quite a busy summer.   The new coffee stand, 9241 Burnett Road Southeast, features a variety of drinks, including … more
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From about 6,400-foot elevation at Sunrise, Mount Rainier’s summit and its eastern face, covered in ice caves, crevices and glaciers, are visible on Thursday.
Mountain Roads Are Open: Why Not Visit Two in One Day?
Southwest Washington’s wonders are abundant. Very few people in the world can visit two mountains easily, and absolutely nowhere else do residents have relatively easy access to both Mount … more
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The new communication board at Yelm City Park allows for non-verbal people with autism to communicate with others.
Communication Board Posted at Yelm City Park for Non-Verbal Residents
With help from Project Jade and Image360 South in Las Vegas, Nevada, the City of Yelm recently unveiled a communication board at Yelm City Park. The board aims to provide non-verbal, autistic … more
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Congresswoman Maire Gluesenkamp Perez stands with Tenino Mayor Wayne Fournier after presenting the City of Tenino with a congressional record and cutting the city’s birthday cake during Tenino’s 150th Jubilee at Tenino City Park on Saturday, July 8.
Tenino Jubilee Celebrates Stone City’s 150th Birthday
The City of Tenino celebrated its 150th birthday on Saturday, July 8, with a sesquicentennial jubilee, complete with a parade, a talent show and a visit from the city’s congressional … more
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A group of firefighters discuss a game plan while they stand in thick smoke on July 6 near Roy.
Firefighters Successfully Beat Back Brush Fire in Roy Area
South Pierce Fire and Rescue, Graham Fire and Rescue, the Department of Natural Resources, the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department and Joint Base Lewis McChord resources responded to a brush … more
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In an effort to establish itself as one of the leading tribes in Washington state for clean energy sustainability, the Nisqually Tribe has joined forces with Puget Sound Energy (PSE) to upgrade lighting infrastructure across the reservation. 
PSE and Nisqually Tribe Partner in Energy Efficiency Project
In an effort to establish itself as one of the leading tribes in Washington state for clean energy sustainability, the Nisqually Tribe has joined forces with Puget Sound Energy (PSE) to upgrade … more
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Members of the Yelm FFA Alumni Association smile inside the firework booth.
Annual Yelm FFA Alumni Fireworks Booth Aims to Give Back
The annual Yelm FFA alumni fireworks boaoth does more than just sell fireworks. Each year, the organization uses the funds raised to support the FFA through scholarships, sending the chapter to the … more
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Holly Johnson smiles as she receives flowers and a certificate of recognition for her Regional Teacher of the Year Award in Tenino on Monday, June 26.
Tenino Special Education Instructor Honored as Regional Teacher of the Year 
Having just finished her 21st year as an educator, Parkside Elementary School Special Education Teacher Holly Johnson was recognized Monday as Capital Region Education Service District (ESD) … more
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