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Patsy Walker competes at Yelm High School during the 1970s.
A look into the history of sports throughout Yelm’s lineage
Editor’s note: This year, Yelm will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the city’s official incorporation, which took place on Dec. 8, 1924. Every month this year, the Nisqually Valley … more
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Roy Grange members BJ Garrison, left, and Victor Jamiel, right, pose for a photo at the organization's spring sale on Saturday, April 20.
Family-friendly Roy Grange aims to become agriculture hub for locals
On the corner of Water Street, facing busy state Route 507 that carves through the small town, sits the Roy Grange. The organization aims to build up community through conversations and … more
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Yelms Lion Club here to serve
The motto of the Lions Club is “We Serve,” and the Yelm Lions Club has taken that to heart, working to empower volunteers and serve the community. Locally, the Yelm Lions are busy, … more
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Yelm Community Schools board members pose with the 2023-24 Volunteers of the Year during a board meeting on April 18.
Yelm district honors volunteers of the year
Yelm Community Schools awarded eight of its volunteers as the 2023-24 Volunteers of the Year during its Thursday, April 18, board meeting. Eight of the nine schools in the district chose one … more
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Rainier Elementary fifth grade teacher Kelsey Mahan is one of thousands of teachers in the running for the title of America's Favorite Teacher.
Rainier Elementary teacher in running for America’s Favorite Teacher competition
When Rainier Elementary fifth grade teacher Kelsey Mahan first stumbled upon an advertisement for the America’s Favorite Teacher competition on Facebook, she thought it was a scam. Far too good … more
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Brooklynn Simmons waves flags along to Haley Heynderickx's "Show You a Body" during Yelm High School's inaugural art walk on April 12.
Student artists shine in inaugural YHS art walk
Yelm High School’s commons transformed into an art gallery, and its performing arts center (PAC) hosted a student talent showcase during the inaugural art walk on Friday, April 12. More … more
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Dawn Kraves and Chris Woods (center) pose for a photo with members of Mullinax Ford and the Yelm High School automotive program's new 2023 Lincoln Aviator on April 11.
YHS automotive program receives first-ever vehicle donation from Ford
Dawn Kraves’ goal after being hired at Yelm High School as an automotive instructor was to provide every student with as many opportunities as possible. With a nationwide shortage of … more
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A young participant rides a tricycle in the 2022 Learners Without Limits 5K fundraiser.
Learners Without Limits to host third annual 5K fundraiser
Learners Without Limits’ (LWL) 5K fundraiser is back for the third year after successful events in 2022 and 2023. The event is one of the organization’s two major fundraisers during the … more
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A young Yelm resident plays a variation of “Plinko” at last year’s Prairie Days.
Yelm’s Parks & Rec to host series of family-friendly events this summer
The City of Yelm’s Parks and Recreation Department has kept busy by organizing a series of events scheduled for this spring and summer to offer a variety of activities for area residents to … more
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Fourth grade students at Rainier Elementary School receive thesauruses from We Love Rainier WA.
We Love Rainier WA donates thesauruses to fourth graders
We Love Rainier WA presented thesauruses to fourth graders at Rainier Elementary School and Eagle View Christian School in March. The nonprofit organization partnered with OBEE Credit Union, which … more
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Mona Parks, Mike Parks, Danica Stephan and Dj Stephan pose for a photo at the "Historic Yelm Canyon" tribute.
Yelm community pays tribute to ‘Historic Yelm Canyon’
In a town lined with breathtaking views, a booming economy and historic buildings with stories dating back a century, Yelm’s most polarizing attraction in 2024 has been what residents have … more
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Rainer Elementary School's library now sports a green and white paint job after 20 years of blue, yellow and white.
Rainier Elementary library receives paint makeover from local company
Rainier Elementary School surprised its students as they returned from spring break on Monday, April 8, with a library makeover. After approximately 20 years with blue, yellow and white paint … more
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McKenna student earns winter honors at Oregon Institute of Technology
Joseylyn Howard of McKenna has been named to the 2023-24 winter term dean’s list at Oregon Institute of Technology in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Howard studies vascular technology. Recipients of … more
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Yelm High School freshman Valentine McCall's artwork will be on display at the inaugural Yelm Art Walk on April 12.
Yelm High School to host first art walk to showcase student talent
By Dylan Reubenking dylan@yelmonline.com Yelm High School’s campus will be filled with both visual and performative art during its first ever art walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, … more
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Adam Craig will perform at Yelm's Party on the Prairie, which is set for Saturday, June 22.
Country musician, Tenino graduate to perform at 'Party on the Prairie' event
Prairie Days 2024 will be capped off with the first-ever “Party on the Prairie” concert, and the City of Yelm’s Parks and Recreation department is hopeful to conclude the annual … more
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Luke Yates is set to perform at Rainier Chapel on Friday, April 19 at 7 p.m.
Christian country artist Luke Yates to perform in Rainier
While people can listen to many recordings of Christian music artist Luke Yates, nothing tops a live performance. On April 19, Yates will be performing at the Rainier Chapel in a free concert of … more
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The proceeds from sales of "Kindness Matters! You Belong" will benefit students in need in Yelm.
Yelm district giving back to students with Kindness Matters book
To cap off its participation in the “Great Kindness Challenge” in January, Yelm Community Schools held an art contest in which students had a chance to see their artwork in a published … more
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The Rainier Senior Center is located at 108 Michigan St. S. in Rainier. It will host a driving class for seniors on Saturday, April 27.
Rainier Senior Center hosting driving class on April 24
Rainier Senior Center will welcome guest speakers from Washington State Patrol and Operation Lifesaver as the organization hosts a senior driving class.   The class takes place   from … more
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Mill Pond Elementary fifth grader Elizabeth Geszvain works on a math problem with Jordan Coleman at the Yelm Community Schools district office on March 27.
Yelm students traverse town to learn real-life math skills
Eight Yelm businesses are teaching students of all ages the importance of math in the real world as part of the Math For Life challenge. Yelm Community Schools is one of eight districts in Thurston … more
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Children race from under the caution tape to collect eggs during We Love Rainier WA's Easter Egg Hunt on March 30.
We Love Rainier WA celebrates Easter with egg hunt for all ages
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