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SRO Theater members pose for a photo after their latest performance, “Love Ballads and Valentines” radio show, Saturday, Feb. 17.
Yelm’s SRO Theater successfully hosts ‘Love Ballads and Valentines’ radio show
Standing Room Only (SRO) Theater, a Yelm based community-led theater group, is finding its stride post-COVID. The organization has held two events since early December and aims to continue bringing … more
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Middle school student honor rolls
Ridgeline Middle School Second Term Honor Roll Eighth grade 4.0   BASSETT, MIA ELIZABETH BROWN, ABIGAIL JEAN CUNNINGHAM, ADDISON RAYE FARNSWORTH, EVAN DARRELL … more
Courtesy Photo Under Yelm Communications and Recreation Coordinator Line Roy’s direction, the City has hosted many family-friendly activities, from two in 2022 to 49 in 2023.
Nisqually Valley News Person of the Year 2023: Line Roy
Since Line Roy became Yelm’s communications and recreation coordinator in October 2022, one of her top priorities has been to enhance residents’ experiences and memories of living in a … more
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Julian Garcia poses for a photo with the wheel of the Barque Picton Castle while sailing around the world.
A voyage of a lifetime
Julian Garcia’s family and friends often say that he was born 200 years too late because he was meant to sail the seas.   He grew up with a deep love of the ocean and a longing for … more
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Dee Ragsdale enjoys making cakes with a fantasy theme, including this “Lord of the Rings” cake.
Clearwood cake artist combines artistic flair with baking skills
What started with a “Little Einsteins” spaceship cake for Dee Ragsdale’s daughter’s first birthday has turned into a full-time cake business. Ragsdale, a Clearwood resident, … more
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Members of the Standing Room Only Theater perform a Christmas song on Dec. 9 at Yelm’s Outpost Church during the group’s “It’s a Wonderful Life” performance.
Standing Room Only Theater to present ‘Love Ballads and Valentines’ radio show
Standing Room Only, Yelm’s community-led theater group, invites residents to Yelm’s Outpost Church on Feb. 17 to watch two separate showings of its “Love Ballads and … more
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Student honors: Local students earn fall dean’s list honors
Three Nisqually Valley students representing two universities took home dean’s list honors for the fall term. • Tayettin Brodzinski, Yelm, University of Minnesota-Crookston … more
Fort Stevens Elementary students color posters to support Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.
Yelm students spread goodwill throughout district, community
While the week-long “Great Kindness Challenge” has existed in some form within Yelm Community Schools’ elementary schools for almost a decade, the event was bigger than ever from … more
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Local artist Cari Thompson, whose art work is displayed in Olympia at the Thomas Architecture Studios, smiles in front of one of her paintings on Jan. 29.
Yelm artist to host Valentine’s Day art show in Olympia
The walls and rooms at Cari Thompson’s house in Yelm are currently bare as all of her artwork sits inside the Thomas Architecture Studio in Olympia. Her art gallery in Olympia features 32 … more
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City’s inaugural Bunny Breakfast offers food and fun
Spring will soon be sprung in the Yelm area. The family can enjoy a “Bunny Breakfast” from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on March 16 at 301 Second St. SE. Organized by the City of Yelm Parks and … more
Rep. Strickland announces launch of Valentines for Veterans and First Responders drive
U.S. Rep. Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) is aiming to bring some extra joy to the lives of service and emergency response members through the launch of her Valentines for Veterans and First Responders … more
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Margaret Clapp reaches into a bucket held by auctioneer Daniel Schorno filled with tickets purchased for $100 each at last year's Dollars for Scholars fundraiser. The winner of the drawing was able to choose from any item on stage except the Chevy Spark.
Yelm Dollars For Scholars hosting annual dinner
Yelm’s Dollars for Scholars has been making waves by positively impacting the lives of Yelm High School students and their families. Having successfully raised and distributed over $2.9 million … more
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Two of artist Cari Thompson’s original paintings are shown, which includes Albert Einstein (left), and Enzo Ferrari and Marilyn Monroe (right).
Yelm artist Cari Thompson hosting art exhibition in Olympia
Local artist and Yelm resident Cari Thompson, who moved to Yelm 35 years ago after becoming well known in Carmel, California, will host her own art exhibition in Olympia, Washington. … more
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Leah Simmons and her son go for a warm-up jog at a Crawl PNW parent and toddler judo class on Jan. 10.
Parents and toddlers learn judo basics in new program in Yelm
Parents have a new way of spending quality time with their toddlers in Yelm. Crawl PNW’s Parent & Toddler Judo Program, a 10-week program held at Harai Dojo in Yelm, is underway, offering … more
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A woman receives a loaf of bread at the Valley Heart Food Pantry on Jan. 10.
Rainier church opens new food pantry
Valley Heart Assembly of God recently opened its doors to provide the Rainier community with a new food pantry in the entryway of the church. The food pantry will coexist alongside the Thurston … more
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Nisqually Valley college students earn Dean’s List honors
Five Nisqually Valley area college students earned Dean’s List honors for the fall 2023 term. • Chady Wah, Yelm, Northwest Technical College in Bemidji, Minnesota • Mercedes … more
Darcies Dancing Dogs helps out-of-town owners
When it comes time to travel, a big question usually arises: What to do with the pets? That is where Darcies Dancing Dogs comes into play. Darcie Pelley, who is based in Rochester but also … more
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Cade McBride, Heidi Cornwall, and Ryan Sudduth pose outside Yelm High School on Jan. 11.
YHS students accepted into All-State performing ensembles
Three Yelm High School students were accepted into the 2024 Washington Music Educators Association High School All-State performing ensembles. The musicians will join other high school students from … more
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Brandi Worthy smiles with a donated bag of dog food at Worthy Coffee Co. on Jan. 3.
Worthy Coffee Co. supporting dog rescues with food drive
When Worthy Coffee Co. owner Brandi Worthy gifted her husband, Josh, a rescue dog for Christmas, she was inspired to have a heart for animals and give back to dogs in need. After meeting the … more
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Greyson Jewell poses with a copy of the Nisqually Valley News and a dispenser.
Local 10-year-old growing Nisqually Valley News collection
When the Yelm High School football team celebrated its 3A state championship with a parade on Jan. 23, 2023, Yelm resident and Tornados fan Greyson Jewell was featured on the front page of the Jan. … more
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