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U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, joined breakaway Republicans and all House Democrats on Thursday in voting to renew Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies that expired at the end of 2025.
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The Chronicle and States Newsroom staff
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1/9/26
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State Rep. Travis Couture, R-Allyn, who represents the 35th Legislative District, is once again attempting to rally support for a bill that would simplify the process for removing children from homes …
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By The Chronicle staff
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1/9/26
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As lawmakers prepare for the 2026 legislative session, many have pre-filed bills with hopes that they can push them through quickly during the year's short 60-day session, which begins next week.
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By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com
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1/9/26
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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Friday confirmed razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks beaches from Jan. 15 to 21.
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1/9/26
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The killing of a Minnesota woman by U.S. Immigration and Customs (ICE) on Jan. 7 has divided the nation, with many calling the shooter’s actions unjustified and some, including the Trump …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@thurstonchronicle.com
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1/9/26
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Washington’s Third Congressional District U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, has made a habit of breaking with her political party.
Now, she’s highlighting reporting from Fox …
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By The Chronicle staff
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1/8/26
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South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) has been awarded the INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards Endorsement, a recognition that highlights excellence in healthcare simulation practices.
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By The Thurston Chronicle staff
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1/8/26
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A Yelm woman is facing possible DUI and vehicular assault charges following a crash on Yelm Highway SE early Thursday morning.
Megan Marie Oakes, 44, was reportedly driving a black 2017 …
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By The Thurston Chronicle staff
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1/8/26
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The Washington state Board of Nursing has taken disciplinary action against two nurses practicing in Thurston County.
In November, the Board of Nursing indefinitely suspended the registered …
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By The Thurston Chronicle staff
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1/7/26
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Yelm Education Association (YEA) has formally submitted a vote of no confidence in Yelm Community Schools Superintendent Chris Woods. 77.7% of voting YEA members voted in favor of the no confidence …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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1/6/26
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Thursday, Jan. 8 Yelm boys basketball hosts Emerald Ridge Yelm High School’s boys basketball team will host the 4A SPSL’s Emerald Ridge at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, inside of YHS’s …
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1/6/26
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Two men were found dead at separate rest areas off of Interstate 5 within hours in Thurston County on Saturday, Jan. 3. The deaths were unrelated and are not believed to be the result of foul play. …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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1/6/26
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After winning the race for Yelm City Council position no. 3 by 35 votes in last November’s Thurston County general election, Griselda Arias — who defeated incumbent Joshua Crossmant for the seat …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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1/6/26
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A candlelight vigil has been planned for the case of Karen Bodine, the 37-year-old mother of three from Thurston County who was found dead near a gravel pit in Rochester on Jan. 22, 2007. “This …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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1/6/26
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After defeating challenger JW Foster in the 2025 Thurston County general election last November, Mayor Joe DePinto has his sights set on improvements to public safety, recreational opportunities, …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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1/6/26
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Dancing Needles Tattoo has often held the tradition of allowing its apprentice to host a fundraiser inside the shop, and this month, shop mentee Kahlil Hynson will host a five-day event in an effort …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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1/6/26
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A portion of Yelm Avenue was closed for over an hour from First Street to Fourth Street during the afternoon hours of Monday, Jan. 5, due to a bomb scare at Fairway Real Estate — located 222 East …
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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1/5/26
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As Olympia faces another shortfall, state health care officials said Monday that the governor’s supplemental budget proposal could impact Washington’s Recovery Navigator Program.
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Tim Clouser / The Center Square
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1/5/26
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An anti-tax crowd gathered at the state capitol in Olympia on Saturday, with protesters expressing frustration over a lack of affordability and even touching on concerns about alleged daycare fraud …
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By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square
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1/5/26
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The Thurston County Clerk’s Office is closing its in-person customer service counters and shifting entirely online, effective Jan. 20.
The change is due to budget cuts, the Thurston …
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By The Thurston Chronicle staff
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1/5/26
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