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The re-election of two Yelm City Councilors, David Johnstone and Stephanie Kangiser, was made official during a council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 25, as the two city representatives were sworn in. …
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12/2/25
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The City of Yelm will partner this month with Chabad Jewish Center of Olympia as in light of the Hanukkah holiday, a giant Menorah lighting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 15 at Yelm City …
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12/2/25
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Christopher Snyder, one of two men convicted for setting fire to a man at an Olympia homeless encampment last year, has been sentenced to roughly 53 years in prison. “Mr. Snyder is a violent …
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12/2/25
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The Thurston County Auditor’s Office swore nearly 70 local elected officials into office on Tuesday as the Thurston County Canvassing Board certified the Nov. 4 general election. One race, …
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12/2/25
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With the Christmas season in full swing, the local community-based arts and entertainment group Standing Room Only (SRO) Theater plans to spread some seasonal joy with four showings of its …
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12/2/25
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One of Yelm’s most popular restaurants, Red Lantern Asian Fusion, celebrated a milestone accomplishment on Monday, Dec. 1, as the business hosted a soft opening at its second official location. …
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12/2/25
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The holiday season is officially underway in the Nisqually Valley region, as the City of Yelm hosted its annual Christmas tree lighting-ceremony on Monday, Dec. 1, at Yelm City Park in the evening …
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12/2/25
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Emotions ran high at arraignment hearings for the men accused of killing two teenagers in a drive-by shooting in Thurston County on Nov. 14. Trequanne Trenelle Wilson-Mason, 20, pleaded not guilty to …
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12/2/25
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Olympia Family Theater and String and Shadow Puppet Theater have partnered for a whimsical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Snow Queen,” running Dec. 4 to Dec. 28.
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By The Chronicle staff
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12/1/25
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Northeast Washington might be considered a rugged, quiet place, but it is making noise as the setting for the critically acclaimed “Train Dreams” movie currently streaming on Netflix.
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By Brandon Hansen / For The Chronicle
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12/1/25
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An organization that represents large private forestland owners across Washington state plans to file a legal challenge to recent state forest practice rules.
The Washington Forest Protection …
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By The Chronicle staff
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12/1/25
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Washington state Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers announced Tuesday razor clam-digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks beaches from Dec. 2 to …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/26/25
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The Thurston County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) is accepting applications for projects occurring in 2026, according to a news release from the Board of County Commissioners.
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/25/25
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With the holiday season quickly approaching, an annual tradition is set to return to the Nisqually Valley community as the Yelm Lions Club’s 14th annual Christmas Store is set for Saturday, …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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11/25/25
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The Team Fire basketball squad made up of local firefighters won big 75-56 over the Team Ice squad composed of Thurston County Sheriff’s Office employees in the third annual Fire and Ice …
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Dylan Reubenking / For Nisqually Valley News
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11/25/25
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During a Yelm Community Schools (YCS) Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, Nov. 20, Myrna Porter, McKenna Elementary School counselor, spoke during a public comment portion of the meeting to ask …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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11/25/25
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In an effort to build stronger relationships within the local area while enjoying a hot meal, Yelm Lions Club has launched its weekly “Souper Sunday” event — where community members …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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11/25/25
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During a Yelm Community Schools (YCS) Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, Nov. 20, nine employees within the district were recognized and honored with Educational Staff Associates Excellence …
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11/25/25
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During a Yelm Community Schools (YCS) Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, Nov. 20, Dr. Lisa Cadero-Smith, YCS assistant superintendent, presented numerous changes to the district’s Policy …
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11/25/25
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