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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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Prairie Days Parade participants smile and wave on June 24.
Prairie Days Brings Summer Fun to Yelm
The annual Prairie Days Parade rolled through downtown Yelm as spectators lined the sidewalks on East Yelm Avenue as early as 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 24. Following the parade, spectators made … more
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Prairie Days Parade participants sport the red, white and blue on June 24.
In Focus: Prairie Days Parade Rolls Through Yelm
A portrait of Jessie Uch is displayed during a vigil held at Rainier High School in March.
Rainier Man Accused of Causing Fatal Crash in March Arrested for Vehicular Homicide
The 18-year-old Rainier man accused of causing a two-vehicle crash in the 13800 block of Rainier Road Southwest in March that killed 17-year-old Rainier High School senior Jessie Uch has been … more
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Attendees at Prestige Senior Living Rosemont’s Prom smile for a photo on June 17.
Prestige Senior Living Rosemont Holds Senior Prom for Community
Residents at Prestige Senior Living Rosemont were treated to food, music and entertainment as the facility held its first prom event on Saturday, June 17, at its location on Killion Road Southeast in … more
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Yelm High School graduates listen on to a speech on June 11 at the Tacoma Dome.
Yelm High School Class of 2023 Graduates at Tacoma Dome
Yelm High School’s Class of 2023 gathered at the Tacoma Dome on June 11 to celebrate the end to their K-12 journey as they turned their tassels to mark their latest accomplishment. Over … more
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Rainier High School graduates clap at the conclusion of a speech on June 9 at their commencement ceremony.
Rainier High School Sends Off Class of 2023
After four years of overcoming adversity, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the loss of a classmate, seniors at Rainier High School rejoiced as they officially graduated on Friday, June 9. … more
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A cowboy holds on while his bronc bucks at the Roy Pioneer Rodeo on Sunday, June 4.
Roy Pioneer Rodeo Draws In Sold Out Crowds During Busy Weekend
Thousands of people flocked to the Roy Pioneer Rodeo grounds over the weekend to watch cowboys and cowgirls compete during the 62nd iteration of the annual event. Nearly 100 competitors were … more
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Jeri Setzer stands next to a monument that sunk three feet into the ground over time.
‘Cemetery Caretakers’ Help Spruce Up Headstones in Roy
T he Roy Cemetery received its annual facelift on Sunday, May 21, during the Roy Cemetery cleanup day. The event’s organizers, known as the “cemetery caretakers,” said this … more
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Shawn Jemtegaard is pictured at a memorial service that was held at Yelm High School on Sunday, May 21.
Hundreds Gather in Memory of Fallen Yelm Youth Football Coach
Shawn Jemtegaard’s family members, friends, colleagues, and youth football athletes gathered at Yelm High School on Sunday, May 21, to honor his life and memory during a memorial service. … more
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Tenino City Historian Richard Edwards and Tenino PARC (parks, arts, recreation and culture) Director Jessica Reeves-Rush smile for a photo in Tenino on Friday with their new, co-authored book celebrating the 150th birthday of the Stone City.
New Book, Upcoming Festival Celebrate Tenino’s 150th Birthday
Sandstone is likely Tenino’s most famed product. But few know that the United States Capitol has a stone representing every state, and Washington’s is Tenino sandstone.   … more
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The restaurant will feature dining options including a variety of sandwiches that feature chopped pork, beef brisket and smokey chicken. The business also offers bowls or platters that include either chopped pork, beef brisket, chicken thighs or all beef hotlinks. The bowl or platter options include a macaroni and cheese bowl, a loaded baked potato or a salad.
Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que Announces Expansion to Yelm
Pecos Pit Bar-B-Que announced on Wednesday, May 10, that a restaurant location is coming to the Nisqually Plaza in Yelm this summer.   Customers describe its slow-roasted, wood-smoked … more
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Courtesy Photos Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad has been working to hire staff and repair its tracks between Elbe and Mineral after it suspended all operations in May 2020 partly due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rail Bikes and Steam Train Excursions: Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad Will Be Back in Operation Sooner Than Predicted
Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad (MRSR) has announced it will open RailCycle Mt. Rainier, a new rail bike attraction, and is entering final negotiations to begin operating steam train excursions from … more
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Jerry Fugich, John Williams and John Thomson pose after Williams was recognized.
Local Man Honored in ‘Welcome Home Veteran’ Ceremony
Vietnam veteran John Williams, a Yelm resident and past commander of the town’s VFW Post 5580, received a token of appreciation for his service in the war on April 18.   He was … more
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Skyler Ashley, Harper Ashley and Tristin Ashley, from Littlerock, look through plants at the Yelm FFA Plant Sale on Friday, April 28.
Yelm FFA Plant Sale Breaks Record as $28,000 Is Raised
For the second consecutive year in a row, Yelm High School’s FFA Plant Sale set a new record during its two-day event on Friday, April 28, and Saturday, April 29. This year’s event … more
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Image renderings are passed around on the construction site of an agricultural park along Old Highway 99 SE in Tenino on Thursday, April 27, 2023.
Tenino Agricultural Park Construction Underway; $1.25M Provided by the State
When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted supply chains of food, residents could more clearly see the value of local resources, said Aslan Meade, director of strategic alliances for the Thurston County … more
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