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The Yelm Lions Club will host Movies in the Park at Longmire Park this summer.
11th annual Movies in the Park series to return this summer
For the 11th time in event history, Yelm Lions Club will roll out the big screen at Longmire Park and welcome community members to participate in the six-week “Movies in the Park” series, … more
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Yelm High School Choir members pose for a photo at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum in New York City.
‘Trip of a lifetime:’ YHS choir members and director highlight trip to NYC and Carnegie Hall
With help from the community, countless hours from the Yelm High School Choir Boosters Committee and a tireless effort from YHS Choir Director Tim Henderson, more than 40 students experienced a … more
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Nisqually Indian Tribe member accused of sexual abuse of minors released from federal custody
Marcus Jerome Douglas, a member of the Nisqually Indian Tribe, was released from custody Tuesday, May 13, during a federal detention hearing in Tacoma. According to the appearance bond, Douglas must … more
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City of Yelm to honor fallen heroes in Memorial Day event
The City of Yelm, in collaboration with VFW Post 5580 and American Legion Joseph Redberg Hall, will soon honor local heroes who paid the ultimate price while serving for the United States military. … more
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Rainier School District recognized by state’s Board of Education
The Washington State School Recognition Program honored two schools in the Rainier School District on Tuesday, May 6, to coincide with National Teacher Day. Rainier Middle School was recognized in … more
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A sign at the Thurston County Courthouse is pictured on Monday, April 21.
Commissioner Grant announces launch of Community Learning Collaborative
Thurston County Commissioner Rachel Grant on May 15 announced the launch of the Community Learning Collaborative, a regional event with the intention of strengthening community connections, promoting … more
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Panel member Jennifer Brown answers a question during the 2025 Economic Alliance of Lewis County Women in Business Seminar in Chehalis on Wednesday, May 14.
Economic Alliance hosts Women in Business Seminar: ‘Surround yourself with people who want to see you succeed’
Founder of Clarity Consulting firm and Centralia Mayor Kelly Smith Johnston opened her keynote address of the Economic Alliance of Lewis County’s annual Women in Business Seminar with a … more
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Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, looks through documents during the legislative session at the Washington state Capitol in Olympia on Friday, April 25.
Washington Republicans fought against these bills; two could still be vetoed
With a major budget deficit looming, this year's Washington state legislative session was full of drama, and that's before taking a look at a number of policy changes. Now that the session has … more
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Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad continues with launch of new RailCycle route after devastating bridge fire
Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad is still reeling from the fire that destroyed its 28-span wooden trestle bridge between Mineral and Morton on April 30, but the railroad hasn’t lost any steam. … more
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Rainier School District recognized by state’s Board of Education
The Washington State School Recognition Program honored two schools in the Rainier School District on Tuesday, May 6, to coincide with National Teacher Day.  Rainier Middle School was … more
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2018 FILE PHOTO — Thurston County Auditor Mary Hall officially unlocks a new ballot box installed outside the Nisqually Administration Building.
Lifelong Thurston County voters to be honored for commitment to democracy
The Thurston County Auditor’s Office will honor hundreds of citizens who have voted for 50 years or more at a “Civic Pride Honor Roll” ceremony on Thursday, June 12, at 2 p.m. in … more
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State Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia
Abbarno bill improving cooperation between cities and tribes signed into law
Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a bill Tuesday, May 13, that will enable deeper cooperation between cities and tribal authorities when providing public services. House Bill 1039, sponsored by state … more
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The Washington State Department of Transportation closed the historic Fairfax Bridge on April 14 as its steel supports warp under pressure. The bridge leads to one of the few entrances to Mt. Rainier National Park, meaning hundreds of thousands of tourists will lose access to the area, avoiding Wilkeson altogether.
Washington town sends pleas to D.C. as bridge closure near Mount Rainier cuts off tourism lifeline
After hand-delivering over 100 letters to Washington, D.C., Pierce County Councilmember Dave Morell says emergency grants could save a historic mining town that the state left out to dry. … more
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Four City of Yelm residents state their case for vacant city council position
Following the abrupt resignation of former Yelm City Councilor Trevor Palmer on April 1 — only after the longtime area resident received his orders for military deployment — four area … more
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Thurston District 4 Commissioner Wayne Fournier is sworn-in during a ceremony at The Atrium in Olympia on Tuesday, Dec. 17.
Should elected officials in Washington have a second job?
Thurston County Commissioner Wayne Fournier has another full-time job. In another county. He’s a firefighter in Grays Harbor. At a board of county commissioners meeting on Tuesday, April 15, … more
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Joe DePinto (top), Dustin Stephan (bottom left) and JW Foster (bottom right) will headline local Primary Election races as the three pursue being elected Mayor.
Thurston County filing week sees over 30 Nisqually Valley residents pursue office
Thurston County’s candidate filing week saw over 30 candidates from the Nisqually Valley area file and declare their candidacy for respective positions for the Tuesday, Aug. 5, primary … more
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MultiCare Indigo urgent care will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its facilty on May 22.
Ribbon-cutting ceremony set for Yelm’s MultiCare Indigo urgent care on May 22
MultiCare Indigo is nearing the finish line for opening its latest urgent care facility in Yelm. The medical provider will celebrate the milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 12:30 p.m. on … more
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Yelm High School class of 2005 alumni Jason Lacy was promoted to Naval Commander in March.
2005 Yelm graduate earns rank of naval commander
Jason Lacy, a 2005 Yelm graduate and area native, was promoted to the rank of naval commander in March. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in … more
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Rainier FFA present a wide variety of hanging baskets, annuals, geraniums, perennials, lilies, herbs and many other plants at their annual plant sale on Friday, May 2.
Beyond the greenhouse: Rainier FFA’s annual plant sale provides service to community
Under the direction of Angie Karnes, the agriculture department at Rainier High School keeps on growing. Now in her 30th year in the district, the environmental science teacher has developed a … more
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‘Stunned for many reasons’: St. Columban pastor reacts to new pope
On May 8, the Roman Catholic Church elected Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as its new pope. Pope Leo XIV is the first American pope in the history of the Catholic Church, which spans some 2,000 … more
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