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Roy residents called for the city to address its water quality issues.
Roy City Council votes to reallocate funding for crosswalk project
In a special city council meeting Tuesday, July 22, the City of Roy unanimously voted to approve a motion that allows Clerk-Treasurer Kris Ballerini to request that the Washington state Department of … more
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Nationally touring comedian Sam Miller to perform at Stone City Event Center on Friday
Four years after finding his big break as a stand-up comedian, area resident Sam Miller will return to Thurston County to headline a 7:30 p.m. comedy show on Friday, Aug. 1, at the Stone City Event … more
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A driver was airlifted to a regional trauma center after colliding with a dump truck outside Rainier on Tuesday, July 22.
Driver airlifted after colliding with dump truck outside Rainier
Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders found himself in the right place at the right time during his off-duty hours on Tuesday, July 22. That afternoon, he and other county residents came upon what … more
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Voters can drop off their ballots for the Aug. 5 primary election in the parking lot next to Yelm Community Schools' district office.
Yelm mayoral candidates urges community to turn out for vote
Though Yelm’s three candidates for the mayoral race in the Aug. 5 primary election might tend to disagree on various topics, incumbent Joe DePinto and challengers JW Foster and Dustin Stephan … more
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The Washington State House of Representatives convenes for floor debate, March 12th, 2025.
Rep. Peter Abbarno honored with 2025 Infrastructure Champion Award by Washington State Public Works Board
State Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia, has been named a recipient of the Infrastructure Champion Award by the Washington State Public Works Board, recognizing his legislative leadership and … more
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Noel Ostrander, with Smokin O's Competition Barbecue, smiles for a photo on Saturday, July 26 at the Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally.
Annual Amateur Andy competition brings out best barbecue, creates camaraderie
Each July, the area’s top pitmasters gather for the Amateur Andy competition at the Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally. They set up on Second Street, just outside of the Yelm Community Center and … more
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Tenino police apprehend suspect in fencing theft near elementary school
The Tenino Police Department announced over the weekend that it has arrested the prime suspect in a theft of thousands of dollars of fencing near Tenino Elementary School. According to a news release … more
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The sun sets on Mount Rainier from the Skyline Trail at Mount Rainier National Park on Thursday, July 24.
Hundreds of cyclists circling Mount Rainier July 31 for annual RAMROD
Drivers should plan for delays and increased awareness as hundreds of bicyclists take to the road in the annual Ride Around Mount Rainier in One Day (RAMROD) event Thursday, July 31. Both drivers and … more
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A young Youth Burger Challenge participant crafts his burger on Saturday, July 26 at Yelm City Park.
‘Youth Burger Challenge’ allows for youngest BBQ-enthusiasts to showcase skills
Nine of the area’s youngest burger enthusiasts gathered and displayed their skills behind the grill on Saturday, July 26, at Yelm City Park to compete in the annual Youth Burger Challenge as … more
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Loren Ackerman, President of the South Thurston County Historical Society, demonstrates the printing process of the city of Tenino’s wooden money during the Tenino Oregon Trail Days on Saturday, July 26.
Tenino releases new run of its famous wooden money for Oregon Trail Days
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Tenino Depot Museum’s move, Loren Ackerman dusted off the 1890 Chandler & Price printing press to print and distribute a new batch of souvenir wooden … more
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Steele Barrel BBQ wins the People’s Choice Award after a long day of grilling at the 5th annual Nisqually Barbecue Rally. on Saturday, July 26.
Sixth Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally cements event as Yelm staple
For the sixth time since its launch, the Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally packed Yelm City Park and cemented the event as a staple in the local community, as attendees enjoyed a day filled with food … more
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Yelm City Hall can be found at 106 2nd St. SE.
Yelm City Council approves contracts for two school resource officers
The City of Yelm reaffirmed its partnership and commitment to serving Yelm Community Schools (YCS) during a Yelm City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 22, when councilors unanimously approved the … more
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Yelm Mayor Joe DePinto smiles while talking about benefits of having the YMCA in Yelm.
Trio of Yelm mayoral candidates talk primary election
With less than a week remaining until the Aug. 5 Thurston County primary election, the three candidates vying for mayor of Yelm — incumbent Joe DePinto, former Mayor JW Foster and local police … more
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'Willfully naive': Plaintiffs blast court ruling on parental rights lawsuit challenging Washington law
One plaintiff called the decision “willfully naïve” on Tuesday after a federal appeals court upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit last week challenging Washington state laws that allow … more
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Another $122M from opioid settlements now available to Washington state
More than 100 local governments in Washington are now eligible to claim their share of $122.2 million in settlements with Purdue Pharma and eight generic opioid manufacturers, the Washington state … more
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Earlier this month, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson said the state would provide $11 million in funding if Planned Parenthood loses its lawsuit and federal support. There are 30 clinics in the state that serve 10,000 patients every year. (Photo by Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard)
Federal judge issues new order protecting all Planned Parenthood clinics from Medicaid ‘defunding’
Planned Parenthood affiliates nationwide are once again protected from a “defunding” provision passed by Congress after a federal judge in Massachusetts granted an emergency request for a … more
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WSDOT seeks sanctions against whistleblower regarding CCA impact to gas prices
The Washington State Department of Transportation, represented by Attorney General Nick Brown’s former law firm, is seeking sanctions against a former employee whistleblower who alleged he was … more
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Benefits for striking workers, time off for immigration hearings now law in Washington state
This month, a number of new state laws took effect in Washington that impact both employers and their employees. Other recently passed laws impacting employment kick in Jan. 1, 2026.   … more
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Loren Ackerman, President of the South Thurston County Historical Society, demonstrates the printing process of the city of Tenino’s wooden money during the Tenino Oregon Trail Days on Saturday, July 26.
Tenino releases new run of its famous wooden money for Oregon Trail Days
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Tenino Depot Museum’s move, Loren Ackerman dusted off the 1890 Chandler & Price printing press to print and distribute a new batch of souvenir wooden … more
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The Tenino Motorcycle Drill Team performs stunts during the Tenino Oregon Trail Days parade on Saturday, July 26.
In focus: Oregon Trail Days parade rolls through Tenino
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