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U.S. Air Force airmen and U.S. Navy sailors carry the four veterans whose remains were left unclaimed in Lewis County at Tahoma National Cemetery on Friday, Nov. 10.
Unclaimed remains of four veterans in Lewis County laid to rest in Tahoma National Cemetery 
Frederick A. Clough III, Robert E. Larsen, Michael E. Damis and Russel L. Welk.  Those are the names of four veterans whose remains were left unclaimed in Lewis County after their deaths. … more
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General election 2023: Local City Council elections remain close after Tuesday returns
According to Thurston County’s early general election returns, Tuesday, Nov. 7, most contested Nisqually Valley races, including all of Yelm City Council seats up for election, are too close to … more
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Roy residents Roxie and Bob Goodwin stand with their instruments, a harp and banjo, respectively, in their home on Oct. 24.
Thurston County couple offers banjo, guitar, harp, violin lessons
On the corner of Cook Road and Vail Road in Yelm, just outside Stewart’s Arena & Stables, sits a large sign that reads “Horse Feathers Music.” The sign, decorated with … more
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Roy officer Drew Pearson, right, is sworn in by Police Chief Paul Antista at an Oct. 23 City Council meeting.
New Roy officer aims to make long-term contribution to city
When Drew Pearson puts on his nearly 25-pound uniform, polished off with his City of Roy badge, he feels a great sense of responsibility to serve his community. “I hold myself to the … more
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Learners Without Limits will hold its annual bowling fundraiser to benefit Yelm children and families on Nov. 16 at Prairie Lanes in Yelm.
Learners Without Limits hosting annual bowling fundraiser
For the third year, Learners Without Limits will hold its annual bowling fundraiser to benefit Yelm children and families. The event will take place from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 16 at … more
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Mount Rainier is pictured next to an American Flag on a clear day. The City of Yelm is hosting a Veterans Day concert to celebrate veterans this Saturday at the Yelm Community Center.
Yelm Community Center to host Veterans Day concert
The City of Yelm’s Parks and Recreations department aims to give back to local veterans by inviting them, along with their families, friends and community members, to attend an inaugural … more
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The Rainier Senior Center is located at 108 Michigan St. S.
Community member to host fundraiser to benefit RHS athletics
Larry Anderson, 75-year-old Rainier Senior Center member, is aiming to give back to Rainier High School’s athletic department in a helpful manner. The Rainier resident will host an antique sale … more
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The application period for the 2024 Washington State University Master Gardener Volunteer Training is now open.
Application period for Thurston WSU Master Gardener Program open
The application period for the 2024 Washington State University Master Gardener Volunteer Training is now open. The 2024 training course has 79 hours of comprehensive virtual, classroom and … more
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Rotary Club Of Yelm wins regional literacy award
The Rotary Club of Yelm’s work in improving literacy is getting noticed. The local club won the Rotary District 5020 Literacy Award for work done in 2022-23. The district encompasses about … more
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Standing Room Only theater member Rae Simpson poses in the “Lotions and Potions” escape room at the Yell Manor on Halloween night.
Yell Manor deemed a hit as Halloween season winds down
For the fifth time during Halloween season, Yell Manor returned to Yelm to give Halloween fanatics, thrill seekers and trick-or-treaters a scare in its haunted house and escape rooms. Steve … more
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Construction of a new stage at Yelm City Park continues on Nov. 6.
Yelm City Park concert stage to conclude construction in time for Christmas in the Park
Construction of Yelm City Park’s concert stage is set to conclude by Nov. 27, just in time to celebrate Yelm’s annual Christmas in the Park event. The holiday celebration is set for … more
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Ballet dancers perform during a Ballet Northwest production of “The Nutcracker” in this courtesy photo. Ballet Northwest’s production of “The Nutcracker” will return Dec. 8-10 and Dec. 15-17 at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts in Olympia.
Ballet Northwest’s 'The Nutcracker' set to return in December
Ballet Northwest’s “The Nutcracker” is returning to the Washington Center for the Performing Arts in Olympia in December. The 40th annual production, which includes sets created by … more
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Local stolen vehicle recovered by Yelm Police Yelm police officers responded to a report of auto theft around 8:50 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 3. The reporting party told officers they were preparing … more
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Washington State Patrol and other state agencies began their "Home for the Holidays" traffic safety campaign recently.
‘Home for the Holidays’ traffic safety campaign underway
The Washington State Patrol (WSP), in partnership with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) and law enforcement agencies across the state, began the “Home for the Holidays” … more
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Interstate 90
Public comment and review on Highway System Plan available through Dec. 18
A Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) draft plan that outlines investment recommendations for preserving, maintaining, improving and operating state highways for the next 20 years … more
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A Look Back: Take a trip through our area’s rich history
Enjoy these snapshots of articles written in past issues of the Nisqually Valley News from 45, 35, 25 and 15 years ago, respectively. A Look Back at This Week, 45 Years Ago • John … more
Anytime Fitness is hosting its annual Turkey Trot, Thanksgiving Day.
What's happening: Veterans Day celebration, Turkey Trot, Tree lighting
Thursday, Nov. 9 Family Storytime Join the Yelm Timberland Library from 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Thursday for family storytime. The event includes music, movement, books and activities for … more
A fire rips through a property shortly after 7 p.m.on Monday, Oct. 30 near the 6200 block on state Route 702 in McKenna. The fire was still burning in the morning hours of Oct. 31.
McKenna structure fire destroys pole barn
At 6:58 p.m. Monday night, firefighters from South Pierce Fire and other agencies responded to a report of a large structure fire that destroyed a barn in McKenna in the 6200 block of state Route … more
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Yelm Community Schools buses sit ready to be driven next school year, yet more drivers are needed to fill all the routes.
Staff shortages causing school bus route cancellations
Some parents and families within the Yelm Community Schools district have received text messages and emails in recent weeks informing them that their child’s bus route has been canceled. … more
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The “Doodle Buns” portion of Masonry Cafe in Yelm remains boarded up after a vehicle drove through the building on Friday, Oct. 13 in a car accident.
Crash that damaged bakery has not shut down businesses
Just weeks after a vehicle crashed into Masonry Cafe’s Doodle Buns building on Oct. 13, the restaurant’s owner, Shelly Brown, said the businesses damaged are being impacted, but none of … more
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