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A Sound Transit Link light rail train is stopped at a station as riders use the stairs and escalator to exit.
New light rail contract will cost millions even though entire transit line may not be built
Sound Transit board members are expected to approve a contract of up to $19.5 million Thursday for continuing engineering studies on the proposed Ballard light rail line, even though key portions of … more
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Matt Segal was appointed to the state Public Disclosure Commission on April 16 by Gov. Bob Ferguson. He is a founding partner of the Pacifica Law Group and former King County Superior Court judge.
Ferguson fills seat on Washington state campaign watchdog panel as recall effort looms
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has appointed Matt Segal , a founding partner of the Pacifica Law Group and former King County Superior Court judge, to the commission that enforces state campaign … more
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A Flock Safety license plate-reading camera is seen in Denver on Aug. 5, 2025. The technology is at the center of a new law going into effect in Oregon regulating law enforcement agencies.
A new Oregon law regulates police use of license plate readers. Here’s how it works
Oregonians will soon be able to sue private companies that sell or otherwise improperly use data captured by license plate-reading cameras under a new state law.  Senate Bill 1516, signed … more
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One of the rooms where ballots are stored and sorted at the Thurston County Ballot Processing Center in Tumwater on Thursday, Oct. 30.
Random audit of April 28 special election in Thurston County is April 30
The Thurston County Auditor’s Elections Division will conduct a random audit of the April 28 special election at 9 a.m. on April 30. This test demonstrates the accuracy of the tabulation … more
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Intercity Transit Bicycle Community Challenge coordinator Ali Fuller holds up a flyer for Tenino City Council meeting attendees to see on Tuesday, April 14, at Tenino City Hall.
Cyclists preparing for 39th annual Intercity Transit Bicycle Community Challenge in Thurston County
With the weather turning warmer and dryer, Intercity Transit staff are preparing to hold the 39th annual Bicycle Community Challenge (BCC) starting May 1, Intercity Transit BCC coordinator Ali Fuller … more
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Thurston-Lewis-Mason Central Labor Council invites working people to May Day celebration
May 1 is International Workers Day. The Thurston-Lewis-Mason Central Labor Council is inviting working people from across the region to join them for music, activism and solidarity at its May … more
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Forest Service won’t issue commercial huckleberry permits for Gifford Pinchot in 2026
The U.S. Forest Service’s Gifford Pinchot National Forest announced on Tuesday that commercial huckleberry permits will not be issued in 2026. According to a news release from the Forest … more
Attorney General Nick Brown greets legislators in the House chambers at the Washington state Capitol in Olympia on Tuesday, Jan. 13.
Millionaire tax critic says AG, Dems played politics instead of protecting residents
Emails obtained by The Center Square between the Washington Attorney General and Democratic leaders show Nick Brown's staff was playing politics instead of protecting the Constitution and residents … more
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Washington state close to meeting wolf delisting criteria with no clear path ahead
Washington is inching closer to delisting gray wolves as an endangered species. Once the wolves establish a presence in the Southern Cascades, they’ll meet all of Washington state’s criteria … more
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Families of children with developmental disabilities testified in front of a Washington House committee last year. (Photo courtesy of Katie Scheid)
Why families caring for children with disabilities are suing Washington state
When Jamie and Chris Thompson got married, they created a big, blended family.  Chris had three children from a previous marriage. Jamie had a son. Together, they had two more kids. The … more
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Community Calendar for April 23: Yelm Arbor Day Celebration, FFA Plant Sale, Nisqually Valley Spring Expo, Yelm Farmers Market
Thursday, April 23 30th annual City of Yelm Arbor Day celebration The City of Yelm will host its 30th annual Arbor Day Celebration at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, at Yelm City Park’s Centennial … more
From the left, Rainier City Clerk/Treasurer Tami Justice, Mayor Bob Shaw, City Attorney William Cameron and Councilors Amy Baker, Ryan Roth, Tom Arnbrister, Ron Kemp and Maureen Baker discuss the renewal of a Thurston County Sheriff's Office contract during their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 14, at Rainier City Hall.
Rainier City Council renews Thurston County Sheriff’s Office contract, approves city code traffic ordinance update
Members of the Rainier City Council met on Tuesday, April 14, and approved a contract renewal for law enforcement services with the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO). This contract renewal … more
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YHS students Jackson Gray and Mariah Gibson spoke during a YCS Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, April 16, about life as military-connected students.
Yelm High School senior, junior shine light on life as military-connected students
Two Yelm High School students, Jackson Gray, senior, and Mariah Gibson, junior, spoke to attendees of the Yelm Community Schools (YCS) board of directors meeting on Thursday, April 16, to shine a … more
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Three local entities were approved by Yelm CIty Council to receive beautification grant funds in 2026, while one entity's application did not pass the council.
Yelm City Council approves $10,000 in grants for local beautification projects, denies one applicant
Yelm City Council had a busy evening during its meeting on Tuesday, April 14, as members of the council voted to approve the allocation of beautification grant funds to three local entities, while … more
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Yelm Community Schools District Offices can be found at 107 1st St NE in Yelm.
Community member backs parents who aren’t able to attend conferences, meetings
During a Yelm Community Schools (YCS) board of directors meeting on Thursday, April 16, community member Michael Blank took time during the public comment portion of the gathering to support parents … more
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Yelm Community Schools District Offices can be found at 107 1st St NE in Yelm.
YCS to review district-wide attendance policies in an effort to get students to school
As student absences continues to be an issue on the local, state and national levels, Yelm Community Schools (YCS) is committing to working towards improving attendance district-wide and will review … more
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Yelm High School sports medicine students pose for a photo on Monday, April 20, following a successful showing at the Washington sports medicine state competition.
YHS sports medicine program takes third overall as a team at state competition
In instructor Gary Clinton’s final year at Yelm High School, the Tornados’ sports medicine program has seen its most successful school year yet, and following the annual Washington sports … more
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A Yelm High School FFA student prepares for the upcoming plant sale on Thursday, April 23, and Friday, April 24.
Yelm High School’s FFA Plant Sale set for Thursday and Friday at greenhouses
The annual spring-time tradition within the Nisqually Valley region of Yelm High School students growing and preparing different plants and garden items for area residents to enhance their landscape … more
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Yelm City Hall.
Area resident says Blue Fern Development entered PSA agreement for his property without intention to buy
Yelm-area resident Dean Prayer alleged during a Yelm City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 14 that Blue Fern Development entered a purchase-and-sale agreement (PSA) with him and his wife for their … more
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Seattle's Darby Allin celebrates his AEW Championship victory on Wednesday, April 15, in Everett with members of the AEW locker room.
Seattle’s Darby Allin wins his first ever AEW World Championship at Dynamite in Everett
Since making his professional wrestling debut over a decade ago, Darby Allin, a Seattle-native, has been part of some of the most death-defying moments in the sport and has pushed his body to its … more
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