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Between 1,500 and 2,000 people turned out to Yelm City Park for the third annual Mermaid Fest on Saturday, July 30.
The Mermaid Fest coincided with the ongoing Yelm Summer Farmers Market, which …
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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8/2/22
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The trial date for a 56-year-old man from Yelm who is facing 18 counts of felony charges related to internet crimes against children has been set for August.
Scott J. Haas was arrested …
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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8/2/22
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Yelm Mayor Joe DePinto signed an agreement to increase the number of school resource officers at Yelm Community Schools at a city council meeting on Tuesday, July 26.
The new agreement effectively …
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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8/2/22
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Yelm police officer Don Moody was named the City of Yelm Employee of the Quarter at a city council meeting on Tuesday, July 26.
Moody has served as an officer in Yelm for over 18 years, which …
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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8/2/22
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Kelan Moynagh, the operator of Yelm Earthworm and Castings Farm, is on the hunt for someone who wants to take over his longtime business.
The farm has operated in Yelm since 1991 and has been …
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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8/2/22
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As the Thurston County Fair drew to a close on Sunday, exhibitors packed up and headed home for Yelm, Rainier, Tenino and Olympia alike.
On Thursday, July 28, FFA, 4-H and Open Class livestock …
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By Isabel Vander Stoep / For the Nisqually Valley News
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8/2/22
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In less than a year, those who want to board a flight or enter some federal buildings will be required to present a REAL ID.
Starting on May 3, 2023, passengers will be required to have the new …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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8/2/22
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Those who have served the nation in the Armed Forces and their families will have the opportunity to learn about veteran-related news, services and changes during a meeting at the Yelm Community …
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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8/2/22
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Thursday, Aug. 4
Food Bank
The Yelm Community Services food bank, at 624 Crystal Springs St. NW in Yelm, will hold a food giveaway from 1 to 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 4. Clients cannot …
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8/2/22
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Is a vacation to Europe on your bucket list, but you can’t quite make it there? Or have you ever wondered what it’s like to experience the pure bliss of live jazz music in a French park?
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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8/2/22
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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
• Winners …
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8/2/22
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Yelm Police Department
Vandalism of Property Occurs at McKenna Shell Station
Yelm police officers responded to a call in the evening of Monday, July 25 after a person claimed the back …
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8/2/22
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The Stone City is building on its rocky foundation.
The City of Tenino announced Thursday it has entered into a lease agreement with the Tenino Stone Carvers to occupy a portion of a city-owned …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/29/22
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Last week, Washington state Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced Harris Jewelers, a national jewelry outlet, would provide over $1.5 million in debt relief and refunds to over 1,000 service …
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By The Chronicle staff
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7/27/22
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Thurston County reported 721 new COVID-19 cases and no deaths during the period of July 18 through July 24.
The previous week there were 615 cases reported and zero deaths between July 10 to …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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7/27/22
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The third annual Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally, which is often described as the “biggest event of the summer,” lived up to its expectations on Saturday, July 23.
The event was held …
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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7/26/22
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The Thurston County Fair kicked off on Wednesday, July 27, offering a plethora of events for residents to enjoy.
For the local kids in the 4-H and FFA programs, the Youth Market Animal Sale will …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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7/26/22
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People who have not yet registered to vote in the primary election have until 8 p.m. on Aug. 2 to register or update their information in-person at several locations in Thurston County.
The …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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7/26/22
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A McKenna-based nonprofit has helped area dogs and their owners get the care and love they need for over a decade.
Second Chance Dogs helps provide veterinary and emergency care, foster care, …
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By Brandon Hansen / For The Nisqually Valley News
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7/26/22
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