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Miles Deville moonsaults on to Artemis Spencer on July 22 at Defy’s Showdown at the Mountain.
DEFY Showdown at the Mountain raises $15,000 to send Yelm girl to Paris
By Jacob Dimond jake@yelmonline.com Over 250 fans of Defy Wrestling and supporters of 10-year-old Yelm girl Cataleya Castanon in her fight against neurofibromatosis (NF) raised money and … more
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A member of GriffeyLou BBQ prepares smoked chicken for the Amateur Andy’s Competition at the Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally on July 22.
Fourth annual Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally draws thousands to Yelm City Park
Despite the sun scorching down on Yelm City Park with low 90-degree temperatures, thousands of carnivorous patrons crowded the area to enjoy the fourth annual Nisqually Valley Barbecue Rally, … more
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U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds streak across the sky over Tacoma in formation during the JBLM Airshow and Warrior Expo on Sunday, July 16.
Thunderbirds thrill at JBLM Airshow and Warrior Expo
For the first time in seven years, the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Airshow and Warrior Expo was held Saturday and Sunday at McChord Field.   The event was free and open to the public.   … more
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Ashley Walker, employee at Yelm’s Northwest Grind, smiles partially behind July’s special ‘the Carnival Ride.’
Northwest Grind coffee shop opens with busy first month
After opening on June 8, Yelm’s Northwest Grind coffee shop has had quite a busy summer.   The new coffee stand, 9241 Burnett Road Southeast, features a variety of drinks, including … more
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From about 6,400-foot elevation at Sunrise, Mount Rainier’s summit and its eastern face, covered in ice caves, crevices and glaciers, are visible on Thursday.
Mountain Roads Are Open: Why Not Visit Two in One Day?
Southwest Washington’s wonders are abundant. Very few people in the world can visit two mountains easily, and absolutely nowhere else do residents have relatively easy access to both Mount … more
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The new communication board at Yelm City Park allows for non-verbal people with autism to communicate with others.
Communication Board Posted at Yelm City Park for Non-Verbal Residents
With help from Project Jade and Image360 South in Las Vegas, Nevada, the City of Yelm recently unveiled a communication board at Yelm City Park. The board aims to provide non-verbal, autistic … more
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Congresswoman Maire Gluesenkamp Perez stands with Tenino Mayor Wayne Fournier after presenting the City of Tenino with a congressional record and cutting the city’s birthday cake during Tenino’s 150th Jubilee at Tenino City Park on Saturday, July 8.
Tenino Jubilee Celebrates Stone City’s 150th Birthday
The City of Tenino celebrated its 150th birthday on Saturday, July 8, with a sesquicentennial jubilee, complete with a parade, a talent show and a visit from the city’s congressional … more
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A group of firefighters discuss a game plan while they stand in thick smoke on July 6 near Roy.
Firefighters Successfully Beat Back Brush Fire in Roy Area
South Pierce Fire and Rescue, Graham Fire and Rescue, the Department of Natural Resources, the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department and Joint Base Lewis McChord resources responded to a brush … more
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In an effort to establish itself as one of the leading tribes in Washington state for clean energy sustainability, the Nisqually Tribe has joined forces with Puget Sound Energy (PSE) to upgrade lighting infrastructure across the reservation. 
PSE and Nisqually Tribe Partner in Energy Efficiency Project
In an effort to establish itself as one of the leading tribes in Washington state for clean energy sustainability, the Nisqually Tribe has joined forces with Puget Sound Energy (PSE) to upgrade … more
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Members of the Yelm FFA Alumni Association smile inside the firework booth.
Annual Yelm FFA Alumni Fireworks Booth Aims to Give Back
The annual Yelm FFA alumni fireworks boaoth does more than just sell fireworks. Each year, the organization uses the funds raised to support the FFA through scholarships, sending the chapter to the … more
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Holly Johnson smiles as she receives flowers and a certificate of recognition for her Regional Teacher of the Year Award in Tenino on Monday, June 26.
Tenino Special Education Instructor Honored as Regional Teacher of the Year 
Having just finished her 21st year as an educator, Parkside Elementary School Special Education Teacher Holly Johnson was recognized Monday as Capital Region Education Service District (ESD) … more
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Prairie Days Parade participants smile and wave on June 24.
Prairie Days Brings Summer Fun to Yelm
The annual Prairie Days Parade rolled through downtown Yelm as spectators lined the sidewalks on East Yelm Avenue as early as 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 24. Following the parade, spectators made … more
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Prairie Days Parade participants sport the red, white and blue on June 24.
In Focus: Prairie Days Parade Rolls Through Yelm
A portrait of Jessie Uch is displayed during a vigil held at Rainier High School in March.
Rainier Man Accused of Causing Fatal Crash in March Arrested for Vehicular Homicide
The 18-year-old Rainier man accused of causing a two-vehicle crash in the 13800 block of Rainier Road Southwest in March that killed 17-year-old Rainier High School senior Jessie Uch has been … more
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Attendees at Prestige Senior Living Rosemont’s Prom smile for a photo on June 17.
Prestige Senior Living Rosemont Holds Senior Prom for Community
Residents at Prestige Senior Living Rosemont were treated to food, music and entertainment as the facility held its first prom event on Saturday, June 17, at its location on Killion Road Southeast in … more
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Yelm High School graduates listen on to a speech on June 11 at the Tacoma Dome.
Yelm High School Class of 2023 Graduates at Tacoma Dome
Yelm High School’s Class of 2023 gathered at the Tacoma Dome on June 11 to celebrate the end to their K-12 journey as they turned their tassels to mark their latest accomplishment. Over … more
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Rainier High School graduates clap at the conclusion of a speech on June 9 at their commencement ceremony.
Rainier High School Sends Off Class of 2023
After four years of overcoming adversity, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the loss of a classmate, seniors at Rainier High School rejoiced as they officially graduated on Friday, June 9. … more
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A cowboy holds on while his bronc bucks at the Roy Pioneer Rodeo on Sunday, June 4.
Roy Pioneer Rodeo Draws In Sold Out Crowds During Busy Weekend
Thousands of people flocked to the Roy Pioneer Rodeo grounds over the weekend to watch cowboys and cowgirls compete during the 62nd iteration of the annual event. Nearly 100 competitors were … more
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Jeri Setzer stands next to a monument that sunk three feet into the ground over time.
‘Cemetery Caretakers’ Help Spruce Up Headstones in Roy
T he Roy Cemetery received its annual facelift on Sunday, May 21, during the Roy Cemetery cleanup day. The event’s organizers, known as the “cemetery caretakers,” said this … more
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Shawn Jemtegaard is pictured at a memorial service that was held at Yelm High School on Sunday, May 21.
Hundreds Gather in Memory of Fallen Yelm Youth Football Coach
Shawn Jemtegaard’s family members, friends, colleagues, and youth football athletes gathered at Yelm High School on Sunday, May 21, to honor his life and memory during a memorial service. … more
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