49° F
Overcast
Observed from
Olympia
Log in
News
Sort by: Featured Most recent
1781 results total, viewing 1 - 20
Michael Malek, pictured outside Roy City Hall on May 20, will be taking over as Puyallup's financial analyst after nearly a year as Roy's city clerk-treasurer.
Roy city clerk-treasurer thankful for community as new opportunity awaits
Michael Malek’s career in municipal government began by complete accident. After graduating from the University of Washington-Tacoma in 2018 with a degree in public relations, he visited … more
|
Yelm Community Schools Superintendent Chris Woods hosts the district's community forum at Yelm Middle School on May 16.
YCS shares education priorities survey results
As Yelm Community Schools navigates the double failure of its educational programs and operations (EP&O) levy, the district revealed the results from its reduced education plan budget priorities … more
|
Those interested in making monthly pledges to the Citizens For Support of Yelm Schools "Alumni of Yelm" program should visit www.Yelm.Org.
Citizens for Support of Yelm Schools to launch “Alumni of Yelm” fundraising program
Local non-profit organization Citizens for Support of Yelm Schools is aiming to give back to the district in a big way with the launch of its “Alumni of Yelm” program. The … more
|
Brianna Southworth and Nathan Reninger pose for a photo at their fundraiser event at Tahoma Valley Bar & Grill on May 18.
Yelm community raises over $1,000 for victims of house fire
Nathan Reninger was taking a final exam when his fiancée, Brianna Southworth, called his cell phone. He sent her to voicemail, which is typically a sign between the two that he is busy and … more
|
Yelm City Hall is located at 106 Second St. SE.
Yelm City Council unanimously votes to pay $12,000 for racial inequality housing study
Due to House Bill 1220, which passed in 2021, requiring cities to plan and accommodate for housing needs, the City of Yelm will pay $12,000 for a study aimed at racial inequality. Yelm City … more
|
City of Yelm Public Services employees throw away garbage during the City's spring cleanup on May 18.
Yelm Public Services hosts annual community spring cleanup event
More than 100 households flocked to the Yelm Public Services Department to unload excess garbage and recycling in its free spring cleanup event on Saturday, May 18. Throughout the day, 11 … more
|
Cora Hobbs (Alice), William Sargent (Mad Hatter) and Thomas Linford (March Hare) rehearse a scene for "Alice in Wonderland" at Yelm High School on May 16.
YHS Drama Club puts new spin on ‘Alice in Wonderland’
Dale Sharp, Yelm High School’s drama club director, said attendees of the program’s production of “Alice in Wonderland” can expect to see quality comparable to a professional … more
|
Hailey Roberts and Lilly Johnson of Rainier FFA pose for a photo after winning the Superior Chapter award at the Washington FFA Convention in Pullman on May 11.
Rainier FFA takes home Superior Chapter award at state convention
The Rainier High School FFA team was one of four teams to receive the Superior Chapter award at the 2024 Washington FFA Convention and Expo in Pullman, Washington. Seniors Lilly Johnson and … more
|
The Rotary Club of Yelm helped distribute the more than 5,000 collected boxes of macaroni and cheese to schools in the Yelm school district.
Fort Stevens celebrates food drive with macaroni and cheese maze
Fort Stevens Elementary’s Eagle Leaders and Eaglets, the school’s leadership club, collected 5,200 boxes of macaroni and cheese during its food drive in the month of March. The boxes were … more
|
Gary Warnock, Chris Warnock, Chris Holterman and Steve Fittinger pose for a photo with Sgt. Justin Norton's green jacket and Medal of Courage at the Washington Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame induction banquet on May 4.
Former Rainier grad, Army sergeant posthumously inducted into Wrestling Hall of Fame
As Rainier High School wrestling head coach Chris Holterman perused the Washington Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum in Stillwater, Oklahoma, in the winter of 2022, he was … more
|
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 … more
A cowboy holds on as his bronc bucks at the Roy Rodeo on Sept. 3, 2023.
What's Happening: Memorial Day, Rodeo, Color Fun Run
Saturday, May 25 Roy Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony The Roy Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony will take place at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 25, at the Roy Historical Cemetery, 8211 288th St. … more
YCS students stand on the corner of First Street and Mosman Avenue and display signs protesting the recent levy failures, Wednesday, May 15.
‘Save our education’
Carrying signs with phrases such as “Save our education,” over 150 Yelm Community Schools (YCS) students voiced their concerns over the district’s recent levy failure in a peaceful … more
|
The Northern Lights light up the sky in the late evening hours of May 10 in Roy.
Northern Lights put on a show
Yelm Community Schools Superintendent Chris Woods puts his head into his hands after the school board unanimously approved a reduced education plan on May 9.
Yelm district makes hundreds of cuts after board approves reduction plan
At least 200 positions at Yelm Community Schools will be cut, and more reductions in force are set to come next week as the school board unanimously approved its reduced education plan on Thursday, … more
|
Republican gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird speaks to a crowd at the Long Shot in Yelm on Wednesday, May 8.
Governor-hopeful Semi Bird makes appearance, offers Q&A at Long Shot in Yelm
Republican gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird made his way through Yelm last week and spoke to residents about what he and his campaign stand for at a special event at Long Shot gun store. During … more
|
Pierce County is accepting applications from interested residents to become a Roy City Council member.
County seeking applicants to Roy City Council
The Pierce County Council is seeking applications from City of Roy residents to be appointed to the Roy City Council. To qualify, applicants must: Be 18 years of age or older Have … more
|
Worthy Coffee Co in Roy is seeking donations of different hygenic items to donate to nurses within Yelm Community Schools.
Worthy Coffee Co. hosting hygiene drive in Roy to donate to YCS nurses
Worthy Coffee Co. is looking to give back to nurses at Yelm Community Schools in a big way this spring, as the Roy-based coffee shop is hosting a hygiene drive to donate to each health room in the … more
|
Community members and members of the Rotary Club of Yelm pose for a photo during its 10-week summer lunch program.
Rotary Club of Yelm aims to collect 4,000 chili cans with drive
The Rotary Club of Yelm is giving back to the youth in the community by teaming up with local schools and businesses for its second annual chili drive throughout the month of May. The can drive is … more
|
While it’s unlikely any neighborhoods have language barring residents based on race and other factors, the City of Yelm is participating in a state-mandated study to ensure such language isn’t included.
Yelm to pay $12,000 for housing study examining racial inequality
The City of Yelm will pay $12,000 for its share of a study with different county government agencies to examine racial inequality language included in old codes that could prevent people from getting … more
|
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 … 90 | Next »
Currently viewing stories posted within the past 2 years.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.

© 2024 CT Publishing LLC yelmonline.com
Powered by Creative Circle Media Solutions