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Local students named to UMGC Dean’s List
Sumit Shrestha of Yelm and Reg Rasmussen of Rainier were recognized on the University of Maryland Global Campus Dean’s List for the fall semester. To be eligible for the honor, a student must … more
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Participants at the 2023 Dollars for Scholars auction check in prior to the start of the auction. This year's online auction concludes March 8. The main event will take place Saturday, March 9.
Auction open for Yelm Dollars For Scholars
Yelm Dollars for Scholars has officially commenced its 29th annual auction, featuring a diverse array of over 190 items available for bidding in an online auction that began on Friday, March 1. … more
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Spectators hold their arms in the air as they praise Jesus at Worthy Coffee Co.'s Sunday Worship event on Feb. 25.
Worthy Coffee Co.’s Sunday worship aims to build community
On Sundays, Worthy Coffee Co. in Roy offers more than just caffeinated beverages and treats. Instead, co-owners Brandy and Josh Worthy offer the Holy Spirit and prayer. Over 50 attendants … more
Students work on an art project during YARD's summer program in 2023.
YARD celebrating Yelm centennial with third annual summer program
For six weeks, Youth Athletics Recreation Development (YARD) will transform into the “Prairie Old West” for the return of its summer program. The organization is meshing the 100-year … more
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Yelm High School offering son, daughter dances in March
Yelm High School’s National Honor Society will be hosting the annual son and daughter dances at the high school on March 15 and March 16, continuing a tradition that has stretched back for … more
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Rainier High School junior Sarah Barry (third from left) poses for a photo with her fellow Capital Lakefair ambassadors.
Capital Lakefair Court represented by RHS student for first time
Sarah Barry enjoys pushing herself out of her comfort zone.   The Rainier High School junior moved from Yelm to Rainier after finishing middle school, and she began her high school journey … more
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Mackenzie Cornwall (left), playing Gertude McFuzz, and Adrian Roberto (center), playing Horton the Elephant, rehearse a scene from "Seussical: The Musical" on Feb. 15.
What's happening: Seussical, Yelm Dollars for Scholars auction, Bunny Breakfast, Charcuterie board workshop
Thursday, Feb. 29 Taste of the Prairie —   Masonry Cafe People who make a purchase at the Masonry Cafe on Thursday, Feb. 29, will have a portion of the proceeds donated to Yelm … more
All three on-court participants in the Nyastrong Warriors Academy play aggressive defense and attempt to steal the ball from a Kelso athlete on Sunday, Feb. 25, at Tenino Middle School's second annual 3-on-3 tournament.
Nyastrong Warriors Academy wins second annual Tenino Middle School 3-on-3 championship
Since becoming the Nyastrong Warriors Academy (NWA) in late 2019, the girls youth basketball organization has gone 55-5.   On Sunday, Feb. 25, at Tenino Middle School, the third grade girls … more
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The city of Yelm’s name originates from the Coast Salish word “shelm,” according to HistoryLink.org.
What’s in a name? How city became Yelm
Editor’s note: This year, Yelm will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the city’s official incorporation, which took place on Dec. 8, 1924. Every month this year, the Nisqually Valley … more
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Angelina Davenport, playing the role of Cindy Lou Who, rehearses a scene for "Seussical: The Musical" on Feb. 15.
YHS Drama Club brings classic Dr. Seuss stories to the stage
The Yelm High School Drama Club’s spring musical explores a journey from the Jungle of Nool near the River Waloo to the town of Whoville.   The club’s first production of the … more
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SRO Theater members pose for a photo after their latest performance, “Love Ballads and Valentines” radio show, Saturday, Feb. 17.
Yelm’s SRO Theater successfully hosts ‘Love Ballads and Valentines’ radio show
Standing Room Only (SRO) Theater, a Yelm based community-led theater group, is finding its stride post-COVID. The organization has held two events since early December and aims to continue bringing … more
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Middle school student honor rolls
Ridgeline Middle School Second Term Honor Roll Eighth grade 4.0   BASSETT, MIA ELIZABETH BROWN, ABIGAIL JEAN CUNNINGHAM, ADDISON RAYE FARNSWORTH, EVAN DARRELL … more
Courtesy Photo Under Yelm Communications and Recreation Coordinator Line Roy’s direction, the City has hosted many family-friendly activities, from two in 2022 to 49 in 2023.
Nisqually Valley News Person of the Year 2023: Line Roy
Since Line Roy became Yelm’s communications and recreation coordinator in October 2022, one of her top priorities has been to enhance residents’ experiences and memories of living in a … more
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Julian Garcia poses for a photo with the wheel of the Barque Picton Castle while sailing around the world.
A voyage of a lifetime
Julian Garcia’s family and friends often say that he was born 200 years too late because he was meant to sail the seas.   He grew up with a deep love of the ocean and a longing for … more
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Dee Ragsdale enjoys making cakes with a fantasy theme, including this “Lord of the Rings” cake.
Clearwood cake artist combines artistic flair with baking skills
What started with a “Little Einsteins” spaceship cake for Dee Ragsdale’s daughter’s first birthday has turned into a full-time cake business. Ragsdale, a Clearwood resident, … more
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Members of the Standing Room Only Theater perform a Christmas song on Dec. 9 at Yelm’s Outpost Church during the group’s “It’s a Wonderful Life” performance.
Standing Room Only Theater to present ‘Love Ballads and Valentines’ radio show
Standing Room Only, Yelm’s community-led theater group, invites residents to Yelm’s Outpost Church on Feb. 17 to watch two separate showings of its “Love Ballads and … more
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Student honors: Local students earn fall dean’s list honors
Three Nisqually Valley students representing two universities took home dean’s list honors for the fall term. • Tayettin Brodzinski, Yelm, University of Minnesota-Crookston … more
Fort Stevens Elementary students color posters to support Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.
Yelm students spread goodwill throughout district, community
While the week-long “Great Kindness Challenge” has existed in some form within Yelm Community Schools’ elementary schools for almost a decade, the event was bigger than ever from … more
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Local artist Cari Thompson, whose art work is displayed in Olympia at the Thomas Architecture Studios, smiles in front of one of her paintings on Jan. 29.
Yelm artist to host Valentine’s Day art show in Olympia
The walls and rooms at Cari Thompson’s house in Yelm are currently bare as all of her artwork sits inside the Thomas Architecture Studio in Olympia. Her art gallery in Olympia features 32 … more
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City’s inaugural Bunny Breakfast offers food and fun
Spring will soon be sprung in the Yelm area. The family can enjoy a “Bunny Breakfast” from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on March 16 at 301 Second St. SE. Organized by the City of Yelm Parks and … more
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