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Rep. Strickland announces launch of Valentines for Veterans and First Responders drive
U.S. Rep. Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) is aiming to bring some extra joy to the lives of service and emergency response members through the launch of her Valentines for Veterans and First Responders … more
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Margaret Clapp reaches into a bucket held by auctioneer Daniel Schorno filled with tickets purchased for $100 each at last year's Dollars for Scholars fundraiser. The winner of the drawing was able to choose from any item on stage except the Chevy Spark.
Yelm Dollars For Scholars hosting annual dinner
Yelm’s Dollars for Scholars has been making waves by positively impacting the lives of Yelm High School students and their families. Having successfully raised and distributed over $2.9 million … more
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Two of artist Cari Thompson’s original paintings are shown, which includes Albert Einstein (left), and Enzo Ferrari and Marilyn Monroe (right).
Yelm artist Cari Thompson hosting art exhibition in Olympia
Local artist and Yelm resident Cari Thompson, who moved to Yelm 35 years ago after becoming well known in Carmel, California, will host her own art exhibition in Olympia, Washington. … more
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Leah Simmons and her son go for a warm-up jog at a Crawl PNW parent and toddler judo class on Jan. 10.
Parents and toddlers learn judo basics in new program in Yelm
Parents have a new way of spending quality time with their toddlers in Yelm. Crawl PNW’s Parent & Toddler Judo Program, a 10-week program held at Harai Dojo in Yelm, is underway, offering … more
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A woman receives a loaf of bread at the Valley Heart Food Pantry on Jan. 10.
Rainier church opens new food pantry
Valley Heart Assembly of God recently opened its doors to provide the Rainier community with a new food pantry in the entryway of the church. The food pantry will coexist alongside the Thurston … more
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Nisqually Valley college students earn Dean’s List honors
Five Nisqually Valley area college students earned Dean’s List honors for the fall 2023 term. • Chady Wah, Yelm, Northwest Technical College in Bemidji, Minnesota • Mercedes … more
Darcies Dancing Dogs helps out-of-town owners
When it comes time to travel, a big question usually arises: What to do with the pets? That is where Darcies Dancing Dogs comes into play. Darcie Pelley, who is based in Rochester but also … more
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Cade McBride, Heidi Cornwall, and Ryan Sudduth pose outside Yelm High School on Jan. 11.
YHS students accepted into All-State performing ensembles
Three Yelm High School students were accepted into the 2024 Washington Music Educators Association High School All-State performing ensembles. The musicians will join other high school students from … more
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Brandi Worthy smiles with a donated bag of dog food at Worthy Coffee Co. on Jan. 3.
Worthy Coffee Co. supporting dog rescues with food drive
When Worthy Coffee Co. owner Brandi Worthy gifted her husband, Josh, a rescue dog for Christmas, she was inspired to have a heart for animals and give back to dogs in need. After meeting the … more
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Greyson Jewell poses with a copy of the Nisqually Valley News and a dispenser.
Local 10-year-old growing Nisqually Valley News collection
When the Yelm High School football team celebrated its 3A state championship with a parade on Jan. 23, 2023, Yelm resident and Tornados fan Greyson Jewell was featured on the front page of the Jan. … more
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Chris Lascik, Kat Desrosier, Pepsy Mcgill and Bobby Mcgill, staff at Gather Gastropub, pose for a photo on Friday, Jan. 5.
Yelm veteran, new owner of Gather Gastropub, living his dream after purchasing restaurant
Longtime Yelm resident Bobby Mcgill, a 50-year-old U.S. Marine Corps veteran, has dreamt of owning a restaurant since he was 21. Now his dream is coming true. With his wife, Pepsy’s … more
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Yelm, Rainier students earn fall term honors
Six Nisqually Valley college students took home honors from their respective colleges in the fall term. Alec Kaasa, a resident of Yelm, made the Fall 2023 Dean’s List at Georgia … more
The Hogue & Moore Band jams out during a rendition of Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" during the Yelm Veterans Day concert on Nov. 11.
Local acoustic band electrifying Yelm community with covers and originals
Wednesday nights at Bertoglios Pizza in Yelm are alive with the sound of music from a variety of local artists. The headliner for the open mic night each week is Hogue & Moore Band, a local trio … more
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Wendy Stout and Stefan Abaun, with Yelm's Timberland Library, smile for a photo on Dec. 30 while holding one of their LEGO kits.
Yelm Timberland Library enters 2024 with jam-packed events schedule
Yelm’s Timberland Library has been a hub for events in the city for decades. Entering 2024, the library plans to continue offering fun, free and family-friendly events and looks to expand its … more
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The Yelm girls basketball team will host Central Kitsap at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5 at the YHS gymnasium.
What's happening: Basketball, Taste of the Prairie
Thursday, Jan. 4 Family Storytime Join the Yelm Timberland Library from 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Thursday for family storytime. The event includes music, movement, books and activities for … more
Shelby Bauer stands with the small Christmas tree and donations for the Unleash Joy Donation Drive at InGenius! on Dec. 22.
Yelm resident teams up with local arts business to give back to dogs in need
Yelm resident Shelby Bauer has always wanted to give back to animals. She grew up visiting public libraries and checking out books on animals and joining environmental clubs. This holiday … more
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Josh and Jesse Flake pose in their renovated kitchen on Dec. 11.
Yelm residents star in episode of ‘First Time Fixer’
A dishwasher leak and a random Instagram story led to Yelm residents Josh and Jesse Flake being featured on a recent episode of “First Time Fixer.” The show, presented by Chip and … more
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Members of the American Legion Auxiliary 164 pose with Santa Claus at the post's Christmas giveaway event in 2021.
American Legion Auxiliary 164 to serve leftovers dinner this weekend
American Legion Auxiliary 164 aims to reduce food waste while supporting local veterans this holiday season with its inaugural Christmas Leftovers Dinner from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 29. … more
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The 507 Taproom is located at 608 E. Yelm Ave.
507 Taproom to host five-course New Year’s Eve dinner and celebration
The 507 Taproom and Filling Station, 608 E. Yelm Ave, will help participants start off 2024 with a bang as the business will host a New Year’s Eve dinner and celebration on Dec. 31. The … more
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Jeanne Drabowics smiles in the YHS Career Center on Nov. 27.
Foreign exchange students adapting to life in Yelm
Yelm acts as a hub for a variety of people from many cultures, and Yelm High School is no exception. Three seniors — Anna Silhavikova, Jeanne Drabowics and Inigo Peguero Morey — arrived … more
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