A song that has become beloved at Christmas is “Mary Did You Know.” There were many things we presume the young Jewish girl didn’t know when she gave birth to the baby who had …
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By Sylvia Peterson
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12/12/22
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Here are some scenes from the White Pass Ski Area on Tuesday from Chronicle reporter Isabel Vander Stoep.
The ski area opened for the season last week.
For more information, visit …
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12/7/22
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Thursday, Dec. 8
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, Dec. 8. Clients cannot …
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12/6/22
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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
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12/6/22
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The Cascade Mountains form a kingdom and the trees below are subjects. Nobility lives high up in a castle.
To get to the palace, one must cross rivers and forests. There he rests on sheets of …
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By Isabel Vander Stoep / For the Nisqually Valley News
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12/6/22
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I often experience the holidays as slightly discordant. Amid all the festive preparations and the taped music looping over and over, it’s easy to gloss over the poignant words. The sacred …
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By Sylvia Peterson
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12/5/22
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We’ve encountered beggars in the streets here in this holiday season. Each time I think of those down and out during the holidays, I remember times when I’ve struggled similarly. I …
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By Jeff Adams
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11/29/22
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Thursday, Dec. 1
Tree Lighting
The Rainier Christmas tree lighting event will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1 at Holiday Park. There will be music and fun for all.
Food Bank
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11/29/22
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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
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11/29/22
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The City of Yelm is preparing for its Christmas in the Park celebration that kicks off the holiday season on Friday, Dec. 2.
The free, two-day event continues a tradition that stretches back to …
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By Brandon Hansen / For The Nisqually Valley News
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11/22/22
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Friday, Nov. 25
Holiday Market
Stroll and shop at the Kodiak Room in Tenino as 30 local artisans sell gifts, decor and treats. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. …
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11/22/22
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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
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Compiled by Nisqually Valley News staff
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11/22/22
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He was a star athlete in his high school days. Everyone in his family knew his potential was off the charts. He had learned great skills and was making an excellent income. By everyone’s …
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By Jeff Adams
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11/21/22
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When I woke up this morning I decided to quit writing these once a week. I have over 700 in my computer’s memory. I’ve written on my way to knee surgery (twice), on vacations, when I was …
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By Sylvia Peterson
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11/21/22
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Staying monotonous is always an option. Go ahead and spend $80 at a Christmas tree farm where your uniform tree perfectly compliments your beige living room walls.
Or, you could choose the route …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/16/22
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The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is inviting the public to start off the new year with its First Day Hikes event on Jan. 1, 2023.
At least 40 state parks will hold both …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/16/22
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Have you ever seen a social media post which reads something like, “It’s 2 a.m. and I can’t go to sleep?” When I do, I’m always tempted to comment something like, …
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By Jeff Adams
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11/15/22
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Thursday, Nov. 17
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, Nov. 17. Clients cannot …
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11/15/22
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