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To the Editor: Back in ancient times, I did a report on the new crossbase highway. 1973, I believe. 53 years later, still not built. The point I’m trying to make is with the thousands of new homes …
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7/30/26
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Dear Editor, I am writing to express the deep concern over the May 14 article on the “first joint meeting between the City of Yelm and Yelm Community schools (YCS) since 2019” … since 2019. It …
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6/10/26
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When a local treasure closes, some business closures are transactions. Others feel like the loss of a gathering place, a tradition, a little piece of community memory. For my family, Out Back …
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5/27/26
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This year, Lake Lawrence celebrates a milestone — the 40th anniversary of the Lake Lawrence Lake Management District (LMD), the oldest and longest-running LMD in Washington state. What began in …
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5/27/26
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Editor’s note: Friends of the Library groups from across the Timberland Regional Library service area have issued a joint letter to the TRL Board of Trustees. The letter comes after the resignation …
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3/27/26
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On March 12, 2026, 90% of Lake Lawrence residents voted to approve the renewal of the Lake Lawrence Lake Management District (LMD). This renewal expands the district’s focus from just invasive, …
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3/24/26
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Lake Lawrence residents recently reached an important milestone in protecting the health of our lake. At a public hearing on January 20, community members voiced strong support for renewing the Lake …
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2/18/26
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If you could prevent the tragic injury or death of a child/teen caused by an unsecured firearm, would you? Of course, anyone would. Then why are firearms the leading cause of death for young people …
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2/10/26
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In Yelm Community Schools, there are more than 600 staff members. 336 are certified staff (excluding certified administrators). 273 certified staff members were asked to vote in favor of a vote of no …
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1/13/26
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Dear editor, I’d like to share an update with Thurston County residents about the progress of the Lake Lawrence Lake Management District (LMD) renewal. On Nov. 4, 2025, the Thurston County Board of …
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12/16/25
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I would like to address a couple of the claims being pushed by the pro levy people. TJ Kelly, from OSPI, pretty much debunked the absorption claims being put out by levy supporters here and …
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10/28/25
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My name is Jerry Toompas and I’m proud to be running for port commissioner as the only rural candidate running or serving. I’ve heard the frustration across our county. Rural residents …
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10/28/25
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Editor, As a current and past parent within the Yelm Community Schools District, I am reaching out to urge our community to come together and vote YES in the upcoming levy. This is not just about our …
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10/21/25
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Editor, Those of you that are not interested in passing the levy because you feel that the schools do not deserve the support look at this from a selfish point of view. If the levy does not pass, …
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10/21/25
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Editor, JW Foster’s letter to the editor has details that should not go unchallenged. He wrote, “big promises by the current mayor like getting a pool, finishing the bypass and building a …
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10/21/25
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Editor, I’m Joe DePinto, and it has been the honor of my life to serve as mayor of Yelm for the past four years. When I took office, I first had to bring stability and professionalism back to …
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10/21/25
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The Lake Lawrence Lake Management District Steering Committee petitioned its members to renew its 40-year-old Lake Management District (LMD) for another 35 years. The response to the petition was …
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10/14/25
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As a lifelong Yelm resident, I’m proud to support Jerry Toompas for port commissioner. For too long, the port has collected millions in property taxes from rural cities like Yelm and given …
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10/14/25
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Dear Editor, City of Yelm voters may think differently if they were reminded of JW Foster’s record as a council member and as mayor, all reported in your newspaper. Examples include, one: In …
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10/14/25
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Dear Editor, As Yelm’s mayor, I delivered local road connections, lower water rates and public amenities like the Splash Pad. We fixed audit issues and retained a strong team of professionals …
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10/14/25
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