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Thurston and Pierce county voters in the Yelm Community Schools jurisdiction will receive their ballots in this envelope.
Pierce County to run Yelm district levy election in February
Yelm Community Schools (YCS) will be saving money in the Feb. 11 educational programs and operations (EP&O) levy special election as Pierce County will run the levy election for the district … more
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Staging efforts for the Yelm Loop project amped up last month near Walmart Boulevard.
Road obstruction at Walmart Boulevard intersection to be fixed soon
Drivers traversing through the Walmart Boulevard intersection on state Route 507 might have noticed a large cavity forming in the road following stage work being completed last month for the Yelm … more
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The City of Yelm received around $2 million in grant funding for the Rhoton Road reconstruction project.
City secures nearly $2 million to fully fund Rhoton Road reconstruction
In preparation of the long-awaited Yelm Loop project coming to fruition in the near future, the City of Yelm has secured $2 million in grant funding to fully fund the upcoming Rhoton Road … more
Roy water improvements on hold as city waits for county testing
The City of Roy’s long-awaited water improvement project remains on hold as the Roy Public Works Department is waiting for Pierce County to respond to requests for third-party water testing. … more
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Jennifer Walker has been promoted from Thurston County public works director to assistant county manager.
Thurston County names new assistant county manager, public works director
Thurston County has named Jennifer Walker to the recently vacated assistant county manager position and Karen Weiss to replace her as public works director, County Manager Leonard Hernandez announced … more
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The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners run through the agenda for the Jan. 7 meeting.
County Rights of Way Initiative funds in danger of cuts entering 2025
Critical funding for Thurston County’s Rights of Way (ROW) Initiative is in danger of being cut in 2025, County Manager Leonard Hernandez told the Board of County Commissioners during the … more
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Animals at Dancing Goats and Singing Chickens Organic Farm graze produce.
What's Happening: Basketball, Farming Seminar, Taste of the Prairie
Thursday, Jan. 16 Yelm boys basketball hosts Bonney Lake Yelm High School’s boys basketball team will host the Bonney Lake Panthers at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 16, inside YHS’s … more
Jake Panther squats during a workout at Get Fit Tenino on Jan. 9.
Get Fit Yelm expands with new Tenino location
South Thurston County residents now have a new option for their fitness needs as Get Fit Yelm has expanded into a second location in Tenino. Get Fit Tenino officially opened Jan. 1 for a soft … more
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Thurston County Commissioner Tye Menser, flanked by Tenino Mayor Dave Watterson on his left and Olympia Mayor Dontae Payne on his right, delivers a speech during the State of the Community Address on Wednesday, Jan. 8, in Saint Martin's University's Norman Worthington Conference Center.
Growth, change highlighted at annual State of the Community Address
Even with future budget constraints a concern for many Thurston County municipalities in 2025, the mood at the annual State of the Community Address was largely optimistic as area leaders recounted … more
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Two people were injured during a stabbing in the evening of Wednesday, Jan. 8, in the 500 block of Huston Street South. Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders wrote in a social media post that a deputy had a male suspect at gunpoint in the street when he arrived. 
Two injured, one arrested after Tenino stabbing Wednesday night
Two people were injured during a stabbing in the evening of Wednesday, Jan. 8, in the 500 block of Huston Street South.  Tenino police were dispatched at approximately 9:05 p.m., and the … more
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Thurston County District 2 Commissioner Gary Edwards smiles during a swearing-in ceremony at The Atrium in Olympia on Dec. 17, 2024.
Retired Thurston County commissioner reflects on 37 years of service
Gary Edwards knew in the spring of 2024 that he would retire from serving Thurston County as one of its five commissioners at the end of the year. He concluded his second term at 9 p.m. on New … more
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A sign in support of Yelm's levy hangs at Premier Collision CARSTAR in Yelm on Feb. 25, 2024.
Yelm levy support group amplifying message ahead of February special election
Citizens of Yelm, also known as Citizens for Support of Yelm Schools, is increasing its efforts to raise awareness for the Feb. 11 educational programs and operations levy special election following … more
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Yelm Mayor Joe DePinto smiles while talking about benefits of having a potential YMCA in Yelm.
Mayor DePinto reflects on term in office, goals for 2025
As Joe DePinto enters his final year in his first term as Yelm’s mayor, he’ll continue to prioritize transportation and public safety as his two major points of emphasis — with road … more
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Steele Barrel Barbecue recently introduced an indoor dining area for customers to enjoy freshly prepared smoked goods.
Steele Barrel BBQ expands seating area indoors, will introduce monthly reservation dinners
Steele Clayton’s long-awaited vision for his restaurant Steele Barrel BBQ will finally come to fruition as the local food truck establishment has opened indoor seating for customers and will … more
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The Centralia Auction, which features a wide assortment of vehicles, moved to McKenna in June of 2024.
Centralia Auction moves biweekly auto sale to McKenna location
Naser Dobashi and the Centralia Auction have been in business for over 20 years, and after a longtime stint with operations based in Centralia, the biweekly auto sale has moved into the small town of … more
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Blake Roberts of Rainier pins Lincoln Campbell of Sumner in the 215-pound semifinals at the Stonetown Throwdown at Tenino High School on Dec. 21.
What's Happening: Wrestling, Taste of the Prairie, Auction
Thursday, Jan. 9 Yelm boys basketball hosts South Kitsap Yelm High School’s boys basketball team will host South Puget Sound League opponent South Kitsap at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. … more
Influenza-related death reported in Thurston County
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) was notified Friday, Jan. 3, of an influenza-related death in a Thurston County resident. To date, the Washington state Department of Health … more
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Pierce County Animal Control officers seized 60 dogs and cats and one large horse from a property in Roy after a complaint of illegal breeding and animal cruelty.
Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County turns to community after cruelty case in Roy
Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is turning to the community for help after a collaborative rescue with Pierce County Animal Control in Roy brought 60 animals to the shelter. After … more
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Members of the Nisqually Tribe visit Southworth Elementary in Yelm during its reopening in 2022. The tribe's language and heritage are displayed throughout the building.
Nisqually Indian Tribe supports Native American education in Yelm schools with $20K grant
The Nisqually Indian Tribe is continuing to invest in the Native American education program within Yelm Community Schools despite the activities being put on hold due to the district’s … more
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A student displays their frustration in the levy vote with a sign at the Yelm Community Schools walkout protests on May 15.
Community groups amp up pro-levy efforts with forum events
As the Feb. 11, 2025, Yelm education and program operations (EP&O) levy special election rapidly approaches, local pro-levy groups have begun to increase efforts in support of the measure — … more
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