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Agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained a community member in Olympia on Wednesday, Nov. 5, the Olympia Police Department confirmed Friday.
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/7/25
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The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound has announced in a recent news release the return of its ninth annual Give Local campaign, taking place from Nov. 10 to 21 at spsgives.org.
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/7/25
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Three Washington lawmakers painted a grim picture of the state's upcoming legislative session during an early morning forum this week while assuring attendees that they would continue to be a voice …
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By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronine.com
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11/7/25
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The Thurston County Board of Commissioners has authorized the $1.4 million purchase of nearly 145 acres in the Tenino area to protect the Yelm pocket gopher.
The land acquisition is part …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com
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11/7/25
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State Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, is encouraging students across the 20th Legislative District and the state to apply for the legislative page program during the 2026 session.
Each year, …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/7/25
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In a rare occurrence, Thurston County Superior Court held three separate murder trials last week — including the retrial of a 2020 case following a successful appeal.
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com
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11/7/25
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Matthew Rounsley, a Tenino graduate and Thurston County resident, has been appointed as the western region representative on the National FFA Alumni and Supporters Advisory Committee.
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11/7/25
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Tribal leaders celebrated with elected officials in Thurston County on Tuesday, Nov. 4, as the Board of County Commissioners proclaimed November as Native American Heritage Month.
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com
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11/5/25
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United Way of Thurston County (UWTC) has activated its Emergency Assistance Fund — a community-wide initiative providing urgent financial support to food banks located throughout Thurston …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/5/25
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Below are the preliminary results for the Nov. 4 election in Thurston County.
As of 8 p.m. on election night, Thurston County had an estimated voter turnout of 19.27%, with 41,123 ballots …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/4/25
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Following the 8 p.m. release of the first batch of 2025 Thurston County general election data, initial results project Joe DePinto, current Yelm mayor, to retain his position and Yelm Community …
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By Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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11/4/25
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The Olympia/Thurston Lacrosse Club (OTLC) is hosting two free “try lacrosse” clinics for new players from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 9, and Sunday, Dec. 7, at the Olympia High …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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11/4/25
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South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC), in partnership with the Olympia Master Builders (OMB) Foundation and United Way of Thurston County (UWTC), is launching a third cohort of its 10-week …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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11/4/25
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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Wednesday confirmed razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks beaches from Nov. 3 to …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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11/4/25
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Fish and Wildlife Officer Schrader had received reports of trespassing activity on privately owned timberland property in west Mason County. The suspect had been seen driving around a locked gate …
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By The Daily World
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11/4/25
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Thurston County Public Health and Social Services has reported toxic algae blooms for Offut Lake and Lake Lawrence, a news release from Thurston County Public Health and Social Services stated. Lab …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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11/4/25
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The Thurston County Auditor’s Elections Division will conduct a random audit of the Tuesday, Nov. 4, general election, according to a news release from the Auditor’s Office. This test …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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11/4/25
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This Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, the Sacajawea Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will hold a pinning ceremony to pay tribute to Vietnam veterans starting at 12:30 p.m. at …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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11/4/25
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Kevin Mills, the 40-year-old Rochester man accused of sexually assaulting a child, was sentenced to three years and 10 months in prison in Thurston County Superior Court Oct. 24. In addition to …
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Jacob Farmer / For Nisqually Valley News
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11/4/25
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During a Yelm City Council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 26, Stephanie Nanavich, the City of Yelm’s finance director, led a discussion on implementing a reserve fund balance policy — which …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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11/4/25
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