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Liquor Control Board serves search warrant on ‘Tad’s in Tenino’
Following an undercover investigation, Washington state Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) officers on Monday July 7, executed a search warrant at 3135 184th Ave. SE in Tenino, known locally as … more
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The City of Yelm's proposed annexation plans, from the Yelm City Council agenda packet on July 8.
Yelm explores annexation options, enters negotiations with county
The City of Yelm will soon begin exploring annexation options to correct “irregular boundaries” after the Yelm City Council unanimously authorized city staff to negotiate an interlocal … more
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Adam Craig performs during a concert at the Stone City Event Center on Friday, July 11.
Tenino’s own Adam Craig rocks in first concerts at new Stone City Event Center
Adam Craig has checked off plenty of boxes from his bucket list since moving to Nashville from his hometown of Tenino in 2004. Write a radio hit? Check. Perform at the iconic Grand Ole Opry? Check. … more
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Tenino native Adam Craig sings during a performance at the Stone City Event Center on Friday, July 11.
Tenino’s own Adam Craig rocks in first concerts at new Stone City Event Center
Adam Craig has checked off plenty of boxes from his bucket list since moving to Nashville from his hometown of Tenino in 2004. Write a radio hit? Check. Perform at the iconic Grand Ole Opry? … more
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Following an undercover investigation, Washington state Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) officers on Monday July 7, executed a search warrant at 3135 184th Ave. SE in Tenino, known locally as “Tad’s in Tenino” or “Tads’ Man Cave.” 
Liquor Control Board serves search warrant on ‘Tad’s in Tenino’
Following an undercover investigation, Washington state Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) officers on Monday July 7, executed a search warrant at 3135 184 th Ave. SE in Tenino, known locally as … more
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Kianna Ruff, senior civic impact manager for Measures for Justice, speaks during the Commons dashboard launch at South Puget Sound Community College on Tuesday, June 24.
County prosecutor’s office embraces transparency with new online tool
In an effort to promote data transparency and accountability, the Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, along with Measures for Justice, a national nonprofit, unveiled a new data tool … more
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A child glides down the inflatable slide at the All-American Jubilee at Wilkowski Park on Sunday, June 29.
Rainier celebrates second annual All-American Jubilee
Rainier residents gathered under sunny blue skies Sunday afternoon, June 29, for the second annual All-American Jubilee at Wilkowski Park. The family-friendly event, hosted by We Love Rainier WA, … more
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Members of the Wilcox family drive and toss candy to spectators during the Roy Fourth of July Parade on Friday, July 4.
Roy celebrates Independence Day with annual parade and picnic
Over 40 parade entries moseyed their way down Warren Street at noon on Friday, July 4, for Roy’s annual Fourth of July parade. Some traveled on foot pulling ponies. Others rode horses, tractors … more
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City and JBLM in early talks about Yelm-based gate, new bridge over river
In efforts to help alleviate Yelm’s long-lasting traffic congestion issues, Mayor Joe DePinto has held very preliminary conversations with Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) about opening a gate … more
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Yelm's public works director Cody Colt anticipates the roundabout at Walmart Boulevard and State Route 507 to be the first of three completed in Yelm.
Several new roundabouts to be built before Yelm Loop opens
It took decades, but the Yelm Loop project, also known commonly as the Yelm Bypass, will finally go to bid for construction this November. Yelm Public Works Director Cody Colt told the Nisqually … more
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Yelm Community Schools District Offices can be found at 107 1st St NE in Yelm.
Yelm School Board unanimously approves raises for administrators
After more than 40 minutes of deliberations with Yelm Community Schools Superintendent Chris Woods, the Yelm School Board unanimously approved raises for YCS classified and certificated … more
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A rainbow breaks out at the Summer Solstice event at McKenna Park on Friday, June 20.
Local residents celebrate summer solstice in McKenna
The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year and the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. This year, that day fell on Friday, June 20. To celebrate the solstice, around 200 area … more
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Beverly Choltco-Devlin leads a nature journaling workshop at the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge on Friday, June 20. .
Nature journaling lets refuge guests experience wildlife in new way
I am still learning. Those words, spoken in Italian, were attributed to the Renaissance painter, sculptor, architect and poet Michelango when he was 87 years old. Beverly Choltco-Devlin, a retired … more
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Student Representative Sarah Barry smiles at a comment made by Superintendent Bryon Bahr at a Rainier School District Board of Directors meeting on April 23, 2025.
Rainier School Board holds first meeting since conclusion of school year
The Rainier School District Board of Directors held a 40-minute regular meeting on Wednesday, June 18, before breaking into an executive session to discuss real estate. Before the executive session, … more
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Yelm High School graduate and valedictorian Brook Smith delivers a speech to her classmates and those in attendance on Sunday, June 15 in the Tacoma Dome.
Yelm High School packs Tacoma Dome for class of 2025 graduation
On Sunday, June 15, Yelm High School’s graduating class of 2025 gathered for the final time as students, friends, family and teachers celebrated graduation at 9:30 a.m. inside of the Tacoma … more
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Swimmers leap from diving boards at the newly reopened quarry pool during Tenino Family Fun Day held at Tenino City Park on Saturday, June 22.
Tenino Quarry Pool set to open for summer season Saturday
City of Tenino staff are preparing to open the Tenino Quarry Pool for the summer season this Saturday, June 21, from noon to 6 p.m., coinciding with the Tenino Family Fun Day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., … more
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Roy residents called for the city to address its water quality issues.
Roy receives $1.5M in state funding for water well improvements
The City of Roy received big news from its state representatives during a council meeting on Monday, June 9, when Andrew Barkis and Matt Marshall of Washington’s 2nd Legislative District … more
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Rainier High School’s Top Seniors
Bryn Beckman Rainier High School senior Bryn Beckman will graduate as valedictorian with a GPA of 4.0. As a student athlete, Beckman participated in basketball, cross country and volleyball. During … more
Yelm High School’s Top Seniors
With Yelm High School’s graduation set for 9:30 a.m. at the Tacoma Dome on Saturday, June 15, the Nisqually Valley News honors and celebrates all graduating students, Each year, the Yelm School … more
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Keira Anderson's graduation cap includes her next home, Coe College in Iowa, during Rainier High School's Class of 2025 graduation ceremony on Friday, June 6.
Reaching the summit: Rainier High School celebrates class of 2025
Surrounded by hundreds of friends, family members, and teachers, the 65 members of the Rainier High School class of 2025 received their diplomas inside the Mountaineer Gym on Friday, June 6. The … more
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