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From left, state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Chehalis, state Rep. Ed Orcutt, R-Kalama, and state Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, field questions during the legislative forum event at Jeremy’s Farm to Table in Chehalis on Thursday morning.
20th District lawmakers warn of new tax proposals during 2026 session
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 … more
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Willie Frank III, son of Billy Frank Jr., bows his head during a tribal song as he is shadowed by the maquette statue of his father during a proclamation for Native American Heritage Month on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
Thurston County proclaims November as Native American Heritage Month
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. The … more
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Yelm's mayor Joe DePinto speaks during a town hall event in Oct. 2024.
Initial results show DePinto leading mayoral race, YCS levy failing for fourth time 
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 … more
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The Yelm Community Schools district offices can be located at 404 East Yelm Avenue.
Number of seniors vastly outweighs kindergarten enrollment in YCS, statewide
During a Yelm Community Schools Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, Oct. 23, Superintendent Chris Woods discussed some of the enrollment challenges faced within YCS and across the state. Woods … more
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The teachers and paraeducators honored by their principals during a Thursday, Oct. 23, Yelm Community Schools board of directors meeting pose for a photo inside the Yelm District Offices.
Yelm schools employees honored
During a Yelm Community Schools (YCS) Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, Oct. 23, principals from every school in the district honored two staff members from their respective location with … more
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Multiple agencies responded to reports of injuries after an oak tree fell at McKenna Park during an event in the afternoon hours on Saturday, Oct. 25.
One dead, several injured after tree falls at McKenna Park during ‘Haunted Witches Market’ 
What started out as a fun and family-oriented Halloween-themed market on Saturday, Oct. 25, at McKenna Park quickly turned tragic. During the early afternoon hours, an oak tree fell, killing one … more
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The City of Yelm expects the "Fuller Footpath" activated alleyway to open by the winter.
Yelm Public Works Director highlights local projects penned for 2025-26
Cody Colt, the City of Yelm’s public works director, led a presentation during a Yelm City Council study session meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 7, and highlighted several local projects budgeted as … more
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Hikers begin hiking the Skyline Loop Trail at Mount Rainier National Park on Thursday, Oct. 16.
A trip to Mount Rainier National Park as it remains open during shutdown
While visitors are still plentiful at Mount Rainier National Park during the current federal shutdown, spotting a park ranger or National Parks Service vehicle feels similar to the excitement of … more
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Inside the Tenino Food Bank Plus on Tuesday, Feb. 20.
Tenino food bank faces funding and supply issues compounded by federal government shutdown
While the Tenino City Council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 14, was a brief one as no major resolutions or ordinances were on the agenda, councilors discussed a number of issues during the work session … more
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The Thurston County Sheriff's Office recently received an OH-58 helicopter from a law enforcement agency in North Carolina for just $10,000. The aircraft will assist the county with water rescue, pursuit mitigation and other search-and-rescue efforts.
Thurston County Sheriff’s Office details proposed aviation program
The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) believes it finally has a tool in its arsenal to significantly enhance its services. The agency, led by Sheriff Derek Sanders, recently received … more
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Hikers begin hiking the Skyline Loop Trail at Mount Rainier National Park on Thursday, Oct. 16.
A trip to Mount Rainier National Park as it remains open during shutdown
While visitors are still plentiful at Mount Rainier National Park during the current federal shutdown, spotting a park ranger or National Parks Service vehicle feels similar to the excitement of … more
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Thurston County Commissioners, from the left, Carolina Mejia, Wayne Fournier, Tye Menser and Emily Clouse during the Thurston County Board of Commissioners meeting at the Atrium on Tuesday, Sept. 30.
Thurston County commissioners work to reduce deficit, determine reductions as budget talks continue
The Thurston County Board of Commissioners continued its work last week toward reducing the impact of a general fund shortfall on county services. Their actions — along with cost-saving … more
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YCS Superintendent Chris Woods sits in the Yelm High School library on Thursday, Oct. 9 during a board meeting.
YCS board members, superintendent echo support for booster clubs and volunteers
Two of Yelm Community Schools’ board directors, Debbie Edwards and Denise Hendrickson, along with Superintendent Chris Woods, echoed their support and strong sentiments toward booster clubs and … more
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Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders speaks about the proposed budget cuts to the Sheriff’s Office during the Thurston County Board of Commissioners meeting at the Atrium on Tuesday, Sept. 30.
Thurston County residents voice concern over potential cuts to sheriff’s budget
They filled the chairs. They stood in the back of the room, crammed against the glass walls. They spilled out into the Atrium’s common area. One man even held up a storage bin lid with a … more
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Two cars are parked at the dead end at the intersection of Cullens Road and State Route 510 -- where the future Yelm Loop will run through.
Yelm Loop on track to go to construction by next spring
The Yelm Loop project, also known as the Yelm Bypass, has been in the works for decades but the finish line is now in view. The project is expected to go out for bid in November, with construction … more
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Yelm football’s PA announcer Matt Mounts smiles in front of Yelm’s football stadium.
Yelm athletic director details rocky road ahead with potential cuts to sports looming
With less than a month until the Tuesday, Nov. 4, general election in Thurston County, many athletes and their families have been wondering what the future of athletics in Yelm Community Schools will … more
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Attendees wait for the Thurston County Board of Commissioners meeting to start at the Atrium on Tuesday, Sept. 30.
‘Find the money somewhere else’: Thurston County residents voice concern over potential cuts to sheriff’s budget
They filled the chairs. They stood in the back of the room, crammed against the glass walls. They spilled out into the Atrium’s common area. One man even held up a storage bin lid with a … more
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OSPI CFO TJ Kelly speaks during a YCS board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 25.
OSPI leader details potential road ahead for cash-strapped Yelm School District
During a Yelm Community Schools (YCS) board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 25, TJ Kelly, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s (OSPI) chief financial officer (CFO), highlighted the … more
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Community members voice concerns, ask questions during OSPI presentation at YHS
During a Yelm Community Schools Board of Directors meeting on Thursday. Sept. 25, several attendees of the event took time after the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s (OSPI) … more
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Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders speaks with a Washington State Patrol trooper in this file photo.
Thurston County Sheriff’s Office, other departments facing ‘dire’ budget cuts
Thurston County Assessor Steven Drew says his office is in a “dire situation” based on last week’s warning from the Board of County Commissioners asking departments to find ways to … more
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