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Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, looks through documents during the legislative session at the Washington state Capitol in Olympia on Friday, April 25.
Sen. Braun urges Gov. Ferguson to get past fearmongering on 'big beautiful bill'
Six months after Washington state Gov. Bob Ferguson took office with a moderate-sounding tone that encouraged many Republicans, state Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, says Ferguson has instead proven to … more
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SRO Theater vice president Dawn Emilia Young leads a group of PLAY members in an exersize on Monday, July 14.
SRO Theater, Yelm Parks and Recreation collaborate for PLAY Summer Workshop
Standing Room Only (SRO) Theater and the City of Yelm’s Parks and Recreation Department recently collaborated to create a new theater-focused summer workshop for some of the youngest residents … more
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A young attendant of Yelm’s National Night Out on Aug. 1 attempts to submerge Police Chief Rob Carlson in a dunk tank.
Yelm’s annual National Night Out event returns Aug. 5 at Yelm City Park
In efforts to strengthen the relationship between Nisqually Valley area residents and the Yelm Police Department, the City of Yelm will host its annual National Night Out event from 4 to 7 p.m. on … more
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507 Taproom owner Bill DeVore works on his bar at the original location, prior to its opening in 2019.
507 Taproom to host first ever ‘Brew Fest’ on Saturday
Since the 507 Taproom expanded to its second location in Yelm in 2022, the local business has aspired to grow into a local hub for community conversations and fun entertainment. On Saturday, July 19, … more
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WDFW accepting master hunter applications
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is inviting new applicants to join the ranks of over 1,200 certified master hunters across the state, a news release from the WDFW stated. … more
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The City of Rainier has taken steps to address the vandalism at Wilkowski Park, including the addition of more security lighting.
City of Rainier takes steps to curb vandalism at Wilkowski Park
In a city council meeting on Tuesday, July 8, Rainier Mayor Robert Shaw and Public Works Supervisor Theron Perry discussed the steps they’ve taken to stop the vandalism at Wilkowski Park. The … more
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Fireworks shoot off above the treeline at the Lacey Fireworks Spectacular at Rainier Vista Community Park on Thursday, July 3.
City of Lacey estimates at least 25,000 attended annual fireworks event
The City of Lacey provided an updated estimate for the number of attendees at this year’s Lacey Fireworks Spectacular held Thursday, July 3. Ty Keltner, the city’s communications manager, … more
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Wyatt Mendel presents an achievement award to Yelm Rotary Club President Derrick Platt at the Sip, Support and Celebrate Fundraiser at RE/MAX Country on Friday, July 11.
Yelm fundraiser for local causes hits five-figure goal
The Sip, Support and Celebrate Fundraiser lived up to its name Friday evening, July 11, as guests gathered for all three in the courtyard of the RE/MAX Country real estate office in Yelm. More … more
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Smoke and steam rise from the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad trestle bridge between Mineral and Morton as firefighting efforts continue on Thursday, May 1.
Over $200,000 raised by supporters after Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad trestle bridge burns down
Back at the end of April, the Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad’s wooden trestle bridge located between Mineral and Morton burned down in a fire that was believed to have been deliberately started. … more
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The Thurston County Courthouse is pictured on Monday, April 21.
More crisis care beds coming to Thurston County thanks to Department of Commerce partnership
A new 16-bed crisis triage and stabilization facility is coming to Thurston County, thanks in part to a $4.95 million grant from the Washington state Department of Commerce, a recent news release … more
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The Thurston County Courthouse is pictured on Monday, April 21.
Thurston County issues burn ban on yard waste and land clearing
Thurston County commissioners recently approved a temporary ban on residential yard waste burning and all land clearing burns in unincorporated areas of Thurston County, a news release from the … more
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A rider passing through Rainier is all smiles during the Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic on Saturday, July 12.
Seattle to Portland riders find respite, refreshment in Rainier
The riders of the annual Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic made their way through the Nisqually Valley region Saturday, July 12, before arriving at their official midpoint at Centralia College in … more
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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 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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Back at the end of April, the Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad’s wooden trestle bridge located between Mineral and Morton burned down in a fire that was believed to have been deliberately started.
Over $200,000 raised by supporters after Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad trestle bridge burns down
Back at the end of April, the Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad’s wooden trestle bridge located between Mineral and Morton burned down in a fire that was believed to have been deliberately started. … more
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Washington state government spending surges 116% since 2015
Washington state faces deficit spending by 2028 as lawmakers just hit taxpayers with the state's largest combined tax increase – all driven by massive state spending increases over the past … 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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ConnectionsWA operates a crisis response center in Kirkland, a related Commerce investment.
More crisis care beds coming to Thurston County thanks to Department of Commerce partnership
A new 16-bed crisis triage and stabilization facility is coming to Thurston County, thanks in part to a $4.95 million grant from the Washington state Department of Commerce, a recent news release … more
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