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Despite closing its mining operation in 2006, the TransAlta mine north of Centralia has recently received an extension on its mining permit from the federal government. The extension will allow …
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Jacob Moore / For Nisqually Valley News
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10/28/25
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During a Yelm Community Schools (YCS) Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, Oct. 23, Traci Schulz, Southworth Elementary assistant principal, highlighted some of the new changes and goals for the …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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10/28/25
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During a Yelm Community Schools (YCS) board of directors meeting on Thursday, Oct. 23, Dr. Lisa Cadero-Smith, assistant superintendent, announced that a committee would be engaging in a comprehensive …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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10/28/25
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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 …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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10/28/25
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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 …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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10/28/25
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A 67-year-old Oregon woman was announced dead at Providence St. Peter Hospital Friday from injuries suffered during a single-vehicle collision on Interstate 5 near Lacey, according to a press memo …
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By The Chronicle staff
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10/27/25
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Last week was Flood Awareness Week in Thurston County, and county leaders used the opportunity to remind residents to get “flood smart” before winter storms arrive, a news release from …
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By The Chronicle staff
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10/27/25
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WorkSource Thurston will host a job fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 6, for an opportunity to connect with a diverse range of employers, including many Washington state departments, …
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By The Chronicle staff
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10/27/25
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The Thurston County Fair announced Monday its 2026 dates and official fair mascot — a bald eagle named Colonel Beaks. The eagle was chosen to honor America’s upcoming 250th anniversary in …
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By The Chronicle staff
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10/27/25
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Washington’s independent office investigating police deadly force incidents plans to name its second region in the coming weeks and pair it with a roadmap for opening the remaining regions …
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By Paul W. Taylor / TVW
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10/27/25
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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 …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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10/25/25
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Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) officials have announced a public health risk revolving around asbestos in an “exceptionally large pile of debris” in an effort to …
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By The Chronicle staff
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10/24/25
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The Uncle Sam Billboard in Napavine, recently purchased by the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation, featured an updated message that states "NATIVE LAND #CHEHALIS" on Thursday, Oct. …
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10/24/25
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Health insurance premiums for those buying their own insurance plans are set to increase next year as Obama-era tax credits expire.
According to Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, the premiums …
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By The Chronicle staff
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10/24/25
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Washington state Department of Transportation (WSDOT) crews have been training and getting equipment ready for the upcoming winter season, according to a recent WSDOT news release.
WSDOT is …
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By The Chronicle staff
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10/22/25
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Fay Ranches has recently announced the availability of Silver Springs Cattle Ranch, a 1,058-plus-acre property located in the heart of Thurston County.
Offered at $49,995,000, “this …
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By The Chronicle staff
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10/22/25
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The Thurston County Chamber invites community members to its November Forum from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Saint Martin’s University’s Norman Worthington Center in …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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10/21/25
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Yelm Finance Director Stephanie Nanavich announced there will be two public hearings next month on Tuesday, Nov. 12, and Tuesday, Nov. 25, in regards to City of Yelm property taxes and the …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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10/21/25
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The Hallett, Conklin, Whitworth, Horning Team of Edward Jones held their ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 14, to celebrate the opening of their new office located at 149 S. Frost St. in …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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10/21/25
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For the 14th time in church history, Crossroads Community Covenant Church is partnering with Yelm Dollars for Scholars and the Rainier Education Foundation by hosting its annual pumpkin patch. The …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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10/21/25
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