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An argument between two pedestrians in the parking lot of the Maytown Rest Area on Tuesday escalated into homicide when one subject shot and killed the other.   Washington State Patrol … more
Nearly 40 individuals gathered at the Yelm Cemetery on Memorial Day to honor the countless men and women who lost their lives fighting for freedom in the United States. Steven Slater, a … more
The Yelm City Council approved the purchase of a wind sculpture and a professional services agreement with Skillings Inc. for phase two of the new off-leash dog park at its meeting on May 23. … more
Isaiah Patterson, an upcoming senior linebacker at Yelm High School, announced his commitment to the University of California Los Angeles on Wednesday, May 24. UCLA finished with a 9-4 record in … more
Yelm residents and members of surrounding communities attended the Yelm City Council meeting on May 23 to once again voice their strong opposition to “Lady L’s Drag Queen Pride … more
Vendors on the opening day of the Yelm Farmers Market on Saturday, May 27, were welcomed by a steady crowd of customers at its new location on McKenzie Street. Market organizer Jon Jamieson … more
When Parkside Elementary School physical education teacher Jeff Thummel first tells his students they’re going to jog for 30 minutes straight, most of the kids say they don’t think they … more
The Roy Rodeo, which is scheduled for June 3 and June 4, will offer a thrilling spectacle for those who attend as the popular event returns for its 62nd annual iteration. The event will feature … more
Get ready for a summer filled with outdoor entertainment and treats as the Yelm Lions Club announced the revival of its beloved Movie Nights in the Park event. The community can enjoy free movie … more
Thursday, June 1 Dinosaur Hunt Parks Passport Sticker Stop The Yelm Parks and Recreation department will host a Dinosaur Hunt for its Parks Passport Sticker Stop program on Thursday, June … more
Yelm Police Department Ma and Pa’s Family Diner Burglarized Yelm police officers responded to a call at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, May 23, to a report that Ma and Pa’s Family Diner in … more
Southeast Thurston Fire was dispatched to reports of a structure fire at Justman Farms on state Route 507 in Yelm on Monday, May 22. The structure fire occurred in an unoccupied residence, … more
Enjoy these snapshots of articles written in past issues of the Nisqually Valley News from 45, 35, 25 and 15 years ago, respectively. A Look Back at This Week, 45 Years Ago • The … more
When Beverly King retired on Dec. 20, 2022, she knew she had at least one goal for her retirement, and that was to hike the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), which stretches from the Mexican border to the … more
Washington state Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler has taken action against Cambia Health Solutions, Inc., and its subsidiaries, including Regence BlueShield, instructing them to reprocess ground … more
This week’s bird is the turkey vulture. These creepy dudes have huge nostrils that allow them to smell rotting, decaying carcasses from over a mile away. From below, their silhouettes against … more
After Gov. Jay Inslee signed a new bill related to pet insurance into law in April, Washington residents can expect more protection and less confusion, according to a news release from Washington … more
As the City of Tenino nears completion of renovations to reopen its regionally-famous Quarry Pool, city staff are seeking seasonal lifeguards to help keep visitors safe once it’s officially … more
T he Roy Cemetery received its annual facelift on Sunday, May 21, during the Roy Cemetery cleanup day. The event’s organizers, known as the “cemetery caretakers,” said this … more
There were 132 people who filed for 75 offices in Thurston County during filing week, which spanned from May 15 to May 19. For races with three or more candidates, the August primary is set for … more
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