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Critical funding for Thurston County’s Rights of Way (ROW) Initiative is in danger of being cut in 2025, County Manager Leonard Hernandez told the Board of County Commissioners during the …
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By Dylan Reubenking/dylan@yelmonline.com
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1/14/25
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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
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1/14/25
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Thursday, Jan. 16
Yelm boys basketball hosts Bonney Lake
Yelm High School’s boys basketball team will host the Bonney Lake Panthers at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 16, inside YHS’s …
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1/14/25
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South Thurston County residents now have a new option for their fitness needs as Get Fit Yelm has expanded into a second location in Tenino.
Get Fit Tenino officially opened Jan. 1 for a soft …
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By Dylan Reubenking/dylan@yelmonline.com
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1/14/25
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Even with future budget constraints a concern for many Thurston County municipalities in 2025, the mood at the annual State of the Community Address was largely optimistic as area leaders recounted …
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By Jacob Dimond/jake@yelmonline.com
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1/9/25
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Two people were injured during a stabbing in the evening of Wednesday, Jan. 8, in the 500 block of Huston Street South.
Tenino police were dispatched at approximately 9:05 p.m., and the …
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By The Chronicle staff
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1/9/25
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Gary Edwards knew in the spring of 2024 that he would retire from serving Thurston County as one of its five commissioners at the end of the year. He concluded his second term at 9 p.m. on New …
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By Dylan Reubenking/dylan@yelmonline.com
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1/7/25
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Citizens of Yelm, also known as Citizens for Support of Yelm Schools, is increasing its efforts to raise awareness for the Feb. 11 educational programs and operations levy special election following …
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By Dylan Reubenking/dylan@yelmonline.com
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1/7/25
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As Joe DePinto enters his final year in his first term as Yelm’s mayor, he’ll continue to prioritize transportation and public safety as his two major points of emphasis — with road …
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By Jacob Dimond/jake@yelmonline.com
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1/7/25
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Steele Clayton’s long-awaited vision for his restaurant Steele Barrel BBQ will finally come to fruition as the local food truck establishment has opened indoor seating for customers and will …
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By Jacob Dimond/jake@yelmonline.com
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1/7/25
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Naser Dobashi and the Centralia Auction have been in business for over 20 years, and after a longtime stint with operations based in Centralia, the biweekly auto sale has moved into the small town of …
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By Jacob Dimond/jake@yelmonline.com
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1/7/25
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Thursday, Jan. 9
Yelm boys basketball hosts South Kitsap
Yelm High School’s boys basketball team will host South Puget Sound League opponent South Kitsap at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. …
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1/7/25
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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
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1/7/25
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Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) was notified Friday, Jan. 3, of an influenza-related death in a Thurston County resident. To date, the Washington state Department of Health …
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By The Nisqually Valley News Staff
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1/3/25
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Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is turning to the community for help after a collaborative rescue with Pierce County Animal Control in Roy brought 60 animals to the shelter.
After …
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By Jacob Dimond/jake@yelmonline.com
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12/31/24
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The Nisqually Indian Tribe is continuing to invest in the Native American education program within Yelm Community Schools despite the activities being put on hold due to the district’s …
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Dylan Reubenking/dylan@yelmonline.com
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12/31/24
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As the Feb. 11, 2025, Yelm education and program operations (EP&O) levy special election rapidly approaches, local pro-levy groups have begun to increase efforts in support of the measure — …
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Jacob Dimond/jake@yelmonline.com
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12/31/24
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Jan. 4, 2024
TCSO’s Derek Sanders reflects on first year as sheriff, goals going forward
When Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders first took office in 2023, he knew he had a lot of …
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By the Nisqually Valley News Staff
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12/31/24
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Friday, Jan. 3
Leads at Lunch: Masonry Cafe
Yelm Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly Leads at Lunch event from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 3, at the Masonry Cafe, 105 Yelm Ave. E. …
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12/31/24
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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
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12/31/24
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