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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Wednesday confirmed razor clam digging reopens at Copalis Beach on Friday, Feb. 3, followed by additional opportunities on Feb. 5 and Feb. 7.
Three Days of Razor Clam Digging Starts Friday on Copalis Beach
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Wednesday confirmed razor clam digging reopens at Copalis Beach on Friday, Feb. 3, followed by additional opportunities on Feb. … more
Clockwise from top left, state Rep. Peter Abbarno, House Republican Leader J.T. Wilcox, Chronicle Publisher Chad Taylor, Senate Republican Leader John Braun, state Rep. Ed Orcutt, Chronicle reporter Matthew Zylstra and Chronicle Assistant Editor Isabel Vander Stoep discuss the legislative session in Braun’s office at the Capitol on Jan. 20.
Local Republican Lawmakers Say Return of In-Person Session Draws Hope for Bipartisanship
Late last month, Southwest Washington legislators spoke of a desire for bipartisan collaboration in ways the previous two sessions fell short. The 105-day 2023 legislative session began on Jan. … more
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Smoke columns rise from a short run of flames seen from U.S. Highway 12 near Packwood in this file photo.
Forest Service to Discuss PNW Wildfire Risks in Virtual Forum
The Pacific Northwest region of the U.S. Forest Service will host a virtual community forum on Feb. 16 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.  Regional Forester, Glenn Casamassa, will discuss the service's … more
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From left, Kathy Taylor, Suzanne Brown, Rachelle Reinitz, a neighbor who brought extra signs and wished to stay anonymous, and Kim Crist who lives across the street, gather for a demonstration outside of the Supreme Living facility located at 2813 140th Ave. SW in Tenino on Wednesday. Officials with the state were scheduled to hold a webinar to address the concerns of area residents on Wednesday night. Coverage of the webinar will be included in Saturday’s edition of The Chronicle.
In Focus: Opponents of Tenino Area Sex Offender Housing Gather Near Proposed Facility
A woman from Yelm was killed at the scene of a fatal traffic collision on state Route 507 in Roy on Feb. 1. 
Woman From Yelm Dies in Fatal Traffic Collision in Roy
A 30-year-old woman from Yelm was pronounced dead at the scene of a fatal traffic collision on state Route 507 in Roy on Wednesday, Feb. 1.  According to a Washington State Patrol memo, the … more
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Superintendent Brian Wharton and communications director Teri Pablo laugh as they pose for a photo.
Yelm Superintendent Brian Wharton Announces Retirement at End of School Year
Brian Wharton recently announced he will retire at the end of the 2022-2023 school year, after serving seven years as the superintendent of Yelm Community Schools.  Wharton, who said he loves … more
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The Yelm Lions Club is located at 301 W Yelm Ave.
Yelm Lions Club in Need of Members, Leadership Volunteers
The Yelm Lions Club, which has been a community staple for nearly 70 years, needs new members and leadership volunteers if it wants to continue operating as an organization.  The club is on … more
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Blocks and signs on Creek Street prevent drivers from using Algiers Road.
Citizens Raise Concerns on Algiers Road Closure at Yelm City Council Meeting
Well over a month after the closure of Algiers Road, several members of the public attended the Yelm City Council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 24, to voice concerns that were created with the shutdown of … more
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Steele and Ksea Clayton pose in front of their Steele Barrel Barbecue food truck.
Steele Barrel BBQ Finds Success With Food Truck
After opening their food truck for weekend take-out in November, Steele Barrel Barbecue has become a well-known staple for residents with a hankering for a smoky or saucy treat.  Selling … more
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 The free mulch program at the Waste and Recovery Center in Lacey is set to end on Jan. 31.
Thurston County Stopped Free Mulch Program on Jan. 31
 The free mulch program at the Waste and Recovery Center (WARC) in Lacey is set to end on Jan. 31 due to growing concerns about customer safety, which includes potential hazards during loading … more
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Yelm City Hall
City of Yelm’s Lodging Tax Funding Program Is Now Open
The City of Yelm’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee has opened the 2023 Lodging Tax Funding Program.  The LTAC Committee is comprised of citizens who are involved in the tourism industry … more
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Callisto, Atlas and Luna venture through the wilderness at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park in Eatonville.
Rescued Moose Calves Now Available for Public Viewing at Northwest Trek
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park announced three orphaned moose calves made their public debut at Northwest Trek on Friday, Jan. 27.  The three moose calves — named Atlas, Luna and Castillo … more
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The Yelm Water Tower is pictured in this file photo.
City of Yelm Opens Community Beautification Grant Program
The City of Yelm will offer grants to neighborhoods, community groups and local businesses through its Community Beautification Grant program.  The program seeks to collaborate with … more
Wyndstone Apartments, located at 15025 Tahoma Blvd. SE in Yelm, has announced they have officially opened its leasing availability. 
Wyndstone Apartments in Yelm Now Leasing
Wyndstone Apartments, located at 15025 Tahoma Blvd. SE in Yelm, has announced they have officially opened its leasing availability.  The grand opening of the new apartments took place on … more
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A pile of trash near a roadway is pictured in this file photo.
Citizen Rallies Community to Clean Up Litter
Since September of 2021, Lee Taylor has taken on a mission to clean up litter in the Yelm and Rainier areas after he discovered the state of the McIntosh Lake pull-off and several fishing holes while … more
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A person looks over paperwork as he prepares taxes in this file photo.
Free Tax Preparation Services Scheduled at Yelm Timberland Library 
Volunteers from Thurston County AARP Foundation Tax-Aide will provide free tax preparation services to people of all ages and income levels at the Yelm Timberland Library. The services will be … more
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Gov. Jay Inslee is pictured.
State Representatives Sponsor Bill Again Attempting to Reform Governor’s Emergency Powers
State Rep. Chris Corry, R-Yakima, introduced a new bill last week that would reform the governor’s emergency powers, according to a statement released on Tuesday, Jan. 17.  House Bill … more
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The Washington State Capitol building in Olympia is pictured.
Bill Proposes Sealing Name Changes for Abuse Victims
People who change their names to hide from their abusers should be afforded more privacy. That, at least, is the conclusion Maia Xiao came to after a transgender friend committed suicide after … more
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A person holds up a sign that says “Keep Parents Rights” at the Washington State Capitol in this photo provided by Sen. Jim McCune’s office.
Sen. McCune Introduces Trio of Bills to Create a Parents’ Bill of Rights in Senate
State Sen. Jim McCune introduced legislation on Wednesday, Jan. 25, which would recognize the “fundamental rights of parents to direct the upbringing and education of their … more
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The Nisqually Markets at Camas Plaza is located at 4031 Camas Plaza SE.
New Nisqually Markets at Camas Plaza, Camas Coffee House Scheduled to Open Feb. 3
Nisqually Markets, an enterprise of the Nisqually Indian Tribe and managed by Medicine Creek Enterprise Corporation (MCEC), will hold a grand opening celebration on Friday, Feb. 3 for its new Camas … more
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