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Rep. Strickland announces launch of Valentines for Veterans and First Responders drive
U.S. Rep. Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) is aiming to bring some extra joy to the lives of service and emergency response members through the launch of her Valentines for Veterans and First Responders … more
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A Look Back: Take a trip through our area’s rich history
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 • … more
Mary, a young participant in the Yelm Timberland Library's LEGO Club, created a house under the "Make a Wish" theme for the build. Each of the LEGO builds is displayed at the library. The next Lego Club will take place on Feb. 10.
Calendar: Taste of the Prairie, Lego Club
Thursday, Jan. 25 Family Storytime   Join the Yelm Timberland Library from 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Thursday for family storytime. The event includes music, movement, books and … more
Kyle Phillips, Zack Rosenquest, Wesley Fogle, Jocelyn Fogle and Veejay Lach pose for a photo at White Horse Tavern on Jan. 19.
Yelm community comes together for victims of house fire
Jocelyn Fogle arrived at her Yelm home on Tuesday, Jan. 9 to what she described as a “wall of black smoke.” She couldn’t see 6 inches into the house due to an electrical fire that … more
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House Bill 2257 would create a grant program to support planning, equipment, training, exercise and operation costs from backcountry search and rescue volunteers.
State looking at bolstering backcountry search and rescue
In a recent Washington State public hearing held by the House Innovation, Community and Economic Development, and Veterans Committee, lawmakers explored bolstering search and rescue resources.   … more
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Thurston County reports two influenza deaths during 2023-24 season
The Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) reported this week that two county residents have died of influenza in the 2023-24 season. As of last week, 31 people, including one … more
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Vacutainers sit on a table during a blood drive in Centralia in 2023.
Harsh winter weather leads to steep drop in blood donations
Blood banks and organizations that serve Washington and the Northwest are close to calling a Code Red — a critical supply warning to hospitals and emergency departments that donated blood is … more
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Margaret Clapp reaches into a bucket held by auctioneer Daniel Schorno filled with tickets purchased for $100 each at last year's Dollars for Scholars fundraiser. The winner of the drawing was able to choose from any item on stage except the Chevy Spark.
Yelm Dollars For Scholars hosting annual dinner
Yelm’s Dollars for Scholars has been making waves by positively impacting the lives of Yelm High School students and their families. Having successfully raised and distributed over $2.9 million … more
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Two of artist Cari Thompson’s original paintings are shown, which includes Albert Einstein (left), and Enzo Ferrari and Marilyn Monroe (right).
Yelm artist Cari Thompson hosting art exhibition in Olympia
Local artist and Yelm resident Cari Thompson, who moved to Yelm 35 years ago after becoming well known in Carmel, California, will host her own art exhibition in Olympia, Washington. … more
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If passed, a Senate bill would make Narcan available in all K-12 and charter schools in Washington.
Students push bill to bring overdose-reversal drug to all schools
Concerned about drug overdoses among teenagers, Lake Washington High School seniors Theodore Meek, Joanna Lymberis, Olivia Milstein, Sofia Lymberis and Reilly Jones transformed a school assignment … more
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The Washington Capitol building is lit up against the night sky in Olympia in this file photo.
Genocide education bill sparks high emotions in hearing
As they waited to tell the stories of loved ones lost to genocide, people waiting to testify held hands between armrests. Few showed smiles. Almost every seat in the hearing room was filled, and … more
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Leah Simmons and her son go for a warm-up jog at a Crawl PNW parent and toddler judo class on Jan. 10.
Parents and toddlers learn judo basics in new program in Yelm
Parents have a new way of spending quality time with their toddlers in Yelm. Crawl PNW’s Parent & Toddler Judo Program, a 10-week program held at Harai Dojo in Yelm, is underway, offering … more
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Junior quarterback Caylee Roberts throws a pass on Tuesday, Jan. 9 against the Lincoln Abes in Yelm's first girls flag football scrimmage.
YHS first girls football team debuts in Pierce County League
Yelm High School officially became the first South Sound Conference school to welcome a girls flag football team to its athletic branch, with the team making its debut on Jan. 11 against Franklin … more
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A woman receives a loaf of bread at the Valley Heart Food Pantry on Jan. 10.
Rainier church opens new food pantry
Valley Heart Assembly of God recently opened its doors to provide the Rainier community with a new food pantry in the entryway of the church. The food pantry will coexist alongside the Thurston … more
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Yelm Mayor Joe DePinto smiles while talking about benefits of having the YMCA in Yelm.
Yelm City Council approves mayor committee appointments
After being postponed for nearly a month, Yelm City Councilors approved Mayor Joe DePinto’s appointments for five different city commissions or committees during a study session on Tuesday, … more
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Yelm City Hall can be found at 106 2nd St. SE.
Council approves agreement with county for Yelm Loop permit processing
The City of Yelm is inching closer to construction of the Yelm Loop, with the City Council approving an interlocal agreement with Thurston County that will ease the critical area permitting process … more
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Sirens
Shooting near Old McKenna Road Thurston County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13 near the 10500 block of Old McKenna Road Southeast. … more
Darcies Dancing Dogs helps out-of-town owners
When it comes time to travel, a big question usually arises: What to do with the pets? That is where Darcies Dancing Dogs comes into play. Darcie Pelley, who is based in Rochester but also … more
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Five LEGO builds are displayed at the entry level of Yelm's Timberland Library.
What's happening: Wrestling, Taste of the Prairie
Thursday, Jan. 18 Fa mily Storytime Join the Yelm Timberland Library from 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Thursday for family storytime. The event includes music, movement, books and activities for … more
Looking Back: Take a trip through our area’s rich history
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 • Two Yelm … more
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