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Washington state Sen. John Braun
John Braun commentary: The continuing insanity of the homelessness ‘emergency’
The line about “insanity” being defined as doing the same things over and over, and expecting a different result, is sometimes attributed to Albert Einstein.  An online search … more
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Washington state Sen. John Braun
Braun: Charges of corruption hit Democrat plan to hand out taxpayer dollars
Taxpayers would rightfully be outraged if a state agency handed someone almost $350,000 in public funds to put toward the purchase of a $425,000 home, simply because of that person’s race and a … more
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Wayne Fournier is a Thurston County commissioner, former Tenino mayor, firefighter and lifelong community advocate. He believes that small towns are the last frontier of big ideas. He shares stories of civic creativity, leadership and community-building in his regular newspaper column.
Fournier: Local food, national security — what the beef debate gets wrong
When President Trump recently proposed importing more Argentine beef to “lower prices,” it sent cattle markets into a frenzy. At first glance, that might sound like a good deal: cheaper … more
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Commentary: Income tax proposals won’t die in Washington state
What comes back from the dead more frequently than Michael Myers, Jason Voorhees, and Freddy Krueger? Efforts to impose an income tax in Washington state. Like those perennial terrors, this income … more
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Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, stands in the wings of the Senate floor at the Washington state Capitol in Olympia on Friday, April 25.
John Braun commentary: Charges of corruption hit Democrat plan to hand out taxpayer dollars
Taxpayers would rightfully be outraged if a state agency handed someone almost $350,000 in public funds to put toward the purchase of a $425,000 home, simply because of that person’s race and a … more
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Commentary: Washington state’s employers are carrying too much of the load
Running a business in Washington is getting harder due to rising health care costs, a challenging regulatory and tax environment, and trade uncertainty. Surveys from the Association of … more
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A logging truck is pictured near the headwaters of the Chehalis River on Weyerhaeuser property upstream of Pe Ell.
Guest commentary: The only constant is change, but new forestry rule ignores that
Leaves change color, they fall and nature transitions to handle our cold, wet, quiet winters. Spring ushers in warmth, growth, the flush of leaves and the return of the birds. Everything has an … more
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Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letter to the Editor: ‘I’m a hard no on this one.’
I would like to address a couple of the claims being pushed by the pro levy people. TJ Kelly, from OSPI, pretty much debunked the absorption claims being put out by levy supporters here and … more
Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letter to the Editor: ‘Rural residents pay their full share of taxes to the Port, yet their priorities are often ignored.’
My name is Jerry Toompas and I’m proud to be running for port commissioner as the only rural candidate running or serving. I’ve heard the frustration across our county. Rural residents … more
Washington state Sen. John Braun
Braun: State funding for cancer research falls victim to sales-tax increase
It’s easy to find examples of how years of one-party rule have made living in Washington less safe, less affordable and less beneficial for our children — but here’s one that … more
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Sen. John Braun of Centralia serves the 20th Legislative District, which spans parts of four counties from Yelm to Vancouver. He became Senate Republican leader in 2020.
John Braun: State funding for cancer research falls victim to sales-tax increase
It’s easy to find examples of how years of one-party rule have made living in Washington less safe, less affordable and less beneficial for our children — but here’s one that … more
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Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letters to the Editor: ‘Come together and vote yes in the upcoming levy’
Editor, As a current and past parent within the Yelm Community Schools District, I am reaching out to urge our community to come together and vote YES in the upcoming levy. This is not just about our … more
Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letters to the Editor: YCS levy support: ‘protect your community and property’
Editor, Those of you that are not interested in passing the levy because you feel that the schools do not deserve the support look at this from a selfish point of view. If the levy does not pass, … more
Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letter to the Editor: ‘Mr. Foster needs to familiarize himself with the Yelm Municipal Code’
Editor, JW Foster’s letter to the editor has details that should not go unchallenged. He wrote, “big promises by the current mayor like getting a pool, finishing the bypass and building a … more
Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letter to the Editor: ‘It has been the honor of my life to serve as Mayor of Yelm…’
Editor, I’m Joe DePinto, and it has been the honor of my life to serve as mayor of Yelm for the past four years. When I took office, I first had to bring stability and professionalism back to … more
Sen. John Braun, R-Centralia, speaks with other senators during the legislative session at the Washington state Capitol in Olympia on Friday, April 25.
John Braun commentary: Kids can’t learn when they’re not in school
If the COVID-19 pandemic taught us anything, especially in our state, it’s how children benefit from attending school — socially, emotionally and academically. Knowing that, you … more
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Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letter to the Editor: Lake Lawrence committee petitions members to renew district
The Lake Lawrence Lake Management District Steering Committee petitioned its members to renew its 40-year-old Lake Management District (LMD) for another 35 years. The response to the petition was … more
Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letter to the Editor: “It’s time for someone honest ...
As a lifelong Yelm resident, I’m proud to support Jerry Toompas for port commissioner. For too long, the port has collected millions in property taxes from rural cities like Yelm and given … more
Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letter to the Editor: Klein endorses DePinto for office
Dear Editor, City of Yelm voters may think differently if they were reminded of JW Foster’s record as a council member and as mayor, all reported in your newspaper. Examples include, one: In … more
Letters to the editor can be submitted to yelmnews@yelmonline.com.
Letter to the Editor: ‘Vote JW Foster to keep Yelm, Yelm,’ candidate says
Dear Editor, As Yelm’s mayor, I delivered local road connections, lower water rates and public amenities like the Splash Pad. We fixed audit issues and retained a strong team of professionals … more
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