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Washington state House Democrats released their supplemental budget proposal Sunday.
House Republican Budget Leader Rep. Travis Couture, R-Allyn, stated in a news release that the budget shows …
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By The Chronicle staff
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2/25/26
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Washington state regulators have approved $98,707.77 in Grade Crossing Protective Fund (GCPF) grants to improve safety at 13 railroad crossings in Lewis, Thurston and Pierce counties.
Rainier …
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By The Chronicle staff
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2/25/26
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The Thurston County Chamber Foundation announced in a recent news release that it will be holding its signature fundraising event, A Night on the Town, on Friday, April 17.
The evening includes …
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By the Thurston Chronicle staff
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2/25/26
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Saint Martin’s University has announced in a news release the six recipients of its 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards, presented during the Homecoming festivities on Friday, Feb 20.
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By the Thurston Chronicle staff
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2/25/26
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The Olympia City Council declared a state of emergency Tuesday as part of an update to city code that explicitly prohibits federal immigration enforcement from using city property.
The …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@thurstonchronicle.com
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2/25/26
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One of the City of Yelm’s most historic individuals, Faye Fuller, is one step closer to being honored by serving as the namesake for the city’s activated alleyway project — known as Fuller …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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2/24/26
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By the community. For the community. For the last 14 weeks, Yelm Lions Club has exemplified that statement by welcoming community members of all walks of life into the Carlson Club each Sunday for a …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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2/24/26
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For the 31st time in organization history, Yelm Dollars for Scholars (YDFS) will host its annual dinner and auction event from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, at the Lake Lawrence Community Club. …
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By Nisqually Valley News staff
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2/24/26
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For the fourth year in a row, the Thurston County Auditor’s Vehicle Licensing Office has passed its audit from the state Department of Licensing with no findings, showing zero errors or violations …
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By Thurston Chronicle staff
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2/24/26
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The River Ridge Hawks athletic community is mourning the loss of Julie Horner, a coach and parent of a River Ridge cheerleader who passed away unexpectedly during national championships in California …
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By Emily Fitzgerald /
emily@thurstonchronicle.com
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2/24/26
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Thurston County has received $593,299.08 in grant funding for local planning projects that support salmon recovery.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, through the Washington state …
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By Emily Fitzgerald /
emily@thurstonchronicle.com
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2/24/26
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Lacey Loves to Read’s 2026 events culminated with a visit from award-winning author Renée Watson earlier this month.
“At the heart of (Lacey Loves to Read) is the belief that every …
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By Thurston Chronicle staff
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2/24/26
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A free annual community-wide celebration of the life and legacy of Billy Frank Jr. will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4.
The celebration will include displays, activities, and …
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By Thurston Chronicle staff
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2/23/26
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The Juror’s Invitational Exhibition returns to the Leonor R. Fuller Gallery at South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) for the ninth year from April 6 to May 1, a news release from SPSCC …
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By Thurston Chronicle staff
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2/23/26
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Timberline High School will hold a Find Your Future career event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 21, an event open to grades 8 to 12 and their guardians.
The event will help students explore …
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By Thurston Chronicle staff
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2/23/26
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TOGETHER! has announced in a news release that it will hold a fundraiser celebrating its fifth anniversary from 5 to 7:30 p.m. March 5, at the Lacey Community Center.
The proceeds from …
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By Thurston Chronicle staff
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2/23/26
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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Friday confirmed razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks beaches from Feb. 26 …
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2/23/26
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Rural communities across the Pacific Northwest are facing increasing economic uncertainty as mill closures, trade disputes and restrictive forest management policies threaten family-wage jobs, a news …
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By The Chronicle staff
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2/23/26
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The Southwest Washington Grazing School will hold its third four-day intensive grazing course in Tenino this spring to teach locals about grazing techniques and pasture management.
Personnel …
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By The Chronicle staff
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2/23/26
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A Saturday night traffic stop for a minor violation led to a pursuit through Thurston and Pierce counties, culminating with the capture of two subjects with outstanding warrants.
The …
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By Thurston Chronicle staff
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2/23/26
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