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The Thurston County Audi tor’s Office will host a swearing-in ceremony for recently elected officials at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 25, at the Minnaert Center for the Arts on the South Puget …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/17/25
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The Thurston Economic Development Council — in partnership with Greater Grays Harbor Inc., the Economic Alliance of Lewis County, Mason County EDC and Pacific County EDC — has announced …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/17/25
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The public will have a chance to weigh in next month on a proposal to lower taxes on roughly 60 acres of wetland in north Yelm.
The land is part of a 76.96-acre property, located at 17825 …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com
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11/17/25
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O Bee Credit Union has announced it is donating $10,000 to local food banks to support neighbors in need.
This contribution aims to help bridge the gap caused by recent delays in …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/17/25
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Double homicide in Thurston County remains under investigation; support sought for victims’ families
The Lacey Police Department is asking the public for information that would aid their investigation into the double homicide of two teenage boys early Friday morning.
The teens have since …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com
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11/17/25
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The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) has awarded funding to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office for a full-time, dedicated DUI enforcement deputy.
Thurston County is matching …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is stocking nearly 65,000 jumbo rainbow trout in 25 lakes statewide ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, offering anglers a chance to get …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/14/25
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Two days after the three-year anniversary of 13-month-old Jace Alexander McDonald’s death, a Thurston County jury found Eric Boudreau guilty of brutally assaulting and murdering the …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com
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11/13/25
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Three suspects — including a wanted car thief wearing a wig and a hat to hide his identity — were arrested while allegedly prowling a property north of Littlerock on Monday, Nov. 10.
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/12/25
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With the Thursday, Nov. 4, Thurston County general election in the rearview mirror, incumbent Joe DePinto highlighted some of his administration’s goals over the next four years as he’s …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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11/11/25
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As SNAP benefits continue to be suspended nationwide due to the government shutdown, many local residents are looking to local resources like Yelm Community Services. The Yelm Community Services food …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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11/11/25
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Acta non verba.
For some, it translates to “deeds not words,” but for fallen Yelm High School graduate Sean Collins, it was a way of life.
Now, when motorists traverse …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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11/11/25
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Just two days after initial results from the Nov. 4 Thurston County general election showed an uphill battle at passing the Yelm Community Schools levy attempt, Chris Woods, YCS superintendent, and …
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Jacob Dimond / jake@yelmonline.com
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11/11/25
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In a rare occurrence, Thurston County Superior Court held three separate murder trials last week — including the retrial of a 2020 case following a successful appeal. Thurston County …
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Emily Fitzgerald / For Nisqually Valley News
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11/11/25
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Two men who set fire to a man at an Olympia homeless encampment last year have been convicted on murder charges.
Following a three-week trial that ended on Friday, a Thurston County …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com
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11/10/25
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office deputies, with help from K9 Igo, apprehended a domestic violence suspect who tried to flee in the Rochester area early Friday morning.
Deputies reportedly …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/10/25
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As the community observes the national Veterans Day holiday on Tuesday, Nov. 11, Thurston County, home to one of Washington state's largest veteran populations, is emphasizing its commitment to the …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/10/25
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The Washington state Department of Health (DOH) has taken action against — or terminated the probation of — five area health care providers, including three from Thurston County and two …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/10/25
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Retired Washington state Department of Veterans Affairs Director Alfie Alvarado-Ramos, of Thurston County, has been named the recipient of the state’s 2025 Superior Service Award.
The …
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By The Chronicle staff
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11/10/25
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The Thurston County Board of Commissioners has authorized the $1.4 million purchase of nearly 145 acres in the Tenino area to protect the Yelm pocket gopher.
The land acquisition is part …
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By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@chronline.com
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11/7/25
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