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Olympia's Utility Advisory Committee heard a briefing in its May 2 meeting on “The State of LOTT Clean Water Alliance.” LOTT Executive Director Matt Kennelly, P.E. gave the presentation.
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By Jeffrey Westbrook
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5/14/24
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Puget Sound Energy (PSE) invites its customers to join them in the open house events that run until June 21.
Thurston County residents can go in person to the open house for the West Thurston …
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Last week, Thurston County Commissioners paid tribute to the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to serve the community.
During a public meeting on May 7, the Thurston Board of County …
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By JC Medina
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5/13/24
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Thurston County's Eld Inlet and Henderson Inlet are among fifteen shellfish harvest areas in the state facing potential harvest restrictions due to heightened levels of fecal bacteria in the water.
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Wildfires are expected to worsen and appear more frequently as the dry and warm conditions are anticipated this spring and summer.
The Department of Ecology declared a drought emergency for most …
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Puget Sound Energy (PSE) representatives discussed the company's Wildfire Program and a new initiative, Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS), with the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) at a meeting …
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Calling all artists!
The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners invites residents and employees to showcase their creativity by participating in the Thurston County Art Contest.
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/9/24
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In response to a statewide license plate shortage, the Thurston County Auditor’s Office, alongside eight licensing subagents, will be issuing temporary permits to passenger vehicle licensing …
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Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) set a public hearing for animal control related fees on June 4 to amend Thurston County Municipal Code (TMC) Section 9.10 (Animal Control).
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Glenn Harper is a very busy man.
He works as a certified home care aide and end-of-life doula. He started hosting Death Cafes on Zoom during the pandemic about three years ago and now …
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) and Olympia City Council separately issued proclamations recognizing the contributions of public servants working to serve the community.
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By Lorilyn Lirio and JC Medina
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5/8/24
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The Thurston County Auditor’s Election Division is inviting community members to serve as “For” and “Against” committee members for the upcoming August 6 Primary …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/7/24
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“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place,” from William Whyte’s 1952 book “Is Anyone Listening?”
Margaret Schwarze, …
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OLYMPIA — The opportunity to become a candidate for office during Washington’s 2024 elections opened Monday . During candidate filing week, candidacies can be declared until 5 p.m. …
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Submitted by the Washington state Office of the Secretary of State
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5/6/24
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On the night of May 1, the Thurston County Narcotics Task Force (TNT) arrested a local dealer of fentanyl, according to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) post .
The operation, …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/6/24
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The Housing Authority of Thurston County (HATC)’s 2023 Annual Community Report showed that the organization had admitted 296 new households to its voucher rental assistance program and lifted …
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Intercity Transit (IT) won two top awards at the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) 2024 International Bus Roadeo competition, which was held last weekend in Portland, Oregon.
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/2/24
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Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) has taken a sex offender into custody following reports of sexual assault after luring them to a secluded place before being assaulted and is asking other …
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Thurston’s County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved the Sheriff’s two single-source purchases for six Grappler and five StarChase units to aid in vehicle pursuits.
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In a show of recognition and celebration, the Thurston Board of County Commissioners officially declared May Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.
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By JC Medina
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5/1/24
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