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My family and I moved here about five and a half years ago from California. We fell in love with the place that became our home at first sight. In addition to two homes on three acres, the former …
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Two suspects fled after a traffic stop and were arrested after a collaboration between the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) K9 Unit and a Washington State Patrol (WSP) airplane on the …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/13/24
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As a YCS parent I am urging our community to vote YES for kids in the upcoming levy. Our students are finally recovering from the years of pandemic sacrifices: they’re regaining
skills, …
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Reader opinion submitted by Tami Kirkham
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3/12/24
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For transparency and validation of the integrity of the electoral process, the Thurston County Auditor’s Elections Division has announced plans to conduct a random audit of the March 12 …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/11/24
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has taken a significant step in recognizing and celebrating the contributions of women throughout history by officially proclaiming March as Women's …
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By JC Medina
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3/11/24
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Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) arrested a group suspected of stealing from a retail store following a chase across several jurisdictions.
On the early night of March 4, Thurston County …
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The county’s solar farm project in the closed landfill at the Thurston County Waste and Recovery Center (WARC) is moving forward.
The Board of County Commissioners approved an agreement on …
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The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) authorized the Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) Environmental Health Division to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Offutt …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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3/8/24
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Thurston County’s Social Services Housing and Homeless Prevention Coordinator Keylee Marineau said relocations from homeless camps to the Maple Court Enhanced Shelter in Lacey are ongoing.
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K9 Igo helped the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) deputies arrest a felony suspect.
On the night of February 29, TCSO was engaged in a pursuit of a fleeing suspect following a …
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Five dogs were discovered in dire conditions at a residence in Yelm, prompting Joint Animal Services (JAS) and Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) to rescue the dogs and take action against …
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Superintendents from Thurston County schools met with the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) at a meeting last February 28 to share district updates.
“We don't have any particular …
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The Thurston County Board of Commissioners (BOCC) is considering adjustments to licensing fees for animals residing in the unincorporated areas of the county.
As discussed during the check-in …
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Most people across the nation already assume they will be choosing between Joe Biden and Donald Trump for president in November. Trump has won all the Republican primary contests so far, and the Democrats aren’t likely to throw tradition out the window and pick someone else to lead their party this year.
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3/5/24
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Thurston County is searching nationwide for firefighters and paramedics who will serve in Olympia, Lacey, and Tumwater.
In a press release , Thurston County Medic One announced that successful …
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By Edwin Oscar Ulgasan Gutierrez, Jr.
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3/4/24
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The Port of Olympia Commission authorized the sale of two Cleanwater Center buildings to real estate firm Launch Negotiations, LLC, on Monday, February 26.
Real Estate Senior Manager Clarita …
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The PARC Foundation of Thurston County announced its 2024 Community Grant Program, which is aimed at supporting local non-profit organizations and government agencies.
PARC stands for parks, …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/1/24
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A routine traffic stop turned into a car chase on Interstate 5 Northbound near exit 105 on the night of February 28 after a Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) deputy attempted to halt a driver …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/1/24
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The Port of Olympia Commissioned authorized a contract extension with the law firm supporting the port with union negotiations on Monday, February 26.
The contract is with CSD Attorneys-at-Law, …
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The Thurston County Board of Commissioners invites public participation in the review process for proposed comprehensive plan amendments and development regulation changes for the 2024-25 dockets.
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