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West Olympia-based yoga studio True Self Yoga has acquired a new property to house its new instructor training facility.
True Self Yoga, located in Westmoor Court along Black Lake …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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1/2/24
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Joint Animal Services (JAS) ushered in the new year with a big thanks to the Thurston County community for its continued support of the regional open-admissions shelter.
JAS Executive Director …
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The PARC Foundation of Thurston County , supported by local businesses and nonprofits, will host its first funk festival, Funk OFF!, at the Capitol Theater and Olympia Ballroom in downtown Olympia …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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12/28/23
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In 2023, the Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) and Transportation Policy Board (TBP) laid groundwork for projects they hope to implement in the future.
TRPC updated the region's …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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12/27/23
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The Holiday Season is usually a time of joy and cheer – but not for Olympia’s homeless.
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Fruitcake evokes strong emotions! I grew up in the South where fruitcake played a part in every holiday celebration. So, whether you love fruitcake or not (and it is a love or hate thing), it is a …
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By Shannon Beigert
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12/25/23
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In response to elevated levels of the biotoxin responsible for diarrhetic shellfish poisoning (DSP), recreational shellfish harvesting has been temporarily halted in various passages in Washington …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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12/22/23
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Enjoy the remaining Christmas events as 2023 ends and 2024 enters.
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12/21/23
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In late summer, our neighbor offered us beautiful Italian plums from his small grove of five trees. This year provided a huge crop. I made plum cakes, plum jam, dried plums and froze two large bags …
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At a meeting Tuesday, December 12, Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) proclaimed December 27 as Marshal’s Day, named after the courthouse facility’s black labrador.
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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12/15/23
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Continue living the Christmas spirit by supporting local business initiatives.
A Faerie Yuletide, Weekend, December 15-17 Experience the enchantment of the Winter Faeries as The …
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12/14/23
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Tumwater’s Public Works Committee advised city council on Thursday, December 7, that construction of Kindred Park was complete.
The park is located on Aster Street in The Preserve, a …
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Every December my wonderful neighbors and friends share lovely baked goods with our family as a gesture of friendship in keeping with the holiday spirit. I bake holiday treats for friends and …
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By Shannon Beigert
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12/11/23
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Lacey Parks Department observed that around 20% of dogs visiting five local parks were off leash , pointing to dog owners’ violation of established park rules .
In a Wednesday …
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During the season of giving, help local entrepreneurs support their craft.
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If you missed tonight’s Olympia Light Parade in the city’s southeast area, you’ll still have a last chance to see it on Tuesday, December 10.
City vehicles from the …
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Tumwater Parks and Recreation offers a range of programs that promise to keep kids and adults entertained and engaged this winter .
Ascend Gymnastics Winter Camp
For the young …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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12/6/23
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The funding search begins for implementing the Regional Trails Plan as the Thurston Regional Planning Council adopts the updated plan to expand the trail network throughout the county over the next …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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12/4/23
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In the Pacific Northwest, we are blessed with an abundance of fresh mushrooms, both wild and cultivated. As we move into December, there are many holiday gatherings with friends and family. I …
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By Shannon Beigert
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12/4/23
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Christmas has started here in Thurston County. Check out some events featuring Santa and his generous crew of charity helpers.
Plum Street Resource Fair, Friday, December 1, 1 …
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12/1/23
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