Saturday, October 3, 2026
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Our journey from Atlanta to Tuscaloosa, Alabama, took just five hours, all in ...
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In a recent column I mentioned seeing 200+ children out at the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge with their families. Later I received essentially the same question from two readers: …
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 2/12/25 at 9:54 a.m. in the Thurston County Correctional Facility, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Joshua Allen Dodson, 44, on suspicions of attempt …
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2/13/25
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Thurston County health officials warned of a rising tide of respiratory illnesses, potential measles exposure, and the growing impact of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) during the …
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The Olympia City Council passed a proclamation recognizing the city's commitment to joining the Black Home Initiative ...
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Olympia's Parking and Business Improvement Area (PBIA) Advisory Board has begun planning a comprehensive evaluation of the organization to reassess ...
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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2/12/25
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The Joint Animal Services Commission (JASCOM) has elected Lacey Deputy Mayor Malcolm Miller as its new chair during the commission's meeting ...
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By JC Medina
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2/12/25
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The public is invited to observe a team of researchers as they diagnose sediment conditions on the West Bay of Budd Inlet in a Public Observation Day event ...
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By Jerome Tuaño
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2/12/25
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A student at Olympia High School recently participated in the Washington State House of Representatives Page Program, gaining firsthand experience ...
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By Darlanne Cruz
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2/12/25
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Last week was filled with several days of rain alternating with snow and icy roads. And as much as I enjoy sitting in my recliner and watching the snow come down, after a bit I get restless.
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Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall. For additional insights into their …
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 2/11/25 at 6:29 a.m. in the 2400 block of 93 rd Avenue SW, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Aaron Donald Garl, 39, on suspicions of 1) no contact order …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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2/12/25
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The Thurston County Planning Commission is reviewing the Thurston 2045 code update, a proposal to adjust zoning regulations, housing policies, energy infrastructure, and military compatibility …
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Olympia is organizing an in-person information session to discuss the State and Pacific Avenue Pedestrian and ...
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By Darlanne Cruz
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2/11/25
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A cold weather advisory is in effect for Thurston County because of below freezing overnight lows this week.
The advisory, which is in effect until 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13, was issued by the …
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By Wyatt Haupt Jr.
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2/11/25
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The Thurston County Fair is getting a revamp for 2025 with fewer days, bigger themes, and a new mascot.
Organizers announced Monday, Feb. 10, that the fair will run from July 31 to August …
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By Kameko Marquez
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2/11/25
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While most Confederate monuments are currently being removed or taken down, this one might be a bit of a challenge. It's carved into the side of a mountain and pretty huge.
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Monthslong waits to see a doctor of any specialty, even as an established patient, have become the norm. Being fortunate enough to have a primary care doctor at all is too commonly the …
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 2/10/25 at 2:50 p.m. in the 5900 block of Black Lake Belmore Road SW, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Justin Ryan Cook, 46, on suspicion of no contact …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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2/11/25
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Thurston County officials presented a strategic approach to managing the Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST), which funds law enforcement, public defense and ...
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