Sunday, October 4, 2026
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The Tumwater City Council voted to pass a resolution on Tuesday, Dec. 3, providing a policy statement that affirms the council’s “commitment to equality, dignity, and protection of civil …
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Starting on Jan. 13, Washington State’s 105-day biennial legislative session will begin, with lawmakers poised to address fiscal and policy issues in light of leadership changes and a stronger …
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The Olympia School District (OSD)’s Teaching & Learning, Technology, and Student Support staff updated the school board on the 2024-25 Professional Development (PD) Plan mid-year …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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12/10/24
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The Tumwater Fire Department nominated Scott Piper as firefighter of the year.
The proclamation was made on Tuesday, Dec. 3, during the Tumwater City Council meeting where Piper was given …
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If you are looking for something a little different this holiday season, let me recommend The Big Shorts Festival.
On Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, the Olympia Film Collective will present The …
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 12/9/24 at 6:30 p.m. in the 18100 block of Upland Drive SE, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Madison Joy Harper, 29, on suspicion of fourth-degree …
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12/10/24
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A desire to expand its footprint in the city of Tumwater has Costco Wholesale on a path to develop a new location in the southwest part of town.
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The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) approved the award of $19.7 million in federal transportation funding to a slate of projects across the region. The funding will support critical road, …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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12/9/24
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The Tumwater City Council voted to adopt the city’s 2025-26 budget on Tuesday, Dec. 3.
The adopted budget contains a $5.7 million deficit in the general government fund to be …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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12/9/24
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On Dec. 3, the Lacey City Council unanimously passed a proclamation declaring the city's commitment to fostering a safe, welcoming and inclusive community for all.
The …
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Leonor R. Fuller Gallery at the South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is hosting the 14th annual Fine Art Postcard Exhibition from Jan. 6 to Feb. 7, 2025, with the theme “Forgotten …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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12/9/24
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In a couple of weeks, I am going to do a 2024 books of the year column. I’d love your input. For this, it’s not necessary to be a local book, but it could be. What book …
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As we move into winter, squash varieties become more prevalent in our markets. One of my favorites is butternut squash. It has a mild, comforting flavor. Paired with Brussels sprouts, it becomes a …
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By Shannon Beigert
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12/9/24
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 12/8/24 at 2:01 p.m. in the 7500 block of Martin Way E, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Holly Ann Acosta, 38, on suspicions of 1) third-degree …
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12/9/24
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 12/7/24 at 1:59 a.m. in the area of Keanland Park Lane SE/Haron Lane SE, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Joshua James Frost, 44, on suspicion of …
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12/8/24
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 12/6/24 at 9:12 p.m. in the 7500 block of 191 st Avenue SW, Sheriff’s deputies arrested April Mae Kirwin, 42, on suspicion of fourth-degree …
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12/7/24
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To address potential jail overcrowding, the Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) has approved a one-year extension of its contract with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office to …
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By Kameko Marquez
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12/6/24
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The Washington State Board of Natural Resources (BNR) approved another batch of timber harvest from Capitol State Forest for the second time in two months.
This time, the board authorized in a 4-1 …
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To balance immediate infrastructure needs with long-term financial health, Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC), alongside other officials, met Wednesday, Dec. 4, to address the 2024-25 …
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Council member Clark Gilman criticized the removal of zero-waste language in the draft utilities chapter of the city's 2045 Comprehensive Plan update at the Olympia City Council study session on …
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