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What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

There are a number of events taking place this weekend in Thurston County, including a craft market fundraiser and a pruning for novices ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/16/26

Police Blotter for Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Lacey Police Department On 4/15/26 at 1:00 p.m. in the 8200 block of Quinault Drive NE, police arrested Cody James Owre, 31, on suspicion of 1) delivery of controlled substance synthetic, and 2) … more

By Vanessa Casabuena | 4/16/26

City of Olympia Associate Planner Brittany Gillia presented a slide outlining proposed neighborhood projects recommended for matching grant funding. The city council approved the 2026 Neighborhood Matching Grant allocation at a meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

Olympia funds 11 neighborhood projects through grant program

The Olympia City Council approved the 2026 Neighborhood Matching Grant allocations, along with a series of updates aimed at improving ... more

By Lorilyn Lirio | 4/15/26 | 4 comments

The Lacey City Council discussed the Commission on Equity's recommendations for the city's pilot Community and Cultural Events Grant program at a work session on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

Lacey City Council reviews pilot grant program for cultural and community events

The Lacey City Council deliberated on funding recommendations for the city's initial Community and Cultural Events Grant ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 4/15/26 | 1 comment

Shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) confirmed the next round of digs will take place in Grays Harbor and Pacific counties from April 17-23.

WDFW approves seven days of coastal razor clam digs

A number of razor clam digging opportunities await people willing to venture out to the coast and load up on ... more

By Wyatt Haupt Jr. | 4/15/26

Review: Terry Shaw and his band play 'The Music of Billy Joel’

Earlier this month, I was going to write what I call a “preshow article“ about this show. Then, Terry Shaw called me and told me the show sold ... more

By Rachel Benton | 4/15/26 | 1 comment

The Tumwater School District is celebrating "Month of the Military Child" on April 18, 2026.

Tumwater School District to celebrate military children on April 18

A celebration of military children is going to take place this weekend in ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/15/26 | 3 comments

Police Blotter for Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Thurston County Sheriff’s Office On 4/14/26 at 12:35 p.m. in the area of Winco Foods, sheriff’s deputies arrested Signe Linnea James, 29, on suspicion of 1) second-degree burglary, and 2) … more

By Vanessa Casabuena | 4/15/26

Community listening sessions about budget issues to be held at Olympia schools

The Olympia School District Board of Directors is holding community listening sessions this week to gather input on the budget ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/14/26 | 1 comment

Olympia opens 'Mayor for the Day' competition for local students

The City of Olympia has announced the return of its “Mayor for the Day” program, inviting local elementary students to share their ideas ... more

By Lorilyn Lirio | 4/14/26

SBA disaster loans available for Thurston County flood victims

Thurston County residents, businesses and nonprofit organizations impacted by the 2025 winter storms have until April 27 to apply ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 4/14/26

The SS Gateway playground is located at William A. Bush Park, 4400 Chardonnay Drive SE in Lacey.

Lacey debuts SS Gateway playground at William A. Bush Park

Lacey's newest community playground — the SS Gateway — has set sail at William A. Bush ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 4/14/26

Traffic impacts on Legion Way in downtown Olympia

A short stretch of Legion Way will be a little bit more difficult to navigate this week because of a stormwater ... more

By The JOLT Staff | 4/14/26 | 1 comment

James 'Wade' Moore

James "Wade" Moore, born on Jan. 31, 1957, in California, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026, in Olympia, Washington, at the age ... more

4/14/26

Mark your calendars!

How is it already the middle of April? Time is flying by, and there are so many incredible performances, events and festivals being ... more

By Rachel Benton | 4/14/26

Police Blotter for Monday, April 13, 2026

Thurston County Sheriff’s Office On 4/13/26 at 9:00 a.m. in the Thurston County Correctional Facility, sheriff’s deputies arrested Destin Joseph Johnson, 28, on suspicion of violation of … more

By Vanessa Casabuena | 4/14/26

Vehicles motored down State Street in downtown Olympia on Monday, April 13, 2026.

Olympia City Council to weigh future of PBIA program

The Olympia City Council is scheduled to consider the future of the city’s Parking and Business Improvement Area (PBIA), including whether ... more

By Lorilyn Lirio | 4/13/26 | 2 comments

Thurston County named Green Municipality of the Year by Chamber of Commerce

The Thurston County Chamber of Commerce awarded Thurston County government its Green Municipality of the Year award, the county's ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 4/13/26 | 2 comments

Wet weather ahead in Thurston County

A weather system is likely going to make for a wet midweek in Thurston County before moving out of the region and giving way ... more

By Wyatt Haupt Jr. | 4/13/26 | 1 comment

City of Lacey Mayor Andy Ryder posed with Thurston County PARC Foundation CEO Heather Antanaitis, left, and City of Yelm building official Chris Vaccaro, right, following the adoption of Earth Day and Arbor Month proclamations at the Lacey City Council meeting on April 7, 2026.

Lacey City Council proclaims Earth Day, Arbor Month

Ushering in two environmental observances, the Lacey City Council proclaimed Earth Day and Arbor Month at a ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 4/13/26