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More than 30 campers, trailers and other RVs were parked on Ensign Road near Providence St. Peter Hospital during a recent visit.

County proposes relocation for RVs parked near Providence St. Peter Hospital

County proposes relocation for RVs parked near Providence St. Peter Hospital Thurston County staff introduced a proposal to relocate the recreational vehicles (RVs) that are parked along Ensign … more

By Kristine Javier | 9/24/21

So much to learn about bees

Is the proliferation of backyard honeybee hives resulting in declines in native wild bees? Do honeybees compete with natives for nectar and pollen? Do they spread diseases? Alert reader Nancy … more

By Jill Severn | 9/24/21

What's happening coming up?

From The JOLT's Calendar, here are a few events in Thurston County and online to keep you entertained in the coming week! Tumwater's Annual Clean-Up, Drop-Off Event: Sat., Sept. 25, 9:00 a.m. - … more

by Prachi Gohil | 9/24/21

Police Blotter for Thu., Sept. 23, 2021

Lacey Police Department On 9/23/2021 at 4:30 a.m. in the 8200 block of Quinault Dr NE, police arrested Dejahwan Shairic Gwynn, 27, on suspicion of trespassing in the second degree. On … more

9/24/21

Olympia HS graduates Jenny Jang, Ann Murphy and Michale Tsien pose for family photos following their commencement ceremony.

Congratulations to Olympia High School's Class of 2021

The Olympia High School Class of 2021 received their diplomas on Fri., June 18 during its commencement ceremony at Saint Martin's University. Proud family members and friends filled the bleachers in … more

Never too late to congratulate! | 9/23/21

Thurston County Auditor Mary Hall addressed the Tumwater City Council on Tue., Sept. 21, 2021.

County auditor: “Our elections are totally above reproach.”

Thurston County Auditor Mary Hall addressed local questions about nationwide concerns about voter fraud and election integrity, as she assured voters that “our elections are totally above … more

By Kristine Javier | 9/23/21

Police Blotter for Wed., Sept. 22, 2021

Lacey Police Department On 9/22/2021 at 9:57 a.m. in the 700 block of Sleater Kinney Rd SE, police arrested Cheryl Colleen Thompson, 55, on suspicion of assault. On 9/22/2021 at 2:04 p.m. in … more

9/23/21

This is the undercarriage of the Ford Excursion truck from which a device appearing to be a catalytic converter was removed from between the pipes shown.

Suspected catalytic converter theft ring busted in Rochester

Neighbors fingered a suspected catalytic converter theft ring in Rochester on Mon., Sept. 20. Three people are accused of crimes that started when one allegedly cut a hole the fence of the used … more

By Danny Stusser | 9/23/21 | 1 comment

This is what a tree allegedly does to the passenger door of a 2003 BMW 530 sedan when a car hits it at sufficient speed.

Hit-and-run suspect first told cops his female friend did it, police say

A 21-year-old Olympia man allegedly ran his car off of the road, down an embankment and into a group of trees after leaving a local tavern last Sat., Sept. 18, at about 1 a.m. Then he walked home, … more

By Danny Stusser | 9/23/21

Welding is one of the skills that can be learned at Lacey MakerSpace.

$1 million federal grant awarded to Lacey MakerSpace

Lacey MakerSpace received $1 million from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) to help retrain workers and business owners who were impacted by the … more

By Kristine Javier | 9/22/21

There's help for seniors who want (or need) to stay home

Life is full of ironies. While many of us complain about staying at home, others may be desperately seeking help to do exactly that. Rebekah Graham is the Program Coordinator for Catholic … more

By Kathleen Anderson | 9/22/21

Dennis Rolly serves customers at lunch on Sept. 22, 2021 at Pellegrino's Italian Kitchen in Tumwater where he's been working for 18 years. If the unmasked part of his face looks familiar it's might be because you've seen his acting performances in Olympia theaters.

“Olympia-Tumwater” ranks No. 17 among best cities for restaurant workers across the US

Despite the economic impacts caused by the coronavirus pandemic, a study showed that “Olympia-Tumwater, WA” ranked as the 17th best place for restaurant workers across the U.S. … more

By Kristine Javier | 9/22/21

This is the rock allegedly thrown through a front window at the Lucky 7 Food Store by Adan Rincon on Sept. 20, 2021. The can was added by police to provide perspective.

Adan Rincon accused of throwing rock through C-store window Monday

A man who has been accused of thousands of dollars of property damage in recent months, allegedly broke a large window at a local convenience store, on Mon., Sept.20. Adan Rincon, 38, a transient, … more

By Danny Stusser | 9/22/21

Police Blotter for Tue., Sept. 21, 2021

Lacey Police Department On 9/21/2021 at 4:47 a.m. in the 4000 block of Pacific Ave SE, police arrested Ezra Jacob West, 32, on suspicion of failure to transfer title within 45 Days. On … more

9/22/21

The Washington Federation of State Employees began bargaining with the state on the terms of the vaccine mandate on Aug. 16.

Largest public union reaches pact on vaccine mandate

Washington state's largest union of public workers has reached an agreement with the state on Gov. Jay Inslee's vaccine mandate.The deal ensures access to and education about the shot on work … more

By Eric Tegethoff | Washington News Service and The JOLT Staff | 9/21/21

Gabriella Marie Davidson on Sept. 18, 2021 after she allegedly crashed her car in Olympia.

Airbags deployed: Driver cited for DUI after blowing .203

An allegedly intoxicated driver obliterated her car at the intersection of Harrison Ave NW and Kaiser Rd just past midnight Saturday, Sept. 18. Gabriella Marie Davidson, 26, of Shelton was being … more

By Danny Stusser | 9/21/21

Chinook Salmon (Oncorhynchus, tshawytscha) swim up Issaquah creek from sea to return home to the Issaquah Hatchery.

Outfitters, guides close doors as salmon, steelhead numbers drop

Closed fisheries from imperiled fish runs in the Columbia River Basin are prompting calls for action before it's too late.Steelhead trout numbers in the Columbia and its tributaries could be the … more

By Eric Tegethoff | Washington News Service | 9/21/21

Olympia announced the opening of three new dog parks including Evergreen Park, Mclane Park, and Ward Lake Parcel on Sept. 21, 2021.

Olympia opens three new off-leash dog parks

Olympia’s furry friends will have plenty of room to play as the city opened three new dog parks this week. The City of Olympia announced the opening of three new dog parks today, at the … more

By Kristine Javier | 9/21/21

Police Blotter for Mon., Sept. 20, 2021

Lacey Police Department On 9/20/2021 at 4:49 a.m. in the 2700 block of Hogum Bay Rd NE, police arrested Stephanie Michelle Bennett, 39, on suspicion of driving without a license. On 9/20/2021 … more

9/21/21

Peaceful protests took place in Olympia on Saturday

The Olympia Police Department confirmed that the weekend remained relatively peaceful amid community concern of another possible violent attack. As anticipated, a group of protesters gathered in … more

By Kristine Javier | 9/20/21