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SeaPort Airlines announced a new air service between Spokane and the state capital. Flights start Jan. 8, 2027.
Air taxi to Washington Legislature: Spokane-Olympia direct flights to launch in 2027
Traveling from Eastern Washington to Olympia for the state’s legislative session just got ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County — Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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The proposed Costco development on Tumwater Boulevard west of Interstate 5 includes a new warehouse, fueling station, car wash and several commercial out-lots, as well as land for a future multi-family residential project. 
Development agreement approved for Costco warehouse in Tumwater
The Tumwater City Council authorized Mayor Leatta Dahlhoff to sign a development agreement with Costco Wholesale Corporation for a ... more
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Gibson’s Custom Meats “Pay It Forward” program will be held on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Local butcher shop to hold one-for-one match anniversary event 
A butcher shop in Lacey will celebrate its first year of operations by matching every single purchase of a meat pack to help combat holiday ... more
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A map of the Tumwater Brewery District, which covers the area surrounding the former Olympia Brewery properties, as well as the area surrounded by Custer Way, Cleveland Avenue and Capitol Boulevard. 
Firm hired to complete environmental impact statement for Tumwater Brewery District
The Tumwater City Council approved a $290,000 contract with BERK Consulting to complete a planned action environmental impact ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County — Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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The steam plume from the TransAlta coal power plant outside Centralia, Wash. could formerly be seen from 30 miles away on cold, clear days. But it’s been absent since mid-December when the plant shut down for conversion to natural gas.
Idled coal power plant generates a natural gas fight near Centralia
The owner of the only remaining coal power plant in the Pacific Northwest is doggedly proceeding with a plan to extend its life by converting to ... more
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Active listings jump, median price for a home unchanged in Thurston County
Single-family home and condominium listings remained firmly above the 1,000 mark in the final weeks of summer, as sellers continued to look to ... more
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An alternate location is shown here for a proposed dumpster enclosure to help maintain garbage truck access at 1217 Cooper Point Road SW in Olympia.
Proposed Cooper Point Road pharmacy drive-thru poses challenges
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee reviewed a proposal for a pharmacy drive-thru on Cooper Point Road that comes with some ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County — Oct. 21, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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Washington Center for the Performing Arts Executive Director Jill Barnes updated the Olympia Finance Committee on facility improvements, including new carpeting and stair nosing intended to address concerns about the stairs. She made her remarks at a meeting on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026.
Washington Center reports on finances, outlines priorities for coming year 
The Washington Center for the Performing Arts reported a clean audit, and outlined plans for facility improvements and community programming ... more
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Shaded areas on a state map show seven Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater neighborhoods that qualify for federal Opportunity Zones, four of which have been nominated.
Four Thurston County areas under consideration for federal economic program
From the Capital Mall area in Olympia to central Tumwater and Midtown Lacey, four Thurston County areas have been nominated for designations as ... more
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Lacey City Hall is located at 420 College St. in Lacey. 
Consultant sought for food truck plaza feasibility study in Lacey
The City of Lacey is seeking a consultant to study the next phase of its food truck plaza. The search follows several years of a pilot program to foster ... more
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The City of Lacey earned a nomination for a federal economic development program that could open new investment opportunities in its Midtown District. 
City of Lacey nominated for federal Opportunity Zones investment program 
The City of Lacey earned a nomination for a federal economic development program that could open new investment opportunities in ... more
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The Lacey City Council approved 2027 lodging tax awards that prioritize overnight tourism during its meeting on Oct. 6, 2026.
Lacey City Council approves 2027 lodging tax funding allocations 
The Lacey City Council approved nearly $1 million in lodging tax awards for ... more
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A 2027 utility rate proposal summary for the City of Olympia.
Across-the-board utility rate hikes proposed in Olympia for 2027
A package of proposed utility rate hikes would lead to a roughly 5.5 percent overall rise to the average bi-monthly utility bill in the ... more
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The City of Lacey is evaluating the Grays and Judd Hill parcels as possible sites for facilities associated with Grays Production Well. 
Consultant sought for Grays Production Well treatment planning in Lacey
The City of Lacey is seeking a qualified consulting firm to guide the next phase of the Grays Production Well ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County — Oct. 5, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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The Cascade Pole site is located at the northern end of the Port of Olympia peninsula. The area is listed under the state’s Model Toxic Control Act due to contamination from past industrial wood treating operations. 
Port of Olympia Commission authorizes contract amendments for Cascade Pole site cleanup, new headquarters  
Contract amendments with firms involved with the cleanup of the Cascade Pole site, design of a new headquarters and auditing work passed muster ... more
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The state of Washington's minimum wage will rise to $17.73 an hour in January 2027.
Washington's minimum wage rising to nearly $18 an hour in 2027
Washington’s minimum wage workers will get a 3.5 percent pay bump in ... more
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