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Thurston County unemployment rate inches up in November
A decrease in the number of employed people, coupled with a similar decline in the labor force ... more
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A bus pulls into the Intercity Transit bus stop in Olympia in this undated photo.
Intercity closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
Intercity Transit announced that it will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. On its website , the company said that its local bus, Express, Dial-A-Lift, and Village Vans will not … more
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The "Matilda Effect" series by Lynnette Charters.  
Olympia Arts Commission approves local artists for the 2025 Arts Walk 
At its Dec. 12 meeting, the Olympia Arts Commission approved the recommended local artists who will create posters for the 2025 Olympia Arts Walk events.    Following the selection … more
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The Tumwater Timberland Library will close from Jan. 11-26 with a limited reopening on Jan. 27. The library is expected to fully reopen in June 2025.
Tumwater Timberland Library to undergo remodel
The City of Tumwater and Tumwater Timberland Library (TRL) jointly announced in a news release that the library will close for a remodel from Jan. 11-26. Limited services are expected to resume ...  more
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Thurston County residential sales climb in November
The Thurston County housing market was a mixed bag last month, as residential sales perked up while fewer condominiums exchanged hands in the period. The residential market recorded 241 sold … more
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Unemployment rate was steady in October
A confluence of lower total employment and fewer people in the civilian labor force helped keep the jobless rate steady in Thurston County in October. more
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The Port of Olympia Commissioners discussed who to elect for a new master planning subcommittee on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024.
Port Commissioners Harding, Vasavada elected to master planning subcommittee for the Port Peninsula 
Port of Olympia Commissioners Amy Evans Harding and Jasmine Vasavada were elected to a newly created subcommittee that will oversee master planning efforts for the Port Peninsula.   … more
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Costco Warehouse eyes new location in Tumwater
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. more
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A felted artwork the size of a postcard.
14th annual Fine Art Postcard Exhibition returns to Leonor R. Fuller Gallery 
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 … more
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Olympia's senior planner David Ginther provided an overview of the planned action ordinance on the Capital Mall Triangle subarea project. The ordinance would introduce a height bonus of up to 130 feet for affordable housing projects that dedicate at least 30 percent of units to people earning 80 percent or less of the area's median income.
Olympia Planning Commission reviews planned ordinance to reshape Capital Mall Triangle area 
The Olympia Planning Commission weighed in on a planned action ordinance that would pave the way for redevelopment of the Capital Mall Triangle area, which includes allowing taller buildings and more flexible parking requirements. more
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The port’s 2025 capital investment plan includes the construction of a temporary warehouse at the marine terminal and the expansion of the boatyards.
Port of Olympia adopts 2025 budget
The Port of Olympia Commission adopted its 2025 operating and capital budget on Monday, November 25. more
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Landowner Stephen Connor voices concerns over zoning impacts on farmland and emphasizing landowner rights and fair compensation
Thurston County advances agricultural zoning revisions amid ongoing debate
Thurston County is moving forward with proposed changes to its agricultural zoning policies in response to public demand for stronger farmland protections and a legal appeal filed by the nonprofit … more
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A preliminary site plan for a proposed fuel station project at 1803 Black Lake Boulevard SW.
Olympia committee reviews fuel station project along Black Lake Boulevard
On Wednesday, November 20, Olympia's Site Plan Review Committee held a presubmission conference for a proposed fuel station project at 1803 Black Lake Boulevard SW.    The project site … more
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The Olympia Hotel on Evergreen Park Drive is closed permanently as Sage Investment Group converts the property into studio apartments expected to be for lease in the Spring of 2025.
Hotel-to-apartments conversion underway in west Olympia
The rental housing landscape is changing in west Olympia. The Olympia Hotel, formerly Red Lion Suites, is transitioning from a hotel into an apartment complex. The Olympia project, tentatively … more
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At a Monday, November 18, 2024 meeting, Community Planning and Economic Development Director Ashley Arai (left) and Interim Community Planning Manager Andy Deffobis (right) presented the Heritage Grant Program 2025 project ranking to the Board of County Commissioners. These programs will assist in the collection, preservation, and interpretation of Thurston County’s historic assets.
Thurston County Heritage Grant applications ranked by historic commission
Thurston County Historic Commission ranking and recommendations for the 2025 Heritage Grant Program applicants were revealed at a Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) work session on Monday, November … more
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Inside Heritage Distilling Company's Gig Harbor tasting room.
Heritage Distilling goes public
Local spirits maker Heritage Distilling  has officially gone public, marking a new chapter in its growth and expansion. Headquartered in Gig Harbor, with a distillery and tasting room in … more
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Some 350 business, government and nonprofit leaders attended the Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo, shown above, on December 7, 2023.
From tariffs to tech: Regional forecast expo to highlights business strategies for the near future
Dr. Bill Conerly will present economic trends at this year's Regional Economic Forecast and Innovation Expo on Thursday, December 5. He told The JOLT he’ll offer insights into the national … more
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Lacey has officially proclaimed November 30, as Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday and Veterans Appreciation Month proclaimed in Lacey 
Lacey officially proclaimed November 30 as Small Business Saturday and the whole month of November as Veterans Appreciation Month during the council meeting on Tuesday, November 20.   The … more
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Olympia Economic Development Director Mike Reid proposes temporarily setting the PBIA assessment rate to $0 in 2025.
Olympia to review downtown improvement area program next year
The Olympia City Council approved a resolution on Tuesday to suspend the city's Parking and Business Improvement Area (PBIA) assessment rate and comprehensively evaluate the program's structure. … more
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With 5-1 vote, the Olympia City Council voted to approve LTAC funding recommendation, which includes $25,000 in funding for Lakefair Festival.
Olympia City Council approves funding for Lakefair with contingency 
The Olympia City Council, on Tuesday, voted 5-1 to approve Option A, a funding recommendation from the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC), which includes $25,000 in funding for the annual Lakefair … more
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