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Renderings of the proposed West Bay Yards development at 1210 West Bay Drive in Olympia.
West Bay waterfront project approved with conditions 
A proposed mixed-use development on the West Bay waterfront in Olympia cleared a regulatory hurdle when a hearing examiner approved ... more
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A graphic details the proposed expansion of the Hands On Children's Museum in Olympia.
Public comment opens on expansion of Hands On Children’s Museum
The City of Olympia is inviting the public to submit comments on the proposed expansion of Hands On Children’s ... more
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Three suspects were arrested in connection with a shoplifting complaint at Home Depot in Lacey on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Shoplifting suspects tied to alleged theft ring along I-5 corridor
A shoplifting complaint at Home Depot in Lacey led to the discovery of an alleged retail theft ring that's resulted in approximately $400,000 in ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – July 28, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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A slide  shows the Port of Olympia Marine Terminal’s financial performance in the first half of 2026.
Port of Olympia revenue up in first half of 2026
The Port of Olympia reported a reduction in vessel activity from timber company Weyerhaeuser, but a rise in revenue in the first half ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – July 20, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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Port of Olympia Airport Senior Manager Chris Paolini showed  a visualization of a charging station for electric aircraft to the Port Commission at a meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026. 
Commission approves grant application for electric aircraft charging station at Olympia Regional Airport 
The Port of Olympia is going after funds needed to install a charging station for electric aircraft at Olympia Regional ... more
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A slide  shows a conceptual rendering of a new commission meeting hall at the former Dancing Goats building near the Olympia marine terminal entrance. Port of Olympia Public Works Program Manager James Sommer presented the slide at a Port of Olympia Commission meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026.
Port of Olympia Commission approves $5.25M contract to remodel former Dancing Goats building
The Port of Olympia Commission approved a $5.25 million contract to remodel the former Dancing Goats Coffee building near the marine ... more
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Crowds gathered for a summer event in Lacey. 
Lacey seeks tourism project applications for 2027 lodging tax funding 
Organizations planning tourism-related projects next year, including festivals, facilities and marketing campaigns, can now apply for a share of the ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – July 13, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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Maps show the location and route of the Madrona Connection to the 337 water main project, which will run from Spruce Street SE to the Madrona well field near Milbanke Drive SE in Lacey. 
Madrona Connection project to strengthen water supply on growing east side of Lacey
As the City of Lacey prepares for continued growth on its east side, the Lacey City Council approved a $2.4 million contract for the Madrona ... more
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Lacey City Council members and residents attended a meeting on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. 
Lacey City Council approves telecommunications franchise for Lightcurve network 
Residents and businesses in Lacey will have another option for high-speed internet service in the years ... more
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Representatives of Thomas Architecture Studios present a rendering of the proposed Via Susina mixed-use development at the Casa Mia restaurant site in downtown Olympia. The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a pre-submission conference on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
Casa Mia site eyed for mixed-use development in Olympia
A proposed mixed-use development at the Casa Mia restaurant site could bring up to 56 apartments and commercial ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – July 6, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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An aerial view of the Regional Athletic Complex. 
City of Lacey launches sponsorship program with High Level Promotions 
The City of Lacey has launched a new sponsorship program aimed at connecting local businesses with a variety of community ... more
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Ezee Fiber is seeking a master use permit to build its own underground fiber optic network. The Olympia City Council held a public hearing about the application on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
Public hearing held for Ezee Fiber’s proposed fiber optic network in Olympia
The Olympia City Council held a public hearing on a request from Ezee Fiber to build an underground fiber optic network in the ... more
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Island Joy Mart owner Joyleen Haser shows off some clothing from her store at 2747 Pacific Ave. SE Suite A6 in Olympia.
Island Joy Mart brings taste, cultural connections from the Pacific Islands 
A new Olympia grocery store is helping bridge the distance from home by offering familiar island staples, clothing and traditions from across the ... more
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Median home price slides, active listings soar in Thurston County
The regional housing market was a mixed bag last month, as residential and condominium prices went in different directions amid a big ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – June 29, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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Ashley Whitley is the new Director of the Center for Business & Innovation at the Thurston Economic Development Council. 
Thurston EDC names new Director of Center for Business & Innovation 
The Thurston Economic Development Council has a new face leading its business ... more
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