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Olympia Associate Planner Jackson Ewing explains that the Taylor Short Plan subdivision project falls within the jurisdiction of shoreline regulations as the site is located near Green Cove Creek. The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a presubmission hearing on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.
Olympia committee reviews proposed two triplexes along Cooper Point Road
On Wednesday, September 13, the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a presubmission conference on a proposal to construct two triplexes on the 1.60-acre Taylor Short Plat subdivision along Cooper … more
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This is the entrance to Theater Artists Olympia's performance space inside Capital Mall, modified in April 2023.
Cultural Access and Lodging Tax funding policies updated to broaden accessibility in Olympia
Amelia Layton, head staff of the Olympia Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC), presented the updated LTAC policy to make the program accessible and equitable and provide an easier process for … more
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The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, led by Amelia Layton (far left), introduced the new application, Submittable, to its members as a method for reviewing Lodging Tax Applications.
Olympia's lodging tax committee looking to implement long-term program to attract more visitors from outside Olympia
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) met to discuss plans and updates regarding Lodging Tax applications and fund allocation for the upcoming years. Discussions centered on determining the … more
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Thurston’s Budget and Fiscal Manager, Nicole Martinez, briefed the Board of County Commissioners on the projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act.
Thurston deliberates new spending guidelines for American Rescue Plan
The Thurston Board of County Commissioners and county staff deliberated on the new guidelines released by the US Department of Treasury in spending the American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds. Under … more
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Proposed uses for the seven lots include restaurants, a hotel, retail, and office space.
Tumwater approves site plan dividing Littlerock Road property into 7 commercial lots
The properties are immediately southwest of the Wal-Mart store on Littlerock Road and west of the Home Depot store. more
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Ted Hohney and Vince Arevalo, owners of Brick3Boxing in downtown Olympia, provide not only a place to work out and learn boxing, they also help homeless people who stop by.
Old-school boxing and helping the homeless
For Vince Arevalo and Ted Hohney, the words “those kids have got talent” mean more than either one could have imagined. “My wife and I have two sons,” began Arevalo as he … more
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Meadowscape Apartment Homes is the 4th property developed by Harbor Custom Development in the South Puget Sound region.
Thurston County’s newest luxury apartments launch next week with two events
New apartments with modern touches typically only available in custom homes are coming to the Lacey area starting next week. Harbor Custom Development Inc. (Nasdaq: HCDI) is now leasing … more
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Architect Matthew Hagen shows the partially developed project called People Infra Offices, which is the subject of the Olympia Site Plan Committee review on Wednesday, August. 23, 2022.
Olympia committee reviews partially developed office spaces on 12th Avenue SE
On Wednesday, the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee revisited the partially developed project at 1220 12th Avenue SE to review the proposed construction of office spaces. At the Wednesday … more
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Procurement Coordinator Tammy Ferris (upper right) briefed IT’s board of directors on new pedestrian improvements at Olympia Transit Center.
Olympia Transit Center improvements will add accessibility and reduce trip hazards
Pedestrian improvements are planned for the Olympia Transit Center at the northwest corner of the property, which will add accessibility and reduce trip hazards, among other goals.   … more
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Jessica St Louis is a former school teacher and first-time business owner
Flipped Pot: Passion in ceramics
A “full access” ceramics studio opened on August 20 in downtown Olympia. Flipped Pot Ceramics Studio is the passion of Jessica St. Louis, a former teacher and now first-time business … more
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Olympia City Planning Director Leonard Bauer (file photo)
Olympia planning director explains the city’s Comprehensive Plan
Olympia Community Planning & Development Director Leonard Bauer explained how the 20-year Comprehensive Plan aims to prepare the city’s development for the future. In a post on the … more
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A transgender woman, Klaire Heartfilia came to Olympia to find a more accepting environment of who she is and to find work.
Klaire Heartfilia’s tribulations and desire to work
JM Simpson -  jm@theJOLTnews.com   - is a veteran photojournalist who lives in Lacey.  more
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Owner Mariane Rony is shown creating a smash burger.
Halal at the mall: Smash'n Burger opens
A new locally owned business and passion for cooking has come to Capital Mall in Olympia - Smash'n Burger performed a ceremonial ribbon cutting on August 3, and officially started grilling for the … more
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A preview of the proposed mural for the Olympia Senior Center.
Olympia accepts 'Arc of Aging' mural for senior center
At Tuesday's meeting, the Olympia City Counvil approved an ordinance accepting Senior Services for South Sound's art donation - the “Arc of Aging” mural, which is “designed to honor … more
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Brian Windrope, Executive Director of Senior Services, said the 50th anniversary also celebrates the partnership with Olympia that nurtured the organization.
Senior Services for South Sound celebrates 50th anniversary
The Olympia City Council, on Tuesday, signed a proclamation designating 2023 as the 50th anniversary of Senior Services for South Sound. The proclamation honors seniors as leaders, parents, … more
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Tumwater Planner Erika Smith-Erickson briefs the city’s General Government Committee about the preliminary docket of annual code amendments.
Tumwater looking to update and clarify four minor development regulations
Tumwater is set to update four minor development regulations to clarify certain requirements for manufactured home parks, utilities, buildings along the town center, and industrial buildings over 65 … more
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At the Wednesday meeting, August 2, 2023, the PBIA board members approved the recommendation to create the Olympia Downtown Improvement District (DID).
PBIA approves recommendation of creation of Downtown Improvement District
Parking and Business Improvement Area (PBIA) members approved the recommendation to move forward and support the creation of the Olympia Downtown Improvement District (DID) to the city council … more
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Teachers and other staff at Cadence Academy on Martin Way in Lacey struck on Friday, August 4, 2023.
Early-learning employees strike over low, stagnant wages
Teachers and childcare workers went on strike this morning at a Lacey branch of Cadence Academy Preschool, a national early childhood education services provider based near Phoenix, Arizona. … more
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IT Public Records Officer Amanda Collins (upper right) briefs IT’s board of directors on the updated public records request policy.
Intercity Transit updates public record request policy
Intercity Transit’s (IT) board of directors adopted a resolution updating the agency’s public record request policy on Wednesday, August 2. Last updated in 2007, the update seeks to … more
Olympia Police Chief Rich Allen in a file photo.
Olympia police chief says social media platform contributed to auto theft increase
Olympia Police Chief Rich Allen has identified a possible factor contributing to the spike in auto theft cases in the city – TikTok videos.   In the first quarter of 2023, Allen … more
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