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Olympia resident Jim Lazar comments against Initiative 2124, saying making the long-term care program opt-in would leave millions of Washingtonians without any long-term care coverage. 
Olympia City Council opposes Initiative 2124, says it threatens long-term care program 
The Olympia City Council on Tuesday, October 15, passed a resolution opposing Washington state's Initiative 2124, which would make the state's long-term care insurance program voluntary.   … more
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At a Tuesday, October 15, 2024 meeting, Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners proclaimed October 14 to 18 as Flood Awareness Week in the county.
Flood Awareness Week in Thurston County this week
Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) proclaimed October 14 through October 18, 2024, as Flood Awareness Week in the county.   Kyle Bustad, Thurston County Emergency … more
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Be aware of algae bloom and other warnings in your local waters.
Toxic algae bloom prompts health warning at Offutt Lake 
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is urging caution at Offutt Lake due to a toxic algae bloom detected on October 16, 2024. Lab results revealed Microcystin toxin levels at 30 … more
Photo of a Raven I took in Yellowstone 
The Common Raven, here and in Yellowstone
On a trip to Yellowstone National Park earlier this month, I was hoping to see some birds unique to that area – the Rocky Mountains. But, perhaps because of the late season, birds were few in … more
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What’s happening this weekend— Toast for Tails fundraiser, Boo-coda Spook-tacular’s Casket Races and other fun activities
Welcome the Halloween spirt by supporting charity and family-friendly events.  Olympia High School Theatre Arts presents “Noises Off”, October 18-19, 24-26 Get ready to laugh … more
Press Forward is a nonpartisan project funded by more than 30 foundations to support local news across the United States.
The JOLT to receive one of the first Press Forward grants
Press Forward, the nationwide movement to strengthen communities by reinvigorating local news, announced today that it has selected The JOLT News Organization to receive a challenge grant to support … more
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Olympia community member Yonah Mikowski comments against Initiative 2109 during a public hearing at the city council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024. 
Olympia City Council rejects State Initiative 2109
To protect critical funding for schools, early learning, and child care, the Olympia City Council has passed a resolution opposing Initiative 2109 , a state ballot measure that would repeal … more
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Olympia seeks input on names for parks; public hearing is set for this Thursday
Before making recommendations to the Olympia City Councill, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will conduct public hearings on Thursday, Oct. 17, regarding the proposed official naming of … more
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Sangh Jugal Thakor of Hindu Swayamsavak thanked the Olympia City Council for signing the first proclamation of Hindu Heritage Month at its Tuesday meeting on Oct. 8, 2024. 
Olympia proclaims October 2024 Hindu Heritage Month  
On Tuesday, Oct. 8, the Olympia City Council proclaimed October 2024 as Hindu Heritage Month, recognizing the contributions of the Hindu-American community to the city's diversity and culture.   … more
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Lucendy Perez (left) and Marin Collins (right) combine on a block. Both players were crucial for Evergreen’s win at Walla Walla.
Evergreen Geoducks tame Walla Walla Wolves in five-set thriller to avenge earlier loss 
The Evergreen State College volleyball team organized a block party performance to survive a five-set win over Walla Walla University, 3-2 (25-22, 19-25, 25-20, 22-25, 15-11) away from home last … more
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Great Washington Shakeout drill for earthquake preparedness
Drop, cover and hold this Thursday for statewide earthquake drill 
Drop, cover, and hold this Thursday, Oct. 17, as part of the statewide earthquake drill.   The Great Washington ShakeOut will happen at exactly 10:17 a.m. and will allow participants to … more
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Ray Larkin, We are Still Here, Photography
Leonor R. Fuller Gallery to host 16th Annual Native American Art Exhibition with guest curator 
Anticipate the 16 th  Annual Native American Art Exhibition from November 4 to December 13 at the Leonor R. Fuller Gallery. The opening reception will be held on Friday, November 8, from 6 to 7:30 … more
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Jessica Springs book, One Liners
Creative books by the Puget Sound Book Artists
In general, when we think of books we see a flat rectangle in our mind, sometimes bound in a pretty cover, or a soft bound.  As children, we interacted with books differently.  We might … more
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Jennie Beth Banks tells the story of her own near-death experience that inspired her to create the On the Edge series.
Death comes to Olympia
"On the Edge – Perspectives on Death, Dying, Loss & Living" is a month-long series of programs, events and workshops led by various people from the local death-care community. more
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A few lone buffalo (officially American Bison) hang around and pose for semi-closeups. Here, a buffalo bull poses for a semi-closeup.
A gardener and a birder go on vacation
There’s a risk in leaving tomatoes ripening on the vine in early October when frost might ruin them, but for a trip through Yellowstone National Park, the risk seemed worth taking. And after … more
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The Senior Services for South Sound invites everyone to celebrate its annual fall gala with the theme “An Evening in Tuscany.” The gala will be held on October 26 from 5 p.m. onwards at the Olympia Senior Center.
‘An Evening in Tuscany’ gala to be held October 26, benefits go to seniors 
Join the Senior Services for South Sound’s annual fall gala on October 26 from 5 p.m. onwards at the Olympia Senior Center.    The gala, which benefits the senior center's needs, … more
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Overvalued? Thurston County homeowners property tax appeals due Oct. 28
According to the Thurston County Board of Equalization, local homeowners have until Oct. 28 to appeal their property tax assessments. This county webpage provides explains the procedure and … more
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What’s happening next week– Olympia Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Harvest Craft Festival and other festivities
There is so much to celebrate in our locality—from nature to   culture.   Harvest Craft Festival & Food Drive, Weekend, October 11-12   The first-ever Harvest Craft Fair … more
On Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, the Olympia council chambers were packed with local workers and business owners who were voicing their opinions on the minimum wage and the Worker’s Bill of Rights.
Olympia workers plead for higher wages, business owners warn closures  
The Olympia community is divided over a potential policy change on minimum wage and the Worker's Bill of Rights. Workers advocate for wage increases and improved conditions, while business owners … more
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A fire burning ban sign in front of dry grass and trees.
County-wide fire safety burn ban lifted
The Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA) announced on Wednesday, Oct. 2, that the seasonal county-wide fire safety burn ban was lifted at the end of September.   The Thurston County Fire … more
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