Friday, October 2, 2026
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Olympia's Community Livability and Public Safety Committee was briefed on the Community Oversight of Law Enforcement project, which would create a model that improves transparency and accountability.
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A proposal to develop 10.72 acres of land near Sapp Road and Crosby Boulevard in Tumwater drew concerns from residents who live near the area.
Residents wrote to …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado, Jerome Tuaño
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5/31/23
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Thurston Community Media (TCM) is welcoming students to apply for their Young Producers Network Digital Media Apprentice Cohort (YPN-DMAC) this summer.
In a press release, TCM announced that …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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5/31/23
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Well, folks, the pre-election year is upon us once again. Not for the first or last time will we be bombarded with political ads, name-calling, out and out lies, and general juvenile behavior by …
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Lacey is inviting community members to join its youth council to provide input and advocate for the city’s youth.
According to the city’s website and social media , Lacey is …
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5/30/23
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I-5’s on and off ramps at Exit 102 to Trosper Road SW will be closed on Thursday, June 1 from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. the following day for lane markings. The city crews are preparing to construct a large portion of the new roundabout at 6th Avenue SW.
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5/30/23
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Joint Base Lewis-McChord is holding nighttime artillery training tonight until tomorrow night, May 31, according to the City of Lacey's social media post .
On the base’s website, community …
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Olympia residents called for an end to the Multi-family Tax Exemption (MFTE), describing the program as "bad public policy."
Council for Neighborhood Associations (CNA) president Larry Dzieza …
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National Trails Day will be celebrated on the first Saturday of June as a day of service for hometown trails and for those who love trails and nature.
The holiday is a nationwide movement by the …
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By Sage Hamilton
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5/29/23
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Olympia is inviting community members to attend two open house meetings to learn and give feedback on the city’s Olympia Strong plans for developing economic opportunity.
There will be an …
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Olympia Land Use and Environment Committee member and Mayor Pro Tem Clark Gilman expressed concerns over the Multi-Family Tax Exemption (MFTE), pointing out that the burden for this program is being …
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The Tumwater Planning Commission held a work session last Tuesday, May 23, to discuss questions about the draft amendments for Tumwater Municipal Code (TMC) 16.08 on the protection of trees and …
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The fascination of Himalayan blue poppies
Anyone who has seen a Himalayan blue poppy remembers when they saw one for the first time: the sudden, stunned breath of wonder at the sight of this …
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Next week is the beginning of an end. May is passing the fun to June. Let us take a peek at these wonderful local events.
Black Box Jazz: David Joyner and Jared Hall Quartet, Friday, May 26, 10 …
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5/26/23
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Local television show Karaoke Oly was recently recognized by a local community media award-giving organization.
Winning the Best Entertainment and Arts Series award in the Independent Producer …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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5/25/23
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In September of 2022, 4 new library card designs were released in honor of “Library Card Sign-up Month”. This September, TRL plans to release 3 brand-new designs using the artwork of …
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5/25/23
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Local jurisdictions are required to archive public records in compliance with the Public Records Act (PRA), but with social media blurring the line between what is personal and what is for work, it …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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5/25/23
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Olympia is painting Transgender Flag colors on two crosswalks at 5 th Avenue and Washington Street in preparation for Pride Month in June.
The project is part of the city’s support for the …
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Editor's note: George is taking a week off. This was originally published June 9 , 2022 under the headline, " Three lesser-known bird species that are among the most interesting. "
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By George Walter
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5/25/23
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The Port of Olympia Commission authorized Executive Director Sam Gibboney to authorize the sale of a parking lot on 608 Washington Street to LOTT Clean Water Alliance for $1,130,000 on Monday, May …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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5/24/23
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