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The JOLT’s readers have enjoyed “Jill Severn’s Gardening Column” most Fridays since April 2, 2021. In all, she produced more than 230 pieces for Thurston County readers. more
The JOLT has been publishing local news for Thurston County for six years as of today.  Thank you to the 1,206 people, who sent us (tax-deductible) donations ... more
Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall. If you would like to schedule a public … more
...if you are paying attention, since the 1960s, while our society has made much progress leveling the field a little for everyone, recently, government officials at the national level are taking much of it back. more
Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall. For additional insights into their journey … more
Taking the train is not the fastest route anywhere, but it is the most leisurely form of travel, with spacious seating, easy access to restrooms and a snack bar, a dining car, and the … more
Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall. For additional insights into their journey … more
Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the ... more
Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States ... more
Thurston County currently has the highest vacancy rate in a decade in the rental apartment sector.  I see “for rent” and “for lease” signs throughout the county.  … more
Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall. For additional insights into their … more
Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall.  For additional insights into their … more
After an easy three-hour drive to Memphis, we were surprised that it was super quiet there, almost dead, as there was little to no traffic and very ... more
Originally, we had planned to drive from Tuscaloosa to Memphis where we would see the Lorraine Motel and MLK museum and finally get back on a ... more
Our journey from Atlanta to Tuscaloosa, Alabama, took just five hours, all in ... more
Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall.  For additional insights into their … more
While most Confederate monuments are currently being removed or taken down, this one might be a bit of a challenge. It's carved into the side of a mountain and pretty huge.  more
Our first trip on the train was from Williamsburg, Virginia, to Washington, D.C.  It was interesting since this seems to be a regular mode of transportation up and down the East Coast.  more
After an emotional visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., we drove to ... more
The National Museum of African American History & Culture is an absolute masterpiece — thoughtfully curated to highlight both the triumphs and struggles of Black Americans throughout history. more
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