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Image of the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, the Nisqually River Whitewater Reach Shoreline Protection (Rodriguez) is one of the Conservation Futures Programs.
Have land that would benefit wildlife or other public use?
Thurston County is now accepting applications for the Conservation Futures program, which allows landowners to sell their property or future development rights to a qualified conservation … more
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Approximately 45 of the 60 protestors observed the public testimony portion of the Port of Olympia Commission meeting on January 9, 2022; of these, 17 spoke to the commission.
Protesters, Port staff differ about expectations for Airport Master Plan Update
Some 60 area residents protested last night for 30 minutes outside of the Port of Olympia’s meeting room, prior to the commissioners’ regular meeting, seeking to persuade the … more
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The flood waters carried this giant post all the way up the steps past the sandy beach in Boston Harbor, in northern Olympia.
County requests residents report property damage caused by last month’s flooding
Thurston County Emergency Management (TCEM) is asking community members to report if their property was damaged or destroyed by recent weather. “If your home or property was damaged due to … more
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Environmental consultant Meredith Greer discussed with Tumwater’s public work committee a grant agreement to develop a bioretention facility in the golf course parking lot.
Grant for development of a stormwater treatment facility for golf course endorsed by Tumwater committee
Tumwater’s Public Works Committee endorsed a grant agreement with the Department of Ecology to the city council for the design and construction of a bioretention facility in the parking lot of … more
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Warren Hendrickson, new chair of Washington's Commercial Aviation Coordinating Commission, spoke to the Lacey South Sound Chamber of Commerce's Forum on January 4, 2023.
More barriers to building a major new airport in central Thurston County proposed by Tahoma Audubon Society
Groups opposed to locating a major commercial and passenger airport in Thurston or Pierce Counties are proposing an amendment to state law that would exclude the two counties as options. The … more
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A woman gardener holding a sheaf of carrots in a garden
Olympia mulls developing agri-park; seeks consultants for feasibility study
To address the loss of farmland in the city and the gap in the food system, Olympia is seeking experienced design consultants to prepare an agri-park feasibility study to determine the viability of … more
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Clouds over a windmill farm outside Oakley, Kansas.
The 'energy gap' nobody wants to tussle with
Many Western states have declared they will achieve all-renewable electrical goals in just two decades. Call me naïve, but haven’t energy experts predicted that wind, sun and other … more
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A view of the Port of Olympia's working docks.
Port of Olympia’s top stories for 2022
Investigation clears Commissioner Harding from conflict of interest Port commissioners authorized a probe into Commissioner Amy Evans Harding’s alleged conflict of interest as a broker for … more
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The county and Tumwater is offering to get rid of your trees for free.
Tumwater, county to recycle Christmas trees
Thurston County and Tumwater are offering to recycle their residents’ Christmas trees for free. The city’s website announced that Tumwater’s Transportation Operation crews would … more
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Depending on how deep the snow gets, some roads will be much harder to drive on. Photo from a 2019 snowstorm in Olympia.
Olympia, Tumwater, Lacey plan for winter driving and snowplowing
Residents and motorists of Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater are advised to be aware of their cities’ snow plow routes, winter plans and measures. On their respective websites, the three cities … more
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The two trees in Tumwater are recognized by American Forests as the two largest American chestnut trees.
Tumwater Tree Board endorses two American chestnut trees for heritage tree status
Tumwater Tree Board endorses two American chestnut trees for heritage tree status By Jerome Tuaño Tumwater’s Tree Board endorsed to the city council the nomination of two chestnut … more
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Potential site plan for a manufacturing site to be used by Swire, a bottle for Coca-Cola.
Port moves forward with bottler lease despite public pushback
The Port of Olympia commission unanimously approved a 75-year lease contract with Swire, a Coca-Cola bottler, despite appeals from the public to postpone the vote during a meeting held on Monday, … more
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Tumwater gets ready to claim Lacey’s portion of the Olympia Brewery Wellfield
The Tumwater City Council authorized Mayor Debbie Sullivan on December 6 to sign a memorandum of agreement with Lacey and Olympia, paving the way for Tumwater’s takeover of Lacey’s … more
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Lacey might lift campfire ban soon
Lacey residents might soon enjoy recreational burning as the Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA) proposed lifting the campfire ban during the council work session on Thursday, December … more
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During the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee meeting on November 30, 2022, the property owner presented the project overview to build three fourplexes at 500 Deschutes Parkway SW.
Olympia landowner seeking to build fourplexes on Deschutes Parkway property
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a presubmission hearing on a project at 500 Deschutes Parkway SW with three housing fourplexes. According to the property owner and applicant for the … more
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Tumwater councilmember Charlie Schnieder at the future site of the city's Preserve Park, one of the city's Parks & Recreation Commission's projects. May 18, 2022.
Tumwater seeks parks commissioners
Tumwater is looking for applicants for its Parks & Recreation Commission. Although the city’s press release did not state how many seats they want to be filled, its website reveals that … more
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Port makes last-minute budget cut to 2023 capital investment plan before adoption
The Port of Olympia Commission made a last-minute budget cut before adopting its 2023 operating budget and capital investment plan during a meeting held on Monday, November 28. The budget cut made … more
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This image shows Los Angeles International Airport superimposed over the "Central Thurston" site being considered by the state legislature for creation of a new large commercial airport. The circles are shown at radiuses of two, four and six miles from the center.
Proposed Thurston County airport seen to harm wildlife, displace residents and businesses
The proposed new Thurston County airport would harm wildlife and displace thousands of residents and businesses, two experts warned. Cindy Schexnider, a retired Department of Fish and Wildlife … more
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Tumwater's sustainability coordinator Alyssa Jones Wood presented to the public works committee an ordinance outlining the city’s compost procurement policy.
Tumwater's looking at steps for a future composting program
Tumwater’s public works committee recommended to the city council an ordinance outlining a compost procurement policy as required by HB 1799 during a meeting held  November 17. … more
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The Olympia Metropolitan Park District (OMPD) Board had a special meeting on Tuesday, November 15.
Proposed Regional Fire Authority’s property tax shift and fee would not occur until 2024
“If the RFA passes up the ballot in April of 2023, the shift of property tax and any resulting general fund expense reduction will not occur until 2024.” Jay Burney, Olympia city … more
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