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JAS Commission approves 60 percent cut in Nisqually Indian Tribe agreement

A cost-cutting request from the Nisqually Indian Tribe has resulted in changes to its animal control agreement with Joint Animal Services ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/21/26

The Lacey City Council considers a resolution supporting the Timberland Regional Library levy during a work session on Oct. 13, 2026.

Timberland Regional Library levy lid lift gets backing in Lacey

The Lacey City Council endorsed a proposed levy lid lift measure from Timberland Regional Library that would generate millions of dollars in ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/19/26

The Joint Animal Services Commission discussed a proposed ASPCA mutual aid agreement during a meeting on Monday, Oct. 12, 2026.

Joint Animal Services Commission approves ASPCA emergency aid agreement

Joint Animal Services (JAS) will have a new avenue for requesting national assistance during major disasters and large-scale animal cruelty ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/16/26 | 1 comment

Lacey City Hall is located at 420 College St. in Lacey.

Consultant sought for food truck plaza feasibility study in Lacey

The City of Lacey is seeking a consultant to study the next phase of its food truck plaza. The search follows several years of a pilot program to foster ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/15/26 | 4 comments

The City of Lacey earned a nomination for a federal economic development program that could open new investment opportunities in its Midtown District.

City of Lacey nominated for federal Opportunity Zones investment program

The City of Lacey earned a nomination for a federal economic development program that could open new investment opportunities in ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/14/26

The Lacey City Council approved 2027 lodging tax awards that prioritize overnight tourism during its meeting on Oct. 6, 2026.

Lacey City Council approves 2027 lodging tax funding allocations

The Lacey City Council approved nearly $1 million in lodging tax awards for ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/13/26 | 1 comment

Lacey Mayor Andy Ryder, left, presente the Walk to School Month proclamation with Intercity Transit representative Kerri Wilson during the Lacey City Council meeting on Oct. 6, 2026.

Lacey City Council promotes safer school commutes

The Lacey City Council proclaimed October as Walk to School Month, as a means to promote safer travel to schools and encourage healthy ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/12/26

Lacey Fire District 3 Chief Jennifer Schmidt spoke during a fire district ceremony.

Lacey City Council backs $98.3 million Fire District 3 bond measure

The Lacey City Council approved a resolution that endorses a multimillion-dollar bond measure from Lacey Fire District 3 in the Nov. 3 General ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/9/26 | 4 comments

Woodland Creek at Woodland Creek Community Park, which is located at 6729 Pacific Ave. SE in Lacey.

Lacey City Council approves partnership for Woodland Creek riparian restoration

State conservation workers will be hired to speed up a restoration effort at a park in Lacey following struggles to control invasive ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/8/26 | 2 comments

The Lacey City Council proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month at a meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 6.

Lacey City Council urges support for domestic violence survivors

The Lacey City Council proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month during a meeting on ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/7/26

The City of Lacey is evaluating the Grays and Judd Hill parcels as possible sites for facilities associated with Grays Production Well.

Consultant sought for Grays Production Well treatment planning in Lacey

The City of Lacey is seeking a qualified consulting firm to guide the next phase of the Grays Production Well ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/6/26

Lacey Fire District 3 Headquarters Station 31 is located at 1231 Franz St. SE in Lacey.

Lacey City Council to weigh in on resolution supporting Prop. 1

A resolution expressing support of a ballot measure that would authorize up to $98.3 million in general obligation bonds ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/5/26

City of Lacey prepares for 60th anniversary with history series

The City of Lacey is approaching six decades since ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/5/26

The entrance to the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission offices in Lacey.

PSE new rate hike proposal draws public ire at hearing in Lacey

The room was packed with a line out the door during the public comment hearing for a Puget Sound Energy rate proposal ... more

By Aspen Ford | Washington State Standard | 10/1/26 | 15 comments

What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

Browse a huge selection of used books, attend a festival or participate in a pinochle tournament this weekend in Thurston ... more

P. Jade Asumbrado | 10/1/26

Lacey utility boxes to feature more historical stories

More local history could soon appear in public spaces around the City of Lacey, as it continues the utility box art program this ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/30/26 | 2 comments

Thurston County Realtors Association representatives presented their Voluntary+ Home Energy Score proposal to the Lacey City Council on Sept. 22, 2026.

Lacey Home Energy Score proposal causes a divide

The City of Lacey is facing competing arguments over Home Energy ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/29/26 | 10 comments

The Lacey City Council Chambers inside of Lacey City Hall at 420 College St. SE.

Lacey City Council to screen 29 applicants for vacant seat

Twenty-nine people applied to fill the Lacey City Council seat vacated by Nicolas Martinez-Dunning, but not all of them are guaranteed an interview ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/25/26

Lacey City Council members discussed community partnerships with Joint Base Lewis-McChord Garrison Commander Col. Joseph Handke during a work session on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026.

Lacey, JBLM explore new partnerships for military community

The City of Lacey and Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) are looking for new ways to serve military personnel and families living in the ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/24/26

City of Lacey seeks members for historical, civil service commissions

The City of Lacey is looking to add new members to a couple of advisory ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/23/26