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The Greg J. Cuoio Community Park entrance sign is seen at 2711 Carpenter Road NE in Lacey.

Greg J. Cuoio Community Park in Lacey to open later this year

The City of Lacey is preparing to open Greg J. Cuoio Community Park later this ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/31/25 | 2 comments

Woman arrested for alleged thefts at Target store in Lacey

A 44-year-old woman was arrested for an alleged series of thefts over several months at a retail store on Sleater Kinney Road SE in ... more

By Darlanne Cruz | 10/30/25 | 1 comment

What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County

There are a number of events going on in Thurston County this weekend, including an Embroidery Workshop in Lacey and a ... more

10/30/25

Lacey Police Department Chief Robert Almada and officers accepted a $2,500 donation from ULINE for the Compassionate Community Fund.

ULINE helps Lacey Police Department respond to crisis calls

A $2,500 donation from ULINE to the Lacey Police Department is going toward an emergency resource that provides immediate assistance to people ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/27/25 | 3 comments

The new bridge at Woodland Creek Community Park restores a vital crossing between the Karen Fraser Woodland Trail and the park’s interior recreational areas.

New pedestrian bridge unveiled at Woodland Creek Community Park in Lacey

The City of Lacey reopened the pedestrian crossing over Woodland Creek, in turn restoring full access to Woodland Creek ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/27/25 | 1 comment

Upgrades eyed for Rainier Vista Community Park in Lacey

The City of Lacey is seeking a consultant for design and engineering services to modernize facilities and improve safety at Rainier Vista ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/23/25 | 4 comments

Arrest of wanted man leads to 3 stolen vehicles in Lacey

A man wanted on a felony warrant led authorities to three stolen vehicles after he was arrested on Oct. 10, the Thurston County Sheriff's Office ... more

By Darlanne Cruz | 10/21/25 | 1 comment

Thurston County’s 2024 visitor data, shared by Experience Olympia & Beyond during the Lacey City Council work session on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, showed the economic effect of overnight travelers.

Tourism generated $572.5M for Thurston County in 2024

Tourism spending in Thurston County generated $572.5 million in 2024, as 3.39 million visitors traveled more than 50 miles to get to the region ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/21/25 | 3 comments

The 2025–26 Lacey Youth Council met with Lacey City Council members, led by Mayor Andy Ryder, during  a recent orientation at Lacey City Hall.

Lacey Youth Council seated for 2025-26 term

The Lacey Youth Council ushered in the 2025–26 term with a new slate of student leaders and representatives, the City of Lacey announced on ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/20/25

The City of Lacey’s 2025 Matching Rebate Program, announced on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, pairs Puget Sound Energy’s $4,000 Fuel Switching Heat Pump rebate with a $4,000 match from the city for income-qualified homeowners replacing natural gas heating systems with electric heat pump units.

Puget Sound Energy partners with Lacey for rebate program

Puget Sound Energy has entered into a partnership with the City of Lacey’s 2025 Matching Rebate Program to expand incentives for homeowners ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/20/25

Convicted felon arrested after assaulting deputy at car crash scene in Lacey

A convicted felon was taken into custody following an altercation with law enforcement at the scene of a vehicle collision in ... more

By Darlanne Cruz | 10/17/25 | 3 comments

Pope John Paul II High School named best private high school in Thurston County

Pope John Paul II High School in Lacey was named the best private high school in Thurston County for the second consecutive year by the school-matching ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 10/17/25 | 2 comments

Lucas Garrison was arrested for an alleged theft from two vehicles outside a home in Lacey.

Alleged vehicle prowl and theft leads to arrest in Lacey

A 46-year-old man was arrested in connection with a vehicle prowl and theft in a residential area in the ... more

By Darlanne Cruz | 10/15/25 | 3 comments

The Lacey Police Department issued a warning about a text and email scam.

Lacey Police Department warns residents about text and email scam

The Lacey Police Department issued a warning about a scam that tries to trick people into giving up personal information or ... more

By Darlanne Cruz | 10/13/25 | 1 comment

City of Lacey officials meet with the 1-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team from Joint Base Lewis-McChord at the Lacey Veterans Services Hub during a partnership visit under the JBLM Community Connections Program on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025.

Lacey and JBLM forge stronger alliance to help support military families

The City of Lacey hosted the 1-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team (1-2 SBCT) from Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) on Monday, Oct. 6, at the Lacey Veterans ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/10/25

A cake bearing the message “Thank You For Your Service” was served during the American Legion Post 94 Law and Order Awards Banquet in September.

American Legion Post 94 honors Thurston County professionals for service excellence

Six individuals from Thurston County’s public safety and service sectors were honored by the American Legion R.V. Van Schoick Lacey Post 94 for ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/10/25

Paul Hoa Tran, 29, was arrested for organized retail theft and second-degree theft at Home Depot in Lacey.

Man arrested for alleged theft at Home Depot store

A 29-year-old man was arrested in connection with an alleged theft at Home Depot ... more

By Darlanne Cruz | 10/9/25 | 3 comments

City Clerk Elissa Fontaine briefed the Lacey City Council before the vote adopting Ordinance 1684 and Resolution 1174 at a meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025.

Lacey City Council adopts Monday rule for meetings that fall on election day and holidays

The Lacey City Council adopted a new timetable that moves any regular meeting of the group that lands on an election day or a holiday to ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 10/8/25 | 1 comment

Man arrested for allegedly taking electric cart from Fred Meyer in Lacey

A 44-year-old man was arrested for allegedly taking an electric shopping cart from a Fred Meyer store in ... more

By Darlanne Cruz | 10/8/25 | 1 comment

Chuck Kennedy, owner of Olympic Crest Coffee Roasters, keeps a close eye on the roasting of beans for gourmet coffee on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025.

Something wonderful happens with coffee

For Chuck Kennedy coffee is not just a drink — it is something wonderful that happens; it is part of the Pacific Northwest coffee ... more

By JM Simpson | 10/8/25 | 1 comment