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Public facilities district seeks applicants for two vacancies on board

Applicants are being sought for a pair of vacant, district-wide seats on the Captial Area Regional Public Facilities District Board (CAR-PFD). The applicants are being sought for full terms by … more

By Wyatt Haupt Jr. | 4/14/25

City of Lacey Finance Director Troy Woo presented Lacey’s preliminary 2024 year-end financial report during a city council work session on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

Expenditures rise due to labor costs, capital transfers in City of Lacey

The City of Lacey’s Finance Department presented its preliminary 2024 year-end financial report to the city council, highlighting a significant increase in expenditures and modest … more

By JC Medina | 4/10/25

The Tesla charging station at 665 Sleater Kinney Road SE in Lacey.

Tesla charging station damaged in Lacey

A Tesla vehicle charging station was damaged in a late-night incident on Tuesday, April 8. "This morning (April 8) at 1:34, officers were dispatched to a malicious … more

By Wyatt Haupt Jr. | 4/10/25 | 7 comments

Nathaniel McKenzie-Sullivan, a student at St. Michael Parish School, served as a page in the Washington State House of Representatives. He is pictured with Rep. Jamila Taylor (D-Federal Way), who sponsored the student.

Local student gains hands-on legislative experience through House Page program

Nathaniel McKenzie-Sullivan, a student at St. Michael Parish School in Olympia, recently served as a page in the Washington State House of Representatives ... more

By JC Medina | 4/10/25

Olympia’s BIG Home and Remodel Show will be held on the weekend of April 12-13, 2025.

Olympia home and garden show, featuring more than 100 vendors, returns on April 12-13

Olympia’s one-stop shop for various home and garden needs returns to the Saint Martin’s Marcus Pavilion at Lacey on Saturday, April 12, and ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/10/25

Lacey's Human Services Commission unanimously recommended a new $35,000 cap on funding for individual public service programs at a meeting on Thursday, April 3, 2025.

Lacey eyes implementing $35K cap on Human Services grants to expand community impact

The City of Lacey's Human Services Commission advanced its 2025 Human Services Program Grant Program with a recommendation to implement a new $35,000 cap on ... more

By JC Medina | 4/7/25

Mark Kitabayashi, president of Thurston County Realtors Association, attended the Lacey City Council meeting for a proclamation on Fair Housing Month on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Lacey declares Fair Housing Month in addressing ongoing housing discrimination

The Lacey City Council unanimously proclaimed April 2025 as Fair Housing Month at a meeting on Tuesday, April 1. The proclamation highlighted the ongoing challenges of achieving equitable … more

By JC Medina | 4/4/25 | 1 comment

The Lacey City Council has unanimously approved a resolution to put a Metropolitan Park District (MPD) proposition before voters in the upcoming August general election during their meeting on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Lacey parks funding measure to be placed on August ballot

The Lacey City Council unanimously approved a resolution to put a Metropolitan Park District (MPD) proposition before voters in ... more

By JC Medina | 4/3/25 | 2 comments

What’s happening this weekend — Mosaic Snail Plant Stakes, Roundup Stamp and Coin Show and other events

The first weekend in April offers a chance to visit with a kid-friendly hobbyist and take part in some fundraising activities in ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/3/25

Chris Vaccaro, a building official from the City of Yelm, posed with Lacey Mayor Andy Ryder for a photo following the Arbor Day proclamation for the City of Lacey on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

Lacey doubles down on environmental commitment

The Lacey City Council has officially proclaimed April as Arbor Month and April 22 as Earth Day during a ... more

By JC Medina | 4/2/25

A map shows lane closures on 6th Avenue NE from Sleater Kinney Road NE to College Street NE.

6th Avenue NE water main installation extends lane closures in Lacey

Traffic on 6th Avenue NE has been narrowed to one lane in each direction this week as Active Construction Inc. (ACI) continues water main installation eastbound from ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 4/2/25

Saint Martin’s University received its sixth gold designation as a Military Friendly School.

Saint Martin’s University earns sixth gold award as Military Friendly School

Saint Martin’s University in Lacey received its sixth gold designation as a Military Friendly School for the 2025-26 year by ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/1/25 | 1 comment

JBLM to conduct day and evening mortar training

Joint Base Lewis-McChord will be conducting day and nighttime mortar training from 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1, to approximately 11:59 p.m on Friday, April 4, the military installation said. For … more

By The JOLT News Staff | 3/31/25

Suman Thapa, co-owner of Namaste Bazaar, rings up items at the South Asian grocery store for customers.

New South Asian grocery fills a gap in Thurston County

A new business featuring South Asian foods recently opened near Lacey, bringing Indian, Nepalese and Pakistani groceries to Thurston County ... more

By Jessie Darland | 3/25/25 | 2 comments

Capital Region Educational Service District (ESD) 113 congratulated 2025 Art Show winners from Black Hills, Olympia, Timberline and Tumwater high schools.

Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater high schoolers win awards at regional art show

Students from Black Hills, Olympia, Timberline and Tumwater high schools were some of the 2025 Art Show winners in ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 3/25/25

A poster for the North Thurston Public Schools’s Spring College & Career Fair.

North Thurston Public Schools to host Spring College & Career Fair on March 26

North Thurston Public Schools is inviting high school students to the Spring College & Career Fair on ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 3/24/25

Museum Curator Erin Quinn Valcho presented key updates on the draft strategic plan for the new Lacey Museum during the Lacey Historical Commission meeting on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Lacey Museum moves forward with strategic plan

Progress on the new Lacey Museum and Cultural Center continues as city officials and historical commissioners refine strategic plans and funding initiatives to … more

By JC Medina | 3/21/25 | 1 comment

Lucas Miller, a board member of PFLAG-Olympia and Quinn Snow, representing The New Boys Club, attended the Lacey City Council meeting for the adoption of a proclamation for Transgender Day of Visibility. The meeting was on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.

Lacey proclaims March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility

The Lacey City Council officially proclaimed March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility, reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity and support for ... more

By JC Medina | 3/21/25 | 3 comments

Lacey City Manager Rick Walk presented the details of the Resolution 1165, establishing monthly informational dinner meetings to the city council during a public meeting on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.

Lacey City Council establishes informational dinner meetings

The Lacey City Council has approved Resolution 1165, establishing monthly informational dinner meetings to facilitate discussions on emerging ... more

By JC Medina | 3/20/25 | 2 comments

What’s happening this weekend — Community Resource Fair, Dancing with the Eagles Open House and other festivities

Meet other people, join information sessions, and take the kids for a stroll this weekend in ... more

P. Jade Asumbrado | 3/20/25