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Ravyn Mummey (#21) celebrates with her teammates. She scored twice in the Saints’ draw against #3-seed Simon Fraser University.
Saint Martin’s women's soccer team's second giant slaying stopped after Simon Fraser’s late comeback to salvage 3-3 draw 
Just days after beating GNAC’s #2 team at home, the Saints were just short of another upset victory as they settled for a still impressive 3-3 draw against 3rd seed Simon Fraser University at … more
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On November 4, 2024, the Lacey Civil Service Commission will review key reinstatement rules amid calls for enhanced clarity on employee benefits. 
Lacey commission reviews reinstatement rules for former employees 
The Lacey Civil Service Commission is considering updates to its civil service rules to improve the reinstatement process for former employees.  If approved by the commission and city … more
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Lacey Museum bids farewell to the Russell House as it gears up to move to the Bell Center, bringing more room for exhibitions and deeper connections to local history.
Explore Lacey’s history in a new setting
Lacey Museum is moving to the Bell Center on 6th Avenue, scheduled to open in early 2025. The City of Lacey announced in its press release that the move is designed to offer more dynamic ways to … more
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Brianna Yamada’s first goal of the season brought down Seattle Pacific University and their 26-game unbeaten run in a huge upset victory in Seattle.
Soccer shocker in Seattle: Saint Martin’s snaps Seattle Pacific’s two-year unbeaten streak
They might be the second-worst scoring team in the conference, but the Saints might have just pulled off the season's biggest upset.   A 90th-minute strike from midfielder Brianna Yamada … more
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The State Auditor’s Office met with Lacey city management on Monday, October 28, to share the city’s 2023 accountability audit results. 
Lacey aces 2023 accountability audit 
The state auditor's office reported to city management on Monday, October 28, that the city of Lacey is in compliance with state regulations and its own policies.   The State … more
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What’s happening this weekend—Homemade For The Holidays Bazaar, Dia de los Muertos - Altar Exhibition and other festivities
Start November with these beautifully curated events and happenings. With markets, a ball, a gala and more... more
Kathleen Anderson
Footprints of Fight supports families dealing with pediatric cancer
I have written about caregivers quite a bit recently, but today, I want to introduce you to a different kind of caregiving organization that is just now expanding in our area. Whether you are a … more
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The Saints volleyball team huddles after their third win of this GNAC season.
Saint Martin’s keeps MSU-Billings winless after five-setter win 
In yet another conference match going to the distance, the Saint Martin’s Volleyball team beat Montana State Billings, 3-2 (25-18, 21-25, 25-17, 14-25, 15-12) at the Alterowitz Gymnasium in … more
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Theresa Hanson
Saint Martin’s University appoints Theresa Hanson as new Interim Director of Athletics 
Saint Martin's University announced on its website last Tuesday that Theresa Hanson has been hired as its new Interim Director of Athletics. She will replace Steve O'Brien, who passed away on August … more
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TC-CAP’s roadmap follows a voluntary approach, taking an alternate route away from the traditional court system.
Homeless court alternative to be tested via one-year pilot program 
Thurston County is set to pilot its voluntary Thurston County - Court Alternative Program (TC-CAP), a hybrid version of San Diego’s Homeless Court, through a 12-month program.   … more
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The LOTT-owned property is the forested delta-shaped area on the south side of Mullen Road.
Lacey mulls acquiring LOTT property to construct affordable housing near middle school
The City of Lacey plans to acquire a surplus parcel of land from the LOTT Clean Water Alliance and erect an affordable housing structure directly across from Komachin Middle School.   Plans … more
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Under construction road sign, traffic cones and orange safety helmet
Street closures in Olympia and Tumwater this week
Olympia is warning motorists of street closures along Washington and 4th Avenue and Cherry Streets and 18th Avenue, while Tumwater is announcing a road closure along Seventh Avenue this week. … more
A slide from Lacey Planning Manager Ryan Andrews’s presentation to the Lacey City Council on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, showing the proposed housing allocations and the results of a land capacity study conducted by the Thurston Regional Planning Council.  
Lacey housing market has long way to go, mayor says
Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) proposes allocating 9,915 low-income housing units for Lacey to meet county-wide affordable housing targets; according to Planning Manager Ryan Andrews' … more
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Five-foot-ten Saint Martin’s senior goalkeeper Flavia Burrell stands taller after allowing zero goals in the weekend’s GNAC games against Seattle Pacific and Montana State. She was awarded the GNAC Defensive Player of the Week after her massive efforts in goal. 
Burrell, Saints put on defensive masterclass in two goalless draws over the weekend 
After a mixed bag of results from winning 1-0 against the Central Washington Wildcats to losing a humiliating 7-0 to defending champs Simon Fraser, the Saint Martin’s University women’s … more
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Be aware of algae bloom and other warnings in your local waters.
Toxic algae bloom prompts health warning at Offutt Lake 
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is urging caution at Offutt Lake due to a toxic algae bloom detected on October 16, 2024. Lab results revealed Microcystin toxin levels at 30 … more
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What’s happening this weekend— Toast for Tails fundraiser, Boo-coda Spook-tacular’s Casket Races and other fun activities
Welcome the Halloween spirt by supporting charity and family-friendly events.  Olympia High School Theatre Arts presents “Noises Off”, October 18-19, 24-26 Get ready to laugh … more
These are grad students who participated in volunteering to harvest food at the garden at St. Martins. 
A day of service on St. Martin's University's farm
I was recently invited to a volunteer day for Master's Degree students at St. Martin’s University. While I couldn’t attend due to work obligations, I thought it was worth sharing some of … more
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Mira Jayarama (Bib #209) and Ruby Bryntesen (Bib #207) competed in the women’s 6k cross country run for the first time representing Saint Martin’s.
Saints off to promising start in cross country season 
The Saint Martin’s University Cross Country teams were right on track after competing in their first two invitationals of the cross country season last September under new head coach Gabriel … more
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What’s happening next week– Olympia Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Harvest Craft Festival and other festivities
There is so much to celebrate in our locality—from nature to   culture.   Harvest Craft Festival & Food Drive, Weekend, October 11-12   The first-ever Harvest Craft Fair … more
The Saints women’s soccer team got their first win of the season at the expense of the CWU Wildcats, thanks to the goal by Inara Lopez de Andrade
Saints seal first win of the season, spoils Central Washington's party, 1-0 
The Saint Martin’s University women’s soccer team finally found the winning column in this soccer season in a hard-fought 1-0 win over Central Washington University at their pitch in the … more
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