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Saint Martin’s University won a gold award in the Higher Education category in the 2026 Best of South Sound Awards.

Saint Martin’s University wins third consecutive gold award for higher education

Saint Martin’s University in Lacey won a gold award in the higher education category for the 2026 Best of South Sound Awards for the ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 8/11/26

A 90 percent site plan prepared by RWD Landscape Architects shows proposed pickleball courts, pingpong tables, spectator areas, pathway changes and ballfield safety netting at Rainier Vista Park in Lacey.

Rainier Vista Park improvements reach 90 percent of planning stage

The City of Lacey is preparing Rainier Vista Park’s recreation improvements for permitting after completing another planning ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/10/26 | 3 comments

The City of Lacey’s project maps show the 2026 sidewalk repair project area in Jubilee and along Meriwood Drive.

Lacey City Council approves 2026 sidewalk repair project

More than 180 street trees in the Jubilee neighborhood of Lacey, and along Meriwood Drive, will be removed and ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/6/26 | 3 comments

Lacey Fire District 3 Fire Chief Jennifer Schmidt discussed the proposed relocation of Station 32 in the fifth installment of the district’s Proposition 1 bond information series, which was released on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026.

Lacey Fire District 3 outlines projects in proposed $98.3M bond

Lacey Fire District 3 released the fourth and fifth installments of its Proposition 1 public information series, detailing the projects ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/5/26 | 3 comments

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

Lacey City Council appoints new Youth Council after record number of applications

Fifteen students were selected for the 2026-27 Lacey Youth Council following the program’s most competitive round of applications to ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/5/26

Firefighters from multiple agencies joined a Cordon of Honor for City of Lacey firefighter Jake Johnson in clips from a video shared on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026.

Cordon of Honor for Lacey Fire District 3 firefighter Jake Johnson

Firefighters and first responders from agencies throughout Western Washington participated in a Cordon of Honor for Lacey Fire District ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/4/26 | 1 comment

Lacey Deputy Mayor Malcolm Miller, left, presented a National Purple Heart Day proclamation to retired Sgt. 1st Class Tony Barth at the Lacey City Council meeting on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026.

Lacey City Council proclaims Aug. 7 as National Purple Heart Day

The Lacey City Council recognized the sacrifices of Purple Heart recipients by proclaiming Friday, Aug. 7, as National Purple Heart ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/4/26

A tower slide and climbing net are among the play features at Greg J. Cuoio Community Park in Lacey.

Greg J. Cuoio Community Park opens to the public in Lacey

Trails, playgrounds and picnic areas are now open at Greg J. Cuoio Community Park after the City of Lacey unveiled its newest recreation ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 7/31/26 | 4 comments

Lacey City Council members and staff discussed the proposed 2026-35 Stormwater Strategic Plan at a work session on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.

Lacey City Council reviews proposed stormwater strategic plan

An update to the City of Lacey's stormwater plan recommends the expansion of programs, additional staffing and long-term capital ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 7/30/26

Swimmers ages 50 and over competde in the Washington State Senior Games in Lacey on Sunday, July 26, 2026.

Swimmers take center stage at Washington State Senior Games

Dozens of swimmers competed in the annual Washington State Senior Games swim meet on ... more

By Keyan Gregoire-James | 7/28/26 | 2 comments

Lacey City Council members discussed and passed Ordinance 1704 at a meeting at City Hall on July 21, 2026.

Lacey City Council adopts state-mandated housing, parking code changes

The Lacey City Council adopted state-required amendments to the Lacey Municipal Code that expand middle housing, revise parking rules and ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 7/28/26 | 1 comment

Three suspects were arrested in connection with a shoplifting complaint at Home Depot in Lacey on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Shoplifting suspects tied to alleged theft ring along I-5 corridor

A shoplifting complaint at Home Depot in Lacey led to the discovery of an alleged retail theft ring that's resulted in approximately $400,000 in ... more

By The JOLT Staff | 7/28/26 | 6 comments

Two Saint Martin’s University students, Dulce Gonzalez Hernandez and Patricia Page won Benjamin A. Gilman scholarships.

Saint Martin’s University students receive Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship

Two Saint Martin's University students have been selected as recipients of the U.S. Department of State Benjamin A. Gilman International ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 7/27/26

Lacey Professional Firefighters launch fundraiser for injured firefighter Jake Johnson

An official fundraising effort launched by Lacey Professional Firefighters is supporting Lacey Fire District 3 firefighter Jake Johnson, who is hospitalized ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 7/24/26 | 3 comments

A roadway in Lacey, as shown in the City of Lacey's State of the Streets report.

Lacey City Council green lights Transportation Improvement Program

The Lacey City Council adopted the 2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Transportation Improvement ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 7/23/26

Lacey Fire District 3 Chief Jennifer Schmidt explained the district's funding structure in Part 3 of a video series on the district's $98.3 million bond measure, which was released on July 15, 2026.

Lacey Fire District 3 funding limits behind $98.3M bond request

Lacey Fire District 3 continued its push on the value of a proposed $98.3 million bond measure in the latest in a series of informational ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 7/22/26 | 3 comments

Lacey City Council members listened to a presentation from Thurston Conservation District officials during a work session on July 14, 2026.

Thurston Conservation District proposes joint environmental initiatives with Lacey

The Thurston Conservation District (TCD) aims to partner more closely with the City of Lacey through conservation projects that include ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 7/20/26 | 2 comments

The "Coffee with Council" series kicks off at Cutters Point Coffee on Thursday, July 23, 2026.

Lacey City Council launches 'Coffee with Council' outreach series

The Lacey City Council is opening a new avenue for public engagement next week with the launch of its quarterly "Coffee with Council" ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 7/17/26 | 1 comment

Huntamer Park is located at 618 Woodland Square Loop SE in the Midtown District of Lacey.

Huntamer Park upgrades lead Lacey’s draft federal grant plan

Sidewalk and accessibility improvements at Huntamer Park stand to receive the largest share of funding under the City of Lacey’s 2026 Community ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 7/16/26

A ballot box at The Evergreen State College in Olympia.

Ballots mailed out for Aug. 4 Primary Election in Thurston County

Ballots for the Aug. 4 Primary Election are on their way to registered voters in Thurston ... more

By The JOLT Staff | 7/16/26 | 1 comment