Friday, October 2, 2026
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The Thurston Regional Housing Council is facing a critical year with limited resources, as it approved the allocation of millions of dollars in funding for affordable housing and homeless services through its 2025 ...
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Newly elected and re-elected County Commissioners (BoCC) were sworn into office on Tuesday, Dec. 17, during the board’s final meeting of the year, signaling a leadership …
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At its Tuesday meeting, the Olympia City Council honored outgoing member Lisa Parshley with tributes and special gifts, celebrating her advocacy during her seven-year tenure.
Mayor …
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A haymaker of a storm knocked out power to thousands of Puget Sound Energy customers, including people in Thurston County, leaving utility crews scrambling to get electricity flowing again.
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By Wyatt Haupt Jr.
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12/18/24
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In response to the pleas from the LGBTQIA+ community, the Olympia City Council is set to take steps to establish the city as a sanctuary for these individuals.
At a Dec. 10 meeting, …
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The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) discussed finalizing committee assignments for 2025 on Monday, Dec. 16.
The board confirmed Commissioner-elect Rachel Grant's roles, formerly …
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The Tumwater School District (TSD) Board of Directors elected Melissa Beard, District 4 Director and former vice president, as its new president on Dec. 12.
Beard will also …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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12/17/24
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The Thurston County housing market was a mixed bag last month, as residential sales perked up while fewer condominiums exchanged hands in the period.
The residential market recorded 241 sold …
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By Wyatt Haupt Jr.
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12/17/24
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Tumwater School District (TSD) sees an ending fund balance of $6,633,727 on its 2024 budget, amounting to a $4.52 million operating deficit from last year.
TSD Assistant Superintendent of …
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The Olympia School District (OSD) Board of Directors elected former vice president and District 5 Director Scott Clifthorne as its new president for a one-year term beginning in January 2025.
Clifthorne …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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12/16/24
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The Port of Olympia Commission approved the purchase of a temporary warehouse from ClearSpan, as part of its consent agenda on Monday, Dec. 9.
The cost of the contract is $1.6 …
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On Tuesday, Dec. 10, the Olympia City Council approved an emergency ordinance that aims to reduce barriers and increase the supply of affordable housing in the community.
The city recognized that …
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Work that started in 2022 to amend Tumwater’s various tree codes may get delayed again, as a draft plan for city staff shows the work would pause in 2025.
Brad …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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12/13/24
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An effort is underway to remove Thurston County Commissioner Emily Clouse from office.
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On Wednesday, Dec. 11, the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee assessed the proposed land use for a 5-acre parcel at 2400 Morse Road, which presents opportunities for new housing.
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A confluence of lower total employment and fewer people in the civilian labor force helped keep the jobless rate steady in Thurston County in October.
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By Wyatt Haupt Jr.
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12/13/24
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As Olympia struggles to address homelessness, city council members highlighted the challenges of balancing compassion and limited resources in the face of an influx from nearby communities. …
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Commissioner Emily Clouse faced a public censure Wednesday, Dec. 11, after Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) found she had engaged in “deliberate, deceptive behaviour.” …
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The Thurston County Board of Health (BOH) officially declared loneliness, isolation, and the lack of social and emotional connections as a public health crisis.
The declaration, …
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The Joint Animal Services Commission (JASCOM) said it is gearing up for a series of events this month, aimed at finding homes for animals and bringing joy to pet owners during the holiday season. …
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By JC Medina
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12/12/24
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