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Lacey City Hall is located at 420 College St. SE in Lacey. 
Engineering firm sought for roundabout project at College Street SE and 7th Avenue SE in Lacey
A multilane roundabout is being eyed at College Street SE and 7th Avenue SE in Lacey, and the city is seeking a civil engineering firm ... more
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An alleged speeding violation led to the discovery of more than 1,000 grams of suspected methamphetamine.
Traffic stop leads to discovery of more than 1,000 grams of suspected methamphetamine
A speeding infraction landed a motorist in some additional legal trouble after a search of the driver's vehicle resulted in the seizure of a pile of suspected ... more
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The Tumwater City Council authorized the purchase of a property on 4315 Tumwater Valley Drive for $1.56 million to permanently house the Parks & Recreation Department. The property spans 1.8 acres and includes a 6,000-square-foot building known as Tumwater Valley Lodge. (The JOLT staff via YouTube) 
Tumwater City Council authorizes $1.56M purchase for parks department office 
The Tumwater Parks & Recreation Department is moving to a new ... more
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2026 Neighborhood Matching Grant application period opens in Olympia
The City of Olympia is accepting applications for its 2026 Neighborhood Matching Grant Program (NMGP), and is also expanding eligibility ... more
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Lacey Mayor Andy Ryder, left, joined American Cancer Society representatives Nichole Woolsey and Robert Lane after the Lacey City Council proclaimed February 2026 as Cancer Prevention Month at its meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026. 
Lacey City Council recognizes February as Cancer Prevention Month
The Lacey City Council proclaimed February 2026 as Cancer Prevention ... more
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Rep. Mary Dye (R-Pomeroy).
House approves bill supporting redevelopment of shuttered Olympia Brewery site
The long-dormant Olympia Brewing Company site is a key part of state legislation, which aims to breathe new life into the once iconic property near ... more
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Eligible applicants for the Rural Community Support Program include tribal governments and South Thurston County communities. TRPC Senior Planner Paul Brewster presented a program proposal at a Transportation Policy Board meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026.  
Thurston Regional Planning Council proposes funding increase for rural transportation projects
The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) is proposing an increase in funding for small but high-impact transportation projects in ... more
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Overnight shelter information for Thurston County.
Hazardous weather advisory issued by Thurston County
Subfreezing overnight temperatures in the weather forecast prompted the Thurston County Public Heath and Social Services Department to issue a ... more
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Tumwater Deputy Community Development Director Sharon Lumbantobing, bottom right, briefed the General Government Committee about a feasibility study for the city’s emergency, transitional, and permanent supportive housing goals on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026.
Tumwater to conduct feasibility study for implementation of supportive housing goals 
Tumwater officials are preparing to conduct a feasibility study in support of the city’s emergency, transitional and permanent supportive ... more
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City of Lacey seeks input on stormwater management
The City of Lacey would like residents and business owners to share their thoughts on how it manages stormwater by taking a short, online ... more
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City of Lacey officials presented the 2026 Docket and Work Program to Lacey City Council and Lacey Planning Commission members at a joint work session on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. 
Lacey City Council, Planning Commission review 2026 planning priorities 
The City of Lacey is preparing for a 2026 planning workload driven by state mandates on housing, parking and child ... more
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Weather forecast calls for rain and snow showers in Thurston County
Pacific storm systems are expected to generate wintry weather over the next several days, with rain and snow showers likely overnight in ... more
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Domestic violence suspect taken into custody after he was found hiding under a blanket
An alleged domestic violence incident ended when the suspect was found hiding under a blanket in a garage before having to be restrained and ... more
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Olympia City Hall is located at 601 4th Ave. E in downtown Olympia.
Olympia committee to interview candidates for hearing examiner role
The Olympia Land Use and Environment Committee is going to interview candidates for the hearing examiner position on ... more
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Imagination Library of Washington sees funding challenges, possible service loss
A 2025 study found that caregivers with children under Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library are more likely to read to the children ... more
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A slide from a presentation by Port of Olympia Community and Economic Development Director Mike Reid to the Port Commission at a meeting on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026. Pictured on the slide is an Artemis EF-12 Escape, a 12-seater hydrofoil electric water taxi developed by Artemis Technologies of Belfast, Ireland. 
Port of Olympia Commission weighs ferry service
A potential passenger ferry service from Olympia to Des Moines could prove more useful as an economic development tool than as a way to reduce ... more
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Storm system could bring snow to the region
The odds of snow falling to the ground are improving with every step a large mass of cold air takes on its march toward Thurston ... more
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Olympia’s Art Program Manager Stephanie Johnson presented the 15 pieces of art recommended for the Percival Plinth Project.
Olympia Arts Commission recommends 15 pieces of art for 2026 Percival Plinth Project
The Olympia’s Arts Commission has recommended 15 artworks for consideration by the Olympia City Council as part of the 2026 Percival Plinth ... more
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After experiencing two periods of homelessness, Mary May has written, “Sheltered by Hope,” in an attempt to garner empathy for and understanding of the homeless.
'Sheltered by Hope'
Mary May’s life journey and story is not only about being twice homeless, it is also about understanding and confronting the epidemic of ... more
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Lacey Police Department Chief Robert Almada accepted the February 2026 Business of the Month recognition from the Lacey South Sound Chamber of Commerce. 
Lacey Police Department receives February 2026 business recognition from local chamber 
The Lacey Police Department has been recognized as the Lacey South Sound Chamber of Commerce's February 2026 Business of the Month for ... more
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