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Lindsey Trimble leads witches and family members past the Sticks & Bones Marching Band on the way down to the water on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025.
Witches on the water
For the third year in a row, witches gathered on Sunday, Oct. 12, at Northpoint Plaza and flew — OK, paddled or knelt on paddleboards — from Swantown Marina ... more
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Thurston County’s 2024 visitor data, shared by Experience Olympia & Beyond during the Lacey City Council work session on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, showed the economic effect of overnight travelers. 
Tourism generated $572.5M for Thurston County in 2024
Tourism spending in Thurston County generated $572.5 million in 2024, as 3.39 million visitors traveled more than 50 miles to get to the region ... more
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A motorist drives by hundreds of protesters at the "No Kings" rally at the Washington State Capitol Campus in Olympia on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025.
Thousands of people turn out for 'No Kings' protest in Olympia
Protesters flooded the Washington State Capitol Campus in Olympia to rail against the actions and policies of President Donald Trump during the “No Kings” ... more
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City of Olympia Public Works Transportation Director Sophie Stimson outlined the projected costs for a proposed sidewalk repair crew at a study session on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025.
New crew eyed to tackle sidewalk defects in Olympia
City of Olympia officials are proposing to create a dedicated sidewalk repair crew, which would establish a consistent and long-term approach to maintaining ... more
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The 2025–26 Lacey Youth Council met with Lacey City Council members, led by Mayor Andy Ryder, during  a recent orientation at Lacey City Hall.
Lacey Youth Council seated for 2025-26 term 
The Lacey Youth Council ushered in the 2025–26 term with a new slate of student leaders and representatives, the City of Lacey announced on ... more
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A Subaru station wagon collided head-on with another vehicle on Littlerock Road SW on Friday night Oct. 17, 2025. 
Motorist suffers life-threatening injuries in head-on crash on Littlerock Road SW
Thurston County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating a car crash along Littlerock Road SW that left one man ... more
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Man wanted on multiple warrants arrested after car chase in Thurston County
A wanted man, who escaped pursuit in Centralia, was arrested after a car chase ended in Tenino on ... more
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The City of Lacey’s 2025 Matching Rebate Program, announced on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, pairs Puget Sound Energy’s $4,000 Fuel Switching Heat Pump rebate with a $4,000 match from the city for income-qualified homeowners replacing natural gas heating systems with electric heat pump units. 
Puget Sound Energy partners with Lacey for rebate program 
Puget Sound Energy has entered into a partnership with the City of Lacey’s 2025 Matching Rebate Program to expand incentives for homeowners ... more
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A demonstrator holds an upside down American flag, which indicates a sign of distress, at the "No Kings 2.0" rally at the Washington State Capitol Campus in Olympia on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025.
'No Kings' rally draws thousands of people to Washington State Capitol Campus
Thousands of people converged on the Washington State Capitol Campus in Olympia on Saturday, Oct. 18, to protest policies enacted by President Donald Trump ... more
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Olympia City Manager Jay Burney outlined staff reductions to address the city’s projected $6.5 million budget deficit in 2026.
Plan outlined to help close multimillion-dollar budget deficit in Olympia
Olympia City Manager Jay Burney proposed staff reductions and leaving vacant positions unfilled to help close the city’s projected $6.5 million ... more
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Convicted felon arrested after assaulting deputy at car crash scene in Lacey
A convicted felon was taken into custody following an altercation with law enforcement at the scene of a vehicle collision in ... more
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Water utility projects on tap in Tumwater
The City of Tumwater plans to pursue two new water utility projects in 2027, according to an update of its Capital Facilities ... more
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Pope John Paul II High School in Lacey was named the Best Private High School in Thurston County.
Pope John Paul II High School named best private high school in Thurston County
Pope John Paul II High School in Lacey was named the best private high school in Thurston County for the second consecutive year by the school-matching ... more
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The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee approved renaming Yelm Highway Community Park to Jolene Unsoeld Community Park at a meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025.
Olympia committee backs new names for arts campus and parks
The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee (CLPS) recommended naming three city properties after notable local figures, who made ... more
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Alleged custodial assault at Thurston County Corrections Facility
A 25-year-old inmate is facing two counts of custodial assault after allegedly attacking Thurston County Corrections Facility ... more
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Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders conducted a traffic stop outside the Log Cabin Bar in Lacey on Sept. 26, 2025. 
Thurston County Sheriff's Office in line for DUI enforcement grant
The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office stands to receive $133,517.29 under a pending Washington Traffic Safety Commission grant to bolster ... more
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Heather Pens, a member of the Olympia Friends Meeting, mixed eggs during the preparation of two large pans of frittatas in her kitchen on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. “I do this because the homeless need food,” she said.
Walking a prayer
Heather Pens is a personification of an old West African proverb and Quaker saying, “When you pray, move your ... more
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The 2026–28 Advanced Life Support contracts for Olympia, Tumwater and Lacey Fire District 3 head to the Thurston County Board of County Commissioners for action at its next board meeting on Oct. 21, 2025.
Thurston County eyes three-year contract for paramedic services
Thurston County is poised to renew its Advanced Life Support (ALS) contracts for paramedic services with the City of Olympia, the City of Tumwater and ... more
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Lucas Garrison was arrested for an alleged theft from two vehicles outside a home in Lacey.
Alleged vehicle prowl and theft leads to arrest in Lacey
A 46-year-old man was arrested in connection with a vehicle prowl and theft in a residential area in the ... more
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The Olympia School District Board of Directors reviewed a resolution for a new Technology, Safety, and Facility Improvement Levy at a meeting on Oct. 9, 2025.
Olympia School District board seeks levy for technology infrastructure
The Olympia School District Board of Directors discussed a resolution that would authorize the district to collect a new Technology, Safety, and ... more
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