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Ken Balsley passed away on February 18, 2023 and was honored with the Spirit of Lacey Award on May 4, 2023. The award was received by his widow.
Lacey Mayor gets emotional in awarding Spirit of Lacey Award to the late Ken Balsley
Lacey Mayor Andy Ryder could not help but become emotional while awarding the city’s highest honor, the Spirit of Lacey Award, to the late Ken Balsley. During the council meeting on … more
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IT Chief Information Officer Jason Aguero (upper right) briefed the Intercity Transit Authority on their new cybersecurity plan.
New cybersecurity policy for Intercity Transit
Intercity Transit now has a formal cybersecurity plan, its chief information officer, Jason Aguero, reported to its board of directors on Wednesday, March 3. According to the new policy, IT would … more
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Concept photo of creating homes in the area we live in.
Olympia seeks proposals to study various ways to increase affordable housing for low-income households
Olympia is seeking proposals from qualified consultant teams to conduct research and provide recommendations, specifically in increasing the number of units permanently affordable to low-income … more
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South Bay Fire District 8, formally known as Thurston County Fire Protection District #8, serves the northernmost points of Thurston County, north of 26th Avenue, north of Olympia and Lacey.
Fire district serving areas north of Lacey and Olympia seeking individuals to serve on pro and con committees – by next Monday
This August, voters … more
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Regional athletic complex
Lacey drafts 20-year financial plan for Regional Athletic Complex
The Lacey Parks, Culture & Recreation Board reviewed the recent updates on the 20-year draft financial plan for the Regional Athletic Complex (RAC). During a public meeting on Wednesday, May … more
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Larry Dzieza
Did organizational dysfunctions lead to the failed proposition to create a regional fire authority?
In a Reader Opinion piece published in The JOLT on Monday, “Questions after a landslide (election),” John Gear raised appropriate questions about what he called the “crushing” … more
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Tenino's long-serving utility clerk was fired in December 2019 after a city volunteer discovered several unauthorized transactions.
Tenino’s former utility clerk ‘misappropriated’ at least $22,800, State Auditor finds
Tenino’s former utility clerk is found to have misappropriated $22,783 between September 2016 and December 2019, according to an investigation report released by the Washington State Auditor on … more
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Members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community in the county attended the Thurston Board of County Commissioners meeting on May 2, 2023, to acknowledge the AAPI Heritage Month proclamation.
County proclaims Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) officially proclaimed May as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. The BOCC said it is committed to recognizing all AAPI … more
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"We want to encourage the community to enjoy the benefits of riding a bike, both to individuals and the community's health and well-being," said Bicycle Commuter Challenge Coordinator Duncan Green.
Intercity Transit hosts 36th Annual Bicycle Community Challenge this month
Intercity Transit is hosting the Annual Bicycle Community Challenge in Thurston County this month.  Bicycle Commuter Challenge Coordinator Duncan Green said the 36-year-old event is the … more
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At the Olympia Planning Commission meeting held Monday, May 1, 2023, the commissioners unanimously approved the minority report, which contains dissenting opinions of those who did not support the zero-parking requirements. The report would be submitted along with the OPC recommendation to the city council.
Olympia Planning Commissioner would delay implementation of the zero-parking ordinance
Olympia Planning Commissioner Carole Richmond has proposed a one-year delay in implementing the parking code amendment under consideration to allow the necessary time to address any issues and … more
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A slide from the Port’s September 2022 presentation shows areas of Budd Inlet where dredging would occur.
Port of Olympia secures state funding for Budd Inlet cleanup project
The Port of Olympia secured a total amount of $8.45 million from the 2023-25 state capital budget for the cleanup of Budd Inlet. The state legislature approved the budget on Sunday, April 23, and … more
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At the Olympia Site Review Plan Committee's presubmission conference held Wednesday, April 26, 2023, Architect Josh Gobel presented the plan showing an entrance for each workspace.
Owner wants to convert an 85-year-old downtown warehouse into eight workspaces
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee heard a proposal to divide an 85-year-old warehouse building located at 304 Olympia Avenue NE to divide into eight workspaces on Wednesday, April 26. Project … more
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Tumwater Planning Commission met on April 25 to discuss proposed amendments for categorical exemptions in the SEPA review process.
To create more affordable housing, Tumwater is matching state thresholds for development to limit environmental reviews
Tumwater Planning Commission is working to match the maximum threshold allowed by the state for proposed development projects before they require a review under the State Environmental Policy Act … more
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At a meeting held Thursday, April 27, 2023, the Land Use and Environment Committee heard community members' opinions on the zero parking proposal.
Olympia community members repeat their opposition to a zero-parking proposal
Olympia community members used the public comment platform at Tuesday's Land Use and Environment Committee meeting to reiterate their opposition to the Planning Commission's recommendation to remove … more
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The Land Use and Environment Committee approved the zero-parking proposal at its meeting held Thursday, April 27, 2023.
Olympia committee approves zero-parking proposal
On Thursday, Olympia's Land Use and Environment Committee approved the Planning Commission's recommendation to amend the zero minimum parking proposal on residential with instruction to the staff to … more
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Site plan for the proposal of converting a building functioning as the Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake at 2300 Evergreen Park Drive SW to multifamily use.
Owner proposes to convert Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake to apartments
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee, on Wednesday, April 26, heard a proposal to convert the Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake to multifamily use. The building at 2300 Evergreen Park Drive SW has … more
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Jeff Bernard, Rainer Storb, Adrian Storb, Kelton Jenkins paddle in the second annual Squaxin Island Race was held Saturday, April 15, by the Sound Rowers and Paddlers Club.
The Sound Rowers and Paddlers Club held the second annual Squaxin Island Race
The second annual Squaxin Island Race was held Saturday, April 15, by the Sound Rowers and Paddlers Club. The race started out of Boston Harbor Marina, with the start and finish lines close to the … more
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Luminary Procession in 2019.
Music, celebration and street closures for Olympia Artwalk today and tomorrow
Olympia’s Spring Arts walk is in full swing today, with more than 98 locations participating in hosting art experiences. There are more than 225 artists to engage with and activities to enjoy … more
In a meeting held Wednesday, April 26, 2023, the Olympia Community Livability and Public Safety Committee approved the six nominations for the 2023 Heritage Award.
Olympia committee nominates 7 for cultural heritage awards
Olympia Heritage Commission vice chair Garner Miller unveiled this year's Heritage Award nominees, most of whom contributed to the city's music culture, at the Community Livability and Public Safety … more
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Thurston County Public Works will close US 12, from Pecan Street SW to Old Highway 99 SW/Elderberry Street SW, for the paving of the new roundabout intersection at Sargent Road.
Overnight closure of US 12 for paving of new roundabout intersection at Sargent Road
OLYMPIA – Thurston County Public Works will close US 12, from Pecan Street SW to Old Highway 99 SW/Elderberry Street SW, for the paving of the new roundabout intersection at Sargent Road. … more
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