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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.
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By JC Medina
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12/12/24
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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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The Saint Martin’s volleyball team closed out their season with a 26-24, 25-20 and 25-16 loss to Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, Idaho, on Nov. 23.
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By Vince Zafra
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12/12/24
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District Five Commissioner Emily Clouse expressed deep regret about her decision to be in a relationship with a Thurston County employee, and shared her commitment ...
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Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) certified the 2025 Property Tax Levies for the General Fund, Roads, Medic One, and Conservation Futures to the County Assessor for collection …
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Efforts to close the racial wealth gap through homeownership could expand to Thurston County, as the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) evaluates the next steps in exploring the Black Home …
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Port of Olympia Commissioners Amy Evans Harding and Jasmine Vasavada were elected to a newly created subcommittee that will oversee master planning efforts for the Port Peninsula.
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Olympia Artspace Alliance (OAA) announced “Hibernate, A Celebration of Rest, Home, and Creativity,” a new exhibition featuring art installations by students from Olympia schools, …
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Downtown Olympia faces significant flooding risks and infrastructure strain, as rising sea levels push groundwater levels higher, a groundwater study revealed at the Olympia Sea Level Rise …
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The Tumwater City Council voted to pass a resolution on Tuesday, Dec. 3, providing a policy statement that affirms the council’s “commitment to equality, dignity, and protection of civil …
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Starting on Jan. 13, Washington State’s 105-day biennial legislative session will begin, with lawmakers poised to address fiscal and policy issues in light of leadership changes and a stronger …
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The Olympia School District (OSD)’s Teaching & Learning, Technology, and Student Support staff updated the school board on the 2024-25 Professional Development (PD) Plan mid-year …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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12/10/24
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The Tumwater Fire Department nominated Scott Piper as firefighter of the year.
The proclamation was made on Tuesday, Dec. 3, during the Tumwater City Council meeting where Piper was given …
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A desire to expand its footprint in the city of Tumwater has Costco Wholesale on a path to develop a new location in the southwest part of town.
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The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) approved the award of $19.7 million in federal transportation funding to a slate of projects across the region. The funding will support critical road, …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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12/9/24
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The Tumwater City Council voted to adopt the city’s 2025-26 budget on Tuesday, Dec. 3.
The adopted budget contains a $5.7 million deficit in the general government fund to be …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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12/9/24
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On Dec. 3, the Lacey City Council unanimously passed a proclamation declaring the city's commitment to fostering a safe, welcoming and inclusive community for all.
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Leonor R. Fuller Gallery at the South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is hosting the 14th annual Fine Art Postcard Exhibition from Jan. 6 to Feb. 7, 2025, with the theme “Forgotten …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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12/9/24
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To address potential jail overcrowding, the Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) has approved a one-year extension of its contract with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office to …
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By Kameko Marquez
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12/6/24
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The Washington State Board of Natural Resources (BNR) approved another batch of timber harvest from Capitol State Forest for the second time in two months.
This time, the board authorized in a 4-1 …
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