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Evidence suggests that students’ academic success, including improved student retention and enhanced academic experience, is linked to library usage.
TRL offers online resources to support students
Timberland Regional Library (TRL) offers a wide range and depth of educational tools for K-12 students in a variety of learning atmospheres, said Timberland Regional Library Executive Director Cheryl … more
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At the Olympia City Council meeting on October 4, 2022, Olympia Public Works Director Mark Russell said they hope to start the construction of the Fones Road improvement in 2023.
Olympia City Council opens public hearing for Fones Road improvement project
Olympia Public Works Director Mark Russell gave an overview of the Fones Road improvement project during the eminent domain public hearing at the city council meeting last night, October 4. "Fones … more
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Tumwater resident John Hayworth (top center) speaks at a public hearing of an ordinance opposing the annexation of Hopkins District into The Preserve.
Tumwater passes ordinance reversing Hopkins’ annexation
Residents of both The Preserve in Tumwater and Hopkins Drainage District gave opposing views on the direction stormwater flows between the two areas during a Tumwater city council meeting yesterday, … more
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Equity, Inclusion and Belonging specialist Olivia Salazar de Breaux is this year's National Recreation Parks Association (NRPA) Diversity scholarship recipient.
Olympia's equity specialist, Olivia Salazar de Breaux, awarded industry association scholarship
The National Recreation Parks Association (NRPA) awarded diversity scholarships to Olympia's Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging specialist Olivia Salazar de Breaux. At the city council meeting last … more
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) officially recognized October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month during the public meeting on Oct. 4, 2022.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) recognized October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During the commissioners’ October 4 meeting, Thurston's Senior Deputy Prosecuting … more
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Squaxin Island Tribe council Chairman Kris Peters thanked the Olympia City Council for honoring the indigenous people through a proclamation signed on October 4, 2022.
Olympia to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day this Monday
The Olympia City Council on Tuesday signed a proclamation designating Monday, October 10 as Indigenous Peoples' Day. The proclamation honors and acknowledges the indigenous people who have … more
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The Port of Olympia Commission agreed to accept the Option C map to set the boundaries of the new five districts.
Port Commissioners agree to propose new district boundaries that are the same as those to be proposed by the Board of County Commissioners
The Port of Olympia’s commissioners agreed to set its districts’ boundaries to match those of the County Commissioners during a work session held yesterday, October 3. Thurston … more
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At the Regional Fire Authority planning committee meeting on October 3, 2022, consultant to the RFA, Neil Blindheim, presented a table showing less regressive and favors small houses and small businesses with a formula with a square foot charge.
RFA committee reviews FBC formula with and without fire flow
RFA committee reviews FBC formula with and without fire flow Legal conundrum By Lorilyn C. Lirio The Regional Fire Authority planning committee is exploring a new Fire Benefit Charge (FBC) … more
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The Olympia Planning Commission convened virtually on October 3 to discuss their comment letter concerning the Capital Facilities Plan. The meeting adjourned with minor revisions to the commission’s comment letter about the CFP.
Another Olympia committee talks of the need for sidewalk improvement
Another Olympia committee talks of the need for sidewalk improvement After the Land Use and Environment and the Bicycle and Pedestrian committee raised their concern, the Olympia Planning … more
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This was part of the Ensign Road Homeless Encampment on October 3, 2022, with tents and debris spread across sections of the field next to the road. Another periodic cleanup is scheduled for October 6, 2022.
Ensign Road is to be closed Thursday
Olympia is warning community members and passing motorists of Ensign Road’s closure on Thursday, October 6, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. From Martin Way to Providence Lane, the road closure will … more
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Sharay Trotter, Dakota Seddon, and Coach Kevin Schultz nominated for Fifth Annual Thurston County Sports Awards
South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) congratulates student-athletes Sharay Trotter, Dakota Seddon, and Men’s Soccer Coach Kevin Schultz for being nominated in the fifth annual Thurston … more
Olympia's Community Livability and Public Safety Committee members interviewed Adan Espino Jr., applying for the Use of Force Board position on September 28, 2022.
Olympia committee starts recruitment process for Police Use of Force Board
Olympia's Community Livability and Public Safety started the recruiting process to fill vacancies on the Police Use of Force Board. Earlier, Strategic Communications Director Kellie Purce Braseth … more
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Olympia Site Plan Review Committee members unanimously approved the land use for a three-story mixed-use building on September 28, 2022.
Restaurant, apartment building to rise on Martin Way
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee yesterday approved the land use for a project proposal of a three-story building with a restaurant and housing units at 4336 Martin Way E. Olympia associate … more
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A five-year projection of Tumwater’s finances sees the fund balance falling under the required amount by 2027.
Tumwater’s fund balance projected to fall under the required minimum amount by 2027
According to data projections made by Tumwater's Finance Director, Troy Niemeyer, Tumwater’s fund balance is predicted to fall below the minimum required balance by 2027. The 2027 balance is … more
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At the city council meeting on September 27, 2022, Olympia designated Saturday, October 8, 2022, as Arbor Day. Image of children and families planting trees.
Arbor Day in Olympia proclaimed for Saturday, October 8
Olympia is inviting community members to participate in planting new trees as the city celebrates Arbor Day at Squaxin Park on Saturday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Olympia City … more
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The DAR essay contests for middle and high school students deal with issues and people who helped establish our country.
Essay contests open now for high school and middle school students
The local Sacajawea Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) has launched two essay contests for high school and middle school students in Thurston and Lewis Counties. These local … more
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This table shows current and anticipated 2023 vacancies on various Olympia boards and commissions.
Olympia announces upcoming vacancies on boards and commissions
Olympia will open its application period for boards and commissions for 2023 starting in October, Strategic Communications Director Kellie Purce Braseth announced at the Community Livability and … more
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The JOLT invites both letters and readers' comments about topics of specific interest to people in Thurston County communities.
Another deal with Weyerhaeuser? Residents here need answers first.
Dear JOLT Readers: According to an article in The Olympian, the Port of Olympia is dragging its feet on getting substantial public input for its next contract with Weyerhaeuser when it expires … more
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Olympia Finance Committee members get an update on a future technical and trades training center project at its meeting on September 21, 2022.
Olympia, LOTT, Port begin plans for a technical training center
The City of Olympia, LOTT Clean Water Alliance, and Port of Olympia are working together to plan a new technical and trade training center and anticipate seeking experts to develop programs to … more
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Olympia is set to revoke the hazard pay ordinance on October 31, 2022, Mayor Cheryl Selby announced at the council meeting on September 27, 2022. Image is a Jack O Lantern Halloween pumpkin on black background.
Olympia’s hazard pay ordinance for grocery workers turns into a pumpkin on Halloween
Olympia will cease implementation of its COVID-19-related ordinance that requires some grocery employers to pay hazard pay to some  workers on October 31, Mayor Cheryl Selby announced at the … more
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