Friday, October 2, 2026
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A street and parking lot closure will be temporarily implemented in celebration of the upcoming Lula Fest on September 23, Saturday. Additionally, another street …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/20/23
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Olympia Community members backed the sidewalk projects outlined in the preliminary Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) and offered to work with the city in establishing priorities should the city council …
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The start of the school year often signals the start of the volunteer season as people return to their previous routines. However, due to the pandemic, some folks have not returned to their previous …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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9/19/23
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This is a story without words. Click the photo to see the photo caption.
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On Wednesday, September 13, the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a presubmission conference on a proposal to construct two triplexes on the 1.60-acre Taylor Short Plat subdivision along Cooper …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/18/23
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The two recent gun incidents in Olympia’s Capital High School urged the Olympia School District (OSD) to hold the second reading and adoption of two threat and security-related policies.
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Two residents of Evergreen Park Lane in Olympia voiced their concerns about the growing homeless encampments in their neighborhood.
At Tuesday's Olympia City Council meeting, Birgit Miller …
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South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) announced the return of its community magazine, Soundwaves.
After a year-long hiatus, the magazine is back with a new look and content, featuring …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/15/23
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Thurston County and Olympia proclaimed September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month during their respective meetings Tuesday, September 12.
Olympia’ City Council cited the American …
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The Olympia City Council, on Tuesday, approved the Arts Commission's recommendations to purchase "A Song for Nurturing Peace" by Nancy Thorne-Chambers, which won the 2023 Percival Plinth People's …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/14/23
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This Saturday, September 16, classical music enthusiasts in Washington, will witness a remarkable performance by the Olympia Symphony Orchestra as they take center stage to perform the American …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/14/23
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Next week has a lot of fun in store for you. Join these local events with your family and friends.
2023 Zonta of Olympia- Hotel Olympian Gala Extravaganza, Saturday, September 16 Jenny Greenlee …
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9/14/23
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Olympia plans to convert its Plum Street Village from a homeless shelter into an elevated workforce entry, supported home village to help its residents secure employment and permanent housing.
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The Olympia City Council last night approved the first reading of the interlocal agreement that would support a regionally coordinated implementation of the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan (TCMP).
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Councilmember and LEOFF chair Jim Cooper asked the board to take a moment and reflect on "an important day in history" to pay tribute to the law enforcement and firefighters who served during critical emergencies.
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/12/23
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The Olympia Law Enforcement and Fire Fighter (LEOFF) Disability Board is contemplating reevaluating its medical and dental reimbursement policy to improve the implementation of the reimbursement …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/12/23
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During a board meeting last Thursday, September 7, the Olympia School District (OSD) held the first reading of the Series 3000 concerning student policies.
The board reviewed the recommended …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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9/12/23
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Amelia Layton, head staff of the Olympia Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC), presented the updated LTAC policy to make the program accessible and equitable and provide an easier process for …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/11/23
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The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) met to discuss plans and updates regarding Lodging Tax applications and fund allocation for the upcoming years.
Discussions centered on determining the …
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On Wednesday, the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a presubmission conference on a proposed 35-unit residential development on 8th and Adams Street.
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/8/23
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