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This morning, the cats woke me at 6:30 a.m., and as I stumbled around in semi-darkness, I heard a joyous song coming through the open window. It was an American Robin greeting the coming dawn. This …
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Urban farming parks are "conditionally" feasible in Olympia, according to a recent study that explored the potential of developing an urban farm park within the city to support local food production …
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Give your child a chance to explore Puget Sound and uncover natural wonders in the estuary. Kids will learn about the flora and fauna living in Puget Sound while training themselves as future …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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3/27/24
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Olympia Fire Chief Matt Morris unveiled a financial strategic plan to upgrade the department's fleet by adding two new fire engine trucks.
At the Finance Committee meeting on Monday, Morris …
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Police arrested a suspect who allegedly used a fraudulent credit card to check in at the Hilton Garden Inn located at 2100 Henderson Park SE on February 28 in the afternoon.
According to the …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/26/24
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Olympia’s Use of Force Events Board cleared an Olympia police officer who returned fire during the 11-hour standoff in Tumwater last December 2022, saying the use of force was justified.
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The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee heard a proposal for a planned project to transform an old house into two commercial establishment spaces at 1711 4th Avenue E.
At the committee meeting on …
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South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is hosting the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) Pacific Rim Regional competition today, March 22, until Sunday, March 24.
The event will …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/22/24
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Joint Animal Services encourages pet lovers to purchase an adoption gift certificate that community members can use for themselves or as a gift to loved ones instead of getting animals more …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/22/24
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FC Olympia has announced through their website that they are set to take over Lacey Lights FC for the upcoming 2024 season to elevate and expand local semi-pro soccer opportunities in Thurston …
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3/22/24
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Olympia's Climate Program Director, Dr. Pamela Braff, spoke at the city council meeting on Tuesday, March 19, to promote the "Switch is On," a regional campaign that aims to educate and inspire …
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The Evergreen State College outdoor track and field team had a productive weekend competing in the Pacific Lutheran University Open last March 15 to16 at Parkland in Tacoma, highlighted by their haul …
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By Vince Zafra
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3/21/24
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Olympia Police Department (OPD) and Olympia Fire Department (OFD) responded to a report of two unconscious individuals lying on the ground on Northbound Cooper Point on February 25.
Responding …
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At Tuesday's Olympia City Council meeting, 29 community members expressed various views on rental protections and relocation assistance. Some called the proposed amendments "thinly veiled rent …
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Witness the splendor of Olympia Family Theater (OFT)’s 2024 Gala at the South Puget Sound Community College as the night transports you to the whimsical world of The Wizard …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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3/20/24
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Capital Mall Triangle Subarea update plans include increasing street connections, affordable housing
Olympia Community Planning and Development senior planner David Ginther outlined key recommendations in the proposed Capital Mall Triangle Subarea Plan, focusing on various aspects of transportation, …
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After the court decided to halt school closure processes last week, Olympia School District (OSD)’s 2023-2024 projected ending fund balance (EFB) is now set to $9,800,927 million.
There is …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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3/19/24
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Starting Monday, March 18, the final stage of a geotechnical survey is set to take place, involving drilling into the ground to collect samples along Deschutes Parkway near the 5th Avenue Dam.
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/19/24
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Artesian Soccer and the Oly Soccer Foundation will hold their third annual fundraising Gala Night to support their youth outreach and local soccer programming on Saturday, March 23, at Nicole’s …
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Olympia has received full funding of $893,607 from the Washington State Department of Transportation for an improvement project along Boulevard Road.
Slated to commence by spring 2024, the …
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