FC Olympia’s rebuilding men’s squad struggled to a relatively slow start in their 2024 campaign in the USL League Two (USL2) as they dropped their league opener against Tacoma Stars FC, …
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By Vince Zafra
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5/29/24
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On March 24, the Olympia Police Department (OPD) posted a request for public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an arson incident.
The Washington State Patrol located …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/29/24
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Olympia's Community Livability and Public Safety Committee voted to move to the city council the recommendation to create an independent Community Oversight Board, which enhances the community's role …
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In celebration of Pride Month, the Puget Sound Estuarium is hosting a series of events to recognize diversity through visibility of LGBTQIA+ individuals in STEM, as well as educate the community …
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There will be a temporary closure of Waddell Creek Road SW, from 90th Lane SW to 86th Lane SW, starting June 3 and continuing until June 30, according to Thurston County Public Works.
The …
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5/28/24
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The Community Livability and Public Safety Committee approved the Cultural Access Advisory Board's (CAAB) recommendation to fund 60 local organizations for over $2 million and forwarded the same to …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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5/27/24
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Olympia and Tumwater are set to spend $7.6 million to construct pedestrian and bicycle improvements along Mottman Road.
The Tumwater Public Works Committee agreed on Thursday, May 23, to …
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On May 11 at 4 p.m., the Olympia Police Department (OPD) responded to a reported theft at JCPenney, located at 625 Black Lake Boulevard SW.
According to the OPD police report, the …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/27/24
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Sixth graders complete an endangered species project
The students of Autumn Stevick and Jennifer Metsler are not just passive learners, but active investigators, as evidenced in a recent …
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By Shirley Stirling
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5/24/24
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An Olympia resident aired concerns about preemptive rent increases in the city, alleging that her landlord appeared to circumvent the new rental protection laws.
During the public comment …
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FC Olympia’s quest for another year of dominance in the USL W League Northwest Division is off to a flying start as they took light work of Tacoma Galaxy in a thumping 4-0 win in front of the …
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By Vince Zafra
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5/22/24
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The Thurston Regional Housing Council approved over $20 million in funding recommendations for homeless services and affordable housing projects at its meeting last Wednesday, May 8.
The …
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Port of Olympia’s four business lines all performed better than projections in 2023, the port’s year-end financial report showed, but most of the agency's debt was excluded.
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The cities of Lacey, Olympia, and Tumwater, along with Thurston County, are set to host a Lodging Tax Funding Workshop for potential applicants on Wednesday, June 5, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Lacey …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/20/24
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When the invasive spongy moth is in its caterpillar phase, it isn’t a picky eater.
That’s part of the reason the bugs are so destructive. “They eat between [300] and 500 different types of plants,” said Karla Salp, a spokesperson for the Washington Department of Agriculture.
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5/17/24
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As I was walking down Washington Street NE last Friday morning, a homeless man standing in the shadows of the alley next to SK Market hailed me. “How ya doin’. “I …
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United Soccer League West: FC Olympia’s championship set to repeat?
Imagine winning the division just on your very first try in such a dominant fashion that you never lost to any team in …
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By Vince Zafra
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5/17/24
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Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, and Yelm have agreed to conduct a study on housing and racial disparities.
The Olympia City Council has approved a resolution that allows the city to enter into a …
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Olympia is continuing its Energize Olympia heat pump program in 2024 with the goal of engaging at least 550 residents by providing education on heat pump technology and installing additional heat …
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The Joint Animal Services Commission (JASCOM) has been actively enhancing its services and community outreach efforts, executive director Sarah Hock reports.
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By JC Medina
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5/16/24
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