Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Tumwater School District (TSD) Superintendent Kevin Bogatin expressed the district’s support for the Washington State Department of Natural Resources—Board of Natural Resources …
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Olympia's Planning Commission convened on October 24 to refine the city's second draft of the transportation chapter in the city's comprehensive plan.
The proposed plan sets policy changes to …
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The planned expenditure for Tumwater's 2025-26 biennium is $10 million above its revenues, but city staff will continue to explore ways to reduce the gap.
According to a preliminary …
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Thurston County is set to pilot its voluntary Thurston County - Court Alternative Program (TC-CAP), a hybrid version of San Diego’s Homeless Court, through a 12-month program.
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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10/25/24
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Though the Olympia City Council has yet to determine a clear path forward on the Workers' Bill of Rights and minimum wage increase proposals, all councilmembers agreed to have a more in-depth …
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Supporters of the Davis-Meeker Oak tree will gather on Sunday, October 27, to walk 2.7 miles of the path of Cowlitz trail, beginning at the historic Oregon White Oak ( Quercus garryana ) tree …
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Olympia City Manager Jay Burney unveiled a multi-pronged plan to shrink its 2025 operating budget deficit. Among the recommendations include staff reductions, organizational changes, and the …
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The City of Lacey plans to acquire a surplus parcel of land from the LOTT Clean Water Alliance and erect an affordable housing structure directly across from Komachin Middle School.
Plans …
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A historic tug boat called the Parthia will soon be a roadside display near Olympia Farmers Market.
On November 4, the South Sound Maritime Heritage Association (SSMHA), in partnership with the …
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Olympia City officials have proposed increasing utility rates, permit, and impact fees as part of the 2025 budget, aimed at supporting critical infrastructure, and other municipal services.
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The Thurston County Auditor’s Office is reminding community members that the last day of voter registration date before the November 5 election is at the end of the month.
Remote …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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10/22/24
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The Thurston County Auditor’s Office announced earlier today that it has already updated over 30,000 voter records among more than 200,000 registered voters in the county.
In a press …
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For the first time, the Squaxin Island Tribe’s flag was raised along with the United States and Washington State flags at a ceremony today at the Olympia School District's offices.
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Tumwater will acquire two properties as necessary right-of-way for a culvert project on Percival Creek.
Tumwater City Council approved the acquisition of the properties for $34,050 as …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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10/21/24
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The City of Olympia seeks community members interested in serving on various committees. The application period is open and runs until Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, at 4 pm.
Planning Commission. …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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10/21/24
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New Life Baptist Church is hosting a meet-and-greet event for voters and would-be voters in Thurston County tomorrow, Saturday, October 19 at New Life Baptist Church, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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10/18/24
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The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) seeks public comment on its proposal to the 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program—Local Solicitation for $19,532.09 …
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Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) proposes allocating 9,915 low-income housing units for Lacey to meet county-wide affordable housing targets; according to Planning Manager Ryan Andrews' …
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The Olympia City Council recognized 13 students for contributing to raising awareness about stormwater pollution prevention and water conservation best practices through their artworks.
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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10/18/24
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The Olympia City Council on Tuesday, October 15, passed a resolution opposing Washington state's Initiative 2124, which would make the state's long-term care insurance program voluntary.
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