Thursday, October 1, 2026
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) appointed Leonard Hernandez as the new County Manager yesterday, February 12.
Hernandez, who previously served in a similar capacity in San …
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Tuesday’s the last day for voters in eight Thurston County school districts to turn in their ballots on any of several kinds of school-related measures.
Replacement levies are …
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The Olympia Arts Commission recommended 17 sculptures for new public art installations at Percival Plinth Landing to the city council for approval.
On Thursday, Olympia's Arts Program and …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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2/12/24
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Olympia’s Hearing Examiner approved the plan to subdivide 3.31 acres at 1515 Middle Street SE into a 16-lot townhome subdivision subject to modified conditions focused on public safety and …
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On February 12, it will be 50 years since federal Judge George Boldt issued the landmark decision that fully recognized the Indian fishing rights spelled out in the 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty. This …
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The Governor’s Mansion Foundation (GMF) announced the passing of its founder and former Washington State first lady, Nancy Bell Evans, on Friday, January 26. She was 90.
She is survived by …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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2/9/24
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The Lacey City Council strengthened its call to “dismantle racism” as it officially proclaimed February as Black History Month.
The proclamation, read by the whole council, …
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By JC Medina
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2/9/24
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Tumwater residents near Cleveland Avenue expressed their concern regarding the impact of the E Street Connection project.
The road project will connect Capitol Boulevard to Cleveland Avenue by …
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Building upon previous collaborative efforts towards regional climate action, the Lacey City Council authorized the city manager to sign an Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with Thurston County and the …
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Recognizing the important contributions of African Americans, the Olympia City Council honored February 2024 as Black History Month.
Council members took part in reading the proclamation on …
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) agenda-setting meeting on Tuesday, February 6, was marked by discussions surrounding the annual Point in Time Homeless Census and the Right of Way …
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By JC Medina
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2/7/24
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners recently approved the motion to update the membership and charter of the Thurston County Law & Justice Council during its meeting on Tuesday, February …
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By JC Medina
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2/7/24
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The Olympia City Council approved the proposed 2024 work plans for the Land Use and Environment Committee, Community Livability and Public Safety Committee, and Finance Committee yesterday, February …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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2/7/24
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Some 90 community members gathered last night for a public reception to meet the four finalist candidates for the Port of Olympia’s executive director position. The reception was held at the …
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Olympia's Cultural Access Advisory Board approved its annual work plan on Thursday, February 1. It outlines ongoing tasks such as advising on cultural programs and supporting community outreach …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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2/2/24
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Officials from the Washington State Auditor's Office said Lacey has generally been compliant with local and state laws, regulations and policies but the city also found itself under scrutiny …
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By JC Medina
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2/1/24
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A proposed affordable housing development by the South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity at 2502 8th Avenue SE in Olympia would face significant unexpected costs as city staff outlined extensive off-site …
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Lake management company Northwest Aquatic Eco-Systems announced its closure on Saturday, January 24.
The company has been providing aquatic weed and algae removal services since 1981, serving …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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2/1/24
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has given the green light to three contracts to address climate change concerns and update its comprehensive plan.
During its meeting on …
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Thurston County reminds community members of next week's voter registration deadlines for the February 13 special election.
In a press release, the Office of the County Auditor reminded that …
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1/31/24
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