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The Olympia Arts Commission approves the concept of a welcome figure, a 12-foot carving that represents the local estuary and acknowledges salmon restoration efforts.
Olympia commission approves native artist Andrea Wilbur-Sigo's concept for new 12-foot welcome figure for Isthmus Park
The Olympia Arts Commission approved native artist Andrea Wilbur-Sigo's concept for a 12-foot welcome figure carving on Thursday. The sculpture will represent the local estuary and the … more
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The Port of Olympia Commission ratified a contract with ILWU Local 47B which has been negotiating for its contract since 2022.
After years of negotiation, Port of Olympia ratifies contract with union representing marina and boatyard employees 
The Port of Olympia Commission unanimously voted to ratify a contract with ILWU Local 47B, which represents the workers at Swantown Marina & Boatworks.   Executive Director Alex Smith … more
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The Tumwater General Government Committee along with Planning Managaer Brad Medrud (bottom) met on Wednesday, November 13, to discuss an ordinance to streamline land use permit applications.
Tumwater's own committees are recommending streamlining permit applications 
The Tumwater Planning Commission and General Government Committee recommended that the city council amend Tumwater Municipal Code Title 14, which contains provisions for administering the … more
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At a meeting yesterday, November 13, 2024, Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners met with Community Planning and Economic Development representatives for the proposed Countywide Planning Policies update. Community Planning and Economic Development Director Ashley Arai (right) and Strategic Operations Coordinator Andrew Boughan (left) are photographed. 
Thurston County Countywide Planning Policies to include tribes, Urban Growth Area adjustments 
Thurston County’s Countywide Planning Policies (CWPP) are set to be revised regarding tribal participation and Urban Growth Area swaps.   Community Planning and Economic Development … more
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A view of the Port of Olympia
Port of Olympia Commission greenlights second warehouse 
Plans for a second warehouse at the marine terminal are moving forward after the Port of Olympia Commission unanimously voted to greenlight the project.   After conducting a town hall … more
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Councilmember Lisa Parshley holds up Olympia's water resources calendar at a council meeting in October 2024.
Olympia City Councilmember Lisa Parshley set to resign
The City of Olympia will likely seek applications for a new city councilmember as soon as November 27, as Councilmember Lisa Parshley has pledged to resign as soon as her election to the state … more
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Lacey City Planning Commission, joined by Sarah Schelling, discusses proposed changes to permit procedures prompted by Senate Bill 5290 at a public hearing on November 13, 2024.
Lacey Planning Commission considers new permit timelines, compliance rules 
Lacey's Planning Commission held a public hearing Wednesday, Nov. 13, to discuss proposed amendments to its Development Guidelines and Public Works Standards Manual, prompted by Senate Bill 5290. … more
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The students' art featured on a street sweeper.
Olympia recognizes students who help promote stormwater pollution prevention through their art 
The Olympia City Council, on Tuesday, recognized three talented middle school students whose artworks were chosen to be featured on a new city street sweeper... more
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Holding a copy of Free Boy, Mayor Dontae Payne emphasizes that Charles Mitchell's story demonstrates that slavery reached the Pacific Northwest and existed in Washington. 
Olympia City Council passes landmark resolution calling for reparations study
 In a unanimous vote, the Olympia City Council passed a resolution urging the state and federal governments to create commissions to study reparations for the descendants of enslaved African … more
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Olympia City Council meeting, Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. The Olympia City Council holds a second and final public hearing on the 2025 operating and Capital Facilities Plan budget.
Olympia's budget proposal includes position cuts, addition of a council support assistant
To meet a projected $3.9 million deficit in its 2025 budget, the City of Olympia is planning to cut 26.75 positions across various departments. At yesterday's city council meeting, City Manager … more
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TRPC received a total of $24 million in fund requests, exceeding the nearly $19.2 million in federal grants available funding. 
Regional planning council considers how to spend federal grants for streets, trails, buses
The Thurston Regional Planning Council's Technical Advisory Committee was briefed on a draft funding scenario that would distribute approximately $19.2 million in federal transportation grants among … more
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Karen Sixkiller's Ember 2, 2024 Percival Please People's Choice Awardee
Olympia opens submissions for the 2025 Percival Plinth Project 
Olympia invites artists from Washington and Oregon to submit sculptures for its annual Percival Landing exhibition. The deadline for submission is on Jan. 6, 2025.    Up to 18 … more
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The Lacey City Human Services Work Group reviews new funding caps and application limits for the city’s $300,000 grant program to further boost support for local non-profits
Lacey committee reviews changes to $300,000 Human Services Grant Program
The Lacey City Council’s Human Services Work Group (HSWG) met to review proposed revisions to the Human Services Grant Program (HSGP), a $300,000 annual fund supporting nonprofits that serve … more
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Art by Eileen Bochsler
Olympia seeks artists of all mediums for the cover artists for 2025 Arts Walk
Olympia is accepting submissions for the 2025's Cover Artist, which is due Nov. 18; the Olympia-based Arts Walk celebrates and showcases local artists' work. Olympia selects and commissions two … more
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Thurston County general election unofficial results as of November 8, 4:01 p.m.
November 5, 2024 General Election Last updated on 11/08/2024 4:01 p.m. more
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Finance Director Troy Niemeyer’s slide presentation shows that they brought down the deficit by reducing expenditures from $105.9 million to $102.6 million. 
Tumwater reduces projected 2025-26 budget loss to $6.8 million 
City of Tumwater staff reduced the estimated loss in its draft 2025-26 budget from $10 million to $6.8 million.   When city staff presented on October 22 an update on the budget they are … more
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The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) proclaimed November 11, as Veterans Day in Thurston County at its November 5 meeting. Veterans present in the meeting room were asked to stand up and were honored with a round of applause.
Thurston County proclaims Veterans Day, veteran commissioners receive Quilts of Valor 
During election day on Tuesday, November 5,  the Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) proclaimed Monday, November 11, as Veterans Day in Thurston County.    more
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After the decision, board member Chris Reykdal was seen leaving the other board members and not returning afterward.
State Board of Natural Resources approves sale of timber on 430 acres of forestland in Thurston County
The atmosphere in the room was so tense that even before the board started deliberating on its vote, one person from the audience was heard shouting. The vote took place on Election Day as voters waited to learn who would become the next Commissioner of Public Lands. more
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Thurston County general election unofficial results as of 5:37 p.m. on November 7
Thurston County Auditor | Elections | November 5, 2024 General Election November 5, 2024 General Election Last updated on 11/07/2024 5:37 PM more
The Olympia Planning Commission, alongside Joyce Phillips, discusses proposed changes to the Capital Facilities Plan, including new affordable housing provisions, climate resilience, and creating more equitable urban development. 
Olympia updates Capital Facilities Plan  
Joyce Phillips, Principal Planner for Community Planning & Development, offered a detailed update on the revisions proposed for the goals and policies within the Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) as … more
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