Move over chrysanthemums and dahlias: you’re not the only flowers blooming this fall. Here’s some competition:
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The Board of County Commissioners reviewed a draft policy regarding the public use of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at county facilities.
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Last month 44 Thurston County Republican Precinct Committee Officers gathered in the Remnant Church in Tumwater for an emergency meeting. It was an official proceeding, the chair of the Thurston …
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The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) has updated the Thurston Regional Trails Plan, and it is asking for the community's feedback by participating in a survey to help them shape the future …
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The Procession of the Species Celebration is making its comeback, and the public is invited to the Kick-off Gathering this Saturday, September 30 from 11a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Olympia Armory Creative …
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 09/28/23 at 12:05 AM in the 500 block of Duterrow Road SE, Sheriff’s deputies arrested William Wesley Blocker, 55, on suspicion of 4 th degree …
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9/29/23
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Three residents of the Legacy Affordable Retirement Communities (LARC) in Olympia sought help from the Olympia City Council, raising their concerns about the impact of a homeless encampment near …
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Olympia and the Catholic Community Services (CCS) recently won a $1 million grant from the Department of Justice’s Arrest and Jail Alternative (AJA) Law Enforcement Program.
Housing and …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/28/23
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The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) discussed the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) Contract K7016 for Criminal Justice Treatment Account (CJTA) funds yesterday, September 26.
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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9/28/23
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Olympia has presented its updated One Community Strategic Plan to guide the city's response to housing and homelessness for the next five years.
At the city council meeting on Tuesday, September …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/28/23
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The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has closed South Lilliwaup Beach for recreational shellfish harvesting and commercial shellfish harvest on adjacent tidelands.
According to DOH, …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/28/23
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Expecting a large crowd, I parked several blocks away from the New Traditions Café and set out dashing through the rain. It seems remarkable now – after several additional days of steady …
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By George Walter
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9/28/23
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The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) has made a statement on the termination of a corrections deputy following an internal investigation into allegations of sexual harassment.
Last …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/28/23
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Let us welcome October with family-friendly fun. Visit the events below to engage in the community.
Nisqually Watershed Festival 2023, Saturday, September 30 The Nisqually Watershed …
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9/28/23
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The Tumwater Recreational Basketball League is gearing up for an exciting season, and today is your last chance to register.
Boys and girls in grades 2 through 8 are eligible to join the …
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 09/27/23 at 2:15 AM in the 9100 block of Almond CT SE, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Michael David Boulet, 64, on suspicions of 1) obstructing a law …
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9/28/23
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If you have driven down Plum Street and thought you saw something new – well you have. The newest mural to grace downtown Olympia is on the wall of the Plum Street YMCA and …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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9/27/23
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The Port of Olympia and Olympia City Council authorized their respective managements to sign a petition seeking to establish a new taxing district to be called the Downtown Olympia - Downtown …
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Years in the making. The rumors floating in downtown Olympia are true: Sarah’s Love Bites has officially opened for business. After a dogged effort by Max Zavestra and Sarah Jenkins, they are …
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By Jay Fratt
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9/27/23
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Thurston County recently received a SolSmart Silver recognition for its continuous efforts in supporting and promoting the use of solar energy within the community.
Climate Mitigation Senior …
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