Friday, October 2, 2026
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International freight conditions continue to benefit the Port of Olympia’s marine terminal operations, according to Finance Director Tad Kopf’s presentation to the Port Commission on …
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In Thurston County, Washington, we have a unique non-profit that is dedicated to creating and maintaining safe, healthy, and affordable rental homes for those who need them the most. Since its …
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Councilmember calls to tackle systemic challenges.
On Tuesday, September 10, the Olympia City Council unanimously approved the “ Olympia Strong ” economic development strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at addressing economic disparities …
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Sherwood State Forest in Washington’s Mason County escaped the industrial clear-cutting that transformed much of the Northwest last century.
It was selectively logged in the early 1900s, …
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The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a pre-submission conference on Wednesday to discuss plans for the renovation of the city's historic Armory building .
The redevelopment …
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Hello, my fellow book people! Today, we’re diving into the Washington State Book Awards, a project of The Washington Center for the Book (an affiliate of The Library of Congress …
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By Amy Lewis
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9/16/24
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The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) presented an update to the Port of Olympia Commission about the Deschutes Estuary project on Monday, September 9.
The presentation is a …
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By the middle of September, this year’s successes and failures are apparent.
For instance: After all these years of gardening, I still failed to thin the carrots enough, and forgot to …
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Olympia is holding off on transitioning its fire engine fleet to electric power due to concerns over the specialized charging requirements and higher price tags of current electric models. …
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The Olympia Sea Level Rise Collaborative Executive Committee has approved a two-year work plan and budget to advance six key initiatives prioritizing strategies and investment for best responding to …
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Thurston County has officially declared September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, with a focus on reducing suicide through education, advocacy, and community support.
The …
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By JC Medina
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9/11/24
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A year-long case by the Joint Animal Services (JAS) Commission resulted in the conviction of a resident involved in an animal fighting operation.
Martin Stanley Peters was convicted …
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By JC Medina
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9/11/24
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Thurston County’s Community Planning and Economic Development Department (CPED) reported to the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) about the Thurston 2045 periodic update to the comprehensive plan . …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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9/10/24
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This year’s Thurston County Fair wa s “ a great success , ” Fair and Event Center Manager Thomasina Cooper reported to the Board of County Commissioners ( BoCC ) on Wednesday, …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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9/9/24
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has confirmed in a statement the ongoing investigation into Commissioner Emily Clouse and her suspension from external advisory boards and …
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Thurston County’s Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) will hold a no-cost immunization clinic at Grand Mound Elementary School on Friday, Sept . 13 , from 5 to 7 p.m.
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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9/9/24
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The Puget Sound Estuarium is featuring various kid-friendly activities this September, from educational to sensory ones.
The regular Pier Peer returns on September 12 from 7 to 9 p.m. at …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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9/9/24
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During its September 3 meeting, the Thurston Board of County Commissioners officially proclaimed September 11 as a First Responders Day in Thurston County.
The proclamation honored …
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Invasive European green crabs have likely found a lasting home in Washington’s coastal waters and parts of Puget Sound.
The question now is whether the state can pinch down hard enough on …
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The local events set for this weekend and next week would be fun for families and friends.
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9/6/24
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