Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Thurston County's Eld Inlet and Henderson Inlet are among fifteen shellfish harvest areas in the state facing potential harvest restrictions due to heightened levels of fecal bacteria in the water.
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Wildfires are expected to worsen and appear more frequently as the dry and warm conditions are anticipated this spring and summer.
The Department of Ecology declared a drought emergency for most …
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Puget Sound Energy (PSE) representatives discussed the company's Wildfire Program and a new initiative, Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS), with the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) at a meeting …
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Calling all artists!
The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners invites residents and employees to showcase their creativity by participating in the Thurston County Art Contest.
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/9/24
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In response to a statewide license plate shortage, the Thurston County Auditor’s Office, alongside eight licensing subagents, will be issuing temporary permits to passenger vehicle licensing …
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Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) set a public hearing for animal control related fees on June 4 to amend Thurston County Municipal Code (TMC) Section 9.10 (Animal Control).
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Glenn Harper is a very busy man.
He works as a certified home care aide and end-of-life doula. He started hosting Death Cafes on Zoom during the pandemic about three years ago and now …
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) and Olympia City Council separately issued proclamations recognizing the contributions of public servants working to serve the community.
During …
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By Lorilyn Lirio and JC Medina
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5/8/24
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The Thurston County Auditor’s Election Division is inviting community members to serve as “For” and “Against” committee members for the upcoming August 6 Primary …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/7/24
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“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place,” from William Whyte’s 1952 book “Is Anyone Listening?”
Margaret Schwarze, …
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OLYMPIA — The opportunity to become a candidate for office during Washington’s 2024 elections opened Monday . During candidate filing week, candidacies can be declared until 5 p.m. …
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Submitted by the Washington state Office of the Secretary of State
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5/6/24
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On the night of May 1, the Thurston County Narcotics Task Force (TNT) arrested a local dealer of fentanyl, according to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) post .
The operation, …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/6/24
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The Housing Authority of Thurston County (HATC)’s 2023 Annual Community Report showed that the organization had admitted 296 new households to its voucher rental assistance program and lifted …
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Intercity Transit (IT) won two top awards at the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) 2024 International Bus Roadeo competition, which was held last weekend in Portland, Oregon.
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/2/24
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Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) has taken a sex offender into custody following reports of sexual assault after luring them to a secluded place before being assaulted and is asking other …
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Thurston’s County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved the Sheriff’s two single-source purchases for six Grappler and five StarChase units to aid in vehicle pursuits.
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In a show of recognition and celebration, the Thurston Board of County Commissioners officially declared May Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.
The board's proclamation …
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By JC Medina
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5/1/24
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Tumwater Police Department (TPD) responded to reports of suspicious activity involving a BMW SUV on Monday, April 27, where individuals were seen tossing items, including clothes and a car seat, …
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The Port of Olympia’s new executive director, Alexandra Smith, addressed dozens of questions last week, including about the marine terminal’s profitability and said she supports having …
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What a fun place to live, from volunteers planting trees, Procession of the Species to rummage sales
I am a little late with this information, but Earth Day was a big success in our communities. Trees hold a special place in my heart, so Earth Day is one of my favorite holidays, and clearly, I am …
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