Thursday, October 1, 2026
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The approaching Halloween days will be complete with these awesome local events.
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10/19/23
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The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) announced its unveiling of Strong Start, a universal developmental screening system.
This free online tool empowers parents, caregivers, and …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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10/19/23
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As part of recognizing Flood Awareness Week, the Board of County Commissioners urged all residents to take steps to prepare for the impacts of natural and human-caused disasters in their homes, …
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By JC Medina
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10/18/23
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The Thurston County Planning Commission briefed the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on October 16, regarding the proposed updates to the Lacey Joint Plan, focusing on enhancing predictability …
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Joshua Cummings, Director of Community Planning and Economic Development, met with the Thurston Board of County Commissioners for the Habitat Conservation Plan update yesterday, October 17.
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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10/18/23
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Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) met yesterday, October 16, to hear the sixth update on the Shoreline Master Program (SMP) , focusing on shoreline variances, and sea level rise …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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10/17/23
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Thurston County encourages community members to prepare for the coming winter’s possible floods as part of its Flood Awareness Week, which is this week.
According to its press release, …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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10/17/23
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South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity (SPSHH) has partnered with a solar power company to power its housing projects.
According to a press release, Puget Sound Energy (PSE) awarded SPSHH with a …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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10/17/23
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Books, Brownies, and Beans is back! Celebrating its 20th year, this popular used book sale is among the largest one-day used book sales in the South Sound. All proceeds benefit three local nonprofit …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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10/17/23
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We are well into autumn in the PNW! The trees’ beautiful fall colors are at their peak and it is that time again for immunizations against winter viruses (influenza, COVID- and now maybe RSV). …
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Debra L. Glasser, M.D.
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10/17/23
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Two suspects were arrested after a high speed chase with Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) and Cowlitz County deputies last Friday.
Olympia Police Department first responded to a …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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10/17/23
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A woman is accused of assault, eluding law enforcement, possessing a stolen vehicle, and driving under the influence (DUI) was arrested again after a high-speed chase with authorities on October 10.
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The Thurston County Auditor’s Office and the Timberland Regional Library have joined forces to introduce the ‘Urge your Neighbor to Vote’ challenge to boost local voter …
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Most people assume they do not need to create an estate plan until much later in life — nearly 70% of Americans still don’t have an up-to-date Will, which means that estate planning is a …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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10/16/23
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Last year’s “triple-demic” marked the beginning of what may be a new normal: a confluence of respiratory infections — RSV, influenza, and COVID-19 — will surge as the …
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The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) has begun work on updating the region's long-range transportation plan, which guides transportation investments and policies for the next 20-25 years.
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Washington State Department and Transportation (WSDOT) has rescheduled the repairs on northbound Interstate 5 (I-5) and the dates and times announced here are the updated schedule.
On October 12 …
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10/13/23
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J.J. Prats was here - right here in Olympia - doing what he is known for, documenting history! Mr. Prats, a computer programmer turned history nerd, is the creator of the nonprofit Historical Marker …
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A few weeks ago, my neighbor and garden friend died after a difficult and painful illness. The sadness of this clings to me – and, I am sure, to his roommates, friends and co-workers.
He …
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PSE unveils programs related to transportation electrification, multiple forms of charging solutions
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) Product Development Manager Paul Gardner unveiled PSE's upcoming electric vehicle programs, which aim to promote the expansion of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and …
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