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North Thurston Public Schools’ Envision Career Academy held its graduation ceremony on June 13 at the Koval Center for the Performing Arts. Envision is an NTPS choice high school using a …
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Submitted by Amy Blondin, North Thurston Public Schools
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7/3/24
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The Port of Olympia reported its financial report for the first quarter 2024.
Finance Director Tad Kopf presented the report to the Port Commission on Monday, June 2024. In contrast to past …
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The North Thurston High School Class of 2024 graduated on June 12 in a ceremony at Saint Martin’s University in Lacey. According to the list provided by North Thurston Public Schools, 263 …
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By Jeffrey Westbrook
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7/2/24
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The Thurston Regional Housing Council has implemented the Affordable Housing Capital Pipeline, which is a docket of affordable housing projects planned to be funded on a three-year schedule. …
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Tumwater’s Davis-Meeker Oak has been in the news lately, with passions running high on both sides. Here we are in 2024, hotly debating the value of a tree. We have millions of trees in Western …
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Intercity Transit has announced its service schedule for Independence Day, Thursday, July 4. The bus company’s Dial-A-Lift, local, and Express services will operate on a weekend-level …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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7/1/24
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Yelm High School (YHS)’s Class of 2024 marched to their graduation at the Tacoma Dome on June 9.
The YHS Band played the Processional “Pomp and Circumstance,” and the …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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7/1/24
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As the 4th of July approaches, it is important to remember that while fireworks are a thrilling way to celebrate Independence Day, Joint Animal Services (JAS) reminds us that they can be distressing …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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6/28/24
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Motorists are advised of lane reductions on Tumwater’s Crosby Boulevard SW and Mottman Road SW, and Waddell Creek Road SW outside the city will be closed and detoured.
Waddell Creek …
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6/28/24
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The River Ridge High School graduation ceremony took place on June 11 at Saint Martin’s University.
The ceremony began with musical performances by the River Ridge Symphony orchestra, and …
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Submitted by Amy Blondin, North Thurston Public Schools
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6/28/24
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Barbara Lawrence is a longtime friend, a Suquamish elder, and a gifted storyteller. Last weekend she told Suquamish stories at Benaroya Hall in Seattle . In every story, she made reference to …
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In the early hours of Wednesday, June 19, a routine traffic stop near Marvin Road escalated into a pursuit involving the Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) and a suspect vehicle.
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By Darlanne Cruz
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6/28/24
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Port of Olympia staff shared updates on the progress of several capital improvement projects at the Olympia Regional Airport this year.
Capital Assets Program Manager James Sommer presented …
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As the 4th of July approaches, excitement is building for the upcoming Independence Day celebration.
The Cities of Lacey, Olympia, and Tumwater remind residents that fireworks cannot be sold, …
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Check these local events and celebrate pride and independence.
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6/27/24
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June’s long hours of sunlight make it possible to spend an hour or so either before or after our work hours checking out what birds are up to at the time when the birds are most active and …
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Zachary Dickinson was sentenced to four years in prison for first-degree animal cruelty and unlawful possession of a firearm on June 21, according to the Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney (TCPA) …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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6/27/24
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The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has announced that the Coastal Community Action Program (CCAP) will provide HIV case management services in Thurston County.
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Highlights at North Thurston Public Schools’ Board of Directors June 18 meeting included a celebration of retiring Superintendent Dr. Debra Clemens and the swearing-in of incoming …
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By Jeffrey Westbrook
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6/26/24
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Sheriff’s deputies engaged in a car chase, going after a felon charged with violating a protection order.
On the night of June 25, Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) deputies …
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