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Thurston County has enforced an immediate closure on recreational shellfish harvesting in Eld Inlet after detecting high levels of a marine biotoxin linked to Diarrhetic Shellfish Poisoning (DSP). …
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I believe I have the cure for your post-holiday blahs. It is Jan. 31.
With three standout nonprofit events — the Oly Funk Fest, the Stayla and Loc-Oly Auction, and Seas the Night …
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The Dispute Resolution Center of Thurston County announced on Monday, Jan. 6, that it is now accepting nominees for its annual Evan Ferber Peacemaker Leadership Award.
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By Jerome Tuaño
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1/7/25
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Thurston County confirmed its first influenza-related death of the 2024-25 flu season, as flu activity continues to surge across Washington.
“Thurston County Public Health …
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By Kameko Marquez
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1/6/25
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The Thurston Regional Planning Council is taking a critical look at equity, as it updates the region's long-term transportation blueprint — the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).
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Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) issued a warning on Friday, Jan. 3, following a federal recall of Yaomiao Children’s Jewelry Sets .
The PHSS cautioned families …
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By Kameko Marquez
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1/6/25
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With a new director leading the Port of Olympia, 2024 was a year of renewal in some sense.
Perhaps the more obvious indicator that the Port is truly under new leadership is that the Port finally …
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The opening weekend of the new year is going to feel a lot like the closing weekend of last year — wet.
The National Weather Service forecast calls for a 90 percent chance of precipitation …
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By Wyatt Haupt Jr.
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1/3/25
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Traditional gardening clubs deserve a round of applause, an influx of young new members, and the thanks of a grateful nation.
For over 100 years, garden club members – …
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Welcome the new year with some new crafts or learnings of your own.
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The JOLT News Staff
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1/3/25
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The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) started 2025 with some big moves aimed at strengthening leadership, improving case resolution and bolstering its K-9 unit.
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By Kameko Marquez
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1/2/25
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With 2024 now in the rearview mirror, here is a recap of the issues and developments that helped define the year for Thurston County.
Clouse fiasco, a timeline of developments
In a move on August 13, …
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Thurston County is intensifying its commitment to mental health support, as Mental Wellness Month in January aligns with a recognition of loneliness as a public health crisis in December.
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It’s that time of year again! The gifts have been given, the family has gathered, houses are still glowing with the joy that only twinkling lights can bring, and parents are blowing up my …
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By Shannon Sankstone
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1/2/25
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The Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has expanded its courthouse facility dog program with the addition of Sky, an 18-month-old labrador retriever.
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Thurston County is seeking public participation on its 2025-30 Local Homeless Housing Plan.
The Washington State Department of Commerce …
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Thurston County residents are being targeted by scammers impersonating Sheriff Derek Sanders on Facebook. They use fake accounts to send fraudulent friend requests and demand money.
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The Thurston Conservation District (TCD) has issued a public advisory as king tides, the highest tides of early 2025, are forecast to surge into South Puget Sound from Jan. 4-6.
The tides, …
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According to the 2024 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count final report, Thurston County ranks fifth in the state of Washington for homelessness.
The Thurston County Office of …
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The Thurston County Public Health and Social Services Department is intensifying its efforts to protect public health following multiple complaints linking foodborne illnesses to the unpermitted food …
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