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This view above Tumwater Falls was not available to the public until April 1, 2021, when the new fish hatchery and remodeled Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls reopened.
Tumwater Falls Park reopens as Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls
Brewery Park at Tumwater Falls re-opened to the public yesterday, with some new amenities and a new name -- but without new signs yet. The Olympia Tumwater Foundation closed the park last year so it … more
The area at Beaver Creek considered for rezoning is highlighted in this image.
Rezoning effort to allow warehouses to be built near Beaver Creek receives 155 comments opposed
The Thurston County Commissioners voted unanimously to move a rezoning issue to the Official Docket of Comprehensive Plan amendments, after receiving 155 public comments against the rezoning. At … more
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Tumwater Mayor Pete Kmet administers the oath of office to incoming Councilperson Angela Jefferson on Monday, March 22, 2021. Photo courtesy of City of Tumwater.
Angela Jefferson appointed to Tumwater City Council
The Tumwater City Council appointed planning commission member Angela Jefferson to fill the council’s vacant position 2 seat. Jefferson replaces former councilperson Tom Oliva, who stepped … more
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The Tumwater City Council met on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, and discussed the candidates who applied to fill the council's vacant number 2 position.
Eight candidates vie for vacant Tumwater City Council seat
Eight candidates have tossed their hat in the ring for Tumwater City Council’s vacant position 2 seat — and all of the candidates are scheduled to have their say during a special public … more
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Tumwater City Council hears from Cheryl Heywood and Nicole Thode from Timberland Regional Library and Sarah Hock from Joint Animal Services at its meeting on Tue., Mar. 2, 2021.
Tumwater council hears updates about library, joint animal services, forestry plan
Tumwater City Council       Tumwater City Council met for a regular meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, March 2 at 7:00 p.m.   The council first heard from Executive … more
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Tumwater School Board met in-person and via Zoom for a work session on Thu., Feb. 25 at 5:00 p.m.
Tumwater School Board discusses School Improvement Plan for Littlerock Elementary
The Tumwater School Board met for a work session Thursday, February 25 at 5:00 p.m. First up on the agenda was a meeting with Littlerock Elementary School Principal, Glenn Spinnie regarding the … more
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Tumwater City Hall
Tumwater is seeking candidates for appointment to serve as Councilmember
The City of Tumwater is seeking candidates for appointment to serve as Councilmember for Council Position No. 2. This position is vacant following the resignation of Councilmember Tom Oliva, … more
Tumwater block grants workshop is Wed., Mar. 3
The City of Tumwater is seeking applications for 2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for eligible activities that either provide affordable housing in Tumwater or provide public … more
Tumwater Mayor Pete Kmet
Pete Kmet decides against seeking a fourth term as mayor of Tumwater
After guiding his city as it tripled in size over 29 years of public service to its citizens, Mayor Pete Kmet has decided to retire next December. He announced his decision at the annual State of … more
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Mayor Pete Kmet presented Councilmember Tom Oliva with a plaque in recognition of his years of service to the community on Wed., Feb. 17, 2020.
Tumwater City Council Says Final Farewell to Councilmember Tom Oliva During His Last Meeting
The Tumwater City Council met online for a regular meeting last night. With only a few things on the agenda, the majority of the meeting was dedicated to reflecting on Councilmember Tom Oliva’s … more
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Tumwater City Hall on a sunny day in July 2020.
Smoking and vaping outlawed in Tumwater Parks
Tumwater on Tuesday became the latest close-in jurisdiction to ban smoking and vaping in city parks, following suit with the cities of Olympia and Lacey and Thurston County, which have all passed … more
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Tumwater City Council Member Tom Oliva
Tom Oliva to exit Tumwater's city council next week
Public service has been an interesting and worthwhile responsibility, said Tumwater City Councilperson Tom Oliva, but that time is winding to a close after the three-time elected councilor announced … more
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Tumwater City Council meeting on Tue., Feb. 2, 2021.
Tumwater City Council prohibits sales of dogs and cats in pet shops
The Tumwater City Council held a short meeting last night via Zoom.  Ordinance No. 02021-002 Approved -  The "puppy mill" prohibition City Administrator, John Doan, explained a little … more
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Amy Cast, member of the Washington State School Directors Association (WSSDA) Leadership team, explains the responsibilities of the Board during the beginning of the workshop Thursday night.
Tumwater School District Board talks 2021-2022 budget during work session
The Tumwater School District Board met for a work session last night via Zoom. The meeting was facilitated by Amy Cast, a member of the North Shore School District Board for eight years, who is … more
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Tumwater City Council approved the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan at its meeting Tue., Jan. 19, 2021.
Tumwater City Council passes climate mitigation plan
Tumwater City Council met last night to discuss the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan, a 30-year interlocal agreement, that would acknowledge the urgency of global warming and the deterring effects of … more
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K-9 Arlo recovering at Oregon State University, accompanied by his handler, Deputy Tyler Turpin.
K-9 Arlo undergoes successful surgeries, is released from hospital
K-9 Arlo, a police dog with the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office who was shot twice last week, is recovering in leaps and bounds according to the sheriff’s office. Arlo became the … more
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Tumwater School District Board Member Sean Dotson discusses the Hybrid Opening Decision Framework for returning to school on Feb. 1 at the board's meeting on Jan. 14, 2021.
Tumwater School Board Talks Hybrid Learning Plan, Community Concerns, and Fall Sports
Tumwater School Board met last night for a regular board meeting to discuss a series of updates and community concerns. The district’s recent hybrid learning plan, announced yesterday, was a … more
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Four generations of children have posed behind photoboards at Lattin's Country Cider Mill and Farm south of Olympia. This one, standing just two feet next to the barn, survived the fire on January 12, 2021.
Fire spares Lattin’s Country Cider Mill & Farm business but destroys barn and equipment
Just before 10 pm last night fire took out the old barn at Lattin’s Cider Mill & Farm, damaging surrounding structures and trees. The cider mill, farm stand and bakery were not damaged … more
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Tumwater City Council Meeting on January 5, 2021.
Tumwater council discusses 10-year franchise agreement with Comcast
Last night the Tumwater City Council held their regular meeting. The main topic was a new Cable Franchise Agreement with Comcast Cable Communications Management. This 10-year agreement would … more
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Jamie Montalvo Martinez, top left, appears in custody to Thurston County Superior Court via Zoom on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020. Montalvo Martinez is charged with first-degree murder and first-degree arson.
Murder-arson suspect arrested; bail set at $1 million
On July 25 in Rainier, a 58-year-old man was killed in a house fire. Now, detectives say that fire was intentionally started, and authorities arrested a Tumwater resident yesterday. Jamie Montalvo … more
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