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Lacey wins SolSmart silver solar energy leadership Silver designation

Lacey has been awarded a Silver designation from SolSmart, a national program that promotes the expansion of clean and affordable solar energy solutions at the local level. SolSmart evaluates … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 5/2/24

Cassidy Walchak-Sloan and Alisha Saucedo are expected to represent the Saints at various distance running events in the GNAC Championships.

Saint Martin’s Track and Field team steps up in Great Northwest Athletic Conference Finals

With only a couple of weeks left approaching the Conference Finals, the Saint Martin’s University Track and Field team is in their homestretch preparations to vie for all the marbles and was … more

By Vince Zafra | 4/30/24

The Olympia Host Lions Club maintains this Sensory Garden for our low-vision and blind community. Pictured is Lisa Ikeda, Lions District Governor, on Earth Day.

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 … more

By Kathleen Anderson | 4/30/24 | 1 comment

Troy Oliver, NTPS’s assistant superintendent of operations, will be the school district's supervisor.

North Thurston Public Schools assistant superintendent to take the helm

During a special meeting on Sunday, April 28, the North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) Board of Directors selected Troy Oliver as its next Superintendent. “I have been proud to work … more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/29/24

Lacey seeks applicants for board vacancy

The Lacey City Council is currently accepting recommendations from local organizations to fill a vacant position on the Capital Area Regional – Public Facilities District (CAR-PFD) board … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 4/26/24 | 1 comment

A bus pulling into the Intercity Transit bus stop in Olympia

Intercity Transit to bring services closer to pre-pandemic levels

Intercity Transit announced the enhancement to their bus services, with getting closer to pre-pandemic level of service as their goal. The transit authority outlined a series of adjustments … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 4/26/24 | 3 comments

According to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office, a caller claimed that a shooter was present at the school, prompting the school to contact law enforcement; the school entered into lockdown and then lockout status for the afternoon of April 25, 2024.

Nisqually Middle School locked down and locked out after threat yesterday

Thursday, April 25, 2024, at about 1 p.m., the Nisqually Middle School was under heavy police presence after a shooting threat was made via phone call. According to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 4/26/24

This is an aerial view of the Regional Athletic Center, or RAC, in Lacey.

Lacey considers expansion plans for Regional Athletic Complex

Lacey's Director of Parks provided a comprehensive update to the city council regarding the Regional Athletic Complex (RAC) Phase 3 Design Concept on Tuesday, April 23. Jen Burbidge … more

By JC Medina | 4/25/24

Lacey recognized for solar energy efforts

Lacey recently received a SolSmart Silver designation for its efforts to advance solar energy initiatives in the city. According to the city’s press release, Lacey was recognized for … more

By JC Medina | 4/25/24 | 1 comment

Dr. Justin Ainsworth, one of the finalists, is associate superintendent in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District in Palmer, Alaska.

Only two weeks in, incoming North Thurston Public Schools superintendent backs out

Dr. Justin Ainsworth, the newly hired and incoming superintendent of North Thurston School District (NTSD), has announced his resignation, triggering a new round of interviews to fill the post. … more

By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr. | 4/24/24

Destiny Conerly (#5), one of the seniors honored on SMU Seniors’ Day, catches a Nighthawks player out.

SMU Saints battle out NNU Nighthawks in softball series as seniors celebrated

The Saint Martin's University softball team paid tribute to the seniors in their final playing year for the Saints with a hard-fought battle against Northwest Nazarene, to which they won once in a … more

By Vince Zafra | 4/23/24

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High-speed chase results in shooting suspect’s arrest in Lacey

A man involved in a shooting incident was arrested after he attempted to flee law enforcement by following a high-speed chase that eventually led to the collision with a civilian vehicle on April 7. … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 4/22/24

Kayleese Dorfner for Timberline slides home

Timberline Blazers burn North Thurston Rams, 14-3

Timberline High School has always been a tough team to beat, with only one loss. It was a nice sunny day, April 15th Monday at the North Thurston High School, softball … more

Story and photos by Gloria Towne | 4/19/24

Portrait of Paul R Webb and the cover of his book, History of the Lacey Fire Department—The First Decade: Personal Remembrances of Growing Up in LFD

Paul R. Webb – Lacey Historian of the Year 2024

The Lacey Historical Society has announced that one of its members, retired firefighter Paul R. Webb, has been selected as Ken Balsley Lacey Historian of the Year for 2024. Trustee Margie Worden … more

By Shirley Stirling | 4/19/24 | 1 comment

Chelsea Yarwood, Lacey’s Accounting Manager, explained the city’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program from the Government Finance Officers during the Lacey City Council meeting on April 16, 2024.

Lacey awarded for excellence in financial reporting

The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) honored the City of Lacey with the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program for its 2022 budget report. During … more

By JC Medina | 4/17/24

Roger Jones, the Community Engagement Director for Family Education Support Services (FES) distributed blue pinwheels to the Lacey Council on April 16, 2024, symbolizing national solidarity in preventing child abuse.

Lacey proclaims April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

The City of Lacey joined the nation in dedicating April to the prevention of child abuse during its council meeting on April 16. Mayor Andy Ryder, on behalf of the city council, officially … more

By JC Medina | 4/17/24 | 1 comment

The shotgun allegedly used by the suspect on the victim was retrieved from the scene.

Jilted husband allegedly threatens wife at gunpoint

Lacey police arrested a suspect yesterday, April 14, for allegedly hitting his wife and threatening her at gunpoint after reading some messages she received on her phone. According to the Lacey … more

By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr. | 4/15/24 | 2 comments

North Thurston Public Schools picks Justin Ainsworth for new superintendent

The North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) Board of Directors selected Dr. Justin Ainsworth to become the next superintendent, pending his acceptance. “Dr. Ainsworth’s leadership … more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/12/24 | 1 comment

Ethan Guidry is GNAC player of the week after his performance in the men’s javelin throw.

Guidry leads SMU track and field in impressive John Knight Twilight showing

The Saint Martin’s University Track and Field team had one of their best track meets this outdoor season so far. The men’s team collectively finished fifth out of 13 schools, and the … more

By Vince Zafra | 4/11/24

The shooting suspect fled the scene, chased by authorities and collided with another vehicle.

Police pursuit ends in collision on I-5

A shooting suspect who fled from the scene was chased by law enforcement, which resulted in a collision on Interstate 5. This information was released on April 7. In a post by Thurston County … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 4/10/24 | 2 comments