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The storage facility is immediately north of the Tumwater Middle School, according to a vicinity map shared during a public hearing on April 24.
Tumwater approves 4-story storage facility close to Tumwater Middle School
Tumwater’s hearing examiner, Mark Scheibmeir, approved on Monday, April 29, the site plan and conditional use permit for Tacoma resident Trevor Colby to construct a four-story storage facility … more
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Vehicle theft suspect arrested after police pursuit ends in Maytown
In the early hours of April 25, Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) received a call regarding a suspicious vehicle obstructing a roadway in Maytown. According to the TCSO news release , … more
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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
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This Tumwater Heritage Tree is the Davis-Meeker Garry Oak. It's located along Old Highway 99 on the east side of Olympia Regional Airport. It's estimated to be 330-400 years old and has been called "the finest tree in the county."
Arborist to Tumwater: Save the Davis Meeker Oak
In the early 1980s, The Davis Meeker Oak – a 400-year-old oak tree beside Old Highway 99 next to the Olympia airport – was in danger of being removed to improve the highway.  I … more
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Tumwater Community Development Director briefs the city council about two contracts with Haley & Aldrich Inc.
Tumwater selects firm to conduct environmental assessment of old brewery site, WSDOT office
Tumwater has selected Haley & Aldrich Inc. to conduct environmental assessment work on the old brewery and the former Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) office on Capitol … more
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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
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The Deschutes River flows at Brewery Park in Tumwater, Washington.
Non-profit launches initiative that would grant rights to Deschutes Watershed
Nonprofit Standing for Washington has launched a campaign in Olympia and Tumwater to advocate for the rights of the Deschutes Watershed. The non-profit began gathering signatures on Friday, … more
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One of the possible locations of the community center is a site near Tumwater Boulevard and I-5.
Tumwater Parks Commission discusses potential location of community center
Tumwater city staff is considering four locations for a proposed community center, Parks and Recreation Director Chuck Denney told the Parks and Recreation Commission on Wednesday, April 17. The … more
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A city staff presentation from February 2023 showed the impact of the fire on the Brewmaster’s house.
Restoration of Brewmaster’s House in Tumwater almost complete
The restoration and repair of the partially burnt Brewmaster’s House is nearing completion, pending further ceiling and wallpaper work, Parks and Facilities Manager Stan Osborn told the … more
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Tumwater City Council authorized the contracts of EXP US Services Inc. and Fehr & Peers to work on separate components of the city’s 2025 comprehensive plan.
Tumwater hires consultants to work on 2025 comprehensive plans climate, transport components
Tumwater City Council approved the contract of two consultants to develop the climate element and the transportation plan of the 2025 comprehensive plan. The contracts were approved as part of the … more
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This image, taken from the northbound side of Old Highway 99, shows the Meeker Oak's proximity to the historic airplane hangar at Olympia Regional Airport.
Tumwater commission recommends keeping Davis-Meeker Oak on historical register
The Tumwater Historic Preservation Commission unanimously voted on Thursday, April 18, to recommend keeping the Davis-Meeker Oak on the city’s historical register. City staff is currently … more
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The suspect's vehicle.
Felon arrested for DUI, speeding through Tumwater, extradited to Lewis County
Three law enforcement agencies collaborated to collar a felon crossing into Thurston County for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and other charges. Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) … more
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Synopsis of Stephen Tainter's role in the American Revolution.
American Revolution exhibit open at Schmidt House -- with a big a surprise for a local descendant
How would you feel if you walked into a national exhibition and saw your own great-grandfather’s image and life narrative as part of the story? I would be absolutely shocked! more
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Tumwater City Council and Planning Commission members, along with citizens, listen to City Planning Manager Brad Medrud (right center of photo, in black jacket) pointing out features of a new development, Forest Park Townhomes, in a tour of existing middle housing. The tour serves to provide ideas as the city updates its Comprehensive Plan.
Tumwater Council, Planning Commission tours housing options
The Tumwater City Council and Planning Commission took to the road in a joint work session on Tuesday, April 9, to look at existing approaches to housing developments in the city and in Olympia. … more
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The estimated annual cost for Tumwater to implement body-worn cameras comes to $534,771, most of which would be primarily used to support additional personnel.
Tumwater Police seeking funding for body cameras
Tumwater Police Department is looking to secure funding from the city to implement the usage of body-worn cameras. Commander Jay Mason discussed this proposal with the Tumwater Public Health and … more
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Fire Chief Brian Hurley briefed the Tumwater Public Health and Safety Committee about the city’s new comprehensive emergency management plan.
Tumwater committee recommends new emergency management plan
Tumwater Public Health and Safety Committee endorsed to its city council Tuesday, April 9, a resolution updating its comprehensive emergency management plan (CEMP). more
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Puget Sound Energy’s Senior Local Government Affairs Representative Kristine Rompa (right) briefed Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) for the facility’s features and goals.
Puget Sound Energy aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030
“Climate change is an existential threat that cannot be ignored, and we are doing our part to move further and faster to save our planet,” said Puget Sound Energy (PSE) President and CEO … more
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Barnes Lake Management District Steering Committee met on Wednesday, April 3, to talk about the sole responder for the lake’s new environmental consultant.
Tumwater’s search for Barnes Lake’s new environmental consultant yields one response
Bellingham-based aquatic management firm AquaTechnex was the sole responder to Tumwater’s search for a new firm to manage and monitor the vegetation on Barnes Lake more
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The LOTT properties were supposed to be the location of a reclaimed water treatment facility.
LOTT extending deadline for Tumwater’s purchase of Deschutes Valley properties
The City of Tumwater and LOTT Clean Water Alliance are looking to extend the deadline for a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will lead to Tumwater’s purchase of three LOTT properties in … more
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Tumwater's road reconfiguration project involves the construction of three roundabouts along Capitol Boulevard, Interstate-5, and Trosper Road.
Tumwater's Capitol Boulevard at Trosper Road transitions to roundabout
The traffic signal at the Capitol Boulevard and Trosper Road intersection will be taken out on April 9, with temporary striping and channelizing devices in the area to guide drivers through a … more
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