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Lacey City Council reviews comprehensive plan update

The Lacey City Council held a work session to discuss the city's comprehensive plan update and tackle a wide range of topics, including land use, housing, transportation and ...
The historic Davis-Meeker Garry oak tree, as seen in this undated photo, stands by the Olympia Airport and Old Highway 99 in Tumwater.
A second risk assessment of the Davis-Meeker Garry oak tree located on Old Highway 99 in Tumwater shows that the tree, at most, posed a ... 
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The Joint Animal Services Commission discussed steps to improve animal care with plans for a new shelter after a recent space needs assessment found its current facility to be aging and inadequate. The commission met on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025.
The Joint Animal Services Commission (JASCOM) is taking steps to improve animal care with plans for a new shelter after a recent space needs assessment found its current facility to be aging and …
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Two male juveniles are now suspects in an alleged shooting incident involving two victims, one of whom is also ...
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A woman was arrested on Jan. 17 for an alleged string of thefts at the Target store on ...
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First responders from Thurston Medic One, West Thurston Fire, Tumwater Fire Department, Olympia Fire Department and Lacey Fire District Three conducted CPR and advanced life support training in January. 
The West Thurston Regional Fire Authority is calling on residents to take proactive steps to reduce the risk of heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States, in ...
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Jarvis Harris, left, and Joe Foss on one of the many Amtrak coaches that carried them across America.
Originally, we had planned to drive from Tuscaloosa to Memphis where we would see the Lorraine Motel and MLK museum and finally get back on a ...
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JOLT writer Shirley Stirling and Olympia Film Society Executive Director Audrey Henley in front of Capitol Theater, Olympia, WA. January 2025.
The historic Capitol Theater, an iconic landmark in the heart of Olympia, was built before movie houses had concession stands. Surprised? Up to the 1930s ...
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What's Happening highlights
Chocolate and Wine Festival, weekend, Feb. 15-16, 12-5 p.m. Great music with Pumphouse Beer from Top Rung, and award-winning wine from ...
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The Port of Olympia Commission authorized the purchase of the Dancing Goats Coffee building near the marine terminal entrance for $2,157,850 on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. The building is located at 200 Market St. NE in Olympia 
The Port of Olympia Commission authorized the purchase of the Dancing Goats Coffee building near the marine terminal entrance for ...
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Life
Through the divine nature of God and serendipity, I happened to have Thursday, Feb. 6, free to do whatever I wanted. I could have stayed home and binged watched my most recent show, but I …
Our journey from Atlanta to Tuscaloosa, Alabama, took just five hours, all in ...
In a recent column I mentioned seeing 200+ children out at the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge with their families. Later I received essentially the same question from two readers: …
Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall.  For additional insights into their …
Police Blotter

Police Blotter for Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025

Thurston County Sheriff’s Office On 2/16/25 at 6:11 p.m. in the 100 block of 171 st Avenue SE, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Steven Douglas Ippisch, 58, on suspicions of 1) harassment, …

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'Some of the things I wonder about'
Last week was filled with several days of rain alternating with snow and icy roads. And as much as I enjoy sitting in my recliner and watching the snow come down, after a bit I get restless.   …
Four days in Atlanta
While most Confederate monuments are currently being removed or taken down, this one might be a bit of a challenge. It's carved into the side of a mountain and pretty huge. 
Three Senate bills and one doctor
Monthslong waits to see a doctor of any specialty, even as an established patient, have become the norm. Being fortunate enough to have a primary care doctor at all is too commonly the …
'Lacey Loves to Read' event to be held on Feb. 13
On Thursday, Feb 13,  "Lacey Loves to Read" will hold a free author event featuring the renowned children and young adult author ...
The rail journey begins
Our first trip on the train was from Williamsburg, Virginia, to Washington, D.C.  It was interesting since this seems to be a regular mode of transportation up and down the East Coast. 
Olympia headlines
Longtime Olympia residents voiced their concerns over the declining health of Budd Inlet, calling for an environmental impact statement (EIS) for the proposed West Bay Yards development.  …
The closure of Fir Street between 7th and 8th avenues SE has been extended through Friday, Feb. 21, to allow for continued updates to wireless facilities ...
The indoor season heated up for The Evergreen State College Track and Field team, as they represented the green jersey in separate track meets ...
The Olympia City Council passed a proclamation recognizing the city's commitment to joining the Black Home Initiative ...   
Olympia's Parking and Business Improvement Area (PBIA) Advisory Board has begun planning a comprehensive evaluation of the organization to reassess ...
Tumwater headlines
City of Tumwater Finance Director Troy Niemeyer told the Public Works Committee on Thursday, Feb. 6, that staffers have identified 294 households that are qualified to join a life-line program. 
Members of the Intercity Transit Authority, the agency’s board of directors, elected Lacey Council member Carolyn Cox as their new chair and Sue Pierce as the vice chair on Wednesday, Feb …
Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture presented to Tumwater City Council on Tuesday, January 28, early programming and layout plans for a proposed community center. City staff has narrowed their …
Thurston County
With Washington facing an urgent blood crisis, the Thurston County Board of Health (BOH) has declared Friday, February 14 as National Donor Day. The BOH urges the residents to help …
The Port of Olympia has determined its proposed update to the master plan of the Olympia Regional Airport would not have a “probable significant adverse impact” on the environment after issuing a ...
A winter weather advisory is in effect for Thurston County because of precipitation that moved in from the south on Thursday morning, Feb. 13, that led to a mix of rain and snow in the region. …
Lacey headlines
The Transportation Policy Board (TPB) has approved a proposed amendment to the 2025-28 Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP), allowing the City of Lacey to secure $2.8 million in …
Saint Martin’s Mya Hatchett was on her game, as the junior guard came off the bench to post a career high 19 points in 24 minutes to help the Saints to an ...
The Lacey Human Services Commission unanimously approved updates to the city's Human Services Grant Program at its meeting on Thursday, Feb. 6.   “Right now, we have the same …
A disturbance at the Walmart parking lot on the 1400 block of Galaxy Drive NE led to the arrest of an alleged robber on Jan. 8, according to the Lacey Police Department (LPD).    …
The Lacey City Council unanimously voted to designate a portion of Franz Street as a memorial roadway honoring the distinguished 20-year career of ...
More local news
Thurston County faces worst flu season in years 
Thurston County health officials warned of a rising tide of respiratory illnesses, potential measles exposure, and the growing impact of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) during the …
Lacey Deputy Mayor Miller elected as new chair of Joint Animal Services Commission
The Joint Animal Services Commission (JASCOM) has elected Lacey Deputy Mayor Malcolm Miller as its new chair during the commission's meeting ...
Port of Olympia invites public to observe researchers on Budd Inlet 
The public is invited to observe a team of researchers as they diagnose sediment conditions on the West Bay of Budd Inlet in a Public Observation Day event ...
Olympia High School student serves as page in state House of Representatives
A student at Olympia High School recently participated in the Washington State House of Representatives Page Program, gaining firsthand experience ...
Thurston 2045 code targets housing, energy and JBLM zoning 
The Thurston County Planning Commission is reviewing the Thurston 2045 code update, a proposal to adjust zoning regulations, housing policies, energy infrastructure, and military compatibility …
Cold weather advisory issued for Thurston County
A cold weather advisory is in effect for Thurston County because of below freezing overnight lows this week. The advisory, which is in effect until 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13, was issued by the …
SPSCC basketball teams split road games against Green River
The South Puget Sound Community College men’s and women’s basketball teams posted mix results in road games against ...
Public Safety Sales Tax plan strategy aims to boost services in Thurston County
Thurston County officials presented a strategic approach to managing the Public Safety Sales Tax (PSST), which funds law enforcement, public defense and ...
Regional planning council gets update on road usage charge legislation
Washington state transportation officials are gearing up to implement a new road usage charge (RUC) system, as the state's gas tax revenues continue to decline due to improving vehicle fuel …
Hazardous weather advisory issued for Thurston County
A hazardous weather advisory was issued on Monday, Feb. 10, to increase shelter-in-place efforts around Thurston County amid subfreezing overnight lows this week. The advisory runs from Tuesday …