Thurston County officials have corrected figures in the 2024 Point-in-Time (PIT) Homeless Census, adjusting the number of individuals in emergency shelters upward to 460 from 363.
The update …
The Olympia City Council signed a proclamation designating Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, as the National Day of Racial Healing.
Portraits from the "Faces of Olympia" exhibit are hanging in the windows of the east-facing firehouse doors Old City Hall and Fire House, 1912 City Hall/Fire Station, 108 State Ave. NW in downtown Olympia.
The Olympia Arts + Heritage Alliance (AHA) has transformed historic downtown into a showcase for the “Faces of Olympia” exhibit, which features 36 images of ...
A Lacey police saw a man allegedly using drugs while sitting at a public bus stop on Monday, Jan. 20, 2024. The suspect was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and use of drug paraphernalia.
A Lacey Police Department (LPD) officer arrested a man after he was seen allegedly using drugs at a bus stop in 4700 block of Yelm Highway SE ...
According to the …
The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) formally adopted a proclamation prioritizing a new courthouse. The move signaled the abandonment of earlier plans to ...
A longtime advocate for a new Thurston County Courthouse hailed a decision by the Board of County Commissioners to scrap a multi-million dollar proposal ...
Recently, Thom was visiting with his friend Alex and their conversation turned toward their furry companions.
While Alex regaled Thom with his latest stories of his faithful Chihuahua to …
The afternoon sunshine of the past two days has been most welcome, and a lovely contrast to the chilly mornings that preceded them. So far, we have avoided the snow that has blanketed areas that are …
As you may know, I originally hail from Memphis, Tennessee.
When growing up, there was a large Italian-American community in the area, and cooking was a highly regarded specialty.
Both home cooks and …
Olympia joins the nation in observing Dr. Martin Luther King Day on Jan. 20 with a proclamation that honors the life of Dr. King for his dedication to the nonviolent crusade ...
This is definitely soup weather. Nothing soothes body and soul like a bowl of hot soup on a cold, wet day. Today’s recipe is savory Carrot Ginger soup. It is vegetarian, and can be …
Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 1/21/25 at 1:00 p.m. in Thurston County Jail, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Ethan Alexander Mallory, 25, on suspicion of failure to register as a …
Rebuilding Together is hosting its annual “Build It Breakfast,” a fundraising event that highlights the nonprofit’s commitment to making essential home repairs for folks who are …
Greetings from snowy Vermont! Dogs are running in and out of the house shedding snow, and I am ready to come home to the Pacific Northwest.
I’ve been thinking about Thom Jones and his …
Last week, I provided free parent training on Special Education Community Complaints (SECC) for the Benton-Franklin Counties Special Education PTA. This column follows the presentation.
The most …
The sign in front of Luck Dental Center says, “January is like a Monday only longer.”
Rachel Feintzeig goes even further; in a guest column in The New York Times, she …
Talk about good feedback. Todd Monohon, Olympic Rental & Landlord Services , 115 State Ave NE, has won two awards in two months. The first from the Thurston Chamber as 2024 Boss of the Year and …
After 13 years of serving the community on the Olympia City Council, Jim Cooper announced he would not seek reelection and is set to retire after his term ends on Dec. 31, 2025.
Cooper was initially elected in 2011 …
Olympia's Public Works Department has requested proposals (RFP) to install a solar photovoltaic (PV) system at Fire Station 1.
The project calls for a 134.4KW DC/100KW AC solar PV …
Dominic and Jacqueline LaPraim thought opening a restaurant would be one of their retirement dreams years from now, but when the perfect spot was available in downtown Olympia, they jumped on the …
The chords are ringing in the Washington Capitol, as the Olympia Chorus prepares to celebrate 60 years of singing!
This women’s a capella group is holding tryouts on Tuesday, Jan. …
At Tuesday's Olympia City Council meeting, Councilmember Jim Cooper voiced concerns over a proposal to sweep surplus funds from the Law Enforcement Officers' and Fire Fighters' Retirement System …
A local business that assists people with vocational training is launching a paid, 12-week training initiative designed to give individuals from marginalized communities the confidence, resources and …
The Tumwater Public Health and Safety Committee endorsed a contract with 365Labs to provide a jail and records management system for law enforcement agencies ...
According to Tumwater Sustainability Coordinator Alyssa Jones Wood, the results of the second risk assessment of the Davis-Meeker Gary oak tree may be available by the end of the month.
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The Thurston County Public Health and Social Services Department is extending a hazardous weather advisory in order to increase shelter-in-place efforts and offer extended nightly shelter beds.
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The Seattle FIFA World Cup 26 Local Organizing Committee announced that Thurston County will host an interactive fan zone for the event.
The Thurston County fan zone, which was one of nine …
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is inviting students across the Pacific Northwest to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Northwest Radon Poster Contest.
The …
The Lacey Historical Commission reviewed and approved the addition of a significant photograph to the Lacey Museum’s permanent collection.
A digital photograph of Bridget …
The City of Lacey is hosting an open house to allow residents the opportunity to provide feedback and learn about the city’s Comprehensive Plan, a long-term guide for growth and development.
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Energize Olympia is going regional after the Olympia City Council signed an interlocal agreement on Jan. 14 to support the implementation of the 2025 Energize Thurston campaign.
Olympia is …
The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) unanimously approved the 2025 Opioid Response Plan, during the Board of Health (BOH) meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025.
The expanded …
The trial of Major Michael Stockin, who had pleaded guilty to sexually abusing dozens of male soldiers at Joint Base Lewis-McChord’s Madigan Army Medical Center, concluded on Jan. 15 at the …
The Nisqually Indian Tribe announced it distributed more than $1.9 million to over 150 local agencies and organizations, including The JOLT News, via its 2024 Charitable and Local Government Program.
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Olympia School District (OSD) Superintendent Patrick Murphy showcased students who excelled in their respective fields at a meeting on Thursday, Jan. 9.
Two seniors and a sixth grader …
Thurston County announced two key leadership appointments on Tuesday with promotions for Jennifer Walker and Karen Weiss to new roles within the county’s management team.
Walker, who has …
The median price of residential properties and condominiums in Thurston County climbed in the final month of the year, amid stronger sales in both housing categories.
The residential market …
The Port of Olympia Commission unanimously elected Jasmine Vasavada as president on Monday, Jan. 13.
Maggie Sanders was elected vice president, while Sarah Tonge …
The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) is looking to update a proclamation process to provide more substantive community engagement opportunities.
During the …
Kelly Green was sworn in as an Olympia City Council member on Tuesday, Jan. 14, after being appointed to fill a vacant seat through a ranked-choice voting process.
Her daughter ceremonially swore in …
