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There are currently two origin stories about tomatoes. One is that they were originally the size of a berry, and grew in the mountains of Peru, where Incas began to cultivate and eat them. The second …
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What is the big deal about cities having historical societies? Well, this writer favors historic preservation for all communities and associations to promote and preserve history for all. But it is …
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 5/9/24 at 11:24 p.m. in the Littlerock Road/Sergent Road SW, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Jason Scott Cuthbertson, 39, on suspicions of 1) 3 rd …
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5/10/24
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Tumwater is now working to implement the county's public safety sales tax, with the city’s General Government Committee recommending to the city council ordinance establishing a public safety …
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Voters turned down Yelm Community Schools’ proposal to raise a levy to replace its school programs and operations.
Thurston County Canvassing Board has officially certified the results of …
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Calling all artists!
The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners invites residents and employees to showcase their creativity by participating in the Thurston County Art Contest.
With …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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5/9/24
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In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the 1984 women’s Olympic marathon trials, Tumwater Mayor Debbie Sullivan proclaimed May 12 to 19 as a week of celebration for the historic sporting …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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5/9/24
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The Aspen Institute named the South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) as one of the 20 semifinalists for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.
The $1 million prize is the …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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5/9/24
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A street closure on 15th Avenue SW between Columbia Street SW and Water Street SW in Olympia which started Monday, May 6 is expected to last until June 10.
This roadwork is part of the second …
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5/9/24
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In one of the final athletic meets before the conference championships, Evergreen State College’s River Scheuerell won in his first-ever 5000-meter racewalk in the USATF Oregon Association 5K …
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North Thurston High School Rams swooped the Peninsula High School who edged out a win during their softball game, highlighting the Seahawks’ Seniors’ Night on Wednesday, May 8.
In …
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Bring your family and friends to these wonderful local events this weekend.
The SpongeBob Music, May 10-18
Is nautical nonsense something you like? No? Yes? Maybe? You may want …
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5/9/24
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office
On 5/8/24 at 11:57 p.m. in the 200 block of 142 nd Avenue SW, Sheriff’s deputies arrested Heather Susan Walker, 41, on suspicions of 1) 4 th degree …
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5/9/24
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In response to a race-related incident during a Commission on Equity meeting, Lacey now plans to revise its public comment policy.
The incident, which occurred on March 25, involved remote …
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In response to a statewide license plate shortage, the Thurston County Auditor’s Office, alongside eight licensing subagents, will be issuing temporary permits to passenger vehicle licensing …
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Tumwater city staff reported to the city council on Tuesday, May 7, the work accomplished through the city’s transportation benefit district in 2023.
The taxing district funds street …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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5/8/24
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Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) set a public hearing for animal control related fees on June 4 to amend Thurston County Municipal Code (TMC) Section 9.10 (Animal Control).
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Saint Martin’s University’s Andrew Boyd ranked fourth out of seven participants in the combined event of decathlon in the 2024 Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) Multi-Event …
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By Vince Zafra
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5/8/24
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Glenn Harper is a very busy man.
He works as a certified home care aide and end-of-life doula. He started hosting Death Cafes on Zoom during the pandemic about three years ago and now …
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) and Olympia City Council separately issued proclamations recognizing the contributions of public servants working to serve the community.
During …
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By Lorilyn Lirio and JC Medina
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5/8/24
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