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The Centralia coal plant hasn’t operated since last December, but is required to remain on standby by order of the Trump Administration. Its owner, TransAlta Corporation, wants reimbursement. Electric ratepayers across the Pacific Northwest could end up paying.
The tab to keep a Pacific Northwest coal plant on standby keeps rising
Electric utilities across the Pacific Northwest are fuming that their customers might be saddled with the costs of a coal-burning power ... The … more
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A sold-out crowd of approximately 2,800 people packed the 2026 FIFA World Cup Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone at Port Plaza at Port of Olympia on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Soccer fans pack Port Plaza on opening day of 2026 FIFA World Cup Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone
A sold-out crowd of approximately 2,800 soccer fans packed Port Plaza at Port of Olympia for the debut of the Olympia-Lacey Fan ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – June 22, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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Washington gained more than 10,000 jobs in May, according to the state Employment Security Department. But the unemployment rate was unchanged at 5.2%.
Washington employers added jobs in May, but unemployment rate stays stuck at 5.2%
Washington’s unemployment rate held steady at 5.2% in May even as the economy added roughly 10,000 jobs, its highest one-month gain ... “A strong month of growth is welcome … more
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Design Review Board to consider Briggs Professional Suites proposal in Olympia
A proposal for a new two-story commercial building in the Briggs Village area is going to be reviewed by the Olympia Design ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – June 15, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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The Lacey City Council reviewed three proposed municipal code amendments at a work session on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. 
Lacey City Council reviews business tax, developer and licensing code changes 
Proposed subsection language for Lacey’s business and occupation tax code sparked questions over whether it addresses a gap or ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – June 8, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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The facade of the 310 Israel Road building in Tumwater. The city is considering purchasing the property to turn into its new city hall.
Tumwater moves forward with potential purchase of building for new city hall
The Tumwater City Council agreed to make a $100,000 down payment toward the potential purchase of a building that could serve as the new ... more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson is rejecting a lead Republican’s proposal to temporarily suspend Washington’s cap-and-trade program to decrease prices at the pump. 
Ferguson rebuffs GOP lawmaker’s call to pause state climate law
Gov. Bob Ferguson is rejecting a lead Republican’s  proposal to temporarily suspend  Washington’s cap-and-trade program to decrease prices at the ... more
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Olympia City Hall is located at 601 4th Ave. E in downtown Olympia.
Committee backs dozens of proposed amendments to Olympia Municipal Code
Dozens of amendments to the Olympia Municipal Code have been recommended by a committee in order to clarify development regulations ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – June 1, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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An aerial view of a packed outdoor event in Lacey, as seen in this undated photo.
City of Lacey gets approval for outdoor alcohol zones ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup 
Bars, restaurants and other liquor license holders in Lacey are getting more drinking room during the 2026 FIFA World ... more
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Home, condo median prices rise in Thurston County
The first full month of spring was a busy one for the residential market, as sales and prices climbed amid a big leap in active listings in Thurston ... more
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Olympia seeks contractors for affordable housing rehabilitation project
As part of its effort to preserve affordable housing, the City of Olympia is seeking qualified contractors to help rehabilitate a ... more
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Food inspection results in Thurston County – May 25, 2026
Restaurant inspection reports focus on two types of violations: red and ... more
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The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee discussed a proposed country club along Deschutes Parkway SW near Capitol Lake at a meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Olympia committee reviews waterfront wellness facility proposal near Capitol Lake
A proposed waterfront wellness facility at 500 Deschutes Parkway SW in Olympia will need to navigate some tough conditions in order ... more
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The price of regular unleaded gas was $5.999 per gallon at Chevron, which is located at 1018 Plum St. SE in Olympia, on Friday, May 22, 2026.
Regular unleaded gas hits new high before giving up ground in Olympia market
The song remained the same at gasoline stations in the Olympia market, as the per gallon price of regular unleaded danced around record levels before ... more
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The marked project location along State Route 510 in Lacey covers four streets slated for new water main installation. 
City of Lacey seeks bids for Madrona connection, water main overhaul on four streets 
The City of Lacey is calling for contractor bids on a water main project on four city ... more
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Olympia Federal Savings officers Casey Kilborn (top left), Sarah Caldwell (top right), Nicole Montoya (bottom left) and Cory Swank (bottom right) were promoted in May 2026. 
OlyFed expands banking leadership with four promotions 
Four Olympia Federal Savings (OlyFed) officers have been elevated to new ... more
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