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The City of Olympia’s Land Use and Environment Committee recommended terminating the Briggs Village development agreement on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025.  
Local residents support reduced grocery store size in Briggs Village with conditions 
Some Olympia residents could support reducing the minimum grocery store size in Briggs Village to 9,200 square feet ... more
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Olympia Federal Savings releases Q2 financial results
Olympia Federal Savings reported assets of more than $1 billion at the end of the second quarter, in part because of strong demand for its ... more
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Chris Calloway, head butcher at Gibson’s Custom Meats, stands with the price board which shows the $16.99 “Community Essential Pack.” The pack comes with chicken, beef and pork sausage. Customers can pay for a pack in the pay it forward program to help other community members in need.
Gibson's Custom Meats helping families in need
A local butcher shop is working with community members to provide essential quality meat to families in need ahead of ... more
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Median home price up, sales rise in Thurston County
The summer home buying season ended on a strong note, as sales and the median price of a single-family residence climbed amid a stout increase ... more
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Local nonprofits detail potential impacts of Proposition 1 on Olympia 
If Proposition 1 is approved by Olympia voters in the Nov. 4 General Election, a number of local nonprofit organizations believe it could ... more
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Chuck Kennedy, owner of Olympic Crest Coffee Roasters, keeps a close eye on the roasting of beans for gourmet coffee on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025.
Something wonderful happens with coffee
For Chuck Kennedy coffee is not just a drink — it is something wonderful that happens; it is part of the Pacific Northwest coffee ... more
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Ron Thomas, owner of Thomas Architecture Studios, presented initial layout plans for the Port of Olympia’s new administration building. The first floor would house a large commission room, which would have the capacity for 108 people. 
Port of Olympia may have new administration building in 2027
The Port of Olympia may have a new administration building by early 2027, according to an update from Thomas Architecture Studios ... more
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Committee to review zoning changes to revitalize Briggs Village development in Olympia
The Olympia Land Use and Environment Committee is scheduled to review proposed zoning changes that could reshape development rules for Briggs ... more
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The City of Olympia’s Finance Committee reviewed two revenue options to close a budget gap for 2026. The committee held a meeting at City Hall on Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.
Finance committee reviews options to close projected $7M budget gap in Olympia
A proposed business tax increase and new public safety sales tax have emerged as two strategies aimed at addressing an estimated $7 million budget deficit ... more
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Historic Preservation Officer Brittany Gillia shared a photo of the former Carnegie Library, a 1914 structure listed on local, state and national historic registries. On Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee reviewed a proposal to adapt the building into the Carnegie Whisky Library.
Olympia committee notes minor requirements for Carnegie Library redevelopment 
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee reaffirmed its 2023 assessment of the proposed reuse of the former Carnegie Library during ... more
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The Thurston Economic Development Council began a campaign to recruit new investors ahead of its fall planning cycle, according to a statement released by the council on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025. 
Thurston County investors drive $71M economic growth strategy 
The Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC) credited its investor network for generating $71.1 million in fiscal impact over the past year ... more
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Michael Day
Experience Olympia & Beyond parts ways with CEO
Less than three months after accepting the position, Experience Olympia & Beyond CEO Michael Day is no longer working for ... more
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Olympia PBIA board to vote on hiring consultant for program evaluation 
The Olympia Parking and Business Improvement Area (PBIA) Advisory Board will decide on whether to hire a consultant to evaluate the structure and future of the ... more
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The consolidated businesses of Swantown generated $2,180,289 in revenue for the first half of the year. Accounting for expenses and depreciation costs, it produced a loss of $192,231, which is not explicitly shown in this slide. 
Swantown posts a loss in first half of 2025
Swantown Marina & Boatworks posted across-the-board losses in the first half of 2025, largely because of higher maintenance and administrative ... more
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The marine terminal generated around $152,000 in revenue per vessel in the first half of 2025. Marine Terminal Senior Manager Afsin Yilmaz said it continues an upward trend that he attributes to the port’s diversification. 
Port of Olympia provides vessel revenue analysis
The Port of Olympia is seeing less vessel traffic so far this year, but revenue per ship is a bright spot. Marine Terminal Senior Manager Afsin Yilmaz ... more
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Megan Gillespie spoke at a networking event for her organization, Olympia Boss Society. The group aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for local women who want to engage with their community and expand their businesses.
Olympia Boss Society: 'Networking without the ick'
Megan Gillespie was tired of feeling awkward, out of place and unseen at networking events. At the same time, she realized the value of networking and its importance ... more
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City of Lacey Finance Services Manager Kristy Wolf and Finance Director Troy Woo discussed the timeline and financial terms for moving Lacey Violations Bureau responsibilities to Thurston County District Court at a Lacey City Council work session on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
Lacey plans to transfer citation processing to Thurston County District Court 
The City of Lacey is looking to move its Violations Bureau duties to Thurston County District Court. The Lacey City Council examined a proposal from ... more
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Capital Medical Center President Will Callicoat asked the city council for a more comprehensive assessment of the potential impacts of the Workers' Bill of Rights initiative, at a meeting on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
Olympia City Council sends Workers' Bill of Rights initiative to November ballot 
The Workers' Bill of Rights initiative is heading to the ballot box in a upcoming showdown that will pit the union-backed proposal against employers in the ... more
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Intercity Transit Senior Procurement Coordinator Jeff Peterson, right, briefed the agency’s board of directors about a planning and daily operations software contract with SHI International Corp. at a meeting on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Intercity Transit makes another investment in new planning platform 
The Intercity Transit Authority approved a $1.9 million contract with SHI International Corp. to provide the transit agency with a planning and daily operations software ... more
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The City of Lacey said the Port of Olympia contributed $75,000 to Lacey MakerSpace. The three-year investment is expected to strengthen empower creatives and promote hands-on innovation in South Sound. 
Lacey welcomes Port of Olympia’s $75K investment in MakerSpace 
The City of Lacey endorsed a $75,000 investment from the Port of Olympia to support Lacey MakerSpace, City Manager Rick Walk ... more
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