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Matt Peach, Port of Olympia’s senior administrative services manager, shared that the Port had recently received a federal grant to improve its cyber security, Sept. 28, 2021
Port of Olympia plans to step up its cybersecurity
 With the potential threats of a cyberattack, the Port of Olympia plans to improve its cyber security. In a presentation during the regular commission meeting, on Tue., Sept. 28, Port of … more
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Port Commissioner Bill McGregor shared his concerns over the Port of Olympia’s mandatory vaccination requirement for its employees during the regular commission meeting on Mon., Sept. 27, 2021.
Port Commissioners react to mandatory vaccination requirement
In a statement, Port of Olympia Commissioner Bill McGregor said, “I am opposed to be mandated to do something. It’s a freedom of choice issue,” in reaction to a proposed resolution … more
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Welding is one of the skills that can be learned at Lacey MakerSpace.
$1 million federal grant awarded to Lacey MakerSpace
Lacey MakerSpace received $1 million from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) to help retrain workers and business owners who were impacted by the … more
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Dennis Rolly serves customers at lunch on Sept. 22, 2021 at Pellegrino's Italian Kitchen in Tumwater where he's been working for 18 years. If the unmasked part of his face looks familiar it's might be because you've seen his acting performances in Olympia theaters.
“Olympia-Tumwater” ranks No. 17 among best cities for restaurant workers across the US
Despite the economic impacts caused by the coronavirus pandemic, a study showed that “Olympia-Tumwater, WA” ranked as the 17th best place for restaurant workers across the U.S. … more
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The Washington Federation of State Employees began bargaining with the state on the terms of the vaccine mandate on Aug. 16.
Largest public union reaches pact on vaccine mandate
Washington state's largest union of public workers has reached an agreement with the state on Gov. Jay Inslee's vaccine mandate.The deal ensures access to and education about the shot on work … more
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The Lacey City Council discussed on Thurs., Sept. 9 the possible outcomes if Thurston County adopts the affordable housing tax.
Lacey council members expresses concern on Affordable Housing Tax
Members of the Lacey City Council expressed their concern following a proposal made to Thurston County by the Regional Housing Council for the adoption of the affordable housing tax, a policy that … more
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The Port of Olympia commissioners adopted a resolution that requires staff to get vaccinated or submit a weekly COVID-19 test during a special session on Tue., Sept. 7.
Port of Olympia plans to provide employees with financial incentives to vaccinate
With new reports of the COVID-19 variant, Port of Olympia Commissioners are planning to provide cash incentives for vaccinated employees. On Tue., Sept. 7, the Port held a special commission … more
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The area outlined in purple show the 199-acres optioned by Panattoni Development at the New Market Industrial Campus.
Timeline for the New Market Industrial Campus still unclear
Tumwater officials confirmed that there is still no clear timeline for the proposed New Market Industrial Campus development during the regular city council meeting on Tue., Sept. 7. Initially, … more
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Annette Pitts, the new CEO of Experience Olympia & Beyond, presented an update on the tourism industry in Thurston County at the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce's forum on Sept. 8, 2021.
Tourism in Thurston County rebounding and changing
Annette Pitts, Chief Executive Officer of Experience Olympia & Beyond, gave a formal presentation on the state of local tourism at the September forum of the Thurston County Chamber today at the … more
The map shows the Kaiserwood plat project location in blue along the east side of Kaiser Road NW in Olympia.
Kaiser Road proposal would subdivide 16.85 acres into 53 lots
With the continuing need for more housing, the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee reviewed a proposal to subdivide a 16.85-acre property into 53 lots. On Wed., Sep. 1, the committee heard a … more
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The red line shows the plan to divide the 30.97-acre Wellington Woods Preliminary Plat into two clusters, with the western cluster facing Brenda Lane SE, the eastern portion accessed from Rainier View Drive SE.
County hearing examiner hears proposal for 30.97 acres south of Yelm
A Thurston County hearing examiner heard a proposal to subdivide a 30.97-acre known as Wellington Woods Preliminary Plat into five single-residential lots, and a wetland conservation area on Tue., … more
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Olympia City Manager Jay Burney (top row, middle) encouraged residents who are experiencing housing instability to apply for rental and utilities assistance during the Olympia City Council meeting on Aug. 24, 2021.
Funds remain unclaimed for pandemic-related rent and utilities assistance
 Despite the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, and a backlog of unpaid rent, almost three-quarters of the COVID-19 Rental and Utilities Assistance Fund remains available. During … more
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Bradley Park: This photo shows the proposed residential housing site located between 6th Avenue NE and 15th Avenue NE, approximately 460 feet east of Sleater Kinney Road NE. Immediately to the south of the property is North Thurston High School's campus.
Lacey approves subdivision of 15-acres into 83 properties
In response to the increasing need for additional housing, the Lacey City Council approved a request from its hearing examiner to subdivide a 15.66-acre property known as Bradley Park for the … more
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Port Comm. E.J Zita (below) claimed that Comm. Chair Joe Downing (above) muted her in the call during the Port of Olympia’s Special Commission Meeting on Thu., Aug. 19.
Port of Olympia commissioners hold special meeting on New Market Industrial Campus
After 11 months of discussions, the Port of Olympia is close to issuing an action regarding the proposed Panattoni development. With this, the port held a special commission meeting to evaluate the … more
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Kristy Woodford, CEO of Holistic Home Group
A Holistic Approach to Real Estate
Real estate is stressful. It’s also emotional. Now more than ever, agents are encountering buyers and sellers struggling to navigate the process with their sanity intact. If you are in the … more
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This home at 18015 Wakly Lane SW in Rochester sold last week for $525,000 by Mark Weaver.
The JOLT Real Estate Report for Aug. 8-14, 2021
Last week 115 single-family homes were sold in Thurston County. This weekly report covers single-family home sales in Thurston County over the past week. There were 115 sales completed from … more
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Under the regulations being considered by the Olympia City Council, owners of short-term lodgings will need to register their businesses; some will need to purchase a city license.
Olympia considering regulations for short-term rentals
After a four-year process, the Olympia City Council saw the first reading of an ordinance that would regulate short-term rentals in the city. Community Planning and Development Director Leonard … more
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Olympia City Council to meet online again Tue., Aug. 10
Following their previous decision to hold in-person meetings, the Olympia City Council announced that they are returning to remote sessions for their upcoming regular city council meeting tomorrow, … more
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This home at 5421 33rd Ct SE in Lacey WA sold on August 4, 2021 for $495,000 by Paulette Taylor.
The JOLT Real Estate Report for Aug. 1-7, 2021
This weekly report covers single-family home sales in Thurston County over the past week. There were 85 sales completed from Sunday, August 1 through Saturday, August 7, 2021. The median sales … more
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The area outlined in purple show the 199-acres optioned by Panattoni Development at the New Market Industrial Campus.
Port of Olympia holds public workshop for New Market Industrial Campus development
To address community concerns, the Port of Olympia in partnership with the city of Tumwater recently held an online community workshop regarding a proposed development agreement with Panattoni … more
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