Thursday, October 1, 2026
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The full-scale clay statue of Nisqually leader and rights activist Billy Frank Jr. is nearing completion, and the public is invited to view it at the artist’s workspace on the South Puget Sound …
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This week, Trish met with Amy Geier, the Outreach and Development Coordinator for Concern for Animals in their office located at 1414 State Avenue NE, Olympia, WA 98506.
Amy is one …
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Trish Lynn and Thom Donitz
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10/9/24
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As a younger woman I was often seen driving around town with a coffee cup on the roof of my car.
I no longer drink and drive.
I also had many honks, waves, finger pointing and untellable …
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Evergreen State College, in partnership with the South Sound Graduate Fair Coalition, will host the first annual South Sound Graduate School Fair on October 8.
The fair will be held at Evergreen …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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10/4/24
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners officially proclaimed October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, highlighting the persistent issue and ongoing efforts to combat domestic violence …
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The City of Olympia will hold a public hearing in council chambers on Tuesday, Oct. 8, to gather community input on a proposed $5.45 million grant application for affordable housing initiatives.
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Since the opening of the current academic year, North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) has implemented its Off and Away, All Day mobile device expectations at all of its schools.
The Off …
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Have you had enough reading about Hurricane Helene and all its impacts? Here’s another story about the hurricane, and it may surprise you. September and October are the peak months for the …
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By George Walter
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10/3/24
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Invite the whole neighborhood to visit the well-loved arts walk and children’s fest.
Olympia Arts Walk, Weekend, October 4-5, September 28 Mark your calendars for a vibrant …
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10/3/24
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Photojournalist JM Simpson and publisher Danny Stusser bagged the Institute for Nonprofit News’ (INN) award for The JOLT News Organization for photographs and text essays on Olympia’s …
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The South Capitol Neighborhood Association (SCNA) in Olympia held its potluck/barbeque picnic on Sunday, September 8 at Lincoln Elementary School. The SCNA is one of the many Recognized …
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Submitted by Gerald Apple
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10/2/24
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The recent horrific reports of the devastation of Hurricane Helene brought to mind the need for volunteers to aid the residents affected by the storm.
We in the Pacific Northwest have other …
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One of the perks of writing for The Jolt is that we are surrounded by other columnists who inspire us to try to do our best. The newest addition to this great lineup is Sound Words by Amy Lewis. Her …
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Trish Lynn and Thom Donitz
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10/2/24
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Puget Sound Energy (PSE) has requested increased natural gas rates with the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC).
The proposed increase—an average rate of …
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Celebrate fall as Hands On Children’s Museum (HOCM) brings back family-friendly thrills and spooky treats at its annual Boo Bash! this October 25-31.
HOCM wrote on its event …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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10/1/24
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Thurston County Public Works has announced a month-long road closure on Kellogg Drive NE to replace a failing culvert.
The closure, spanning from 72nd Ave NE to 7203 Kellogg Dr NE, will be in …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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10/1/24
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I recently had the opportunity to learn all about the Quiltmakers of Olympia from members Diane and Penny. They have an upcoming Quilt Show on October 4 and 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the …
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The Olympia School District (OSD) Board of Directors adopted some of its Policy Series for students, community relations, and personnel at a meeting on Thursday, September 26.
The meeting …
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To boost testing access, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HSS) announced that free-at-home COVID-19 tests are once again available to every American household. Each household is …
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The Olympia School District (OSD) is seeking interested volunteers for the Long Range Facilities Master Planning Advisory Committee and Student-Led Advisory Council.
Long Range Facilities …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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9/30/24
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