When the newest iteration of a group tasked with relieving Washington’s projected aviation capacity shortage held its inaugural meeting , community members weighed in on the committee, its … more

Olympia has scheduled overnight maintenance on Boulevard Road to occur from Monday, July 29, to Thursday, August 1, from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. The project involves the application of permanent road … more

After their successful stints in this season’s USL W League, two Artesians players are suiting up for their national teams in the women’s football event of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games … more

Who knew there are wild cucumbers growing in Western Washington? Apparently, a lot of people knew, and now we do too. Variously known as Bigroot, Manroot, or Old-man-in-the-ground, wild … more

The August 6 Primary Election is fast approaching, and here are important deadlines and information you need to know. The online and mail voter registration deadline is July 29, while the … more

A survey of Olympia residents has revealed widespread discrimination, with marginalized groups like transgender individuals, people of color, and those with disabilities facing the most frequent … more

For our avian neighbors, July is Fledging Month. I was reminded of this a few days ago when a large bird flew right overhead screaming desperately. It was a fledgling Bald Eagle , recently out of the … more

The summer is still on with these fun events.  more

Global Time Attack (GTA) announced on their website Friday that the GTA Speed Summit is set to return to the Ridge Motorsport Park in Shelton from August 24 to 25, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.  The … more

Tumwater’s oldest house, the Crosby House, will be undergoing repairs. The Tumwater Public Works Committee endorsed to its city council on Thursday, July 18, a contract with Construction … more

The Olympia Police Department (OPD) is on the hunt for a homicide suspect who allegedly shot a victim who succumbed to his wound and passed away.   According to an OPD post , the incident … more

Olympia reminds community members that voting for this year’s Percival Plinth sculptures ends in a week.  The city’s social media announced that Tuesday, July 30, is the … more

Next week, visitors to the Capitol Campus will get a rare look at Capitol Lake's lakebed as the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) lowers the water levels in an effort to gather data to restore … more

Over 190,000 ballots from the Thurston County Auditor’s Elections Division were mailed to voters for the upcoming August 6 Primary Election. Registered voters who have not received their … more

Capitol Little League announced on Saturday, July 13, that it will launch a girls’ softball program for the first time this fall season. Signups opened on July 15 and will continue until … more

The “Buzz on Down to the Thurston County Fair!” is fast approaching, and they are calling on art, floral, food, hobbies and crafts, and photography enthusiasts to participate in their … more

Nominations are now open for a new shrub in my backyard. So far, the nomination process is not as messy as the one playing out in our nation’s capital, but it’s still beset with … more

Olympia City planner Casey Schaufler unveiled a new housing element for the city's comprehensive plan update, which tackles affordability issues and historical racial disparities in housing. At Monday's Olympia Planning Commission meeting, Schaufler outlined strategies to implement House Bill 1220, requiring cities to plan and accommodate housing for all economic segments. more

Olympia City Council voted on Tuesday, July 16, to allocate $285,000 in one-time funding to the Olympia Downtown Alliance (ODA) to support the continuation of Olympia downtown programs through the … more

Starting July 13 and lasting through September 30, Thurston County has enforced a seasonal fire safety burn ban . To help residents manage yard waste without burning, here are some of the … more