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Former OSD Director Talauna Reed and other community members showed up to air their criticism of the board’s actions concerning minimizing biases
Last Thursday, March 28, th …
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The North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) Board announced three finalists for the superintendent position through a press release.
NTPS’s outgoing Superintendent, Dr. Debra J. Clemens, …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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4/1/24
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South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) has received approval from the Northwest Commission on College and Universities (NWCCU) for its proposed Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science (BS …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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4/1/24
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Residents and commuters in Tumwater are advised to expect delays as lane closures are scheduled for Israel Road SW and Linderson Way SW on April 4 and 5 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
There will be …
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4/1/24
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Lacey bagged the 2024 Economic Development Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by the Washington Economic Development Association ( WEDA ) for its Lacey Food Truck Depot program.
The …
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Happy and exciting community events enrich our lives, whether we are young, old, or in between!
What we may not realize or even consider is how these events come about. They take creative minds, …
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By Shirley Stirling
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3/29/24
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Olympia seeks qualified respondents with expertise in community engagement to assist with community outreach and meeting facilitation for two regional initiatives promoting residential energy …
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The Tumwater City Council voted to delay a discussion about an ordinance which, according to public interpretation, would allow indigent individuals to stay overnight in public parks.
The …
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FC Olympia has finalized their intent to kick off a local youth soccer program tied to its existing men’s and women’s United Soccer League (USL) franchises, aiming to create a path to a …
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By Vince Zafra
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3/28/24
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This morning, the cats woke me at 6:30 a.m., and as I stumbled around in semi-darkness, I heard a joyous song coming through the open window. It was an American Robin greeting the coming dawn. This …
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The City of Lacey condemned the recent cyber attack by a group of individuals on the city’s Commission on Equity public meetings on Monday, March 25.
In a press release issued on Tuesday, …
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The Lacey Historical Commission recently approved acquisitions for the Lacey Museum and Cultural Center.
During Wednesday, March 20 meeting, the commission approved all the recommendations from …
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By JC Medina
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3/27/24
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Give your child a chance to explore Puget Sound and uncover natural wonders in the estuary. Kids will learn about the flora and fauna living in Puget Sound while training themselves as future …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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3/27/24
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The Lacey Commission on Equity has become the latest victim of ‘zoombombing’ as a group of racist individuals targeted the public comment section of its meeting.
During its March 25 …
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Thurston County’s Joint Animal Services Commission (JASCOM) Executive Director Sarah Hock reports that the organization received 21.6% more calls in 2024 than in 2023.
Thurston County …
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Thurston County's Together! program has been chosen as one of the recipients of the "Communities Building Resilient Youth" funding awards by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH).
The …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/25/24
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Intercity Transit, alongside partner agencies, celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Bus Buddy program at the Olympia Transit Center last Saturday, March 16.
The Bus Buddy program has assisted …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/25/24
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Joint Animal Services encourages pet lovers to purchase an adoption gift certificate that community members can use for themselves or as a gift to loved ones instead of getting animals more …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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3/22/24
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Olympia's Climate Program Director, Dr. Pamela Braff, spoke at the city council meeting on Tuesday, March 19, to promote the "Switch is On," a regional campaign that aims to educate and inspire …
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Doves and pigeons are birds that, for the most part, can be found out in the open and sitting on wires. And they are good-sized – no squinting at tiny songbirds this week...
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