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A site plan shows the proposed five-story Franz Anderson permanent supportive housing project at 527 Franz Anderson Road SE in Olympia. The 71-unit apartment building would be built adjacent to an existing tiny shelter village, seen on the east side of Franz Anderson Road.

Lacey City Council seeks tougher Franz Anderson terms

Lingering concerns over how the Low Income Housing Institute has handled the Maple Court shelter are driving the Lacey City Council ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/7/26 | 6 comments

City of Lacey officials and Washington State Auditor’s Office representatives gathered for the presentation of the Stewardship Award.

City of Lacey earns state award for financial excellence

The City of Lacey has received state recognition for its financial reporting practices and management of public ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/7/26

Vince McGowan takes the reins of the Lacey Public Works Department

The City of Lacey named Vince McGowan as the new director of the Public Works ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/7/26 | 1 comment

Lacey Deputy Mayor Malcolm Miller presented an Emergency Preparedness Month proclamation at the Lacey City Council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026.

Lacey City Council puts emergency preparedness in focus

The City of Lacey is stepping up its emergency preparedness push this month with household planning and volunteer radio support ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/3/26 | 2 comments

The Lacey City Council discussed stormwater rate increases during a work session on Aug. 25, 2026

Lacey City Council seeks more analysis before approving stormwater rate increases

Stormwater rates in Lacey could start climbing in 2027 in order to finance infrastructure projects and additional utility needs through ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 9/1/26

The revised City of Lacey 2026 budget amendment proposes $5.9 million in changes, as presented to the Lacey City Council at a meeting on Aug. 25, 2026.

City of Lacey final budget amendment grows to $5.9 million

Higher utility bills are putting pressure on the 2026 budget for the City of ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/31/26

Two big birthdays: America at 250 and Lacey at 60!

Happy 60th birthday, Lacey! Of the tri-cities in Thurston County, Lacey, officially incorporated in 1966, is the baby, roughly 100 ... more

By Shirley Stirling | 8/31/26

The Lacey Historical Commission reviewed the historic markers mapping project during ia meeting on Aug. 19, 2026.

Lacey Historical Commission advances historic markers map project

The City of Lacey is developing a public online map to make its historic markers easier to find and ... more

By Kamkeo Marquez | 8/28/26

The Lacey Equity Map displays accessibility data for areas within the city and urban growth area.

Commission weighs additions to Equity Map in Lacey

The City of Lacey is preparing changes to its Equity Map after a year of ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/28/26 | 7 comments

Lacey City Council members reviewed the appointment process for the vacant Position 3 seat during a council meeting on Aug. 18, 2026.

Lacey City Council seeks Position 3 replacement, reviews selection process

The Lacey City Council has opened the application window for the vacant Position 3 seat, beginning a selection process that must lead to an ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/26/26 | 1 comment

Local history programs and exhibits are planned for the Lacey Historical Society community celebration at Lacey Community Center on Sept. 8, 2026.

Lacey Historical Society to mark city’s 60th, America’s 250th anniversaries with celebration

Lacey’s 60 years as a city and the nation’s 250th anniversary will be commemorated at a celebration organized by the Lacey ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/25/26

A road in Lacey, as shown in the City of Lacey's 2025 State of the Streets report.

City of Lacey seeks vendor for road condition assessment

The City of Lacey is looking for a qualified service vendor to survey and rate the condition of its ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/24/26

Lacey City Council members recognized Nicolas Martinez-Dunning following the acceptance of his resignation at a meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026.

Martinez-Dunning resigns from Lacey City Council as bid for higher office moves forward

Amid a brewing fall battle for higher office, Lacey City Councilman Nicolas Martinez-Dunning resigned from his Position 3 seat after ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/21/26 | 16 comments

Saint Martin’s University is a 2026-27 College of Distinction.

Saint Martin’s University earns 10 Colleges of Distinction awards

Saint Martin’s University was named a 2026-27 Colleges of Distinction in 10 categories, including the new transfer award that recognizes ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 8/21/26

The Lacey City Council issued a proclamation recognizing Aug. 31 as Overdose Awareness Day during its meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026.

Lacey City Council proclaims Aug. 31 as Overdose Awareness Day 

As prevention and recovery efforts continue in Thurston County, the City of Lacey will mark Aug. 31 as Overdose Awareness Day ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/20/26

Lacey City Hall is located at 420 College St. in Lacey.

Lacey Planning Commission to hold hearing on tree protection code changes

The City of Lacey is revisiting its tree protection rules amid more public feedback to the Lacey City Council about tree standards and how ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/19/26

Lacey City Council members reviewed possible changes to the city’s solid waste collection system during a work session on Aug. 11, 2026.

Lacey City Council weighs LeMay franchise, possible higher rates 

More city control over solid waste collection could come at a cost for customers in ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/18/26 | 7 comments

Energize Thurston is now in its second year.

Discounted heat pump program enters second year in Thurston County

Energize Thurston, the heat pump campaign for Thurston County, Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity, is now in ... more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 8/18/26

Lacey City Council members received an update on the Lacey Veterans Services Hub and its proposed 2027-31 strategic plan at a meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.

Lacey City Council reviews five-year strategic plan for Veterans Services Hub

A five-year strategy to address funding, volunteer and other needs at Lacey Veterans Services Hub (LVSH) is under consideration, as the support ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/14/26

Two undeveloped parcels at 3202 and 3220 Willamette Drive NE in Lacey are being eyed for rezoning to High Density Residential from Neighborhood Commercial.

Planning Commission to hear request to rezone Willamette Drive site for housing in Lacey

A proposed zoning change aims to convert nearly 2 acres of Neighborhood Commercial land to High Density Residential in ... more

By Kameko Marquez | 8/13/26