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Well, folks, the pre-election year is upon us once again. Not for the first or last time will we be bombarded with political ads, name-calling, out and out lies, and general juvenile behavior by …
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Column by Kathleen Anderson
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5/31/23
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National Trails Day will be celebrated on the first Saturday of June as a day of service for hometown trails and for those who love trails and nature.
The holiday is a nationwide movement by the …
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By Sage Hamilton
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5/29/23
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She is a tiny woman who radiates love and joy. Her life is inspiring and she has thrived in her life, despite early devastation.
On Sunday, May 21, 2023, a ribbon-cutting event with about …
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The fascination of Himalayan blue poppies
Anyone who has seen a Himalayan blue poppy remembers when they saw one for the first time: the sudden, stunned breath of wonder at the sight of this …
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Next week is the beginning of an end. May is passing the fun to June. Let us take a peek at these wonderful local events.
Black Box Jazz: David Joyner and Jared Hall Quartet, Friday, May 26, 10 …
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5/26/23
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In September of 2022, 4 new library card designs were released in honor of “Library Card Sign-up Month”. This September, TRL plans to release 3 brand-new designs using the artwork of …
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5/25/23
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Editor's note: George is taking a week off. This was originally published June 9 , 2022 under the headline, " Three lesser-known bird species that are among the most interesting. "
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By George Walter
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5/25/23
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I am sure you are aware; that this weekend is Memorial Day weekend, and while many of us will be celebrating with BBQ, boats, or beaches, I think it is important to take a moment to reflect on the …
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Column By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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5/23/23
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The 2023 legislature's Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1791 (2023 ESHB1791) was set to continue the site search, with some better community involvement, better specificity as to excludable areas, and …
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This year’s recipient of the Dispute Resolution Center’s (DRC) Evan Ferber Peacemaker Award is an Olympia Police Department (OPD) civilian staff person, Outreach Services …
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By Shirley Stirling
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5/19/23
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Camas is blooming in Thurston County prairies this week, including prairie land on JBLM. It’s also blooming in the median of I-5 in Hawks Prairie.
This small blue flower is a hardy native …
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The month of May is now closing its doors. Have you attended some local events this month? Now is your last chance to.
Art in the Parks Workshop: Photography in the Park, Saturday, May 20, …
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5/19/23
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Komachin students in Lacey exceed their March of Dimes donation goals, QR code sharing strategy used
The Komachin Middle School chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) has raised $2,177.00 of its $500 goal starting in January 2023 for its national service partner, the March of Dimes. …
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Submitted by: Marcus McLeod, Komachin Middle School student
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5/18/23
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It’s been so warm at night that I have left my bedroom’s sliding door open. As a result, I’ve been awakened at about 5:00 a.m. by singing birds (and wide-awake cats who think they …
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By George Walter
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5/18/23
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How did you like the lightning and thunder show last night? I know that here in the PNW we don’t get storms like that very often (in Texas, we call that April and May), but the severity of the …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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5/16/23
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How were the first two weeks of May? Buckle up and skim through the upcoming events below.
Flag Book Workshop with Ray, Saturday, May 13, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Created by book artist Hedi Kyle, a flag …
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5/12/23
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Wow. A forecast for nearly 90 degrees on Mothers’ Day! Public opinion is divided about our heat wave, but tomato plants love it. And a lot of mothers love tomato plants.
Maybe your mother …
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By Jill Severn
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5/12/23
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At Tuesday's Olympia City Council meeting, the Heritage Commission honored seven individuals, places, and local organizations that have contributed to the community's heritage.
Recipients of …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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5/11/23
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In recent weeks several readers have asked me to help them better identify the spring birds, and especially their songs. I suspect some of you have tried listening to the dawn chorus and been …
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Dr. Thelma Jackson has been recognized as Lacey's 'Ken Balsley Historian of the Year' as a significant part of the city's history month this year.
Jackson has been recognized for her extensive …
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By JC Medina
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5/9/23
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