![Schlich tending to clients in his store. ""I like to share the [wine's] provenance – where it comes from, its history and cultural ties."](https://beta.creativecirclecdn.com/jolt/medium/20220729-154942-wines2.jpg)
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For cellar master Ed Schlich, wine is a democratic beverage that anyone should enjoy without concern about their knowledge of the products.
"People have been intimidated by others when it comes to …
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By Danny Stusser and Lorilyn C. Lirio
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7/29/22
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Thurston County Fair
Wednesday, July 27 through Sunday, July 31, 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Join Thurston Country as they celebrate its 150th year. This is a week-long affair in a haven of animals, …
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7/29/22
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The Funding and Governance Work Group of the Capitol Lake-Deschutes Estuary project presented yesterday their recommendations for a memorandum of understanding (MOU) as an interlocal agreement that …
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There are two species of migratory, insect-eating birds that I look up to, mainly because they are only seen when flying in the sky above me. The legs and feet of both species are weak and used …
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Pattison Lake residents are pushing for the creation of a county-supported lake management district, which they believe would help protect and oversee the improvement of water quality and safety in …
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By Lorilyn C. Lirio
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7/27/22
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InGenius!, the local artisan gallery and boutique in Yelm has announced plans for its one-year celebration, this Saturday, July 30.
“Meet the InGenius Artists”
The public will …
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This week Gary Ritchie led a one-person tour of the Centennial Rose Garden on the grounds of the Schmidt Mansion in Tumwater. The stroll among the roses was prompted by the garden reaching its …
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By Jill Severn
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7/22/22
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Tenino Depot Museum Pioneer Village- Depot MuseumJuly 22 10:00am-4:00pm, July 23 10:00am-5:00pm, July 24 11:00am-3:00pm
Do you enjoy making antler jewelry, apple cider, making, blacksmithing, …
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There are huge numbers of Double-crested Cormorants now nesting along the east side of Woodard Bay. The parents are visiting their chicks, now hatched and issuing a steady loud chorus of begging …
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More than $3 billion has been invested in cancer research since 1991, which has lead to 3.5 million fewer cancer deaths.
We are closer than ever to finding a cure, but we aren’t done …
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By Karen Waddington
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7/20/22
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Lots of local nonprofit news this week, so let's get right to it!
Make Your Vote Count!
Did you get your Thurston County ballot? The primary election ends on Tuesday, August 2, so it's a good …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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7/19/22
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The summer solstice has passed, and so has the fourth of July. In a couple of days, even Lakefair will be over. (And whether you love Lakefair or not, what a welcome sign of semi-normal life it …
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Komachin Middle School bagged several prizes during the Future Business Leaders of America’s (FBLA) National Leadership Conference, including 1st place in the national organization’s …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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7/12/22
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During its regular meeting Thursday July 7, Lacey proclaimed July as Parks and Recreation month.
In its proclamation, the city council said parks and recreation promote the health and wellness of …
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By JC Medina
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7/11/22
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Yelm Rainier Tenino Trail between Manke Road SE and Tipsoo Drive SE will be closed on Monday, July 11 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for maintenance.
According to Thurston County, crews will work on the …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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7/6/22
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Take a walk among the art at the Percival Plinth Project in Olympia. The city is hosting 18 sculpture pieces this year loaned by regional artists. The community can vote on this, and whichever piece …
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By Sage Hamilton
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7/5/22
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Tumwater Rotary Club awarded Khurshida Begum its 2022 Business Person of the Year in appreciation for her meal donation program launched during the pandemic.
“Her 'buy one, give one' program …
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By Danny Stusser and Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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7/1/22
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On June 22, Governor Jay Inslee introduced a new pollinator garden on the East Capitol Campus, which he said is “the first pollinator garden on a capitol campus in our nation’s …
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Thurston County government offices will be closed Monday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. All offices will reopen for regular business Tuesday, July 5.
The county’s …
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6/28/22
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Olympia’s newest park offers something for toddlers, seniors, skaters, lunch-packers, grade-schoolers, gardeners and beekeepers.
Not only that, Olympia didn’t have to pay a penny for …
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By Danny Stusser
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6/24/22
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