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The North Thurston Public Schools Board of Directors is looking to fill the District 2 Board of Director's position.
Search underway for North Thurston Public Schools District 2 director 
North Thurston Public Schools is looking for an individual to fill the seat of the District 2 director, which became vacant after a board ... more
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An aerial view of "The Jungle" homeless encampment in Olympia.
No immediate closure for ‘The Jungle’ in Olympia, advocates want residents involved in planning
Olympia Mayor Dontae Payne attempted to quell chatter tied to a remark he made earlier this month about plans for the potential closure of a large ... more
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A map shared during the Tumwater Public Works Committee meeting on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2025, shows the proposed location of a temporary housing unit for firefighters at the North End Fire Station on Linwood Avenue. 
Temporary housing unit going in at North End Fire Station in Tumwater 
The City of Tumwater is moving forward with a plan to purchase a temporary housing unit for firefighters at the North End Fire Station on Linwood ... more
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Equity Commission members sought in Tumwater
The City of Tumwater is seeking residents who want to join its new Equity ... more
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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 holds Franz Anderson financial commitment up over developer concerns 
The Lacey City Council put a $3 million commitment to a regional affordable housing project on hold, as it is seeking additional information on the ... more
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Bill Daley, a former Olympia mayor, is remembered as a visionary civic leader who championed the arts. The Olympia Armory was officially renamed the Daley Art Center in his honor.
Olympia City Council names three public spaces after former civic leaders
With strong backing from community members, the Olympia City Council unanimously approved the official naming of three public ... more
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Lacey Fire Department Chief Jennifer Schmidt, Thurston County Emergency Services Director Ben Miller-Todd and other personnel participated in a push-in ceremony for a new paramedic unit. Both agencies announced the ceremony on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. 
Lacey Fire District 3, Thurston County Medic One hold push-in ceremony for new paramedic units 
Two new paramedic units are now serving the City of Lacey after Lacey Fire District 3 and Thurston County Medic One held a traditional push-in ... more
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Tenant eviction gets heated on Carpenter Road
 A physical eviction at a duplex turned into a heated affair, in which the tenant allegedly torched his residence before exiting, and then confronted law enforcement ... more
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A map shows Port of Olympia’s sampling area for Sub-area 3 of Budd Inlet, which the port has been studying to determine the extent of its contamination. 
Port of Olympia to resume sediment sampling in Budd Inlet    
The Port of Olympia plans to resume sediment sampling in Budd Inlet by late February or early March, as part of its effort to determine the extent ... more
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At least 200 people lined 4th Avenue in downtown Olympia in protest of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.
Olympia, Thurston County to coordinate response to potential federal enforcement
Citing recent federal immigration enforcement efforts in other cities, Mayor Dontae Payne said Olympia is coordinating with ... more
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The newly rehabilitated Bowker House, located at 915 Lacey St. SE, is now under a 10-year special tax valuation agreement. 
Historical commission to monitor Bowker House in Lacey
The Bowker House is now under a 10-year special tax valuation agreement that requires the City of Lacey Historical Commission ... more
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Name released of Lacey Police Department officer involved in deadly force incident
A state agency investigating the use of deadly force by a Lacey Police Department officer identified the policeman involved in the ... more
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Intercity Transit is going to buy 18 new hybrid buses in a deal valued at $31.4 million.
Intercity Transit to spend $31.4 million on 18 hybrid buses
It's going to be out with the old and in with the new for buses at Intercity ... more
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Two students from Saint Martin’s University in Lacey were selected for the Gilman scholarship, the school announced on Jan. 26, 2026.
Coveted Gilman scholarships awarded to two Saint Martin’s University students 
Saint Martin’s University students Ernestina Herrera-Agustin and William Curtis Jr., are among 1,500 recipients of the prestigious Gilman ... more
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Renderings of the proposed West Bay Yards development at 1210 West Bay Drive in Olympia.
Olympia issues SEPA determination for West Bay Yards project, seeks public input 
Olympia has approved the environmental review for the West Bay Yards development, clearing a key hurdle for the waterfront ... more
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An early concept proposal from Kalyan Hospitality for a Port of Olympia property on Marine Drive envisions a 120-room hotel with a restaurant, rooftop bar and event space. The company also proposes including public-facing amenities, such as a plaza, promenade connections and retail space.
Hotel company expresses interest in developing waterfront property at port peninsula 
A hotel company has submitted a proposal to the Port of Olympia to develop a waterfront site at the port ... more
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Voter registration deadlines loom for Feb. 10 Special Election in Thurston County
A couple of key voter registration deadlines are approaching ahead of the Feb. 10 Special Election in Thurston ... more
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One person was critically injured when the driver of a Dodge Charger lost control of the vehicle and hit a cement barrier at the bottom of Nisqually Hill near an Interstate 5 on-ramp on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026.
Vehicle crashes into cement barrier, one person critically injured in Thurston County
 One person was critically injured when the driver of a Dodge Charger lost control of the vehicle and hit a cement barrier near an Interstate 5 ... more
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Tumwater School District Superintendent Kevin Bogatin reported the achievements of the district’s students at a school board meeting on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. 
Tumwater School District students lauded for work in arts, TV and sports 
A number of Tumwater School District students were honored for their achievements in visual arts, television and sports last ... more
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The Thurston County REALTORS Association honored Veronica Hand with its 2025 Partner of the Year award. The recognition was announced by Lacey City Manager Rick Walk on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2026. 
Lacey Equity and Inclusion Program Manager Veronica Hand honored by real estate group
A City of Lacey employee was honored by a local real estate group for her work with the industry last ... more
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