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The Lacey City Council strengthened its call to “dismantle racism” as it officially proclaimed February as Black History Month.
The proclamation, read by the whole council, …
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By JC Medina
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2/9/24
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Thurston County, along with non-profit Legacy Forest Defense Coalition (LFDC), filed a complaint against the Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in Thurston County Superior Court last …
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Tumwater residents near Cleveland Avenue expressed their concern regarding the impact of the E Street Connection project.
The road project will connect Capitol Boulevard to Cleveland Avenue by …
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The Port of Olympia Commission narrowed its choices to two candidates for the new executive director: Mike Reid and Alexandra Smith.
The commission held a meeting today, February 8, to evaluate …
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Building upon previous collaborative efforts towards regional climate action, the Lacey City Council authorized the city manager to sign an Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with Thurston County and the …
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Recognizing the important contributions of African Americans, the Olympia City Council honored February 2024 as Black History Month.
Council members took part in reading the proclamation on …
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) agenda-setting meeting on Tuesday, February 6, was marked by discussions surrounding the annual Point in Time Homeless Census and the Right of Way …
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By JC Medina
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2/7/24
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners recently approved the motion to update the membership and charter of the Thurston County Law & Justice Council during its meeting on Tuesday, February …
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By JC Medina
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2/7/24
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The Olympia City Council approved the proposed 2024 work plans for the Land Use and Environment Committee, Community Livability and Public Safety Committee, and Finance Committee yesterday, February …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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2/7/24
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Some 90 community members gathered last night for a public reception to meet the four finalist candidates for the Port of Olympia’s executive director position. The reception was held at the …
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It could have been two massive come-from-behind wins at home, but lightning didn’t strike twice for the Saints as they were stunned by Simon Fraser University, 72-74, in an upset at the Marcus …
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By Vince Zafra
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2/6/24
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Vowing to avenge their latest road loss late in January from the hands of Alaska, the Saints bounced back from a 10-point deficit to beat the Western Washington University, 77-75, in a nail-biter of …
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By Vince Zafra
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2/6/24
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Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) discussion of the housing needs assessment and proposed allocation methodology, TRPC member Hilary Seidel urged the staff Friday, January 2, to consider …
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Olympia's Cultural Access Advisory Board approved its annual work plan on Thursday, February 1. It outlines ongoing tasks such as advising on cultural programs and supporting community outreach …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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2/2/24
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Officials from the Washington State Auditor's Office said Lacey has generally been compliant with local and state laws, regulations and policies but the city also found itself under scrutiny …
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By JC Medina
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2/1/24
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A proposed affordable housing development by the South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity at 2502 8th Avenue SE in Olympia would face significant unexpected costs as city staff outlined extensive off-site …
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Lake management company Northwest Aquatic Eco-Systems announced its closure on Saturday, January 24.
The company has been providing aquatic weed and algae removal services since 1981, serving …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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2/1/24
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Saint Martin’s University has been chosen to receive a $296,000 grant from the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust in Vancouver, Washington, the school announced in a press release.
The grant is …
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has given the green light to three contracts to address climate change concerns and update its comprehensive plan.
During its meeting on …
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Thurston County reminds community members of next week's voter registration deadlines for the February 13 special election.
In a press release, the Office of the County Auditor reminded that …
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1/31/24
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