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Sidewalk replacement work at the intersection of 4th Avenue and Plum Street in downtown Olympia, as seen on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025. More road improvement work is scheduled in the area starting on July 6, 2026.
Roadwork planned around 4th Avenue and Plum Street in Olympia
A weeklong road improvement project will make navigating an area around 4th Avenue and Plum Street in Olympia a bit trickier next ... more
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Island Joy Mart owner Joyleen Haser shows off some clothing from her store at 2747 Pacific Ave. SE Suite A6 in Olympia.
Island Joy Mart brings taste, cultural connections from the Pacific Islands 
A new Olympia grocery store is helping bridge the distance from home by offering familiar island staples, clothing and traditions from across the ... more
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Spectators watched the Egypt vs. Iran 2026 FIFA World Cup match on an LED screen at sunset on Friday, June 26, 2026.
Pride celebrated on final day of Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone
The Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone came to a close with a celebration of Pride Month and the screening of two 2026 FIFA World Cup matches ... more
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The Olympia School District Board of Directors approved the 2026-27 school year budget at a meeting on June 25, 2026.
Olympia School District board approves 2026-27 spending plan
The Olympia School District Board of Directors formally approved the 2026-27 academic year budget with the adoption of ... more
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Bus pad work to impact streets in east side of Olympia
The installation of bus pads for Intercity Transit is going to impact traffic in an east side neighborhood in ... more
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The Olympia City Council shared photos of Harriet Rambo, 12, who served as Olympia’s Mayor for a Day on May 29, 2026. Rambo was recognized by the city council at a meeting on June 23, 2026.
Harriet Rambo recognized as Olympia’s Mayor for the Day 
A 12-year-old girl from Jefferson Middle School served as the City of Olympia's 2026 Mayor for the ... more
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Soccer fans gathered on a cool, wet night at Port Plaza at Port of Olympia to watch Team USA take on Türkiye in a 2026 FIFA World Cup match on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Soccer fans gather at Port Plaza for Team USA-Türkiye match
Despite the gloomy weather, hundreds of soccer fans turned up at the Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone to watch Team USA take on Türkiye in their ... more
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Soccer fans took in the action between USA and Australia at Port Plaza at the Port of Olympia on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone helps grow game of soccer in Thurston County
The Thurston County Chamber of Commerce organized a community fan zone experience where spectators can gather to watch select ... more
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Rain in the forecast for opening night of Capital City Pride Festival
An incoming storm could put a damper on the opening night of the Capital City Pride Festival in downtown Olympia and the closing ... more
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Olympia Building Decarbonization Program Manager Dominic Jones said the city has provisionally selected 10 rental units for its Safe Housing and Rental Efficiency (SHARE) Accelerator program. Jones spoke at the Olympia City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Olympia selects 10 rental units for housing upgrade pilot program
The City of Olympia has provisionally selected 10 affordable rental units for its Safe Housing and Rental Efficiency ... more
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OSD Board of Directors to hold public hearing on 2026-27 budget
A public hearing on the 2026-27 Olympia School District budget is scheduled for this week amid a backdrop of financial and ... more
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A map of the Fones Road Corridor Project in Olympia.
Paving work resumes on multimillion-dollar Fones Road Corridor Project in Olympia
A wealth of paving work is resuming on Fones Road in Olympia, as crews edge closer to the finish line of the multimillion-dollar ... more
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"Music in the Park" returns to downtown Olympia in July.
'Music in the Park' returning to downtown Olympia in July
"Music in the Park" is returning with free music and summer fun in ... more
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"Renter Ready" workshops are being held by the Dispute Resolution Center of Thurston County on July 20-21.
Dispute Resolution Center offering free renter training workshops
The Dispute Resolution Center of Thurston County is offering free training workshops for renters and prospective renters on ... more
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A sold-out crowd of approximately 2,800 people packed the 2026 FIFA World Cup Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone at Port Plaza at Port of Olympia on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Soccer fans pack Port Plaza on opening day of 2026 FIFA World Cup Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone
A sold-out crowd of approximately 2,800 soccer fans packed Port Plaza at Port of Olympia for the debut of the Olympia-Lacey Fan ... more
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Free summer lunch program starts on June 22 for Olympia School District
The Olympia School District announced the opening of its free summer lunch program for children 18 and ... more
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What’s happening this weekend in Thurston County
There are a number of events taking place this weekend in Thurston County, including "Gardening with an Edge" in Lacey and ... more
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After a lengthy debate over the city’s grant process, the Olympia City Council approved more than $3 million in Inspire Olympia Program funding for 85 local organizations at a meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Olympia City Council approves over $3M in Inspire Olympia grants after lengthy debate
The Olympia City Council approved more than $3 million in cultural grants after a lengthy debate over transparency, oversight and ... more
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The Olympia City Council endorsed a proclamation designating June 19 as Juneteenth.  
Olympia marks Juneteenth with call for unity, continued support for Black community 
The Olympia City Council proclaimed Friday, June 19, as Juneteenth, while emphasizing its significance as both a celebration of freedom and a ... more
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The Port of Olympia's Port Plaza is the site of Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone kicks off on Friday
The Olympia-Lacey Fan Zone will open at Port of Olympia’s Port Plaza on Friday, June 19, giving the public a unique experience for watching 2026 ... more
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