The Thurston Regional Planning Council – Technical Advisory Committee (TRPC-TAC) approved the proposed adjustment to the urban area boundaries set by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) …
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In a joint operation, Olympia Police Department (OPD) Detective Division and Thurston County Narcotics Task Force apprehended an alleged narcotics dealer operating within Olympia.
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On Saturday, October 14, 2023, Masterworks Choral Ensemble brings autumn to Olympia with its Fall Festival performance at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts .
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Community-wide emissions in Olympia had decreased by 4.7% between 2019 and 2021, Climate Programs Director Dr. Pamela Braff announced on Tuesday, September 19, when she gave an overview of the …
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Sophie Stimson, City of Olympia Public Works Transportation Director, briefed the Olympia Finance Committee on Transportation Impact Fees yesterday, September 20.
Transportation …
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On behalf of Se’Si’Le , the public is invited to stand with Indigenous leaders and Tribal communities across the Northwest in support of a Snake River journey and the Indigenous-led …
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Seven robbery suspects were arrested by authorities after being linked to a robbery that transpired last month at a local gym in Olympia.
“The victim reported that his car keys were stolen …
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The end of September is near, but the fun events just got started.
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9/21/23
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As part of its celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Olympia will host its first-ever Lula Fest this coming Saturday, September 23, from 3 to 9 p.m., downtown on Washington Street.
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/20/23
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A street and parking lot closure will be temporarily implemented in celebration of the upcoming Lula Fest on September 23, Saturday. Additionally, another street …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/20/23
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Olympia Community members backed the sidewalk projects outlined in the preliminary Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) and offered to work with the city in establishing priorities should the city council …
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The start of the school year often signals the start of the volunteer season as people return to their previous routines. However, due to the pandemic, some folks have not returned to their previous …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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9/19/23
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This is a story without words. Click the photo to see the photo caption.
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On Wednesday, September 13, the Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a presubmission conference on a proposal to construct two triplexes on the 1.60-acre Taylor Short Plat subdivision along Cooper …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/18/23
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The two recent gun incidents in Olympia’s Capital High School urged the Olympia School District (OSD) to hold the second reading and adoption of two threat and security-related policies.
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Two residents of Evergreen Park Lane in Olympia voiced their concerns about the growing homeless encampments in their neighborhood.
At Tuesday's Olympia City Council meeting, Birgit Miller …
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South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) announced the return of its community magazine, Soundwaves.
After a year-long hiatus, the magazine is back with a new look and content, featuring …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/15/23
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Thurston County and Olympia proclaimed September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month during their respective meetings Tuesday, September 12.
Olympia’ City Council cited the American …
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The Olympia City Council, on Tuesday, approved the Arts Commission's recommendations to purchase "A Song for Nurturing Peace" by Nancy Thorne-Chambers, which won the 2023 Percival Plinth People's …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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9/14/23
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This Saturday, September 16, classical music enthusiasts in Washington, will witness a remarkable performance by the Olympia Symphony Orchestra as they take center stage to perform the American …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/14/23
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