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Enjoy the last days of July and welcome the fast-approaching days of August!
2023 Thurston County Fair, Weekend, July 26 - 30
Fair hours: 10-9 Wed & Thurs, 10-10 Fri & Sat, 10-8 Sun …
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7/27/23
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Olympia equity commission introduces subcommittee for Community Oversight of Law Enforcement project
Director of Strategic Planning and Performance Stacey Ray convened with Olympia’s Social Justice and Equity Commission Monday, July 24, to discuss the commission’s model of care for …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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7/26/23
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For twelve years I was the pet parent of the most fascinating, frustrating and adorable yorkie in the world. And I am the first to admit I was stupid over that dog. When I found this little nugget of …
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With incumbent Municipal Judge Scott Ahlf moving to serve as Washington State’s court services director for the Administrative Office of Courts, Olympia is seeking applicants who will finish …
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7/25/23
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When I was growing up my art teacher (shout out to Sister Madeline!) told us that everyone is an artist just that some of us must work harder than others to discover the medium that reveals our …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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7/25/23
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70% of residents believe Olympia is heading on the wrong track Survey shows big declines in satisfaction as place to live, retire and raise a family
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Olympia’s recent survey revealed what might be obvious to many residents: Homelessness is the top issue cited by respondents, with 85% saying that they are dissatisfied with housing and …
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Armory Building Manager Valerie Roberts has updated the Olympia City Council about the Olympia Armory Creative Campus phase one plan, which focused on designing with the community through artists' …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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7/24/23
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The Cinderella story for Oly Town Artesians FC this year continues in the postseason as they put up a spectacular performance in their USL2 playoff debut after thrashing a distraught Park City Red …
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By Vince Zafra
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7/24/23
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Olympia is reminding community members to participate in the Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA) survey on the city’s website to help the city determine its vulnerability to …
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Olympia’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) formed a subcommittee assigned to review the preliminary 2024 - 2029 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) yesterday, July 19.
“The …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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7/20/23
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After clinching the last playoff spot for the Northwest Division last week, the Oly Town FC will officially compete in the National playoff as one of the country's 32 best men’s …
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By Vince Zafra
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7/20/23
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The Olympia City Council on Tuesday recognized the Olympia Northeast Neighborhoods Alliance (ONNA), particularly its board member Mike Dexel and property owners Yu and Jung Kim, for successfully …
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Olympia City Councilmember Dani Madrone requested the Community Livability and Public Safety Committee to review the city's code on Independent Salary Commission to update the ordinance within the …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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7/18/23
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I hope everyone is having a fun and safe summer. One of my fondest memories of summer is attending a Shakespearean play and listening to free concerts in the park on a hot summer evening. The …
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The Olympia City Council on Tuesday signed a proclamation designating July 2023 as Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.
Olympia joined the National Alliance on …
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Eskridge Boulevard at Cain Road SE will be closed Wednesday, July 19 with the rest of Cain Road remaining open for motorists, Olympia said in a press release.
According to Olympia, crews will …
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7/17/23
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Olympia is warning motorists that it will be refreshing its road markings on the following two weekends, July 22 to 23 and July 29 to 30.
“This project will cause traffic delays, and we …
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7/17/23
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Despite losing the final match 2-1 against fourth-place, United PDX FC in front of almost 400 home supporters last Friday, July 14, the Oly Town FC men’s squad secured their ticket for a USL2 …
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By Vince Zafra
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7/17/23
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Director of Career & College Readiness Paula Perryman reported the success of Olympia School District (OSD)’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) during a regular board meeting yesterday, …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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7/14/23
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