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Ribbon cutting West Olympia Timberland Regional Library Grand Reopening Saturday, May 6.
West Olympia Timberland Library hosted grand reopening last Saturday
The West Olympia Timberland Library hosted a Grand Reopening Saturday, May 6. The library, which is located inside Capital Mall next to Van's store and the entrance nearest Total Wine, used the … more
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Jay Kang is the new nonprofit guy in town
When I was the Director of Volunteers at the Dallas Public Library, I often heard, “so you’re a volunteer?” Those of us in the volunteer management profession hear this a lot. … more
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The JOLT publishes readers' letters on Thurston County topics, generally verbatim and within a day or two of receiving them. These opinions come from members of our community.
Future parking in Olympia: Eco-friendly or a public menace?
On 17 April 2023, the Olympia Planning Commission (OPC) decided to propose to the City Council that it eliminate parking requirements for residential units of various housing types: single-family … more
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This is a copy of the mailer sent to residents in Olympia and Tumwater during the week that ended March 31, 2023.
Tumwater signs joint defense agreement with Olympia to address PDC complaints
Tumwater City Council authorized Mayor Debbie Sullivan to sign a joint defense agreement with the city of Olympia on Tuesday, May 2, to address complaints filed by two area residents with the Public … more
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Olympia Site Plan Committee reviewed two projects – constructing a multi-use building and a retail building along Harrison Avenue on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.
New mixed-use and retail buildings are being planned for Harrison Avenue
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a presubmission conference for two proposals last Wednesday, May 3: an 11,250-square-foot multi-use building at 4315 Harrison Avenue NW and a … more
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South Puget Sound Community College was recognized as a finalist for the 2023 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence on April 20, 2023.
South Puget Sound Community College is a finalist for the 2023 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence
On April 20, the Aspen Institute announced the winners and finalists of the 2023 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier award for two-year colleges. South Puget … more
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Michael A Brown
Michael A Brown, 37, of Olympia, died on May 6 at Good Samaritan Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Funeral Alternatives of Washington , 360-753-1065. more
Concept photo of creating homes in the area we live in.
Olympia seeks proposals to study various ways to increase affordable housing for low-income households
Olympia is seeking proposals from qualified consultant teams to conduct research and provide recommendations, specifically in increasing the number of units permanently affordable to low-income … more
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South Bay Fire District 8, formally known as Thurston County Fire Protection District #8, serves the northernmost points of Thurston County, north of 26th Avenue, north of Olympia and Lacey.
Fire district serving areas north of Lacey and Olympia seeking individuals to serve on pro and con committees – by next Monday
This August, voters … more
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The sketchbook from the arrest from the evidence photos.
Couple allegedly pulls knife on man and robs him of his sketchbook over a drawing
A 41-year-old man allegedly pulled a knife on another individual over a sketchbook that supposedly contained naked pictures of his 38-year-old girlfriend. Jared David Skewis and Melanie R. Cameron … more
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"We want to encourage the community to enjoy the benefits of riding a bike, both to individuals and the community's health and well-being," said Bicycle Commuter Challenge Coordinator Duncan Green.
Intercity Transit hosts 36th Annual Bicycle Community Challenge this month
Intercity Transit is hosting the Annual Bicycle Community Challenge in Thurston County this month.  Bicycle Commuter Challenge Coordinator Duncan Green said the 36-year-old event is the … more
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At the Olympia Planning Commission meeting held Monday, May 1, 2023, the commissioners unanimously approved the minority report, which contains dissenting opinions of those who did not support the zero-parking requirements. The report would be submitted along with the OPC recommendation to the city council.
Olympia Planning Commissioner would delay implementation of the zero-parking ordinance
Olympia Planning Commissioner Carole Richmond has proposed a one-year delay in implementing the parking code amendment under consideration to allow the necessary time to address any issues and … more
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A slide from the Port’s September 2022 presentation shows areas of Budd Inlet where dredging would occur.
Port of Olympia secures state funding for Budd Inlet cleanup project
The Port of Olympia secured a total amount of $8.45 million from the 2023-25 state capital budget for the cleanup of Budd Inlet. The state legislature approved the budget on Sunday, April 23, and … more
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At the Olympia Site Review Plan Committee's presubmission conference held Wednesday, April 26, 2023, Architect Josh Gobel presented the plan showing an entrance for each workspace.
Owner wants to convert an 85-year-old downtown warehouse into eight workspaces
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee heard a proposal to divide an 85-year-old warehouse building located at 304 Olympia Avenue NE to divide into eight workspaces on Wednesday, April 26. Project … more
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At a meeting held Thursday, April 27, 2023, the Land Use and Environment Committee heard community members' opinions on the zero parking proposal.
Olympia community members repeat their opposition to a zero-parking proposal
Olympia community members used the public comment platform at Tuesday's Land Use and Environment Committee meeting to reiterate their opposition to the Planning Commission's recommendation to remove … more
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The Land Use and Environment Committee approved the zero-parking proposal at its meeting held Thursday, April 27, 2023.
Olympia committee approves zero-parking proposal
On Thursday, Olympia's Land Use and Environment Committee approved the Planning Commission's recommendation to amend the zero minimum parking proposal on residential with instruction to the staff to … more
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Site plan for the proposal of converting a building functioning as the Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake at 2300 Evergreen Park Drive SW to multifamily use.
Owner proposes to convert Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake to apartments
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee, on Wednesday, April 26, heard a proposal to convert the Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake to multifamily use. The building at 2300 Evergreen Park Drive SW has … more
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Jeff Bernard, Rainer Storb, Adrian Storb, Kelton Jenkins paddle in the second annual Squaxin Island Race was held Saturday, April 15, by the Sound Rowers and Paddlers Club.
The Sound Rowers and Paddlers Club held the second annual Squaxin Island Race
The second annual Squaxin Island Race was held Saturday, April 15, by the Sound Rowers and Paddlers Club. The race started out of Boston Harbor Marina, with the start and finish lines close to the … more
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Luminary Procession in 2019.
Music, celebration and street closures for Olympia Artwalk today and tomorrow
Olympia’s Spring Arts walk is in full swing today, with more than 98 locations participating in hosting art experiences. There are more than 225 artists to engage with and activities to enjoy … more
In a meeting held Wednesday, April 26, 2023, the Olympia Community Livability and Public Safety Committee approved the six nominations for the 2023 Heritage Award.
Olympia committee nominates 7 for cultural heritage awards
Olympia Heritage Commission vice chair Garner Miller unveiled this year's Heritage Award nominees, most of whom contributed to the city's music culture, at the Community Livability and Public Safety … more
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