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At the Olympia City Council meeting held Tuesday, January 10, 2023, councilmembers signed two proclamations recognizing the men and women in the police department who serve the community and observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 16.
Olympia pays tribute to MLK Day; recognizes Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
The Olympia City Council  signed two proclamations observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 16, 2023 and recognizing Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on January 9, 2023 on Tuesday, … more
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Olympia-commissioned artists Jennifer Corio and Dave Frei presented the public art concept at the city council meeting on Tuesday, January 10, 2023. The councilmembers unanimously approved the arts concept.
"Tree' and 'Roots' proposed public art installations unanimously approved for Martin Way and Pacific Avenue in Olympia
The Olympia City Council unanimously approved Martin Way and Pacific Avenue Art Crossing public art concept plans presented by city-commissioned artists Jennifer Corio and Dave Frei. At the city … more
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One lane of 14th Avenue East’s eastbound traffic will be closed for two hours, then another lane of the street’s westbound traffic closed off for another two hours tomorrow, January 12.
Traffic disruption at 14th Avenue tunnel tomorrow
Olympia will be partially closing 14th Avenue East in the tunnel near Jefferson Street, the Southeast roundabout and Plaza Garage tomorrow for around four hours. According to the city’s … more
Approximately 45 of the 60 protestors observed the public testimony portion of the Port of Olympia Commission meeting on January 9, 2022; of these, 17 spoke to the commission.
Protesters, Port staff differ about expectations for Airport Master Plan Update
Some 60 area residents protested last night for 30 minutes outside of the Port of Olympia’s meeting room, prior to the commissioners’ regular meeting, seeking to persuade the … more
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Seven community members participated in a public hearing for the proposed fire benefit charge (FBC) on Monday, January 9, 2023.
RFA planning committee holds public hearing on Fire Benefit Charge
The Regional Fire Authority planning committee held a public hearing on the Fire Benefit Charge, one of the funding components in the Olympia-Tumwater Fire Authority operation, on Monday, January … more
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Senior Planner Nicole Floyd presented the variance and reasonable use exception code revisions at a meeting last Monday, January 9.
Olympia committee proposes revisions for Reasonable Use Exception Code
The Olympia Planning Commission held a virtual meeting on Monday, January 9, to discuss zoning code text amendments related to Reasonable Use Exceptions (RUE). Senior Planner Nicole Floyd … more
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Oly Town scrambling for the ball during its January 7, 2023 match against Bellevue.
Busy year as Oly Town FC kicks off this January
Are you craving for more soccer after your 2022 FIFA World Cup hangover? Worry no more as Oly Town FC kicks off the new year with more soccer and soccer-related events to start in what could be … more
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James O’Keeffe, of Olympia, is shown filling his water jug at the well at Artesian Commons Park.
Artesian Commons Park might reopen as an open air market
Olympia's Parking & Business Improvement Area (PBIA) is contemplating partnering with the city's economic development department to reopen and use the Artesian Commons Park, which was shut down … more
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Olympia School district discussing the 2023 district budget breakdown.
Olympia School Board holds first 2023 worksession, discusses budget updates
The Olympia School District (OSD) Board held its first 2023 work session on Thursday, January 5 to tackle the district budget and prepare for the upcoming legislative session. Assistant … more
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"It is a bit of an icon for downtown Olympia. It speaks to a place in time and style of travel."
Greyhound Bus Station could become restaurant, offices or clinic
Olympia's Site Plan Review Committee held a presubmission hearing on the possible reuse of the historic Greyhound Bus Station at 107 7th Avenue East on Wednesday, January 4. According to Bill … more
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Olympia man accused of sexually harassing EMT
An Olympia man was charged with a felony after his alleged sexual harassment of a female emergency medical technician (EMT) who was trying to transport him to a hospital. William Wiley Stone, 35, … more
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Coach Chris Wells
Chris Wells to lead Oly Town Women’s pro soccer inaugural W-League stint
The Oly Town Artesians FC (football club) Women has confirmed the signing of Chris Wells as its new head coach last New Year’s Eve ahead of Oly Town’s upcoming debut in the USL W League … more
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A woman gardener holding a sheaf of carrots in a garden
Olympia mulls developing agri-park; seeks consultants for feasibility study
To address the loss of farmland in the city and the gap in the food system, Olympia is seeking experienced design consultants to prepare an agri-park feasibility study to determine the viability of … more
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The suspect is accused of stealing nearly $1,800 worth of clothing from Macy’s with the intention of selling them to get money for food.
Shoplifting suspect arrested after passerby gave chase
An alleged shoplifter was arrested with the help of a civilian who witnessed the man scuffling with a department store employee, the civilian had a gun and chased the suspect and fired his gun into … more
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Applications for Olympia’s new cultural advisory board due in ten days
Applications for Olympia’s new advisory board due in ten days Olympia is reminding interested community members to apply for a seat on the city’s Cultural Access Program Advisory … more
Olympia offices to close early tomorrow
The City of Olympia announced that its offices will close early tomorrow, December 30, with several of its offices remaining closed the day after New Year’s Day. In its press release, the … more
Olympia mayor Cheryl Selby (center) with some city advisory committee members.
Olympia, Lacey seek members for advisory boards
Olympia and Lacey are looking for community members who will fill vacant posts on both cities’ advisory boards. Cultural Access Advisory Board vacancies Olympia is currently seeking … more
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The flood waters carried this giant post all the way up the steps past the sandy beach in Boston Harbor, in northern Olympia.
Hazardous weather still expected from tidal floods, rain flooding and winds alerts, road closures
A king tide created flooding in downtown Olympia and nearby coastal areas, including Heritage Park, shared the city in a press release. The city urged people to be cautious as they commute and do … more
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Olympia's traffic boxes all around town will be decorated by works from local artists.
Olympia is on the lookout new batch of traffic box art
Olympia is looking for applicants for its new round of traffic box art. Starting in 2015, the city holds a public voting competition where artists living in and around Olympia could submit a … more
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The Squaxin Island Tribe's flag flies on the left pole, the U.S. and Washington flags on the center pole and the City of Olympia flag flies on the right pole following a ceremony on Oct. 7, 2021 at Olympia City Hall.
Olympia completes some initiatives laid out in the past years, seeks to move forward without a city-run fire department
During 2022, Olympia completed some initiatives and long-term efforts spawned during the pandemic and George Floyd Black Lives Matter. Here is a summary of the top stories from this year, … more
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