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The Olympia School District (OSD) Board will hold public hearings on February 26 and 29 regarding proposed school consolidations, a time for community members to appeal and make their concerns known.
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The Olympia City Council’s Finance Committee directed City Manager Jay Burney to explore other potential revenue measures beyond a levy lid lift to address a long-term budget shortfall in …
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Tumwater’s General Government Committee moved forward with an interlocal agreement to support Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) in facilitating a study to analyze the county’s …
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PFAS in Washington’s well water could make you sick
‘Forever chemicals’ linked to ailments from high cholesterol to cancer are in our clearest …
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The Olympia City Council voted to approve an interlocal agreement with Thurston County, Lacey, and Tumwater to support two regional initiatives under the 2024 Thurston Climate Mitigation …
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The timeframe of the investigation is from 1997 to 2008.
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By Jerome Tuaño
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2/15/24
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On Tuesday, the Olympia City Council approved an interlocal agreement with multiple jurisdictions to advance a regional housing and land capacity analysis.
The agreement involves collaboration …
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The Olympia Planning Commission met on Monday to discuss proposed updates to the city's Parks, Arts, and Recreation chapter of the Comprehensive Plan, covering a wide range of topics around equity, …
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Oly Town FC is just one goal away from returning to the Evergreen State College Pavilion for a dream home playoff match.
Needing a win to return to the Ice Box, the Artesians’ …
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By Vince Zafra
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2/13/24
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The Olympia Arts Commission recommended 17 sculptures for new public art installations at Percival Plinth Landing to the city council for approval.
On Thursday, Olympia's Arts Program and …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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2/12/24
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Olympia’s Hearing Examiner approved the plan to subdivide 3.31 acres at 1515 Middle Street SE into a 16-lot townhome subdivision subject to modified conditions focused on public safety and …
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She spent last Friday night at the corner of Thurston and Washington, not far from the Olympia Union Gospel Mission.
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As Valentine's Day approaches, love is not just in the air for humans but also for our furry friends awaiting adoption.
Joint Animal Services is inviting all animal lovers to consider adding a …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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2/12/24
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Public clamor anew against possible closure of OSD schools
By JC Medina
In a packed room at the Olympia School District (OSD) board meeting held on February 8, emotions ran high …
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Recognizing the important contributions of African Americans, the Olympia City Council honored February 2024 as Black History Month.
Council members took part in reading the proclamation on …
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The Olympia City Council approved the proposed 2024 work plans for the Land Use and Environment Committee, Community Livability and Public Safety Committee, and Finance Committee yesterday, February …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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2/7/24
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Legion Way SE between Jefferson and Cherry Streets SE will be closed Friday, February 9 from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., Olympia announced in a press release.
“The closure is needed to facilitate …
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2/6/24
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Thurston County Sheriff's Office deputies took a woman in custody after she allegedly broke in and stole bagels from an espresso stand.
In the early hours of January 12, law enforcement …
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Tushita Kadampa Buddhist Center announced the addition of Kelsang Lhamo to its team.
A Buddhist practitioner for over 15 years, Lhamo takes on the role of Resident Teacher at Tushita Kadampa …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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2/5/24
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Following through the recent developments in the coaching staff of their women’s squad, Oly Town Artesians FC announced on Wednesday the appointments of the new coaching staff for the …
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By Vince Zafra
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2/5/24
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