|
Some residents from the community near Ridgeview Road east of Lacey’s city limits object to the proposed roundabout at the intersection of Martin Way, Meridian Road, and Duterrow Road.
more
|
|
The county's Community Planning and Economic Development (CPED) department briefed the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) on the comments received for the Forest Lands Conversion Code Update.
…
more
|
|
Olympia is seeking proposals from creative design professionals to develop a master plan for Rebecca Howard Park.
The city aims to create an inspiring master plan for the 0.34-acre park that …
more
|
|
Olympia’s Site Plan Review Committee heard a proposal for renovating the Lassen Building at 301 Capitol Way N from an existing commercial space into a new restaurant during its Wednesday, April …
more
|
|
Thurston County has officially designated April 2024 as Volunteer Appreciation Month, highlighting the indispensable contributions made by volunteers across the community.
The proclamation, …
more
By JC Medina
|
4/5/24
|
|
Preliminary data released by Thurston County Public Health and Social Services, based on the Point-in-Time Count Homeless Census (PIT), revealed a rise in the homeless population for 2024.
…
more
|
|
While certain economic indicators show Thurston County has been on an upswing since the pandemic, certain issues, such as housing affordability, continue to plague the county. Gene Angel, director of …
more
|
|
Thurston County is looking to draft regulations for the housing of sex offenders, according to the county’s recently approved docket of development code amendments.
more
|
|
Lacey officially proclaimed April Arbor Month, celebrating the city's longstanding commitment to tree preservation.
more
By JC Medina
|
4/4/24
|
|
Christopher Burbank, one of the three police officers involved in the death of Manuel Ellis in Pierce County in March 2020, has resigned today, two days after he was sworn in as lateral patrol deputy …
more
|
|
Community members protested the hiring of Christopher “Shane” Burbank as a Lateral Patrol Deputy at the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) due to his involvement in 2020 …
more
|
|
Tumwater is looking to include more renters, below-median income earners, BIPOC individuals, and other groups in future public outreach activities in preparation for its 2025 comprehensive plan …
more
|
|
In response to the rising rental increases and housing crisis in Olympia, a group called Olympia for All is pushing for a measure adopting a citizen's initiative they call a "Landlord Fairness Code," which they …
more
|
|
Traffic, parks, and affordable housing took center stage as the Olympia Planning Commission heard public testimony on proposals to redevelop the Capital Mall Triangle subarea into a more urban …
more
|
|
Tumwater’s insurance provider, Washington Cities Insurance Authority (WCIA), commended the city for its low loss history compared to other WCIA members.
WCIA Deputy Director Rob Roscoe …
more
By Jerome Tuaño
|
4/2/24
|
|
Ongoing road projects, further development, and an expanded cultural arts program are among the key priorities for Tumwater Mayor Debbie Sullivan.
The mayor spoke at a forum organized by the …
more
|
|
Olympia seeks qualified respondents with expertise in community engagement to assist with community outreach and meeting facilitation for two regional initiatives promoting residential energy …
more
|
|
The Tumwater City Council voted to delay a discussion about an ordinance which, according to public interpretation, would allow indigent individuals to stay overnight in public parks.
The …
more
|
|
Community Planning & Economic Development (CPED) representatives met with Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) to discuss public comments and decide on projects related to the …
more
By P. Jade Asumbrado
|
3/28/24
|
|
Lacey Police Chief Robert Almada presented a report to the city council during a work session on March 26, highlighting a decrease in the city's crime rate in 2023
more
By JC Medina
|
3/28/24
|