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The atmosphere in the room was so tense that even before the board started deliberating on its vote, one person from the audience was heard shouting.
The vote took place on Election Day as voters waited to learn who would become the next Commissioner of Public Lands.
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Thurston County Auditor | Elections | November 5, 2024 General Election
November 5, 2024 General Election
Last updated on 11/07/2024 5:37 PM
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11/7/24
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Joyce Phillips, Principal Planner for Community Planning & Development, offered a detailed update on the revisions proposed for the goals and policies within the Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) as …
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By Kameko Marquez
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11/7/24
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The Olympia City Council took a historic step in empowering local youth on Tuesday, Oct. 29, by appointing 16 members to the inaugural Olympia Youth Council.
The new advisory body will …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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11/7/24
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The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES) announced on Thursday, October 31, that it plans to proceed with the demolition of the vacant General Administration Building on the north …
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Presidential election and US Senate election
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Look at the general election outcomes as they are called.
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This story shows results for Legislative Districts 2, 19, 20, 22 and 35 -- all that touch a part of Thurston County. The Senate seat for the 35th District is not on the ballot this year.
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Data and graphics from The Associated Press
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11/5/24
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The Lacey Civil Service Commission is considering updates to its civil service rules to improve the reinstatement process for former employees.
If approved by the commission and city …
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By Kameko Marquez
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11/5/24
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Olympia seek to formalize and expand avenues for community involvement in local governance and delineate neighborhood associations' roles in decision-making.
The Olympia Planning …
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The Olympia Women’s march of 2024 started off at the Legislative Building and ended at Heritage Park.
Nearly 1,000 people joined in on the peaceful march and no counter-protest was …
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The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) has adopted a new congestion management process (CMP) to address growing traffic pressures in Olympia, Tumwater, and nearby areas following significant …
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Koral Thorpe, a sixth-grader from Olympia Regional Learning Academy, has been named Olympia’s first Mayor for the Day, earning the title through the city’s youth essay contest.
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By Kameko Marquez
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11/4/24
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The Olympia Metropolitan Parks District (OMPD) has proposed a $5.7 million budget for 2025 that prioritizes ongoing park maintenance, improved accessibility, and strategic community-focused projects. …
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By Kameko Marquez
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11/1/24
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Olympia’s City Council is preparing for its 2025 Annual Retreat, a two-day event to set budget priorities, finalize operational strategies, and improve committee structures. The retreat also …
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By Kameko Marquez
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11/1/24
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After a delay for review , Thurston County's Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved the Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project interlocal agreement (ILA) at a meeting on Tuesday, October 29. …
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The state auditor's office reported to city management on Monday, October 28, that the city of Lacey is in compliance with state regulations and its own policies.
The State …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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10/31/24
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Three forest stands whose timbers have been authorized for sale but had been paused are now back on the chopping block as the Board of Natural Resources (BNR) will consider re-approving them for …
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Olympia's City Council reviewed the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP), a six-year blueprint for infrastructure projects in transportation, utilities, and parks, during a public hearing on …
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By Kameko Marquez
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10/30/24
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Olympia’s Budget and Finance Manager Joan Lutz presented the proposed rates and allocations for residents in an effort to clarify the city's property tax expectations for 2025.
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