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Finalists for Griffin School District Superintendent position: Cindy Orr, Dan Gregory, Kirsten Rue

Three finalists line up for Griffin School District Superintendent position

Griffin School District announced three finalists for its Superintendent position after preliminary interviews witnessed by approximately 30 people online. From 12 applicants, the board picked … more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/16/24

The Clippers golf team brings in Joey Woods as assistant coach.

South Puget Sound Clippers to return for NWAC Golf action, hires new assistant coach

After a six-month winter break, the South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams are set to return to the golf course to compete in various meets as they vie … more

By Vince Zafra | 4/16/24

Alauna Carstens (in green) books her tickets to the conference and national championships in women’s 1500 meters, her second national standard.

Carstens sets national standard again for Evergreen Track and Field

The Evergreen State College Track and Field competed again in another track meet, this time in the John Knight Twilight … more

By Vince Zafra | 4/15/24

Dr. Justin Ainsworth, one of the finalists, is associate superintendent in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District in Palmer, Alaska.

North Thurston Public Schools picks Justin Ainsworth for new superintendent

The North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) Board of Directors selected Dr. Justin Ainsworth to become the next superintendent, pending his acceptance. “Dr. Ainsworth’s leadership … more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/12/24 | 1 comment

Ethan Guidry is GNAC player of the week after his performance in the men’s javelin throw.

Guidry leads SMU track and field in impressive John Knight Twilight showing

The Saint Martin’s University Track and Field team had one of their best track meets this outdoor season so far. The men’s team collectively finished fifth out of 13 schools, and the … more

By Vince Zafra | 4/11/24

South Puget Sound Community College Building 22 pictured amongst the trees of the campus

SPSCC to recognize 92 honor college students from Washington schools

The South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is set to celebrate the year’s top community and technical college students. This coming Thursday, April 25, SPSCC’s Lacey Campus will … more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/2/24

At a meeting on March 28, 2024, public commenters, including former Board Director Talauna Reed (podium), showed up to criticize Olympia School District’s monitoring report about biases.

Community criticizes Olympia School District Board anew

Former OSD Director Talauna Reed and other community members showed up to air their criticism of the board’s actions concerning minimizing biases Last Thursday, March 28, th … more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/1/24 | 1 comment

NTPS Superintendent Dr. Debra Clemens has served the NTPS for eight years and announced her retirement on January 9, 2024.

North Thurston Public Schools Board has three superintendent finalists

The North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) Board announced three finalists for the superintendent position through a press release. NTPS’s outgoing Superintendent, Dr. Debra J. Clemens, … more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 4/1/24

Teacher helping students working at computers.

SPSCC Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science new course launching this fall semester

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) has received approval from the Northwest Commission on College and Universities (NWCCU) for its proposed Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science (BS … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 4/1/24

SMU guard Kyle Greeley represented the Saints in the NABC – Reese Div II All-Star Game in Indiana.

Saint Martin’s Kyle Greeley picked for NABC Div II All-Star Basketball Game

Saint Martin’s University men’s basketball guard Kyle Greeley was chosen as one of the best NCAA Div II players in the West region and represented the Saints in the 2024 National … more

By Vince Zafra | 4/1/24

St. Martin’s University names Brownsberger its new president

After a competitive nationwide search, the St. Martin’s University Board of Trustees unanimously selected William “Bill” Brownsberger, STD, as their 12th president. As stated in their … more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 3/29/24

Regional anti-hacking competition being held at SPSCC

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is hosting the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) Pacific Rim Regional competition today, March 22, until Sunday, March 24. The event will … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 3/22/24

Corona Parker competes in the women’s high jump event.

Evergreen Track and Field players book tickets to CCC Championships as Geoducks impress in PLU Open

The Evergreen State College outdoor track and field team had a productive weekend competing in the Pacific Lutheran University Open last March 15 to16 at Parkland in Tacoma, highlighted by their haul … more

By Vince Zafra | 3/21/24

Olympia School District’s 2023-2024 projected Ending Fund Balance increased by $1.3 million as of March 14, 2024.

Olympia School District brings in additional funding after successful lobbying

After the court decided to halt school closure processes last week, Olympia School District (OSD)’s 2023-2024 projected ending fund balance (EFB) is now set to $9,800,927 million. There is … more

By P. Jade Asumbrado | 3/19/24

Lorenzo Moore is included in the NWAC West Region Second Team All-Region.

South Puget Sound men’s basketball players lauded in NWAC All-Region Awards

After another successful campaign in this year’s Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) men’s basketball season, the South Puget Sound Community College Clippers commended their hoopers who … more

By Vince Zafra | 3/18/24

Water Heater - hand releases T&P safety Relief Valve on a home water heater

State Patrol says incorrectly installed water heater caused carbon monoxide poisoning at Evergreen State College

An incorrectly installed water heater caused the carbon monoxide poisoning accident at Evergreen State College, Washington State Patrol’s (WSP) investigation found. In a press release on … more

By Jerome Tuaño | 3/15/24

St. Martin’s University received a $105,231 grant from the Washington State Achievement Council (WSAC) to enhance its nursing program.

St. Martin’s University gains another grant for nursing program growth

Saint Martin’s University has been awarded a grant of $105,231 by the Washington State Achievement Council (WSAC) to enhance its nursing program. The school announced in its press release … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 3/13/24

Flor “Jasmine” Parker-Borreo is all smiles as she finished 6th on the podium representing Evergreen State College women’s wrestling team in the 155-lb division.

Evergreen State College women’s wrestling team showcases skills on national stage

In the debut season of their women’s wrestling program, the Evergreen State College Geoducks has already soared to new heights as they represented Washington in the Women’s Wrestling … more

By Vince Zafra | 3/13/24

Sculptor Haiying Wu will create a statue of Nisqually activist Billy Frank Jr., and the public will witness his creative process during the 4-month project.

Sculptor Haiying Wu to create Billy Frank Jr. statue at SPSCC

Sculptor Haiying Wu will craft the full-scale statues of Nisqually activist Billy Frank Jr. at the South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC), according to the college, ArtsWA, and the Nisqually … more

By Darlanne Cruz | 3/12/24

Saint Martin’s University men’s basketball team (in white) shakes hands with the University of Alaska Anchorage after their game.

Saints crash out of tourney after defeat against Alaska Anchorage, misses out of NCAA Div2 regionals

The Saint Martin's University men’s basketball team ended their season Thursday as they bowed out of the GNAC men’s basketball championship after losing to lower seed Alaska Anchorage, … more

By Vince Zafra | 3/12/24