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The left photo shows how the Martin Way Corridor looked when originally constructed in the early 1930’s. The Corridor was a part of the original highway system. The right photo shows what Martin Way looks like now as the county plans to turn the area from an automobile-dominated roadway to a more pedestrian-friendly road.
TRPC seeks proposals for the Martin Way Crossing Strategy study
The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) is seeking proposals for a pedestrian crossing study of the Martin Way Corridor. The study aims to enhance safety and mobility through strategic … more
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A woman with the flu sick at home
It’s fall vaccine time again
The What, How, and Why of the Fall Vaccines – Influenza, COVID-19 and RSV. Influenza Vaccine, also known as ‘Flu Shots’ The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends an … more
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Ballots being sorted, photo November 7, 2022.
County mails ballots for military, overseas voters  
The Thurston County Auditor’s Elections Division announced on Friday, Sept . 20, that it has mailed over 10,111 ballots to military and overseas voters registered in the county.   … more
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Boo-Coda Spook-Tacular returns with month-long Halloween festivities, horror house 
Small town Bucoda puts itself on the map with its annual month-long Halloween celebration, the Boo-Coda Spook-Tacular.   “Bucoda may be tiny, but its reputation as a Halloween … more
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A wood burning stove and basket of cut wood
Have an old wood stove? Agency pushes to destroy or replace them
Olympic Region Clean Air Agency offers financial incentives to those willing to ditch or replace wood stoves. Residents who want to upgrade or get rid of their wood stoves may qualify for a cash incentive.   The Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA) announced Tuesday, September 17, … more
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The Olympia City Council recognizes Interfaith Works' 50 years of dedication to promoting compassion and community service. 
Olympia recognizes Interfaith Works' 50 years of community service 
On Tuesday, Sept. 17, the Olympia City Council recognized and celebrated Interfaith Works for its 50 years of dedication to promoting human dignity and peace through interfaith understanding and … more
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Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders says the building purchase will consolidate deputies currently split into different locations.
Thurston County okays $14 million potential purchase of Tumwater building for Sheriff’s use
At a meeting yesterday, September 17, Thurston County’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved the potential purchase of a building for the Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) to … more
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A driver deposits her ballot in the official drop box across the street from the U.S. Post Office in Lacey on Election Day last year.
County urges residents to register to vote for upcoming election
The Thurston Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) marked National Voter Registration Day on September 17 by emphasizing the importance of voter registration and participation. The board’s … more
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On September 17, 2024, the Board of Thurston County Commissioners proclaimed September 15th through October 15th as Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month.
County honors Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month with proclamation
In a formal resolution adopted on September 17, the Board of Thurston County Commissioners proclaimed September 15th through October 15th as Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month. This annual … more
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Fuji apples.
An Apple A Day…
It’s that time of the year again…when fall is in the air and before the great pumpkin arrives, apples are the gold standard, found in pies, cakes, sauces, and butters, among other … more
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An adoptable tuxedo black and white cat at Feline Friends
Feline Friends: 'So many cats, so few homes'
This weekend Trish and Thom went to meet with the staff at Feline Friends and the first thing we noticed as we pulled off of Old Highway 101 at Steamboat Island into their parking lot is the sign … more
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On Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, Olympia Parks Director Paul Simmons discussed the Phase 1 design for the Yelm Highway Community Park, focusing on maintenance facility, environmental sustainability, and accessibility.
Yelm Highway Community Park Phase 1 design addresses accessibility, environmental sustainability
New park aims to address a need for additional rectangular sports fields in the city On Tuesday, the Olympia City Council approved the retention of Berger Partnership as the city's consultant to complete the Yelm Highway Community Park Phase 1 design... more
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A slide from Finance Director Tad Kopf’s presentation shows the Port of Olympia’s income statement for Q2 of 2024.
International freight conditions benefited marine terminal — Port’s Q2 financial report
International freight conditions continue to benefit the Port of Olympia’s marine terminal operations, according to Finance Director Tad Kopf’s presentation to the Port Commission on … more
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Olivia Hickerson, board member of Homes First at the Heroes for Housing breakfast. 
Homes First , highlight on this housing non-profit and an 'ah ha moment'
In Thurston County, Washington, we have a unique non-profit that is dedicated to creating and maintaining safe, healthy, and affordable rental homes for those who need them the most. Since its … more
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Olympia City Council. Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. Olympia Economic Development Director Mike Reid presents the Olympia Strong economic development strategy, which is billed at “creating pathways to opportunity for all residents.”
Olympia Strong economic development strategy approved, addressing economic disparities  
Councilmember calls to tackle systemic challenges.   On Tuesday, September 10, the Olympia City Council unanimously approved the “ Olympia Strong ” economic development strategy, a comprehensive plan aimed at addressing economic disparities … more
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A dramatic view of the clearcut forest showing the bare hills of Green Cove Creek Watershed from a drone photo.
Washington has few older forests left. Why does DNR keep logging them?
Sherwood State Forest in Washington’s Mason County escaped the industrial clear-cutting that transformed much of the Northwest last century. It was selectively logged in the early 1900s, … more
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Armory Creative Campus
Armory redevelopment plan aims for improvements, historical preservation 
The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee held a pre-submission conference on Wednesday to discuss plans for the renovation of the city's historic Armory building .    The redevelopment … more
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The Fine Art of Camouflage by Lauren Kay Johnson
Diving into Thurston County Washington State Book Awards finalists
Hello, my fellow book people!   Today, we’re diving into the Washington State Book Awards, a project of The Washington Center for the Book (an affiliate of The Library of Congress … more
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A slide from the Department of Enterprise Services’ presentation to the Port of Olympia Commission on September 9. 
DES hears Port’s concerns over shared dredging costs of Deschutes Estuary project 
The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) presented an update to the Port of Olympia Commission about the Deschutes Estuary project on Monday, September 9.   The presentation is a … more
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The squash invaded the tomatoes
The perpetually imperfect garden
By the middle of September, this year’s successes and failures are apparent. For instance: After all these years of gardening, I still failed to thin the carrots enough, and forgot to … more
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