Thursday, October 22, 2026
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I’m proud to say that we raised two children to be healthy, happy, caring, and confident adults. However, it still had its challenges. While my husband is a teacher and trained to deal with …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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10/24/23
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Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) arrested a suspect posing as a US Customs and Border agent, taking money about supposed drug and money charges.
Last October 18, Thurston County …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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10/24/23
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In preparation for the upcoming November 7 General Election, the Thurston County Auditor’s Elections Division has mailed out more than 190,000 ballots to registered voters in the county.
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By Darlanne Cruz
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10/23/23
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The Lacey City Council officially voted to authorize its city manager to sign the interlocal agreement (ILA) for the coordinated implementation of the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan (TCMP).
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Now nearing its approval and adoption, Thurston County’s 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan will be sent out for public comment
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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10/23/23
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We urge support for Proposition 1, the county public safety sales tax measure. The measure is narrowly tailored to fill funding gaps and address urgent priorities. 60% of the proceeds would go to …
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Submitted By Tye Menser, Thurston County Commissioner, District 3
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10/23/23
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One of the earliest lessons many of us learn in life is analogous to the golden rule when it comes to the environment – don’t litter.
Litter is visually annoying and, at times, …
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Thurston County, Port of Olympia and the cities of Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater announced several open positions on councils, committees and advisory boards. One of these might be your opportunity to …
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By Lorilyn Lirio, P. Jade Asumbrado, JC Medina and Jerome Tuaño
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10/20/23
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Thurston County’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) met yesterday, October 18, to discuss the establishment of the Pacific-Salish Economic Development District (EDD), composed of counties in …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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10/19/23
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The Port of Olympia is currently developing its 2024 non-operating budget and tax levy, with Port staff presenting to the Port Commission an initial proposal for the use of tax levy revenues next …
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Thurston County residents are reminded that the deadline for paying the second half of their 2023 property taxes will be on Tuesday, October 31.
For the convenience of taxpayers, there are four …
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On the evening of October 16, Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) deputies responded to an incident in the Nisqually Valley area, where a male suspect allegedly committed heinous animal …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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10/19/23
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The approaching Halloween days will be complete with these awesome local events.
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10/19/23
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The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) announced its unveiling of Strong Start, a universal developmental screening system.
This free online tool empowers parents, caregivers, and …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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10/19/23
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As part of recognizing Flood Awareness Week, the Board of County Commissioners urged all residents to take steps to prepare for the impacts of natural and human-caused disasters in their homes, …
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By JC Medina
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10/18/23
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The Thurston County Planning Commission briefed the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on October 16, regarding the proposed updates to the Lacey Joint Plan, focusing on enhancing predictability …
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Joshua Cummings, Director of Community Planning and Economic Development, met with the Thurston Board of County Commissioners for the Habitat Conservation Plan update yesterday, October 17.
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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10/18/23
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Thurston’s Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) met yesterday, October 16, to hear the sixth update on the Shoreline Master Program (SMP) , focusing on shoreline variances, and sea level rise …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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10/17/23
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Thurston County encourages community members to prepare for the coming winter’s possible floods as part of its Flood Awareness Week, which is this week.
According to its press release, …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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10/17/23
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South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity (SPSHH) has partnered with a solar power company to power its housing projects.
According to a press release, Puget Sound Energy (PSE) awarded SPSHH with a …
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By Edwin Oscar Gutierrez, Jr.
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10/17/23
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