Thursday, October 22, 2026
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If you are a frequent reader of this column, you know that in addition to writing about our local nonprofits, I often provide education about the nonprofit sector. So, today I would like to introduce …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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10/3/23
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A Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) patrol deputy is “criminally cleared after his involvement in a shooting incident,” according to the TCSO news release .
Last July 4 …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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10/3/23
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The Tumwater City Council will discuss a proposed agreement with the Port of Olympia that would allow them to declare some of their communications confidential "Protected Material" about the …
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In a temporary change affecting bus-riding commuters, Intercity Transit announced Route 68 will undergo a detour from 9 p.m. on Tuesday, October 3, to 5 a.m. on Thursday, October 5.
Paving work …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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10/2/23
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If you have never read the American Library Association’s Freedom to Read statement, it is worth your time to read this powerful document. Published in 1953, eight years after the end of World …
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The Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) has updated the Thurston Regional Trails Plan, and it is asking for the community's feedback by participating in a survey to help them shape the future …
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The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) discussed the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) Contract K7016 for Criminal Justice Treatment Account (CJTA) funds yesterday, September 26.
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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9/28/23
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The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) has made a statement on the termination of a corrections deputy following an internal investigation into allegations of sexual harassment.
Last …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/28/23
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Let us welcome October with family-friendly fun. Visit the events below to engage in the community.
Nisqually Watershed Festival 2023, Saturday, September 30 The Nisqually Watershed …
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9/28/23
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Thurston County recently received a SolSmart Silver recognition for its continuous efforts in supporting and promoting the use of solar energy within the community.
Climate Mitigation Senior …
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Washington State University (WSU) Master Gardeners plans to conduct new volunteer training as part of their significant partnership, which will continue until November as part of their 50 th …
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By Justin Iglesia
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9/27/23
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Homeless Prevention and Affordable Housing Coordinator Keylee Marineau reported that the Sleater Kinney Camp has been cleared and hardened already by the Washington State Department of Transportation.
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“In terms of the overall cost recoverability, the county at this time recovers 100% of its recoverable costs.”
Martin Chaw, Senior Project Manager of FCS Group said this when the …
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An alleged drug dealer out on bail was arrested three months after another set of charges.
Thurston County Narcotics Task Force (TNT) arrested Waylan R. Graves of Oakville June 2023 after he was …
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By Darlanne Cruz
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9/26/23
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There are many reasons to love living in Thurston County, but one of the top reasons is the focus on the arts. The Fall version of the Olympia Arts Walk will be held on Friday, October 6, and …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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9/26/23
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Intercity Transit’s (IT) Board of Directors authorized Interim General Manager Emily Bergkamp to sign two new contracts with its state and federal lobbyists on Wednesday, September 20.
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By Jerome Tuaño
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9/25/23
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The Budget Office has announced its intention to implement a reduction in work hours for government employees, transitioning to a 32-hour workweek, to have fiscal stability for the 2024 General Fund.
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Thurston County’s Public Works-Water Resources briefed the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) that there were no discrepancies on the Roll of Rates and Charges for Offut Lake Management …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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9/22/23
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In a joint operation, Olympia Police Department (OPD) Detective Division and Thurston County Narcotics Task Force apprehended an alleged narcotics dealer operating within Olympia.
The operation …
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On behalf of Se’Si’Le , the public is invited to stand with Indigenous leaders and Tribal communities across the Northwest in support of a Snake River journey and the Indigenous-led …
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