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A week or so ago, our daughter mentioned that one of her favorite bands was going to be in town for the South Sound Block Party this Friday, August 25, and Saturday, August 26. Trying not to feel my …
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By Mary Beth Harrington, CVA
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8/22/23
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Pedestrian improvements are planned for the Olympia Transit Center at the northwest corner of the property, which will add accessibility and reduce trip hazards, among other goals.
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Six individuals, including some minors, were taken into custody after allegedly getting involved in a hit-and-run and later fleeing from law enforcement. One adult male was released from jail after …
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By Julia Ornedo
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8/21/23
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The National Weather Service (NWS issued an Air Quality Alert (AQA) today due to particulate matter that’s due to arrive in Thurston County this weekend.
“Particulate matter (PM2.5) …
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By Danny Stusser
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8/18/23
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During the agenda-setting and commissioner’s meeting last August 15, County Manager Ramiro Chavez reported that the county’s public works is the recipient of a $3 million grant.
The …
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The Thurston Regional Planning Council is seeking input and ideas from community members regarding regional natural disaster planning by participating in an online survey .
According to Paul …
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By Lorilyn Lirio
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8/18/23
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2023 Tumwater Artesian Brewfest, Saturday, August 19 Brewing is Tumwater's History. The Tumwater Artesian Brewfest provides a unique outdoor …
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8/17/23
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Rudy Rudolph, now Port of Olympia’s interim executive director, said that he would work to maintain the continuity of operations after the Port Commission placed Executive Director Sam Gibboney …
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The Port of Olympia is set to improve stormwater treatment at Swantown Boatworks in compliance with its new permit, which requires tightened standards for monitoring stormwater pollutants.
The …
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By Jerome Tuaño
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8/16/23
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“It sounds like a Public Works week.”
This was what Thurston County Manager Ramiro Chavez said after he updated the Board of County Commissioners on the two awards that the …
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Thurston County is offering several locations for community members to take shelter from the current heat wave over the county.
The county declared a Hazardous Weather Event announcement, on …
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When I talk about nonprofits, people tend to mention the usual suspects, United Way, Habitat for Humanity, and Salvation Army. These are great organizations, however, there are many more unique …
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Three juveniles were booked after allegedly stealing a car and later fleeing from the owner on foot.
The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TSCO) said an auto theft was reported as in …
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By Julia Ornedo
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8/14/23
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Thurston County’s Board of Health BOH reiterated the safety of vaccines, its availability, and that it “allows our community to stay healthy,” as it officially proclaimed the month …
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Thurston County Board of Health proclaimed this month to be National Breastfeeding Month during its meeting last Tuesday, August 8.
Thurston's Public Health and Social Services Division Director …
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Thurston County Public Health and Social Services is warning bathers at Pattinson Lake to take extra care with the water after a toxic algae bloom was reported in the lake. The boat launch has …
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About a week ago, Chantay Anderson and her staff at the Nisqually Community Garden picked 70 pounds of cucumbers. Three days before, they picked 70 pounds of green beans, and one of the …
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The Thurston Board of County Commissioners has greenlit an additional $2,788,399 to be received as part of the Washington State Department of Health Consolidated Contract.
This is the 15th …
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By JC Medina
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8/10/23
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The graduating class of 2023 for the North Thurston Public Schools VOICE program, and the Summit Virtual Academy celebrated their graduation.
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8/10/23
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The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved staff recommendations regarding the county’s deferred compensation plans after a briefing with Benefits Manager Tara Wickline last Monday, …
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By P. Jade Asumbrado
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8/9/23
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