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What’s happening this week around Thurston County - The Olympian
What’s happening this week around Thurston County The Olympian
Published on 28 June 2025 | 7:00 pm
Driver arrested after pedestrian struck and killed in Olympia, State Patrol says - The Olympian
Driver arrested after pedestrian struck and killed in Olympia, State Patrol says The Olympian
Published on 28 June 2025 | 5:56 pm
Pedestrian on highway hit and killed in Olympia - KIRO 7 News Seattle
Pedestrian on highway hit and killed in Olympia KIRO 7 News Seattle
Published on 28 June 2025 | 5:55 pm
Pumped up! Bodybuilder with cerebral palsy eyes Mr. Olympia contest - lfpress
Pumped up! Bodybuilder with cerebral palsy eyes Mr. Olympia contest lfpress
Published on 28 June 2025 | 1:05 pm
Olympia reaffirms its Sanctuary City commitment - thejoltnews.com
Olympia reaffirms its Sanctuary City commitment thejoltnews.com
Published on 27 June 2025 | 8:16 pm
Public hearing set for building and development permit review process in Thurston County - thejoltnews.com
Public hearing set for building and development permit review process in Thurston County thejoltnews.com
Published on 27 June 2025 | 8:11 pm
Memorial service set for Saturday honoring former Secretary of State Ralph Munro - The Olympian
Memorial service set for Saturday honoring former Secretary of State Ralph Munro The Olympian
Published on 27 June 2025 | 6:53 pm
Four people charged in connection with June 18 attack in Olympia’s ‘Jungle’ - The Olympian
Four people charged in connection with June 18 attack in Olympia’s ‘Jungle’ The Olympian
Published on 27 June 2025 | 5:47 pm
The Hidden Mental Struggles of Olympia Prep: Why Bodybuilding’s Pinnacle Is a 15/10 Grind - Muscle & Fitness
The Hidden Mental Struggles of Olympia Prep: Why Bodybuilding’s Pinnacle Is a 15/10 Grind Muscle & Fitness
Published on 27 June 2025 | 4:06 pm
Miami’s Olympia Theater has decades of history. Share your best memories with us - Miami Herald
Miami’s Olympia Theater has decades of history. Share your best memories with us Miami Herald
Published on 27 June 2025 | 3:36 pm
Olympia food trucks robbed - Food Truck Operator
Olympia food trucks robbed Food Truck Operator
Published on 27 June 2025 | 12:50 pm
State Park Near Olympia-Lacey That’s Great for Picnicking, Walking and More - ThurstonTalk
State Park Near Olympia-Lacey That’s Great for Picnicking, Walking and More ThurstonTalk
Published on 27 June 2025 | 12:18 pm
Olympia City Council issues statement on ICE: ‘We are saddened by the stories we’re hearing’ - The Olympian
Olympia City Council issues statement on ICE: ‘We are saddened by the stories we’re hearing’ The Olympian
Published on 27 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
Bicycle business closing, area hospitals avoid layoffs, Chinese dumpling eatery opens - The Olympian
Bicycle business closing, area hospitals avoid layoffs, Chinese dumpling eatery opens The Olympian
Published on 27 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
This week’s Olympia area business roundup - The Olympian
This week’s Olympia area business roundup The Olympian
Published on 27 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
Washington-based circus returns to Olympia this weekend for 14-show run - The Olympian
Washington-based circus returns to Olympia this weekend for 14-show run The Olympian
Published on 27 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
Miami’s Olympia theater holds lifetime of memories for this reporter. And probably you - Miami Herald
Miami’s Olympia theater holds lifetime of memories for this reporter. And probably you Miami Herald
Published on 27 June 2025 | 9:30 am
Encampment program funding gaps threaten Quince Street Village's future - thejoltnews.com
Encampment program funding gaps threaten Quince Street Village's future thejoltnews.com
Published on 26 June 2025 | 10:48 pm
WSP’s 21st CVEO Basic Class graduates 9 officers - Washington State Patrol (.gov)
WSP’s 21st CVEO Basic Class graduates 9 officers Washington State Patrol (.gov)
Published on 26 June 2025 | 10:44 pm
FC Olympia to take on Salmon Bay FC in battle between top two women's teams in USL's Northwest Division - thejoltnews.com
FC Olympia to take on Salmon Bay FC in battle between top two women's teams in USL's Northwest Division thejoltnews.com
Published on 26 June 2025 | 10:40 pm
Celebrate 'Summer Nights at the Port' with local bands, beer and food - thejoltnews.com
Celebrate 'Summer Nights at the Port' with local bands, beer and food thejoltnews.com
Published on 26 June 2025 | 10:30 pm
What’s happening in the last weekend of June — Pride and culture festivities - thejoltnews.com
What’s happening in the last weekend of June — Pride and culture festivities thejoltnews.com
Published on 26 June 2025 | 10:29 pm
Olympia driver strikes, injures Ferndale pedestrian on I-5 in south Lewis County Thursday - The Olympian
Olympia driver strikes, injures Ferndale pedestrian on I-5 in south Lewis County Thursday The Olympian
Published on 26 June 2025 | 8:58 pm
Olympia driver strikes, injures Ferndale pedestrian on I-5 in south Lewis County Thursday - Tri-City Herald
Olympia driver strikes, injures Ferndale pedestrian on I-5 in south Lewis County Thursday Tri-City Herald
Published on 26 June 2025 | 8:58 pm
Miami moves to even-year elections, pauses sale of Olympia Theater - WLRN
Miami moves to even-year elections, pauses sale of Olympia Theater WLRN
Published on 26 June 2025 | 8:40 pm
Olympia police arrest two people after finding stolen car with narcotics - The Olympian
Olympia police arrest two people after finding stolen car with narcotics The Olympian
Published on 26 June 2025 | 6:48 pm
Pitbull’s charter school could buy historic Olympia Theater from city of Miami in no-bid deal - The Real Deal
Pitbull’s charter school could buy historic Olympia Theater from city of Miami in no-bid deal The Real Deal
Published on 26 June 2025 | 6:38 pm
Miami Commission saw a half-baked deal on Olympia Theater and made the right call | Opinion - Miami Herald
Miami Commission saw a half-baked deal on Olympia Theater and made the right call | Opinion Miami Herald
Published on 26 June 2025 | 6:03 pm
Miami delays vote on whether to give Olympia Theater to charter school - Miami Herald
Miami delays vote on whether to give Olympia Theater to charter school Miami Herald
Published on 26 June 2025 | 5:35 pm
Miami commissioners defer Olympia Theater proposal - WPLG Local 10
Miami commissioners defer Olympia Theater proposal WPLG Local 10
Published on 26 June 2025 | 5:23 pm
FC Olympia Hosts USL W Title Match Friday at RAC in Lacey - ThurstonTalk
FC Olympia Hosts USL W Title Match Friday at RAC in Lacey ThurstonTalk
Published on 26 June 2025 | 3:31 pm
3 days of Pride are the big events this weekend -- but art pop-up, symphony also on the bill - The Olympian
3 days of Pride are the big events this weekend -- but art pop-up, symphony also on the bill The Olympian
Published on 26 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
Housing, retail and entertainment planned for Olympia Fields in Oconomowoc - The Business Journals
Housing, retail and entertainment planned for Olympia Fields in Oconomowoc The Business Journals
Published on 26 June 2025 | 11:45 am
Olympia leaders weigh revenue options, services cuts amid budget challenges - thejoltnews.com
Olympia leaders weigh revenue options, services cuts amid budget challenges thejoltnews.com
Published on 25 June 2025 | 11:05 pm
Meeting set for updates on Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan - thejoltnews.com
Meeting set for updates on Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan thejoltnews.com
Published on 25 June 2025 | 11:02 pm
Olympia Amateur Radio Society donates radios to Lacey Police Department - thejoltnews.com
Olympia Amateur Radio Society donates radios to Lacey Police Department thejoltnews.com
Published on 25 June 2025 | 11:01 pm
Making it happen in Olympia - thejoltnews.com
Making it happen in Olympia thejoltnews.com
Published on 25 June 2025 | 10:32 pm
In murky deal, Miami may give storied 1926 Olympia theater to Pitbull’s charter school - Miami Herald
In murky deal, Miami may give storied 1926 Olympia theater to Pitbull’s charter school Miami Herald
Published on 25 June 2025 | 8:43 pm
Olympia’s Capital City Pride will last 3 days. Here’s what to know before the weekend - The Olympian
Olympia’s Capital City Pride will last 3 days. Here’s what to know before the weekend The Olympian
Published on 25 June 2025 | 8:07 pm
Historic theater where Elvis performed could become charter school - Axios
Historic theater where Elvis performed could become charter school Axios
Published on 25 June 2025 | 6:54 pm
Save the Olympia: Miami’s most historic theater is at risk | Opinion - Miami Herald
Save the Olympia: Miami’s most historic theater is at risk | Opinion Miami Herald
Published on 25 June 2025 | 5:19 pm
Secret giveaway of Miami’s Olympia Theater is on city commission agenda - Political Cortadito
Secret giveaway of Miami’s Olympia Theater is on city commission agenda Political Cortadito
Published on 25 June 2025 | 4:28 pm
Fish and Wildlife Commission holds hybrid meeting in Olympia on June 26-28 - The Daily World
Fish and Wildlife Commission holds hybrid meeting in Olympia on June 26-28 The Daily World
Published on 25 June 2025 | 4:05 pm
Recycling Reform Act passes, with big impacts on San Juan County - The Journal of the San Juan Islands
Recycling Reform Act passes, with big impacts on San Juan County The Journal of the San Juan Islands
Published on 25 June 2025 | 8:30 am
Kellie Braseth to retire after a decade of service to Olympia - thejoltnews.com
Kellie Braseth to retire after a decade of service to Olympia thejoltnews.com
Published on 24 June 2025 | 10:30 pm
Olympia Arts & Heritage Alliance Museum to open this weekend - thejoltnews.com
Olympia Arts & Heritage Alliance Museum to open this weekend thejoltnews.com
Published on 24 June 2025 | 10:27 pm
Fight started outside a downtown restaurant, then continued inside it, police say - The Olympian
Fight started outside a downtown restaurant, then continued inside it, police say The Olympian
Published on 24 June 2025 | 7:28 pm
Woman arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Jungle attack. 3 others in custody - The Olympian
Woman arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Jungle attack. 3 others in custody The Olympian
Published on 24 June 2025 | 5:20 pm
Woman beaten, held at gunpoint at Olympia encampment known as ‘The Jungle’ - MyNorthwest.com
Woman beaten, held at gunpoint at Olympia encampment known as ‘The Jungle’ MyNorthwest.com
Published on 24 June 2025 | 2:46 pm
Four arrested in ‘disturbing’ assault at encampment - KING5.com
Four arrested in ‘disturbing’ assault at encampment KING5.com
Published on 24 June 2025 | 12:46 am
4 people arrested in 'disturbing' assault at Olympia encampment - KING5.com
4 people arrested in 'disturbing' assault at Olympia encampment KING5.com
Published on 24 June 2025 | 12:40 am
Shelby Parker appointed as interim chief of Olympia Police Department - thejoltnews.com
Shelby Parker appointed as interim chief of Olympia Police Department thejoltnews.com
Published on 23 June 2025 | 10:47 pm
Olympia is getting its first history museum. What will be on display opening weekend? - The Olympian
Olympia is getting its first history museum. What will be on display opening weekend? The Olympian
Published on 22 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
Woman accused of starting fire at housing site in Olympia, jail and court records show - The Olympian
Woman accused of starting fire at housing site in Olympia, jail and court records show The Olympian
Published on 21 June 2025 | 5:49 pm
Death notices for June 20 - The Olympian
Death notices for June 20 The Olympian
Published on 20 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
Olympia Police Department Chief Rich Allen retires after 40 years of public service - thejoltnews.com
Olympia Police Department Chief Rich Allen retires after 40 years of public service thejoltnews.com
Published on 20 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Music in the Park returns to downtown Olympia. Here’s the lineup of concerts, locations - The Olympian
Music in the Park returns to downtown Olympia. Here’s the lineup of concerts, locations The Olympian
Published on 19 June 2025 | 6:12 pm
Olympia will pay $2 million for these downtown properties. Here’s why - The Olympian
Olympia will pay $2 million for these downtown properties. Here’s why The Olympian
Published on 18 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
‘No Kings’ rally in Olympia draws thousands to state Capitol - Washington State Standard
‘No Kings’ rally in Olympia draws thousands to state Capitol Washington State Standard
Published on 14 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Mile-long stretch of downtown Olympia road, park to close for maintenance - The Olympian
Mile-long stretch of downtown Olympia road, park to close for maintenance The Olympian
Published on 14 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Some 5,000 protesters rail against Trump, Musk at ‘No Kings’ rally in Olympia - The Olympian
Some 5,000 protesters rail against Trump, Musk at ‘No Kings’ rally in Olympia The Olympian
Published on 14 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Oconomowoc takes steps toward Olympia Fields plan for new apartments and entertainment - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Oconomowoc takes steps toward Olympia Fields plan for new apartments and entertainment Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Published on 13 June 2025 | 7:00 am
‘No Kings’ anti-Trump protest planned for June 14 in Olympia. Here’s where - The Olympian
‘No Kings’ anti-Trump protest planned for June 14 in Olympia. Here’s where The Olympian
Published on 13 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Thousands expected at ‘No Kings’ protest June 14 at Capitol Campus. What to know - The Olympian
Thousands expected at ‘No Kings’ protest June 14 at Capitol Campus. What to know The Olympian
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia’s Police Chief is retiring. Who will fill the post until a new hire is made? - The Olympian
Olympia’s Police Chief is retiring. Who will fill the post until a new hire is made? The Olympian
Published on 11 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Georgia-Pacific blaze started when machinery caught on fire, Olympia fire official says - The Olympian
Georgia-Pacific blaze started when machinery caught on fire, Olympia fire official says The Olympian
Published on 10 June 2025 | 7:00 am
2 teens accused of firing water pellet gun at pedestrian, driver in Olympia - The Olympian
2 teens accused of firing water pellet gun at pedestrian, driver in Olympia The Olympian
Published on 10 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Multiple fire departments responded to blaze at Georgia Pacific in Olympia Monday - The Olympian
Multiple fire departments responded to blaze at Georgia Pacific in Olympia Monday The Olympian
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Fiery crash near Olympia rips engine from vehicle - MyNorthwest.com
Fiery crash near Olympia rips engine from vehicle MyNorthwest.com
Published on 8 June 2025 | 7:00 am
There have been 3 ICE incidents in the Olympia area in the past week, council member says - The Olympian
There have been 3 ICE incidents in the Olympia area in the past week, council member says The Olympian
Published on 5 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Washington State Patrol apologizes for interrupting Pride flag raising in Olympia - KNKX
Washington State Patrol apologizes for interrupting Pride flag raising in Olympia KNKX
Published on 5 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Heat wave could bring temperatures near 90 degrees in Olympia this weekend - The Olympian
Heat wave could bring temperatures near 90 degrees in Olympia this weekend The Olympian
Published on 5 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia city manager announces spending, hiring freeze at council meeting. Here’s why - The Olympian
Olympia city manager announces spending, hiring freeze at council meeting. Here’s why The Olympian
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia School District defends teacher’s free speech after controversial social media post - The Olympian
Olympia School District defends teacher’s free speech after controversial social media post The Olympian
Published on 2 June 2025 | 7:00 am
New downtown cafe set to open, area Rite Aid will close and 2 office buildings are for sale - The Olympian
New downtown cafe set to open, area Rite Aid will close and 2 office buildings are for sale The Olympian
Published on 30 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Teenager who died in mobile home fire attended Olympia High School - The Olympian
Teenager who died in mobile home fire attended Olympia High School The Olympian
Published on 30 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia City Council approves ordinance to reshape Capital Mall Triangle area - thejoltnews.com
Olympia City Council approves ordinance to reshape Capital Mall Triangle area thejoltnews.com
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia School District ‘frustrated’ by error that led to incorrect McLean County tax bills - WGLT
Olympia School District ‘frustrated’ by error that led to incorrect McLean County tax bills WGLT
Published on 21 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Once-proud WA beer brand making ‘kitschy’ comeback in Canada and Texas - Tacoma News Tribune
Once-proud WA beer brand making ‘kitschy’ comeback in Canada and Texas Tacoma News Tribune
Published on 21 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Things To Do for Father’s Day in Olympia and Throughout Thurston County - ThurstonTalk
Things To Do for Father’s Day in Olympia and Throughout Thurston County ThurstonTalk
Published on 18 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia middle school student taken to hospital after classmate used a taser on them - The Olympian
Olympia middle school student taken to hospital after classmate used a taser on them The Olympian
Published on 16 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia's imperiled Japanese garden - thejoltnews.com
Olympia's imperiled Japanese garden thejoltnews.com
Published on 16 May 2025 | 7:00 am
2 dead, 3 taken to hospital after alleged overdoses in downtown Olympia - The Olympian
2 dead, 3 taken to hospital after alleged overdoses in downtown Olympia The Olympian
Published on 12 May 2025 | 7:00 am
What’s happening this week around Thurston County - The Olympian
What’s happening this week around Thurston County The Olympian
Published on 10 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Port of Olympia exploring ferry service - KING5.com
Port of Olympia exploring ferry service KING5.com
Published on 8 May 2025 | 7:00 am
‘Matlock’: Will Olympia Side With Julian or Matty? Skye P. Marshall & Jason Ritter Tease Season 2 - TV Insider
‘Matlock’: Will Olympia Side With Julian or Matty? Skye P. Marshall & Jason Ritter Tease Season 2 TV Insider
Published on 8 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia council to discuss how to provide reparations to enslaved Africans’ descendants - The Olympian
Olympia council to discuss how to provide reparations to enslaved Africans’ descendants The Olympian
Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia explores reparations for some Black residents - KING5.com
Olympia explores reparations for some Black residents KING5.com
Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia set to have another big protest on May 3. What to know - The Olympian
Olympia set to have another big protest on May 3. What to know The Olympian
Published on 1 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia Joann’s likely to close in May. Here are current discounts on fabric - The Olympian
Olympia Joann’s likely to close in May. Here are current discounts on fabric The Olympian
Published on 24 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Fire destroys barn used as housing in East Olympia early Friday, displacing 14 people - The Olympian
Fire destroys barn used as housing in East Olympia early Friday, displacing 14 people The Olympian
Published on 18 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Power outages delay start times at Olympia, Tumwater schools Thursday morning - The Olympian
Power outages delay start times at Olympia, Tumwater schools Thursday morning The Olympian
Published on 17 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Cuban cafe opens, music shop owner retires, controversial fast-food biz marks its spot - The Olympian
Cuban cafe opens, music shop owner retires, controversial fast-food biz marks its spot The Olympian
Published on 11 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Squaxin Island Tribe plans to turn Olympia justice center into destination hotel - The Olympian
Squaxin Island Tribe plans to turn Olympia justice center into destination hotel The Olympian
Published on 10 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Olympia City Council approves $8.2M sale of Plum Street property to Squaxin Island Tribe - thejoltnews.com
Olympia City Council approves $8.2M sale of Plum Street property to Squaxin Island Tribe thejoltnews.com
Published on 9 April 2025 | 7:00 am
City of Olympia sends workers home early Wednesday ahead of forecasted storm - The Olympian
City of Olympia sends workers home early Wednesday ahead of forecasted storm The Olympian
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Could wetlands be in the way of proposed 39-home project in NE Olympia? Officials to find out - The Olympian
Could wetlands be in the way of proposed 39-home project in NE Olympia? Officials to find out The Olympian
Published on 23 March 2025 | 7:00 am
‘Hello Dere!’ Olympia’s Sea Mart/Yard Birds Shopping Center was a Downtown Landmark - ThurstonTalk
‘Hello Dere!’ Olympia’s Sea Mart/Yard Birds Shopping Center was a Downtown Landmark ThurstonTalk
Published on 16 March 2025 | 7:00 am
WSNA in Olympia — 2025 Legislative Session - Washington State Nurses Association - WSNA
WSNA in Olympia — 2025 Legislative Session Washington State Nurses Association - WSNA
Published on 14 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Airport and Nearby Communities Partner on Taking Shared Policy Priorities to First-Ever Olympia Day on the Hill - portseattle.org
Airport and Nearby Communities Partner on Taking Shared Policy Priorities to First-Ever Olympia Day on the Hill portseattle.org
Published on 10 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Fire destroys Jefferson Street apartment in downtown Olympia, battalion chief says - The Olympian
Fire destroys Jefferson Street apartment in downtown Olympia, battalion chief says The Olympian
Published on 9 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Some 2,000 protesters blast Trump at President’s Day protest: ‘No billionaires, no kings’ - The Olympian
Some 2,000 protesters blast Trump at President’s Day protest: ‘No billionaires, no kings’ The Olympian
Published on 17 February 2025 | 8:00 am
City Council declares Olympia the state’s first sanctuary city for trans and queer people - The Olympian
City Council declares Olympia the state’s first sanctuary city for trans and queer people The Olympian
Published on 29 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Olympia-Tumwater rises to 8th among best-performing cities in 2025 - thejoltnews.com
Olympia-Tumwater rises to 8th among best-performing cities in 2025 thejoltnews.com
Published on 27 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Lawmakers return to Olympia for meetings ahead of 2025 session - Washington State Standard
Lawmakers return to Olympia for meetings ahead of 2025 session Washington State Standard
Published on 9 December 2024 | 8:00 am