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Comments on the proposed changes are being accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 18.
These changes would affect Thurston Co. watershed. Here’s why some are upset
Comments on the proposed changes are being accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 18.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Comments on the proposed changes are being accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 18.
Investigators arrested someone on suspicion of unlawful disposal of human remains.
Man arrested after body found at ‘end of a dead-end street’ in Thurston County
Investigators arrested someone on suspicion of unlawful disposal of human remains.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Investigators arrested someone on suspicion of unlawful disposal of human remains.
Oly on Ice is open through Monday.
Want to skate around the ice rink one more time? Your last chance is this weekend
Oly on Ice is open through Monday.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Oly on Ice is open through Monday.
HB 2090 by state Rep. Stephanie Barnard, a Pasco Republican, would ask the Department of Commerce to develop a nuclear strategic framework.
Should WA embrace nuclear to meet clean energy goals? There’s a bipartisan push
HB 2090 by state Rep. Stephanie Barnard, a Pasco Republican, would ask the Department of Commerce to develop a nuclear strategic framework.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:20 PM
HB 2090 by state Rep. Stephanie Barnard, a Pasco Republican, would ask the Department of Commerce to develop a nuclear strategic framework.
Here’s what bystanders should do when encountering ICE activity, experts say.
What should I do if I see ICE in my Washington city? Know these rights, resources
Here’s what bystanders should do when encountering ICE activity, experts say.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:10 PM
Here’s what bystanders should do when encountering ICE activity, experts say.
Hundreds of watches and accessories are on sale at Fossil just in time for Valentine's Day. Shop our top picks now for 50% off savings.
Gift Alert: Get 50% Off These Men's and Women's Fossil Watches and Accessories
Hundreds of watches and accessories are on sale at Fossil just in time for Valentine's Day. Shop our top picks now for 50% off savings.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Hundreds of watches and accessories are on sale at Fossil just in time for Valentine's Day. Shop our top picks now for 50% off savings.
Verizon now has the freedom to pull a lever that will make it more difficult for customers to switch phone carriers.
Verizon gets approval to lock phones longer, making it harder for customers to leave
Verizon now has the freedom to pull a lever that will make it more difficult for customers to switch phone carriers.
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January 15, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Verizon now has the freedom to pull a lever that will make it more difficult for customers to switch phone carriers.
The mayor spoke during the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce’s “State of the Community” address.
Olympia mayor says there’s a plan to close the ‘Jungle.’ Here’s what we know
The mayor spoke during the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce’s “State of the Community” address.
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January 15, 2026 at 6:20 AM
The mayor spoke during the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce’s “State of the Community” address.
The county manager warned of a 2027 deficit one month after commissioners approved $9.8 million in cuts to address a 2026 budget deficit.
Thurston Co. faces more than $20 million deficit in 2027, county manager warns
The county manager warned of a 2027 deficit one month after commissioners approved $9.8 million in cuts to address a 2026 budget deficit.
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January 15, 2026 at 5:30 AM
The county manager warned of a 2027 deficit one month after commissioners approved $9.8 million in cuts to address a 2026 budget deficit.
The council hopes to vote on the ordinance on Feb. 10, to coincide with Valentine’s Day the following Saturday.
Olympia may become first WA city with protections for polyamorous families
The council hopes to vote on the ordinance on Feb. 10, to coincide with Valentine’s Day the following Saturday.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:10 AM
The council hopes to vote on the ordinance on Feb. 10, to coincide with Valentine’s Day the following Saturday.
A driver hit and killed the 86-year-old woman before noon Monday, Tumwater police said.
Coroner IDs pedestrian hit and killed in Tumwater grocery store parking lot
A driver hit and killed the 86-year-old woman before noon Monday, Tumwater police said.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:50 AM
A driver hit and killed the 86-year-old woman before noon Monday, Tumwater police said.
The candidate who lost the election said he “mentally laid to rest” any thought of becoming a school director. Now, he’s considering it.
Leader in Thurston County’s biggest school district resigned. What happens now?
The candidate who lost the election said he “mentally laid to rest” any thought of becoming a school director. Now, he’s considering it.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:40 PM
The candidate who lost the election said he “mentally laid to rest” any thought of becoming a school director. Now, he’s considering it.
The mayor spoke during the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce’s “State of the Community” address.
Olympia mayor says there’s a plan to close the ‘Jungle.’ Here’s what we know
The mayor spoke during the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce’s “State of the Community” address.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:30 PM
The mayor spoke during the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce’s “State of the Community” address.
The county manager warned of a 2027 deficit one month after commissioners approved $9.8 million in cuts to address a 2026 budget deficit.
Thurston Co. faces more than $20 million deficit in 2027, county manager warns
The county manager warned of a 2027 deficit one month after commissioners approved $9.8 million in cuts to address a 2026 budget deficit.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:20 PM
The county manager warned of a 2027 deficit one month after commissioners approved $9.8 million in cuts to address a 2026 budget deficit.
“Because some days need a sweet backup plan you can rely on,” the Charlotte-based doughnut shop said.
Krispy Kreme is giving away glazed doughnuts. Here’s how to get a free one
“Because some days need a sweet backup plan you can rely on,” the Charlotte-based doughnut shop said.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:10 PM
“Because some days need a sweet backup plan you can rely on,” the Charlotte-based doughnut shop said.
The council hopes to vote on the ordinance on Feb. 10, to coincide with Valentine’s Day the following Saturday.
Olympia may become first WA city with protections for polyamorous families
The council hopes to vote on the ordinance on Feb. 10, to coincide with Valentine’s Day the following Saturday.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:50 PM
The council hopes to vote on the ordinance on Feb. 10, to coincide with Valentine’s Day the following Saturday.
A driver hit and killed the 86-year-old woman before noon Monday, Tumwater police said.
Coroner IDs pedestrian hit and killed in Tumwater grocery store parking lot
A driver hit and killed the 86-year-old woman before noon Monday, Tumwater police said.
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January 14, 2026 at 8:40 PM
A driver hit and killed the 86-year-old woman before noon Monday, Tumwater police said.
Death notices are submitted by regional funeral homes.
Death notices for Jan. 14
Death notices are submitted by regional funeral homes.
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January 14, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Death notices are submitted by regional funeral homes.
Comments are taken from the latest Thurston County food safety inspection reports for local eateries.
Thai spot scores 40 red points. Here are Thurston Co. food safety scores for Jan. 14
Comments are taken from the latest Thurston County food safety inspection reports for local eateries.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Comments are taken from the latest Thurston County food safety inspection reports for local eateries.
Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 2 women’s basketball recruit in the nation, returned to Lincoln for her senior season.
‘Once in a generation’: Five-star Edwards brings national spotlight back to Lincoln High
Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 2 women’s basketball recruit in the nation, returned to Lincoln for her senior season.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 2 women’s basketball recruit in the nation, returned to Lincoln for her senior season.
Commissioner Carolina Mejia said her proposal sets “guardrails” for the acquisition and use of AI surveillance.
AI surveillance ‘guardrails’ are on the table in Thurston Co. How would it work?
Commissioner Carolina Mejia said her proposal sets “guardrails” for the acquisition and use of AI surveillance.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Commissioner Carolina Mejia said her proposal sets “guardrails” for the acquisition and use of AI surveillance.
The candidate who lost the election said he “mentally laid to rest” any thought of becoming a school director. Now, he’s considering it.
Leader in Thurston County’s biggest school district resigned. What happens now?
The candidate who lost the election said he “mentally laid to rest” any thought of becoming a school director. Now, he’s considering it.
bit.ly
January 14, 2026 at 4:50 PM
The candidate who lost the election said he “mentally laid to rest” any thought of becoming a school director. Now, he’s considering it.
Death notices are submitted by regional funeral homes.
Death notices for Jan. 14
Death notices are submitted by regional funeral homes.
bit.ly
January 14, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Death notices are submitted by regional funeral homes.
Comments are taken from the latest Thurston County food safety inspection reports for local eateries.
Thai spot scores 40 red points. Here are Thurston Co. food safety scores for Jan. 14
Comments are taken from the latest Thurston County food safety inspection reports for local eateries.
bit.ly
January 14, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Comments are taken from the latest Thurston County food safety inspection reports for local eateries.
Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 2 women’s basketball recruit in the nation, returned to Lincoln for her senior season.
‘Once in a generation’: Five-star Edwards brings national spotlight back to Lincoln High
Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 2 women’s basketball recruit in the nation, returned to Lincoln for her senior season.
bit.ly
January 14, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 2 women’s basketball recruit in the nation, returned to Lincoln for her senior season.