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Thurston County Auditor's Office
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Providing award-winning public services in elections, licensing services, recording and financial services to the citizens of Thurston County.
As we celebrate Christmas, we’re grateful for the strength and kindness of our community. Thank you to everyone who works throughout the year to support one another, offer help when it’s needed, and make this a place we’re proud to call home.
December 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
We will be closed at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, December 24 and all day on Thursday, December 25 in observation of Christmas.
December 22, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Many vehicle licensing customers are finding their Department of Licensing renewal postcards mixed in with holiday mail and ads. Please review all postcards before discarding them. These postcards are the standard renewal reminder and include everything needed to complete your tab renewal on time.
December 18, 2025 at 5:34 PM
The Auditor's Office seeks volunteers for committees for the February 10 Special Election. Volunteers must live in the Tenino or Olympia School Districts to qualify and be able to communicate reliably by email.
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December 13, 2025 at 12:43 AM
The recount is complete! For more information, visit ThurstonWAVotes.gov. Questions? Contact us. 360.786.5408 or [email protected]

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December 6, 2025 at 12:57 AM
The Canvassing Board certified the November 4 General Election and approved a schedule for a recount in the Port of Olympia commission race, District 2.

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November 25, 2025 at 8:11 PM
We will be closed for Thanksgiving.
November 24, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Was your ballot challenged? Do you need to update your signature? All cure forms are due by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, November 24. Questions? Contact us! 360.786.5408 or [email protected]
November 20, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Join us for the Swearing-In Ceremony for recently elected officials at 12pm on November 25, directly following certification at the Minnaert Center for the Arts on the SPSCC Campus. Contact us with questions. 360.786.5408 or [email protected]

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November 13, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Save the date! The Swearing-In Ceremony for recently elected officials is coming up on November 25!
November 6, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Unofficial Results for the November 5, 2025 General Election in Thurston County are now online:

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November 5, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Today is Election Day! Drop boxes close at 8pm. Voter registration and replacement ballots are available at our Voting Centers, Timberland Library, and the Hub at The Evergreen State College. More info at ThurstonWAVotes.gov. Questions? Contact us! 360.786.5408 or [email protected]
November 4, 2025 at 5:31 PM
We're opening at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, November 5 to allow for staff training.
November 3, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Interested in observing our Post-Election Audits? Contact us! 360.786.5408 or [email protected]

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October 29, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Election Day is NEXT TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4! Ballot drop boxes close promptly at 8 p.m. Questions? Contact us! 360.786.5408 or [email protected]

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October 28, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Don’t wait! Mail your ballot at least a week before Election Day to ensure the postmark. Within 7 days, use one of 31 secure ballot drop boxes throughout the county. Drop boxes are the safest option in the final week and on Election Day.

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October 23, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Starting Oct 28, you may only update your voter registration or register to vote in person until after Election Day, Nov 4. Questions? Contact us! 360.786.5408 or [email protected]

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October 20, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Ballots have been mailed! Drop boxes are open! Need a replacement ballot? Need to register? The voting center is open! Questions? Contact us! 360.786.5408 or [email protected]. Learn more at ThurstonWAVotes.gov
October 15, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Thurston County Auditor’s Office Financial Services, Elections, Licensing, Recording and Passport divisions are closed today (Monday, October 13) for staff training.
October 13, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Interested in being an observer for the General Election? Join us next Thursday, October 16 on Zoom at 5:30 p.m. Contact us for details. 360.786.5408 or [email protected]

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October 9, 2025 at 10:42 PM
The Thurston County Auditor’s Office will be closed on Monday, October 13 for staff training.
October 9, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Local Voters' Pamphlets for the General Election are being mailed! If you don't have one by Oct. 11, contact us! 360.786.5408 or [email protected]. Did you know? The Voter Pamphlet is online! Visit ThurstonWAVotes.gov

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October 6, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Need a passport photo? We can take it! And, we can process your new passport application too! The Thurston County Auditor’s Office is the only full-time passport acceptance facility in the county. One stop for your travel needs!
September 29, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Did you apply for your passport? Go to passportstatus.state.gov to check on its status!
September 22, 2025 at 6:41 PM
The Elections Division mailed Military and Overseas ballots for the November General Election TODAY. Regular ballots will be mailed to on October 15. Questions? Contact us! 360.786.5408 or [email protected]

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September 19, 2025 at 9:55 PM