Your daily roundup of local news from Thurston County, Washington — covering Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Yelm, Tenino, and ...

There are plenty of fun things to do in Thurston County for fall. Check out this list of 2026 fall activities near Olympia.

Happy Retirement Marshal! Marshal, a 12.5-year-old black Labrador retriever has retired as a Thurston County courthouse dog at an invite-only ceremony on August 13, 2026. Marshal has been an asset to ...

The American Diabetes Association — the nation’s leading organization committed to fighting diabetes — has renewed and recognized Mason Health’s diabetes education program for another four years, ...

The Thurston County Chamber of Commerce has released its third annual Quality of Life Index, offering a detailed look at how residents view life in Thurston County today and their expectations for the ...

Standing the test of time is always cause for celebration. This is especially true for American businesses, where more than 65% don’t survive to their 10th anniversary. Locally, Boggs Inspection ...

In Olympia, city planners and council members are evaluating incentive programs and zoning changes intended to encourage affordable housing development along key transit corridors near downtown.

The time capsule was initially filled in August 1976. The Makah Tribe donated a sandstone fishnet weight from the Ozette archeological site for the capsule. Photo courtesy : Washington State Archives ...

The South Sound Maritime Heritage Association will be moving the 120-year-old tugboat Parthia to her permanent display site next to the Olympia Farmers’ Market on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

Tender Velvet Rebel Oven opened in the 222 Market building on Capitol Way in November. Its menu offers a luxurious spin on baked goods, especially sweets like cakes and cupcakes, but also savory ...