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2025 July 4th Fireworks in Thurston County

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Relay For Life of Thurston County Presented by Twinstar Credit Union Unites the Community in Fight Against Cancer

Circus performers in brightly colored costumes pose on a black stage in front of a red and white big top tent. Two are sitting, one is down on one knee, five are standing and one is standing with a woman on his shoulders.

Under the Big Top: Shoestring Circus Comes To Town With a Show Like No Other

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Capital Mall is Your Destination for Free June Events in Olympia

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Looking for Barbecue in Thurston County? Head to the South Sound BBQ Festival

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Summer Events in Thurston County

2025 Capital City Marathon Photoset

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Things To Do for Father’s Day in Olympia and Throughout Thurston County

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a band performs on an outdoor stage to a large crowd at the Come As You Are Music Festival

Celebrate World Music Day at the ‘Come As You Are Music...

celebrate the longest day of the year at the Come As You Are Music Festival, a citywide event honoring World Music Day. Running June...

a group of kids in a circle on a basketball court at Saint Martin's University, some holding balls. A coach is talking to them, also holding a ball

Give Your Young Athletes a Summer Boost with Saints Sports Summer...

Parents and teachers know all about summer brain drain, the learning loss which happens over long school holidays. But players and coaches agree the...

One boy with his hands up like he is going to catch a ball stands next to another boy with his hands raised with a ball in them at the Day of Champions 2025

Miles of Smiles at Tumwater School District’s Inclusive 2025 Day of...

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The Spirit of Lenny Bruce Takes Center Stage at the Washington...

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El Nuevo Programa “Lock It up” Del Condado de Thurston Mantiene...

Thurston County’s New ‘Lock It Up’ Program Keeps Firearms ‘Safe, Secure...

Everyday

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North Thurston Public Schools Celebrates Educators Who Embody Joy of Learning

Submitted by North Thurston Public Schools Learning should be rigorous and challenging—it should also be joyful. It’s why the North Thurston Public Schools 2024-25 district...

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Blending Sustainability, Walkability and Community Connection at the Rookery in Tumwater

Dispute Resolution Center board member Eileen Yoshina (right) handing a glass trophy Peacemaker Award to Lonnie Locke (left)

People in Public Service: Lonnie Locke

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The League of Foundations Unites Three Local Nonprofits to Extend their...

a man stands by a hand-carved stone sign, partially covering the words that say Tenino Agriculture Innovation Park 16410 Old Hwy 99 S. Another man takes a photo of him with a camera

Tenino’s Agriculture Innovation Park Fosters Entrepreneurial Spirits Across Thurston County

Sports

Olympia High School Downing Brothers Cherish Competing Together in Javelin

9 Olympia High School sailing team members with Olympia Community Sailing stand posed for a photo outside with their trophy and a white bag with text that says "1st" on it

Olympia High School Sailing Team Wins 2025 NWISA Fleet Race District Championships

2025 Capital City Marathon Photoset

Leading With Purpose: New Director of Athletics Theresa Hanson on Her Vision for Athletics at Saint Martin’s University

North Thurston Public High Schools Prepare for Track Postseason

Cross Town Rivals Olympia and Capital Boys Baseball Battle

Featured Business

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Family-Owned Olympia Builder Will Take Your New Home or Renovation Project...

In today’s marketplace, starting a home building or interior renovation project can feel overwhelming. Not only are there endless decisions and choices to be...

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Welcoming Kimberly Parks to the Boggs Inspection Services Family

Studies show that over a lifetime, the average American has seven careers and moves nearly a dozen times. Few of us stick to a...

Olympia Therapy Has Suggestions for Summertime and Developmentally Helpful Information for...

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Building Your Home Cleaning Caddy with Tips from Maid Perfect

Jessica Oliver (left) and husband Joshua Oliver (right) sitting on a bench seat at a low table with drinks

Penrose Physical Therapy Utilizes New Dry Needling Technique to Alleviate Patient’s...

grey sofa chairs, white round side tables and tan cabinets in the WSECU Hawk's Prairie branch waiting area. The wall has a green block painted on it that has the word 'WSECU' painted on it in lighter green

WSECU Opens Innovative New Branch in Bustling Hawks Prairie Area to...

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