Local News in Thurston County

Lacey City Council Proclaims September 2026 as Youth Leadership Recognition Month

The Lacey City Council proclaimed the month of September 2026 as Youth Leadership Recognition Month in the City of Lacey. … Continue reading "Lacey City Council Proclaims September 2026 as Youth Leadership Recognition Month"

WDFW launches new kindergarten curriculum to introduce students to wildlife, habitats

OLYMPIA – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced Tuesday a new kindergarten curriculum centered around “Many Places, Many Lives,” an illustrated poetry collection that introduces students to wildlife of Washington and the habitats where they live. This…

September 24, 2026 – Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) Meeting

NOTICE: The Lodging Tax Advisory Board will meet Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 1 p.m., at Lacey City Hall, 420 … Continue reading "September 24, 2026 – Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) Meeting"

Washington Needs $1.3 Billion More to Cover Soaring Government Misconduct Lawsuits

OLYMPIA [JAKE GOLDSTEIN-STREET] — Washington needs to spend another $1.3 billion over the next two years to address skyrocketing lawsuit payouts due to state government misconduct, according to a recently filed budget request from a state agency. This comes after the Legislature…

Community Invited to Greg Cuoio Park Grand Opening September 24

The City of Lacey (City) invites the community to the Greg Cuoio Park Grand Opening on Thursday, September 24, from … Continue reading "Community Invited to Greg Cuoio Park Grand Opening September 24"

Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus both announce new 2026-27 Season

SEATTLE – Seattle Men’s Chorus (SMC) and Seattle Women’s Chorus (SWC) return to the stage for the 2026-27 season with three brand-new concerts, treating audiences to holiday magic, an intimate look at life’s journeys, and a full-on return to the dance floor. The new season will…

Reykdal seeks an additional $2 Billion to fund WA public schools in next budget

OLYMPIA [Jerry Cornfield and Aspen Ford] — The leader of Washington’s public school system on Thursday outlined his multibillion-dollar budget request he says is needed to ensure the state meets its legal obligations to fund basic education for more than 1 million students.…

Two WA public sector unions reach tentative deals on new contracts

OLYMPIA [Jerry Cornfield] — Washington’s largest union for state government workers reached a tentative agreement on a new two-year contract early Friday, ending weeks of tense negotiations and a walkout by workers statewide. Just after midnight, negotiators for the Washington…

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September 14, 2026 – Commission on Equity and Human Services Commission Potential Quorum

NOTICE: The members of the Commission on Equity and Human Services Commission may attend the Regional Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and … Continue reading "September 14, 2026 – Commission on Equity and Human Services Commission Potential Quorum"

September 17, 2026 – Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) Meeting

NOTICE: The Lodging Tax Advisory Board will meet Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 1 p.m., in the Council Chambers at … Continue reading "September 17, 2026 – Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) Meeting"

Lacey Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting

The City of Lacey (City) recently received the State Auditor’s Stewardship Award from the Washington State Auditor’s Office for its … Continue reading "Lacey Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting"