3+ day, 21+ hour ago   (724+ words) Enjoy sunflowers, outdoor movies, festivals and more in Thurston County this fall Pumpkin spice can now be found, well, everywhere, and that means only one thing: fall is just around the corner! We may have a late summer or we…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago   (433+ words) Top Local News – Thurston County – August 14, 2026 ThurstonTalk - Washington House of Representatives, representing District 22-Position 2 Your daily roundup of local news from Thurston County, Washington — covering Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Yelm, Tenino, and Rochester. 1. City planners and council members are evaluating incentive…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago   (170+ words) An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until September 27, 2026 The Haki Farmers Collective is proud to announce the second annual Sorghum Festival taking place on September 25 – 27 on our collective farm just 20 minutes south of Olympia. Join us for…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago   (281+ words) Annual survey finds residents continue to value Thurston County as a place to live, while concerns about affordability, financial hardship and the business climate grow Submitted by Thurston County Chamber The Thurston County Chamber of Commerce has released its third…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (358+ words) As they celebrate another anniversary, the team plans for a bright future 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…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (413+ words) Most visitors to the State Capitol – also known as the Legislative Building – in Olympia, tend to look up rather than down. Many people walk right over a time capsule from the American Bicentennial celebrations in 1976. It is set to be…...

3+ day, 9+ hour ago   (143+ words) An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, repeating until September 12, 2026 The Lord Franzannian Royal Olympia Spectacular Vaudeville show is seeking new original acts for its 20th anniversary show! NOW is the time to GET YOUR…...

3+ day, 17+ hour ago   (285+ words) ThurstonTalk - Washington House of Representatives, representing District 22-Position 2 Submitted by South Sound Maritime Heritage Association 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…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (311+ words) Olympia bakery serves cake by the slice, cupcakes, tres leches and more. There’s a newish bakery in Olympia. Tender Velvet Rebel Oven opened in the 222 Market building on Capitol Way in November. Its menu offers a luxurious spin on baked…...

4+ day, 6+ hour ago   (125+ words) ThurstonTalk - Washington House of Representatives, representing District 22-Position 2 A Magical Cirque Christmas For more than five spectacular holiday seasons, A Magical Cirque Christmas has captivated fans and welcomed families, making it part of their seasonal celebrations.Overflowing with festive charm…...