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After audit finding, Thurston County to repay money it spent to furnish and improve office space
Thurston County plans to repay nearly $1.9 million to one of its tax funds after a state audit found the county inappropriately used that money. In May, the state Auditor's Office determined the county did not comply with state law when it used the nearly $1.9 million in real estate excise tax funds for "unallowable" furniture and equipment expenses.
Lacey PolyFest
Brought by the Polynesian Association of Thurston County. The 4th Annual Lacey PolyFest is a free family-oriented event, allowing attendees to experience Polynesia right here in the Pacific Northwest on Friday, June 28 from 5 - 10 p.m. and Saturday, June 29 from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. at the Regional Athletic Complex (RAC) at 8345 at Steilacom Rd SE, Olympia WA.
What can we do to show our support for our LGBTQ+ peers?
We are coming to the end of Pride month. Much has been written and broadcast about the events, parades, and need for the understanding and inclusion of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBQT+) community. Most of this has been done by the younger members. I don’t recall seeing any specific information that related directly to the senior LGBTQ+ generation.
Thurston County commissioner Wayne Fournier eyes big developments for Grand Mound in run for reelection
Residents of Southwest Washington might soon be able to get a few swings in at Topgolf before finishing their night off with a Double Double and Animal Style fries, if a county commissioner has his ...
Lacey man accused of double homicide appears in Thurston County Superior Court
A 21-year-old Lacey man accused of murdering his pregnant wife and a roommate is being held in the Thurston County jail without bail. John Robert Maupin, an active-duty Army member, attended his preliminary appearance in Thurston County Superior Court on Friday. Lacey police arrested Maupin early Friday morning after a...
Washington State Patrol’s Bomb Squad safely detonated explosive device
On the morning of June 20, deputies responded to a report of a suspicious homemade explosive device found on the side of Hill Street NE in Lacey. According to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) post, a passerby discovered the device and alerted authorities around 8:30 a.m. Upon arrival,...
Roadwork leads to significant traffic backups on I-5 north; more to come
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) warned drivers in the state that Interstate 5 (I-5) north approaching Grand Mound around the line between Thurston and Lewis counties would be reduced to one lane due to roadwork this week. But that hasn’t stopped travelers from taking to the road and...
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