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Tesla crashes into outdoor seating area of Thurston County business
A 45-year-old man, driving a white Tesla, crashed into an outdoor seating area Monday afternoon, according to Olympia police. No one was injured, including the driver, Lt. Paul Lower said Tuesday. About 1:30 p.m., the man was headed east on Harrison Avenue. Once in the 1800 block, police say he...
Deputies chase felon for protection order violation
Sheriff’s deputies engaged in a car chase, going after a felon charged with violating a protection order. On the night of June 25, Thurston County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) deputies responded to a call in the Yelm area regarding a protection order violation. According to the TCSO, the suspect, had...
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.
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 ...
Soldier who was murdered was sleeping with the suspect’s wife while living in their home as a “roommate”
The Chronicle, Centralia, Wash. The 21-year-old soldier accused of fatally shooting his pregnant wife and a fellow US Army soldier reportedly allowed the soldier to live in their home as a “roommate/boyfriend.”. Spc. John Robert Maupin had his preliminary hearing in Thurston County Superior Court on possible charges of...
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