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The JOLT is the Journal of Olympia, Lacey & Tumwater, a hyper-local (digital-native) news organization. Our mission is to improve the lives of people by providing information. Find the news on crime, politics, education, environmental issues, crises, celebrations and more.
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Barker Rinker Seacat Architecture presented to Tumwater City Council on Tuesday, January 28, early programming and layout plans for a proposed community center. City staff has narrowed their ..read more
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The City of Lacey officially proclaimed February as Black History Month, recognizing the invaluable contributions of Black and African Americans ..read more
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Thurston County is set to finalize the $14.25 million purchase for a new Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) headquarters in ..read more
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A winter weather advisory is in effect for Thurston County, as a storm system is forecast to create dodgy conditions for motorists and pedestrians in the region. The National Weather Service ..read more
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The City of Lacey is looking for three members of the community to round out positions on two boards. The Parks, Culture and Recreation Advisory Board is seeking residents to fill two seats. One ..read more
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The Olympia Planning Commission reviewed the proposed updates to the transportation chapter of the city's 2045 Comprehensive Plan ..read more
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The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved an agreement with South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity ..read more
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The Lacey City Council unanimously voted to designate a portion of Franz Street as a memorial roadway honoring the distinguished 20-year career of ..read more
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The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) awarded a $2,174,174 contract for the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of ..read more
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Hundreds of protesters gathered near Tivoli Fountain in front of the Washington Capitol in Olympia on Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 5, to speak out against recent policies enacted by the Trump ..read more