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Capital Mall Unveils New Large-Scale Art Mural Representing Thurston County’s Local Charm

Capital Mall makes a big statement with the installation of  a 1,400 square-foot outdoor mural between Century Theatres and Old Navy. Representing Capital Mall’s  commitment to the local community, this mural, appropriately titled “Water & Land,” highlights the  bountiful natural resources found in Thurston County.   Specifically, the South-facing wall depicts ingredients found in water…

Saint Martin’s Announces Chantelle Marker as Associate Dean of Military and Graduate Programs

Saint Martin’s University recently announced Chantelle Marker, M.A. as the new associate dean of military and graduate programs. Since October 2019, Marker has served as the director of graduate admissions. Previously, she was the senior recruiter of graduate admissions, a position she held since fall of 2018. “Chantelle Marker works passionately to set students up for success.…

High-Profile Port Commissioner Race Featured at Chamber’s October Forum & All Candidates Invited to Candidates Reception

Join the Thurston County Chamber Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 11:30 a.m. at The Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake for a Candidates Reception & Meet the Candidates Forum. Don’t miss this celebration of politics, policy and people! This event will feature the Port of Olympia Commissioner, District No. 2 candidates are Jessie W. Simmons and Bob…

Community Partnerships Offer Unhoused Individuals Safe Place to Recover after Hospital Discharge

Interfaith Works, MultiCare Capital Medical Center, Providence St. Peter Hospital, and Thurston County Public Health and Social Services are partnering to provide people experiencing homelessness a safe place to fully recover after they are discharged from the hospital, with the goal of reducing readmissions and freeing up much-needed hospital beds, the organizations announced today. The…

Excited To Launch A New Kind of Home Care

Enlightenment Home Care LLC is excited to announce No Age Limit Home Care: the benefits of home Care for all ages. There is no age limit or situation where home care would not be a benefit. Enlightenment home care understands that whether you are young, or old, sick, disabled, or injured home care is a…

OlyFed Receives National Recognition for Community Service

Olympia Federal Savings (OlyFed) received an honorable mention in The Independent Community Bankers of America’s (ICBA) 2021 National Community Bank Service Awards, celebrating the outstanding and creative volunteer efforts of the nation’s community banks. The $800 million‐asset bank, was one of seven banks to receive this national recognition. OlyFed was recognized for its Better Fedder…

Thurston Chamber Seeks Boss of the Year Nominations

The Thurston County Chamber and Express Employment Professionals are seeking nominations for the 2021 Boss of the Year! Take some time to nominate your boss for Boss of the Year and see them receive well-deserved recognition. The Chamber and Express will present the eleventh annual Boss of the Year designation at the Chamber’s December Forum on…

SPSCC To Require COVID-19 Vaccination For Any On-Campus Class or Activity

As COVID-19 continues to impact public health, South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) today announced that it will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for students who participate in any in-person class or activity for Fall Quarter 2021. “The public health experts are clear: vaccines and masks save lives and stop the spread of this virus,”…

Olympia Community Solar

Washington residents interested in solar power now have the opportunity to buy into the market at a fraction of the cost. Olympia Community Solar (OCS), a nonprofit founded in 2018 to support community solar education and policy, recently installed The Hummingbird Project, a community-funded solar project on the roof of the Hands On Children’s Museum…

Harlequin Productions Announces COVID Protocols for Audience Members

Harlequin Productions joins other local arts organizations, including The Washington Center for the Performing Arts and the Olympia Film Society, as well as regional arts organizations including the Seattle Symphony, the Pacific Northwest Ballet, The Seattle Repertory Theatre, the 5th Avenue Theatre, A Contemporary Theatre (ACT), Village Theatre, and Seattle Theatre Group in requiring proof of…