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Facing Up To Chronic Homelessness
by Doug Mah, Doug Mah & Associates, Public Policy Director for the Thurston County Chamber Homelessness is one of the greatest challenges facing our community. For this reason, the Thurston Chamber, Public Policy Division believes that focusing on chronic homelessness may be the best plan for our community. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban…
Find Fresh Flavors at Cynara in the Market District
by Alison Bailey • Photos by Heather Harris, Elements Photography Where can you find lamb stew, baklava crumble and a hibiscus-infused take on an Old Fashioned at a bar featuring over 80 unique bottles of whiskey? Christian Skilling’s second restaurant in Olympia, Cynara. Fans of the westside’s Iron Rabbit will love the refined yet casual…
On the Mend: Providence SW Chief Executive Darin Goss on Navigating a Pandemic and the Future of Health Care
by Heidi Smith • Photos by Tracy Jameson Since moving from Southern California to Olympia to take on his new role as Chief Executive of Providence Southwest Service Area, Darin Goss has met with multiple leaders from the business and health care communities. He collaborates with some of them so often that it was a…
Thurston Chamber Holds Workforce Summit
The Thurston County Chamber invites the community to attend the Thurston County Chamber’s August Forum on Wednesday, August 18 at 11:30 a.m. at the Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake (Formerly Hotel RL). “Every day, I hear from business owners who are struggling to find employees. We are holding the Workforce Summit to help employers…
KXXO Collecting School Supplies August 13
With kids returning to school, the need for supplies is great! KXXO Mixx 96.1 is holding a School Supplies and Cash Drive Friday, August 13 from 6 A.M.-6 P.M. in partnership with the Little Red Schoolhouse Project. Donating is easier than ever: Either make a monetary donation online anytime at www.KXXO.com or, the day of August 13,…
Leonor R. Fuller Gallery Hosting 2021 Southwest Washington Juried Exhibition
The Leonor R. Fuller Gallery at South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is hosting the 2021 Southwest Washington Juried Exhibition. The exhibit is open through Sunday, Aug. 22. Guest juror Aisha Harrison will judge the annual exhibition of selected work from artists residing in Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Thurston, and…
In-Person Classes Will Expand, and Vaccines or Exemptions Required, This Fall at SPSCC
South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) on July 6 announced that it will become a fully vaccinated COVID-19 campus for the start of Fall Quarter 2021. Employees and students will need to verify that they have been fully vaccinated unless they are claiming a medical, religious, or philosophical exemption. Employees must verify their vaccination or…
Thurston EDC helps Shiplap Shop of Yelm open new location
The Yelm Shiplap Shop & Coffee House owners announced they will be opening The Shiplap Quilt Shop and Coffee House in downtown Tenino. “We are excited for our new project in Tenino and appreciate the assistance of the Thurston Economic Development Council in securing a location for it.” Said Gary Rurup, one of the owners,…
Thurston County Forum – Thurston Strong & Economic Recovery Initiatives
The community is invited to attend the Thurston County Chamber’s July Forum on Wednesday, July 21 at 11:30 a.m. at the Hotel RL Olympia. During this month’s luncheon and presentation, Jason Robertson with J Robertson and Company (JRO & CO), strategic planning and public communications firm and Thurston Strong program contractor, will share Thurston Strong…
Saint Martin’s Launches New Washington Vets to Tech Program for Veterans, Transitioning Military and Military Spouses
This summer Saint Martin’s University is launching Washington Vets to Tech, a new 16-week certificate program that will provide face-to-face computer science, software development, and information technology education to active-duty service members transitioning out of the military, eligible veterans and military spouses. The program will run three sessions throughout the year: Fall (August to December), Spring…