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North Thurston Education Foundation’s ‘Because of You’ Annual Fundraiser Set to be a Virtual Week of Giving October 23 through October 30, 2020

Member News, NewsOctober 20, 2020

School looks very different this year and North Thurston Education Foundation (NTEF) is busier than ever. The pandemic has created new challenges for North Thurston Public Schools’ (NTPS) families and students related to child care, accessing school supplies and finding adequate tools for remote learning. Despite the obstacles, the Foundation remains committed to helping the…

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Oct152020

Frauke DePetter Massage Therapy Is Now Open

Member News, NewsOctober 15, 2020

We are excited to announce that Frauke DePetter Massage Therapy is now open to serve clients at 1607 Cooper Point Rd NW in Olympia, WA Are you ready to take a break from your current stress level that is affecting your daily life and well-being? Are you ready to let go of aches, pains and…

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Oct142020

SW Washington Food Hub Providing Multi-Farm Produce Boxes to Region

Member News, NewsOctober 14, 2020

The SW Washington Food Hub is making locally-grown vegetables available to the community through its multi-farm produce box program. To date, nine farms located throughout the region are participating in the program. Anyone can sign up to purchase an 8-week subscription or one box at a time. The produce is early winter crops such as…

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Oct142020

New Grant Funding for Restaurants and Retailers Now Available

Member News, NewsOctober 14, 2020

Thanks to a new infusion of CARES Act funding from Thurston County, Thurston Strong has expanded funding support available to local organizations, including retail and restaurants. Independently-owned retail and restaurant operators have experienced an outsized economic impact during the pandemic. According to data from Washington State Employment Security Department, 35 percent of layoffs are tied…

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