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Friday, January 17th, 2025
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thurston County hosts a variety of local events including a community garage sale, ice adventures, a social justice book club, a People's March, discussions on the best books of 2024, a unique aluminum show, and a comedy night to benefit future children's programs and provide entertainment. JOLT
- ➤ Thurston County invites parents of babies born since 2020 to a Zoom listening session to discuss and improve support systems for new parents. ThurstonTalk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Twelve student-athletes from The Evergreen State College have earned Academic All-CCC honors for the Winter 2024-25 season, demonstrating stellar academic and athletic performance. ThurstonTalk
- ➤ In his fourth State of Education address, Washington's Superintendent Chris Reykdal emphasized the need for increased investment in education, highlighting funding gaps, particularly for special education, and calling for a bipartisan approach to improving state and federal funding balance. FOX13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dozens gathered in Olympia, WA, to rally in support of Tahlequah, the orca. FOX13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kelly Green was appointed and sworn in as an Olympia City Council member through a ranked-choice voting process after a vacancy arose. JOLT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Thurston County Public Health & Social Services introduces a free Bereavement Support Group to help families cope with the loss of a pregnancy, infant, or child. ThurstonTalk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Katie Burnett clinched her fifth USATF National Championship by winning the women's 35-kilometer Race Walk Championships, defeating esteemed competitors including Olympic athlete Miranda Melville. ThurstonTalk
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Southern Hemisphere Summer Celebration at WET Science Center
Celebrate summer from the southern hemisphere with activities like crafting parade masks and designing surfboards at the WET Science Center.
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The Aluminum Show: A Multi-Sensory Experience
This performance combines music, visual theater, and dance to tell the story of a man's journey to a futuristic planet made entirely of aluminum, featuring vibrant characters and humor suitable for all ages.
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Learning from Real Estate Mistakes: Insights and Networking
The event offers real estate investors an opportunity to share experiences, learn from mistakes, and network in a judgment-free environment.
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JIG: A Trinity Irish Dance Company Production
JIG is a unique production by the Trinity Irish Dance Company that fuses traditional Irish dance with innovative American styles, featuring live music and a celebration of rhythm and movement.
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Gregory Alan Isakov Live Performance
Horticulturist and musician Gregory Alan Isakov will perform songs from his acclaimed discography, including his latest album 'Appaloosa Bones.'
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Whose Live Anyway? - Improv Comedy Show
The Emmy-nominated cast of Whose Line Is It Anyway? presents a lively 90-minute improv comedy tour performance.
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The Gobs Live Performance
Experience a live performance by The Gobs at Le Voyeur in Olympia.
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Free Dental Screenings for Children
This event offers free dental screenings for children, along with an interactive experience where kids can learn about dental care.
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International Guitar Night Featuring Talented Guitarists
International Guitar Night features four exceptional guitarists showcasing diverse styles, including Latin Swing and Congolese rhythms, performing at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts.
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How To Train Your Dragon Valentine's Paint-and-Sip Night
This all-ages event involves painting beloved characters from How To Train Your Dragon while enjoying food and drinks in a guided atmosphere.
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~ Benjamin Franklin
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