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Friday, January 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Olympia announces a weekend packed with activities ranging from climate action sessions and heritage awards to unique musical performances and amphibian life history talks.  JOLT

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Spencer Olmsted and Kristi Martin, teachers from Olympia and Tumwater respectively, were honored with the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, the United States' highest award for K-12 STEM educators.  JOLT

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Olympia City Council unanimously approved updates to match state laws, revising permit processing timelines to enhance efficiency and public engagement.  JOLT
  • Thurston County has initiated a $5.5 million scaled-back renovation of Courthouse Hill to address immediate safety and functionality concerns, moving away from a previously planned $50 million renovation, while planning for a future courthouse that aligns with community needs and values.  ThurstonTalk

SPORTS NEWS

  • FC Olympia will conduct open soccer tryouts for both men and women on February 8-9, following recent appointments including a new technical director and team coaches.  JOLT
  • Alauna Carstens of The Evergreen State College qualified for nationals in the women's 3,000-meter run, highlighting her team's performance at the indoor track and field season opener.  JOLT

EVENTS

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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.'

    Sat, 1/25/25

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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.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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  • The Gobs Live Performance

    Experience a live performance by The Gobs at Le Voyeur in Olympia.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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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.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • Dawson Gool Live at Rhythms Coffee

    Dawson Gool will perform live at Rhythms Coffee in Olympia, offering an engaging musical experience for attendees.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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  • Single Mixer with Games and Snacks in Olympia

    This event invites singles in Olympia to socialize over drinks, snacks, and engaging games, fostering connections in a casual environment.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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