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Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Olympia Chess Club has changed its venue to Olympia Unitarian Universalist Congregation on Wednesdays, maintaining its welcoming environment for chess enthusiasts of all ages.  JOLT

CRIME NEWS

  • The Thurston County Sheriff's Office is revisiting the unsolved murder of Karen Bodine, seeking new leads 18 years after her body was found in Rochester, Washington.  FOX13

CULTURE NEWS

  • The acclaimed Broadway musical 'Dear Evan Hansen' will be performed at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts on February 5 and 6, offering a nuanced exploration of adolescence in the digital age.  ThurstonTalk

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Olympia-Tumwater, WA, ranked eighth in the Milken Institute’s 2025 Best-Performing Cities Index, evidencing its growth as a leading economic hub, particularly in the high-tech sector.  JOLT

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Olympia School District Board of Directors has designated Feb. 3-7 as Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action, promoting discussions on race and privilege based on the initiative's 13 Guiding Principles.  JOLT

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Squaxin Island Tribe and LOTT Clean Water Alliance signed an Accord to enhance collaboration on water quality and environmental conservation.  ThurstonTalk

SPORTS NEWS

  • The South Puget Sound Community College men’s basketball team launched their 2024-25 conference season with five consecutive victories, including a significant win against their rival, Lower Columbia College.  JOLT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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