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Tuesday, February 4th, 2025
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Olympia Site Plan Review Committee reviewed a proposal for a new, pole barn-style auto repair shop on Lilly Road NE, addressing parking, land use requirements, and potential impacts on local traffic. JOLT
- ➤ North Thurston High School hosted Unified Basketball League games, highlighting the impact of sports on fostering partnerships and inclusion among high school students. ThurstonTalk
- ➤ Thurston County issued a 'Hazardous Weather' advisory to expand shelter efforts for the unsheltered due to extreme cold temperatures from February 1 to 7, 2025, with outreach and emergency shelters providing additional resources. ThurstonTalk
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Advanced Drainage Systems Inc. is permanently laying off 54 workers and closing its Olympia plant, affecting the local economy and employees. JOLT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Port of Olympia Commission authorized a $6.25 million grant agreement with the Washington Department of Ecology to fund the cleanup of Budd Inlet, matched by the Port's own funds and additional grants. JOLT
- ➤ Thurston County invites applications for public-private partnerships to provide book donation bins in an effort to reduce landfill waste. ThurstonTalk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington lawmakers are evaluating a bill aiming to increase bail for suspects attempting to evade police capture. FOX13
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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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Dawson Gool Live at Rhythms Coffee
Dawson Gool will perform live at Rhythms Coffee in Olympia, offering an engaging musical experience for attendees.
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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.
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Dreamers Circus Concert in Olympia
Danish trio Dreamers' Circus returns to the Puget Sound for an evening of innovative Nordic folk music at the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts.
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Forest Family Paint-n-Sip Experience at Wild Child
This family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to enjoy a creative evening of painting accompanied by delicious drinks in a scenic forest setting.
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