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Friday, February 28th, 2025
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ OlyFed's February Two Cent Campaign benefits TOGETHER!, highlighting the importance of community support and collaboration in making a difference. ThurstonTalk
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders defends the necessity and safety of police pursuits in response to concerns and criticisms, highlighting a recent operation that apprehended armed suspects. FOX13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Thurston County welcomes March with a slate of events for all ages, including the Native Plant Festival and Sale, Dutch oven cooking demonstrations, wildlife tracking at WET Science Center, the Banff Film Festival, a 21st century pop art exhibition, and the SOGO Winter Concert. JOLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Port of Olympia Commission approved a three-year renewal, worth up to $990,000, of its IT service contract with Firefly Technologies, despite previous service concerns. JOLT
- ➤ The Olympia City Council discontinued a policy allowing nonprofits free access to police body camera footage to prevent potential misuse and conserve city resources. JOLT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Gurmit Singh joins Olympia Orthopaedic Associates as a spine surgeon specializing in minimally invasive techniques, aiming to improve the quality of life for patients in Southwest Washington. ThurstonTalk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Evergreen State College athletes Alauna Carstens and Izabelle Trefts are set to compete in the 2025 NAIA Indoor Track and Field Championships, with Carstens running the 3,000-meter and Trefts participating in the 3,000-meter race walk. ThurstonTalk
- ➤ The Olympia Artesians revealed their 2025 USL soccer schedules for both men and women, featuring new clubs, venues, and coaching staff amid the league's biggest expansion in the Northwest Division. ThurstonTalk
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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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Gabriel Rutledge Returns to Olympia for a Comedy Night
Gabriel Rutledge, a celebrated local comedian with numerous accolades, is set to perform an evening of humor in his hometown after a year of touring.
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Joel Gibson Jr. Live Performance
Enjoy a diverse performance by Joel Gibson Jr., featuring original songs and a lively band at Nicole's Bar.
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Watershed Connections: Understanding Our Environmental Impact
This event offers interactive activities and crafts designed to explore the interconnectedness of watersheds and the impact of human actions on local ecosystems.
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Open Doors: A Celebration of Young Classical Talent
The Olympia Symphony presents a concert featuring young artist Lin Tokura, featuring works by Molly Turner, Mendelssohn, Brahms, and Steve Reich, with a post-performance Q&A session.
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Koffin Kats Live at Cryptatropa Bar
Koffin Kats will perform live at Cryptatropa Bar in Olympia, featuring their unique music style and energetic performance.
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Comedy Underground Featuring Bo Johnson
Comedy Underground returns for a night of laughter with Seattle's Bo Johnson, a finalist in the Seattle International Comedy Competition.
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Black Box Jazz: Maria Wulf Group Performance
Renowned drummer and educator Maria Wulf brings her jazz group to the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, showcasing her original compositions and contributions to the Pacific Northwest jazz scene.
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Olympia Youth Chorus Concert
The Olympia Youth Chorus will perform traditional and contemporary choral music, featuring guest artists from the Haley Prendergast School of Irish Dance and the Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia.
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