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Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Olympia is developing a Wayfinding Master Plan to improve navigation with enhanced signage and seeks community feedback through a survey. JOLT
- ➤ Capital Christian Center's Solid Rock Ranch offers a summer program in Thurston County where children can unplug from electronics and engage in activities to rejuvenate and grow their faith. ThurstonTalk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Khanh Pham, a student at South Puget Sound Community College, has been named a semifinalist for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Transformative Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, aiming to help outstanding community college students transfer to four-year institutions debt-free. JOLT
- ➤ The Saint Martin’s University Gala, marking its 20th anniversary on November 1, 2025, with Celebrity Chef Rick Bayless, has raised over $21 million for student scholarships. ThurstonTalk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington State Senate Republicans propose a budget that aims to address the budget deficit without introducing new taxes, instead suggesting savings and reallocating existing funds. FOX13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The North Thurston High School girls basketball team secured third place at the 2025 Hardwood Classic, marking their first state tournament trophy win with a season record of 29-2. ThurstonTalk
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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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Knife Throwing 101
Dabble.co is launching in Olympia for anyone looking to promote their local class or workshop. Come learn knife throwing with a local expert!
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Electric Sweats Concert
9 PM – 1 AM — Mc Coy's Tavern — Cost TBA — Experience the energetic blend of down-tuned metal and punk rock from Olympia's own Electric Sweats.
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