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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The FBI released video of a suspect in the Tesla charging station arson in Lacey on April 11 at 3:58 p.m. (he is a white man in a dark jacket and gray pants who walked with a limp and may have suffered burns) and local authorities urged residents near South Sound Center to review their security footage. FOX13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Energize Thurston is offering free workshops to help residents cut energy bills by using energy-saving heat pump technology and water heaters that are more efficient. Residents can join one workshop on April 22 in Lacey, May 6 in Tenino, or May 27 in Olympia—attend a session to qualify for up to $5,000 off and for free installations for low- and moderate-income households before applications close on May 31. JOLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Olympia City Council proclaimed April as Fair Housing Month to highlight the need to address housing discrimination—Council member Clark Gilman read the proclamation on April 8. The measure commemorates the Fair Housing Act of April 11 and underscores local efforts to promote equal housing opportunities. JOLT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Providence Regional Cancer System will hold its 11th Cancer Survivor Celebration on Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Saint Martin’s University Worthington Conference Center—keynote speaker Sarah McDonald and panels on topics like nutrition and emotional adjustment will offer support for survivors, caregivers and families. ThurstonTalk
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Step Afrika! Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant blend of African dance styles and storytelling that will leave your heart pounding.
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IPC Trekkers at Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually Wildlife Refuge
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge — Free entry — Explore diverse habitats at a stunning wildlife refuge in Olympia.
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Thurston County Master Gardener Foundation 2025 Plant Sale
4-8 p.m. — Nursery at 530 Alta St SW — Free entry — Explore a variety of beautiful plants cultivated by local Master Gardeners.
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Comedy Underground Featuring Rodger Lizaola
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — $36 Reserved Table, $28 General Admission — Enjoy a night of laughs with a talented comedian known for his high-profile achievements in comedy.
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Encanto Sing Along Experience
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — $12 Adult, $10 Youth — Sing along to your favorite Encanto songs while enjoying the movie on the big screen.
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