Good morning, Olympia.

After 27 years in business, Smokin J’s at 3730 Pacific Ave SE will remain open until the end of April with a 50% off sale before closing as owner Jay Fratt shifts his focus to volunteer work and politics.

Fratt said the change comes as he faces a shifting market and a fading alternative culture that once defined his shop.

Jeffrey Zizz, a convicted child molester, is accused of murdering and kidnapping 82-year-old Marcia Norman—whose remains were found buried under a shed in Tenino.

On Saturday, April 19, Olympia hosted a screening of the documentary 'Fish War' at the Capitol Theater to honor the Boldt ruling and the fish wars, with the event organized by the Olympia Film Society in partnership with the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission and Salmon Defense — panelists from tribal and state agencies discussed how cooperative efforts are essential to protect salmon runs.

North Thurston High School won a state championship at the SkillsUSA State Competition from March 27 to 29—held at Clover Park Technical College—when Rudy Larson won first place in cabinetmaking, and his win means he will go to the national contest in June.

Olympia lawmakers are reviewing a bill to allow new special license plates and change the approval process in an effort to support driver education and electric vehicle charging programs while honoring the late Sen. Bill Ramos.

The proposal is set to be voted out of committee today — a key step before the session ends.

The Olympia Finance Committee approved debt financing for up to $20 million to fund the Yelm Highway Community Park—designed with sports fields, courts and trails—and the Armory Arts Center renovations, with repayment to begin in 2027 and a city council vote expected soon.

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.

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.

Unity and Diversity Festival

7 PM – 12 AM — Heritage Park, Olympia, WA — Free entry — Celebrate cultural diversity with lively entertainment and engaging booths for all backgrounds.

JBF Consignment Sale in Olympia

10 AM – 12 AM — Capital Mall — Check website for cost — Find deals on children's and maternity items at this popular consignment sale.

Super Sitters Certificate Course

9 AM – 2 PM — The Olympia Center — Registration required — Earn your Super Sitters Certificate while learning essential babysitting skills and leadership.

Prairie Appreciation Day

7 AM – 12 PM — Glacial Heritage Preserve — Free entry — Explore the prairie ecosystem through engaging activities and expert-led bird walks.

Solarize Thurston Workshop

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Olympia Timberland Library — Free entry — Discover solar energy options and get answers from local experts.

Caitlin Jemma Live

7-11 p.m. — Cryptatropa Bar — $10 cover — Experience heartfelt country music from a small-town girl with a big sound.

Ethan Tucker Live Performance

8 PM – 12 AM — Airport Tavern Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience soulful acoustic roots and bluesy vocals from Ethan Tucker.

Cameron Carpenter Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the artistry of the world's most visible organist, a trailblazer in the classical music scene.