Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
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🎭 Culture
The Procession of Species Celebration drew thousands to downtown Olympia on April 26—part of the Spring Arts Walk with dancing animals and live music.
The parade began at 4:30 p.m. at the corner of Jefferson Street NE and Legion Way SE and moved toward Heritage Fountain.
🎓 Education
The Olympia School District Board declared May 5-9 as Teacher Appreciation Week during an April 24 meeting, reading a proclamation that praised teachers for helping students learn.
Board members and student representatives applauded the educators and urged the community to take part in the observance.
Miss Priss Lash and Brow Academy offers courses for licensed estheticians who want to start or expand their lash and brow business.
The program covers business setup, technical skills, and real-time mentorship — giving professionals practical training and guidance to grow their practice.
🏛️ Government
After 105 days in session in Olympia, lawmakers adjourned on Sunday after passing a $77.9 billion operating budget and a bill capping annual rent increases to the lesser of 10% or 7% plus inflation—moves that combine spending cuts with new revenue streams.
Gov. Bob Ferguson said he will review the new legislation in the coming weeks.
Olympia unveiled a blueprint to guide urban development along key corridors for the next 20 years.
A senior planner said the plan will create walkable, transit-friendly streets and the Public Works department has secured a federal grant to redesign Martin Way from 2028 to 2030—efforts that aim to reduce vehicle miles and boost mixed-use growth.
📰 Lifestyle
Brewery City Pizza, a family pizzeria beloved since 1982, reopened after renovations with updated interiors, new menu items, and lower prices for lunch and dinner specials—inviting locals to make new memories.
Brothers Dan and Jonathan Tweten bought the restaurant in 2021 to preserve its heritage and now work with local breweries while planning Pizza with Purpose fundraisers early next year.
🏈 Sports
On April 26, Capital High School boys baseball hosted cross-town rival Olympia at Waits Field and lost 5-4 after Olympia came back from a 0-4 deficit by scoring five runs in the sixth and seventh innings.
A key collision in the fifth sparked a rally on the field—helping Olympia build momentum for their upcoming tournaments.
🎉 Olympia Events
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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.
Jen Howard Live Performance
7 PM - 1 AM — Rhythms Coffee — Check online for ticket prices — Experience the soulful sounds of multi-instrumentalist Jen Howard in a cozy coffee venue.
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