Good morning, Olympia.

Olympia is seeking a qualified consultant to study the impact and feasibility of proposed labor and wage policies for a potential Workers' Bill of Rights—this study will review local economic data and small business feedback.

Submissions are due by July 18 at 5 p.m. and the six-month study aims to provide evidence-based policy options.

The City of Olympia will host a public meeting via Zoom from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on July 2 to present updates to the Land Use and Urban Design chapter of the Olympia 2045 Comprehensive Plan—residents can ask questions and share comments.

The Olympia City Council is exploring new revenue options and possible service cuts to address a $4 million shortfall in the 2026 budget after using reserves to balance the 2025 budget (the council is considering measures like tax adjustments, reallocation of capital funds, and changes to retirement contributions). Members stressed the need to keep public safety services intact as they plan for funding shifts and alternative strategies.

Judy Cook uses Penrose & Associates Physical Therapy in Lacey to manage her osteoporosis through Pilates, dry needling, personal training and physical therapy sessions that build her strength and ease her pain for travel.

The clinic offers a multi-pronged approach with small group Pilates classes designed for patients with osteoporosis.

River Scheuerell from The Evergreen State College has been named Academic All-District on the NAIA Men’s Track& Field/Cross Country Team for the 2024-25 academic year—he met the 3.5 GPA requirement, earned All-Conference honors, and set an Evergreen record in the 5,000-meter race walk. He attended Olympia Regional Learning Academy—reinforcing his strong local ties in sport and academics.

Olympia Dragon Boat Festival

8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Olympia Wooden Boat Festival — Free entry — Experience thrilling dragon boat races alongside cultural performances and local vendors.

Capital Lakefair

Ongoing — Capital Lakefair — Free entry — Explore carnival rides, food booths, crafts, and enjoy live entertainment at this vibrant family-friendly festival.

Switchback 360 at Capital Lakefair

8:30 p.m. — Capital Lakefair — Free entry — Experience live music from Switchback 360 under the stars after the parade.

Kaitie Wade Concert at Urraco Coffee Co

6-12 p.m. — Urraco Coffee Co — Entry TBA — Enjoy a night of pop-country tunes from Seattle's own Kaitie Wade as she showcases her artistry.

The Rookery Apartments Open House

Explore Tumwater's premier Net Zero luxury apartment community and be among the first to reserve one of the six available units at The Rookery. The address is 6504 Capitol Blvd SE, Tumwater, WA. Just follow the signs to find the entrance off Z Street!