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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Republic Services sanitation workers in Thurston County walked off the job on Wednesday after planning the action—officials have not said if service schedules will be affected. FOX13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Evergreen Valley Lavender Farm in Olympia will host its final Lavender Fest on July 12 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) as longtime owners Thane and Peggy Bryenton face health challenges after 13 years of seasonal events. The farm will hold a closing weekend (July 18 and 19) and the Bryentons said they might reopen or transfer operations if their health improves. ThurstonTalk
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thurston County commissioners approved a temporary ban on yard waste burning and all land clearing burns in unincorporated areas due to hot, dry conditions & the ban began July 9 and will run until Tuesday, September 30. Recreational campfires remain allowed on private residences and official campgrounds if built within an approved fire ring & devices like gas, pellet, and propane grills continue to be permitted. ThurstonTalk
- ➤ On July 8, interagency fire crews used heavy helicopters and ground teams to contain the human-caused Bear Gulch Fire—burning 3,328 acres near Lake Cushman with water drops limiting eastern spread to five acres. Crews closed key recreation sites including the Staircase Area and campgrounds to protect egress—no evacuations have been issued. ThurstonTalk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On July 9, the Olympia City Council approved a resolution for an interlocal agreement to transfer judicial services to Thurston County District Court, which will dissolve the Olympia Municipal Court by early 2026. The plan shifts case processing, supervised probation and therapeutic court programs — with the county providing annual performance reports and oversight. JOLT
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Saint Martin’s University hosted the 2025 GNAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships in March and has competed in regional events ever since joining the conference in 2001. The school runs 15 teams with nearly 250 student-athletes, and its softball team is ranked second in the regular season while advancing to the first round of the NCAA DII championships—showing its competitive edge. ThurstonTalk
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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.
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Capital Lakefair
Ongoing — Capital Lakefair — Free entry — Explore carnival rides, food booths, crafts, and enjoy live entertainment at this vibrant family-friendly festival.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Beatles vs Stones - A Musical Showdown
7:30-9 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ultimate musical clash between two legendary bands in a lively performance.
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17th Annual Olympia Pub Crawl
3-8 p.m. — Nicole's Bar — $25 until August 1st, $30 day of event — A fun walking tour of local pubs supporting childhood cancer research and family support.
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Dream Create: A Half-Day Workshop
10 AM – 2 PM — Kenneydell Park — Workshop fee applies — Engage in creating a dream art journal amidst nature in Olympia, WA.
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