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Tuesday, July 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • On Friday, July 11, the Thurston Regional Planning Council unanimously approved the 2050 Regional Transportation Plan without the Log Cabin Road connection and directed a review of alternatives for LBA Park connectivity—Olympia Council member Dani Madrone said the study will examine options like a multi-use path through the park. The decision is expected to free up about $10 million for other transportation priorities while shifting traffic to nearby roads like Yelm Highway.  JOLT

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Olympia Dragon Boat festival will be held at Olympia Port Plaza on July 19 to feature its second annual dragon boat racing event. Teams from local and regional clubs will compete in several finals — recorded times and finishes are set to show a strong competitive spirit.  JOLT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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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.

    Wed, 7/23/25

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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!

    Sat, 7/26/25

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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.

    Thu, 7/31/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/2/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • Scherler Sundays: Free Concert Series

    3-7 p.m. — Carnegie Library — Free entry — Enjoy a fantastic lineup of over 30 independent bands in a family-friendly, outdoor setting.

    Sun, 8/10/25

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  • Fish, Forage, Fire!

    9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Squaxin Park — Cost not specified — Dive into fishing, archery, and foraging skills at this outdoor camp.

    Mon, 8/11/25

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  • Billy Nation - A Tribute to Billy Joel

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — Washington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the hits of Billy Joel with a high-energy tribute concert that gets the audience singing along.

    Thu, 8/14/25

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