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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 6, a 20-year-old woman was arrested by Olympia police after she punched another woman in a parking lot on Franklin Street NE, leaving her with a broken wrist and possible broken nose. The suspect, Jarah Brenda Humphrey, is scheduled for arraignment on July 22 in Thurston County Superior Court—she has denied the charges. JOLT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Port of Olympia plans to create a huge mural on the marine terminal warehouse that has not been repainted since 1985. Port Director Mike Reid said—the project, in partnership with the Olympia Art Space Alliance and led by local artist Joe Seymour, will begin in August with two murals planned this year and three next year. JOLT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parent-run nonprofit organization OSD4All hosted a forum at the Capitol Theater on July 12 to introduce candidates vying for Olympia School District Board seats. Three candidates are running in each district and the top two from the Aug. 5 primary will advance to the Nov. 4 general election—setting the stage to shape local education leadership. JOLT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews are battling the Bear Gulch Fire burning in the Olympic National Forest 10 miles northwest of Hoodsport—covering 445 acres with 18% containment as heavy equipment clears brush along FS-2419 and the Mt. Ellinor trail. NF Road 2400 remains closed at mile marker 10.5 to ensure public safety while a helicopter makes water drops and residents near the fire may see intermittent smoke with warmer weather expected. ThurstonTalk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Olympia City Council will receive a briefing from Assistant City Manager Stacey Ray on a resident-driven Workers' Bill of Rights initiative petition led by United Food and Commercial Workers Local 367—this plan proposes new labor standards including a $20 minimum wage for large employers and safety measures for workplaces. If verified signatures meet the threshold, the council must file a ballot title by Aug. 5 to advance the measure toward a November public vote. JOLT
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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
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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