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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 30-year-old woman was arrested after she allegedly shoplifted $875.48 of merchandise from Macy’s at Capital Mall on August 17—store staff said she briefly resisted capture and gave a false name that led to theft and identity charges. JOLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Homeless Services Advisory Board recommended $51,562.69 in emergency funds to repair the fire-damaged unit at Sandy’s Flats after a resident's fire in July left one unit uninhabitable. The funding will be reviewed today at the Thurston County Regional Housing Council meeting—if approved, the money will come from the annual emergency set-aside. JOLT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Olympia residents have many choices for gluten-free desserts from local bakeries and restaurants such as Park Side Café, Humble Cow Ice Cream, Olympia Baking Company, Blue Heron Bakery, The Leaning Maple, and The Owl’s Nest—menus change seasonally and customers should check online for current options and cross-contamination details. ThurstonTalk
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Wall-E Paint-n-Sip Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Insert Coin Olympia — All materials included — Create art inspired by beloved robots Wall-E and Eve while enjoying your favorite drinks.
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Coyote Island Live Performance
7:30-11 p.m. — Wild Child — $17.06 — Experience the electric sound of Coyote Island blending folk and psychedelic indie vibes.
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End of Summer Dance Party at Nicole's Bar
8 PM - 12 AM — Nicole's Bar — Check for entry fees — Switchback 360 returns for a lively evening of dancing in Olympia's favorite bar.
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ABBA Tribute with ABRA Cadabra
7:30-9 p.m. — Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Dance and sing to ABBA's greatest hits performed live by a renowned tribute band.
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