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Wednesday, August 28th, 2024
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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Capital Mall hosts September events including a Dahlia Show, WCWB INSPIRE Pop-Up Market for woman-owned businesses, and free Zumba classes to support community and small businesses. ThurstonTalk
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Olympia Family Theater presents 'The House at Pooh Corner,' a joyous adaptation of A.A. Milne's work running from September 27 to October 13, offering an all-ages exploration of friendship and adventure. JOLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tumwater is poised to buy Lacey's water rights at Brewery Wellfield for $2.4 million to supply water to around 3,200 homes, with plans to share redevelopment costs with Olympia. JOLT
- ➤ Olympia reaches a $600,000 settlement with the family of Timothy Green, banning police from personalizing equipment after Green's fatal shooting. FOX13
- ➤ Olympia begins its 2025 budget process with a $12 million deficit, attributing it to declining sales tax revenue, rising personnel costs, and new expenses, and plans cuts alongside exploring revenue options. JOLT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Providence Swedish Mobile Health Clinic, which serves Olympia's marginalized communities, now operates out of a newly branded RV and has aided over 500 individuals since 2024, showcasing significant growth and impact since its inception in 2022. ThurstonTalk
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Christian Singles Fellowship Event in Olympia
Experience community and connection with local Christian singles through food, drinks, and friendship at Tumwater's Craft District.
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Lunch & Learn Event at Olympia Farmers Market
Experience local flavors and community engagement during this informative event at the vibrant Olympia Farmers Market.
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Microbe Appreciation Day and Educational Tour
Celebrate microorganisms through engaging hands-on activities, microscope explorations, and a guided tour of a wastewater treatment plant to discover their vital role in our ecosystem.
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Jonny Kosmo - Scherler Sundays
Experience an engaging R&B/Soul performance by Jonny Kosmo at Three Magnets Brewing Co. during the Scherler Sundays event.
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Gather TOGETHER! Community Nights at Briggs Taphouse
Experience a series of enriching events dedicated to supporting students and families in the Olympia community.
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Exploring the Wonders of the Estuary: Public Workshop Series
Discover the dynamic ecosystems of the Puget Sound and Greater Salish Sea through hands-on lessons and interactive tours at the Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge.
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Live Music with Jen Howard at Rhythms Coffee
Experience the soulful sounds of American singer/songwriter Jen Howard as she performs live, showcasing her multi-instrumental talents in a cozy coffee shop setting.
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Andrew Finn Magill Live Concert
Experience an enchanting evening of live music with Andrew Finn Magill at New Traditions Cafe in Olympia.
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Music For a Cause Festival
Experience an afternoon of live music featuring the Olson Brothers and Cordell Drake in a community-friendly, free festival at Huntamer Park.
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McKain Lakey Live Performance
Experience an evening of live music with McKain Lakey at Cryptatropa Bar in Olympia.
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