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Thursday, September 12th, 2024
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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Thurston County Chamber and Express Employment Professionals are calling for nominations to recognize outstanding bosses with the Boss of the Year award by October 9, 2024. ThurstonTalk
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters are fighting a fire on the TARKA II vessel, which is carrying 9,800 gallons of fuel and is adrift near Tatoosh Island, Olympic Coast. FOX13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Olympia Sea Level Rise Collaborative Executive Committee greenlighted a $360,000 plan to tackle sea level rise, prioritizing six initiatives including monitoring, capital planning, financing, and public outreach. JOLT
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Ben Folds: Paper Airplane Request Tour
Experience an intimate evening of music and storytelling with Ben Folds as he performs a unique setlist and engages the audience with paper airplane song requests.
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Electric Sweats Live Show
Experience a thrilling live performance featuring Electric Sweats alongside three other talented bands at Wild Man Brewing Gastropub.
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