Tuesday, November 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Olympia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Olympia Garden Club marks its 100th anniversary, continuing its founding mission of promoting gardening, civic beauty, and conservation. ThurstonTalk
- ➤ The article encourages supporting local authors and bookstores, detailing the community-building literary events like StoryOly and the Olympia Poetry Network in Thurston County. JOLT
- ➤ Senior Services for South Sound is hosting Thanksgiving meals for seniors at various locations on November 19-21, celebrating community and acknowledging the complex history of the holiday. JOLT
- ➤ The Olympia Design Review Board has unanimously approved the detailed designs for The Cottage Apartments, a 58-unit project, after revisions improved neighborhood integration, tree protection, and open space concerns. JOLT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A high-speed chase on I-5 in Thurston County resulted in the arrest of Jarvis E. Jones, who claimed to have ingested 1.5 grams of fentanyl and admitted to recent thefts. FOX13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Olympia Arts Commission has approved Andrea Wilbur-Sigo's design for a 12-foot sculpture at Isthmus Park to symbolize local estuary conservation and salmon restoration efforts. JOLT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Wind Advisory is in effect for Tuesday, November 19, due to a 'bomb' cyclone expected to bring 20-30 mph winds with gusts up to 50 mph, potentially causing extensive power failures in northwest and west central Washington. JOLT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thurston County has appointed Summer Miller as Budget and Fiscal Manager, Ashley Arai as Director of Community Planning and Economic Development, and Dr. Jennifer Freiheit as Director of Public Health and Social Services, highlighting the county's focus on diverse leadership and expertise. ThurstonTalk
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The South Puget Sound Community College volleyball team qualifies for the NWAC Volleyball Championship Tournament for the second consecutive year with a 6-6 record. JOLT
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Seattle International Comedy Competition Semi-Finals
Experience the laughter as up to 10 comedians compete in the semi-finals of the Seattle International Comedy Competition at the Washington Center.
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Ethan Tucker Live at The Pig Bar
Experience an exciting live performance by Ethan Tucker at The Pig Bar in Olympia.
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Winter Preparation for Wildlife
Learn how local wildlife prepares for winter through food storage, fat accumulation, and den construction at the WET Science Center.
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Oly Turkey Day 4 Miler
Experience a community-centered 4-mile run in celebration of Thanksgiving at Heritage Park in Olympia.
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Studio West Dance Theatre's Enchanting The Nutcracker
Experience the magic of a dazzling production of The Nutcracker, featuring professional sets and talented performers, perfect for families during the holiday season.
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Take It To The Limit: Eagles Tribute Show
This event features 'Take It To The Limit', a tribute to the Eagles, performing live for the first time in Olympia, WA.
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Ballet Northwest's The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker by Ballet Northwest is a festive holiday production featuring local dancers, professional sets, and a magical journey through classic scenes from the ballet.
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Last Giant Concert
Catch Last Giant performing live at the Capitol Theater in Olympia.
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Loudon Wainwright III Live at Capitol Theater
Loudon Wainwright III will perform live at the Capitol Theater in Olympia, showcasing his unique music style.
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