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A wolf looks through the fence of her enclosure at Wolf Haven International in Tenino on Friday, Feb. 7.
Wolf Haven’s annual Wolves & Wine gala returns
Wolf Haven International in Tenino will hold its annual fundraising gala from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, March 14. The sanctuary’s Wolves & Wine Gala brings together friends, family and wolf … more
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Thurston County Chamber President David Schaffert, middle, asks a question for the Thurston County’s mayors during a State of the Community forum at Saint Martin’s Norman Worthington Center on Wednesday, Jan. 14.
Thurston County leaders give updates on budgets, growth during State of the Community address
Shortly after Gov. Bob Ferguson gave his State of the State address to mark the start of the year and a new legislative session, Thurston County leaders gave a localized State of the Community … more
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Olympia Police Department staff pose for a photo in fronnt of the Oly on Ice rink during the Olympia Police Department’s Cocoa with a Cop event in Olympia on Tuesday, Jan. 13.
Olympia Police Department hosts ‘Cocoa with a Cop’ at Oly on Ice
The Olympia Police Department held a “Cocoa with a Cop” event at Oly on Ice in downtown Olympia on Tuesday, Jan. 13. Olympia residents were invited to join Olympia Police Department staff … more
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Timberland Regional Library welcomes 'Reading Rainbow' host and 3-year-old TikTok star
Timberland Regional Library (TRL) recently welcomed nationally recognized librarian and social media creator Mychal Threets to the Lacey Timberland Library for a special collaboration with the viral … more
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Chronicle reporter Jacob Moore, front center, swims to the shore during the annual polar plunge at Offut Lake Resort in Tenino on Thursday, Jan. 1.
Reporter’s Notebook: Plunging into the New Year at Offut Lake
At 9 a.m. on New Year's Day, a crowd swarmed around the normally sleepy Offut Lake Resort near Tenino. People bundled in sweatpants, jackets and scarves scurried into the Lady of the Lake Public … more
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Participants jump from the dock during the annual polar plunge at Offut Lake Resort in Tenino on Thursday, Jan. 1.
In Focus: Diving into 2026 at the Offut Lake Resort Polar Plunge
Scenes from the January 2025 polar plunge at the Offut Lake Resort.
Offut Lake Resort welcomes New Year's Day revelers for polar plunge
The Offut Lake Resort north of Tenino will once again hold its annual polar plunge event on New Year’s morning, Thursday, Jan. 1, at 10 a.m. Participants in the Offut Lake polar plunge event … more
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First day hikers look up at tree canopies along the Old Growth Loop trail at Lewis and Clark State Park located along Jackson Highway in Toledo on Jan. 1, 2022.
First Day Hikes offered at over 30 Washington state parks
Washington State Parks has announced its annual First Day Hikes events on Jan. 1, 2026.  More than 30 state parks across the state will host staff-led and self-guided hikes, snowshoe treks, … more
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Residents recycle Christmas trees at a drop box in this photo provided by Thurston County.
Christmas tree recycling for Thurston County residents
When the holidays wind down and the decorations get packed away, it’s time to figure out what to do with the Christmas tree. This season, free tree collection and drop-off opportunities are … more
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From the left, Jade and Lincoln Johnson, Santa, AJ Harvey, Luke and Josie Johnson, Thurston County Commissioner Wayne Fournier and his fianceé Davina Keaulee pose for a photo at Parkside Elementary School in Tenino on Thursday, Dec. 18.
In Focus: Commissioner Wayne Fournier, Santa and friends deliver toys to Tenino elementary students
In the first photo, from the left, Jade and Lincoln Johnson, Santa, AJ Harvey, Luke and Josie Johnson, Thurston County Commissioner Wayne Fournier and his fianceé, Davina Keaulee, pose for a photo … more
The Christmas Island display shines at the Maytown Assembly of God on Monday, Dec. 15.
In Focus: Christmas Island dazzles at Maytown Assembly of God
The Christmas Island display shines at the Maytown Assembly of God on Monday, Dec. 15, in these photos by photographer Ridley Hudson. The dazzling display of lights and decorations is open every … more
Wilcox Family Farms is continuing its holiday tradition of donating nearly one million eggs to food banks across the region, according to a news release from the company.
Wilcox Family Farms donates nearly 1 million eggs to regional food banks this holiday season
Wilcox Family Farms is continuing its holiday tradition of donating nearly one million eggs to food banks across the region, according to a news release from the company. Starting with a … more
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Providence St. Peter first in Washington state to be awarded ‘TeamBirth Recognized’ designation
In October 2023, Providence St. Peter and Providence Centralia were among the first hospitals in Washington state to implement a program called TeamBirth with support from the Washington State … more
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Bucoda Mayor Callie Carpenter speaks with open house attendees about the future capability of the Bucoda Gym as a mixed-use space on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Seeking assistance with renovations, Bucoda city officials give tour of historic gym to state lawmakers
A gym was constructed in 1939 at 403 N. Nenant St. in Bucoda. For years now, the historic building has been home to the Boo-Coda Spook-Tacular Haunted House during the South Thurston County … more
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The fully restored 1923 Great Northern Railway caboose now stands proudly in front of the Tenino Depot Museum. Photo by Owen Sexton.
Tenino Depot Museum to host Santa at Christmas event on Saturday
With Christmas approaching, Santa Claus is set to make another appearance in the area this Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Tenino Depot Museum to hear what the children in South Thurston County hope to get … more
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Local Daughters of the American Revolution chapter to conduct Wreaths Across America ceremony
The Sacajawea Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), in partnership with George Rogers Clark of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) and Masonic Memorial Park in Tumwater, … more
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Red Lantern Asian Fusion's second location sits in the heart of downtown Olympia.
Red Lantern Asian Fusion celebrates Olympia location with soft opening
One of Yelm’s most popular restaurants, Red Lantern Asian Fusion, celebrated a milestone accomplishment on Monday, Dec. 1, as the business hosted a soft opening at its second official location. … more
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Olympia Family Theater and String and Shadow Puppet Theater have partnered for a whimsical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Snow Queen,” running Dec. 4 to Dec. 28.
Olympia Family Theater and String and Shadow Puppet Theater present ‘The Snow Queen’
Olympia Family Theater and String and Shadow Puppet Theater have partnered for a whimsical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Snow Queen,” running Dec. 4 to Dec. 28. … more
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The Sylvester Park tree lights up the park in downtown Olympia after a tree lighting ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 30. The tree lighting ceremony took a several-year hiatus in Olympia but returned this year with a visit from Santa and carols sung by The Silver Bell Quartet.
In Focus: Tree lighting kicks off holiday season in Olympia
"Train Dreams," a critically acclaimed movie streaming on Netflix, was filmed in Northeast Washington.
‘Train Dreams’ showcases northeast Washington’s landscape and talent
Northeast Washington might be considered a rugged, quiet place, but it is making noise as the setting for the critically acclaimed “Train Dreams” movie currently streaming on Netflix. … more
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