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First Black transgender candidate elected to Washington state legislature

Washington · 14h

thurstontalk.com

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Top Local News – Thurston County – November 8, 2026

Your daily roundup of local news from Thurston County, Washington — covering Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Yelm, Tenino, and Rochester. 1. Olympia Farmers Market vendors raise concerns about operating environment. 📍 Olympia. In Olympia, a third vendor at the downtown Olympia Farmers Market publicly raised concerns about the market’s...

Thurston County, WA · 19h

The Chronicle

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Two projects on Interstate 5 in Thurston County now complete

Two projects to improve the driving surface of Interstate 5 in Thurston County are complete, a news release from the Washington state Department of Transportation (WSDOT) announced this week.

Thurston County, WA · 2d

Washington State Standard

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Air taxi to Legislature: Spokane-Olympia direct flights to launch in 2027

Traveling from eastern Washington to Olympia for the state’s Legislative session just got easier. SeaPort Airlines announced a new air service between Spokane and the state capital on Thursday. Flights start Jan. 8, the Friday before session begins, and are available on Friday and Sunday afternoons. “Whether you’re a legislator, business owner, advocate or citizen […]

Spokane, WA · 3d

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Plan for new Costco in Thurston County includes new roundabouts, 2.5-acre forest

The Tumwater City Council unanimously approved a 10-year development agreement with Costco Wholesale Corporation for a new store on the southwest corner of Tumwater Boulevard and Interstate 5 during its Nov. 2 meeting. The plan includes the construction of new roundabouts, redesigning exits to the interstate and the extension of...

Tumwater, WA · 5d

KIRO 7 Seattle

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Tumwater to launch four-day work week in 2027

A new four-day workweek pilot begins in January for Tumwater non-union staff, offering flexibility for wage sacrifices.

Tumwater, WA · 3d

Yahoo!

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Jaelynn Scott makes history as first openly transgender person elected to Washington Legislature

Seattle and Renton voters have elected Jaelynn Scott to represent the 37th Legislative District in Olympia, making her both the first openly transgender person elected to the Washington state Legislature and the first to be elected to a state legislature in the United States. Scott was leading with 87.44% of...

Renton, WA · 14h

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The Warm Raspberry Jam Scones Washington Families Swear Fair Season Isn’t Complete Without

Warm scones split down the middle and filled with butter and raspberry jam are a fair snack so beloved that, for plenty of fairgoers, the day feels unfinished without one. I believe that’s a big job for one small pastry. Then again, few treats in Washington carry this much...

Puyallup, WA · 1d

The Chronicle

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Thurston County Realtors Association helps lead opposition to Home Energy Score program

The Thurston County Realtors Association is doubling down on its opposition to a countywide mandated regional Home Energy Score (HES) program, with its associated political action committee

Thurston County, WA · 2d

Washington State Standard

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Washington schools prepare to sue the state for failing to fund public education

Three large Washington school districts are preparing to sue the state, alleging it is once again failing to fully fund basic education. School boards for the Lake Washington, Tacoma and Yakima districts contend the state’s failure to meet its constitutional obligations is forcing them to rely on local levy dollars to pay day-to-day expenses, echoing […]

Yakima, WA · 5h

Tacoma News Tribune

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Elementary school evacuated in Pierce County after students find ‘unusual odor'

Staff and students evacuated an elementary school in Spanaway today because of an unusual odor. According to a post from Central Pierce Fire & Rescue, crews went to Naches Trail Elementary School in the 15000 block of Waller Road East at about 7:58 a.m. The school day had not started, but several students who had arrived early noticed the odor and then said they felt ill. Paramedics evaluated the students, then released them to their parents, the post said. Crews also monitored the air throughout the building and said people could re-enter the school safely. While investigating, crews found an illegal outdoor burn in the area, which might have caused the odor, the post said. Crews found the burn and extinguished it. “Bethel School District officials communicated with affected staff and families throughout the incident,” the post said. “Once the building was determined to be safe, students and staff were able to return to school.” CPFR is taking the opportunity to remind residents about the impacts of outdoor burning. “Burning garbage, plastics, treated wood, and other prohibited materials is illegal and releases harmful pollutants into the air. In some areas of our fire district, burning yard waste is prohibited year-round,”

Pierce County, WA · 3d

FoodWorldNews

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Bird Flu Reaches Western Washington Commercial Egg Farm for First Time as Pierce County Workers Are Monitored

Public health workers in Tacoma and Pierce County are checking on employees of a commercial egg farm where bird flu was confirmed last week, the first time the virus has reached a commercial poultry flock in Western Washington since the current outbreak began in 2022. No human cases have been identified at the farm, and health officials describe the monitoring as a standard precaution.

Pierce County, WA · 3h

The Chronicle

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No major local general election changes as ballots continue to be counted

In the days since preliminary election results have been released around the state, more votes have been counted, but the elections that impact Lewis County have remained more or less the same, with

Lewis County, WA · 2d

The Chronicle

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Chehalis escapes regional budget challenges in 2027

Unlike neighboring local governments, many of which are facing structural deficits as they seek to balance their budgets, Chehalis appears to be in a good spot headed into 2027. Expected

Chehalis, WA · 2d

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Western Washington farmers brace for impacts after bird flu detected in Pierce County

WESTERN WASHINGTON — Farmers across western Washington are bracing for potential impacts after bird flu was detected at a commercial poultry facility in Pierce County. The Washington State Department of Agriculture and Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department announced the detection on Thursday without naming the poultry facility. No human cases...

Pierce County, WA · 1d

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Washington Homeowner Recovery Fund Issues First Payments to Scammed Homeowners

TUKWILA — Homeowners in Tacoma and Spokane are among the first to receive payments from a new state fund designed to help people recover money lost to unscrupulous contractors. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries formally launched the Homeowner Recovery Fund on July 1. Created by legislation...

Washington · 3d

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Tumwater Middle School Earns 2026 ‘Washington Schools on the Rise’ Award

The Tumwater Middle School has been selected for a 2026 “Washington Schools on the Rise” Award. The announcement was made on behalf of the Association of Washington Student Leaders (AWSL) and the Association of Washington School Principals (AWSP) at a special all-school assembly held on Friday, October 30, 2026. Only 15 schools out of more than 2,500 across Washington State received this distinction in 2026.

Tumwater, WA · 7h

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With Nearly Two-Thirds of Tacoma Homes Built Before 1980, Local Plumbing Company Warns of Seasonal Plumbing Risks

Pierce County Plumbing technician performing underground sewer line installation at a home in Tacoma, WA. Pierce County Plumbing offers free home inspections and hose bib covers to help homeowners protect aging plumbing systems ahead of winter. TACOMA , WA, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- With nearly two-thirds of...

Tacoma, WA · 3d

The Chronicle

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Meeting roundup: Toledo City Council selects new mayor pro tem, tables state Route 505 water main loan acceptance

Members of the Toledo City Council appointed Councilor Dan Anderson as the city's new mayor pro tem during their first regular meeting of the month on Monday, Nov. 2. Councilor Rebecca Duerst ...

Toledo, WA · 2d

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Seattle doesn’t know how many RVs line its streets—but Katie Wilson insists nurses, veterans and tourists are inside

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson admits her administration does not know precisely how many RVs occupy city streets. Yet her new executive order offers a list of people who might be inside: traveling nurses, veterans seeking medical care, tourists, and Seattle homeowners using RVs as offices. What it doesn’t provide is...

Seattle, WA · 4d