Open in NewsBreak

Tokeland

See all locations
Customize your news
54°F
publisher avatar

Municipal

KING 5

publisher · 173.2K followers

Ocean Shores declares emergency due to erosion

Ocean Shores, WA · 1d

gograysharbor.com

website

More Pacific County Ballots Being Counted

Thousands of Pacific County ballots are going through the counting machine a second time. Thousands of Pacific County ballots are going through the counting machine a second time. The Chinook Observer reports the county's ballot tabulator failed late last month, and the vendor got counting going again on a server setup the state had never tested. That setup passed an emergency test last Thursday, and starting Monday, more than 9,900 ballots counted before then are being rescanned. That includes the close auditor's race, where challenger Dotsi Graves leads appointed Auditor Nicole Deskins 51.1 percent to 48.4 percent.

Pacific County, WA · 1d
article img

familydestinationsguide.com

website

You’d Never Guess One Of Your Favorite Movies Was Filmed In This Quiet Oregon Town

Somewhere on Oregon’s northern coast, a small town has been quietly holding one of cinema’s best-kept secrets for decades. Astoria, Oregon is that town, and once you visit, you’ll understand why Hollywood couldn’t resist it. Let’s start with the obvious question: have you ever watched The...

Astoria, OR · 3d
article img

fox13seattle.com

website

WA storms force Ocean Shores emergency declaration, threaten urban flooding

SEATTLE - Storms are threatening infrastructure in one of Washington's coastal communities due to high tides and wind-driven waves. Significant erosion and threats to property in Ocean Shores. Residents say the surf took everyone by surprise as winds picked up in Grays Harbor County. In Ocean Shores, resident Susan Conniry...

Ocean Shores, WA · 21h
article img

gograysharbor.com

website

Pacific County Voters Gives Garcia 2nd Term

Pacific County voters have given their sheriff a second term. The Chinook Observer says Sheriff Daniel Garcia leads independent Rich Byrd by 883 votes, about 53.6 percent to 46.2 percent. The race to watch now is county auditor, where Dotsi Graves has 51.1 percent to Nicole Deskins' 48.4 percent. Nearly 68 percent of Pacific County voters turned in ballots.

Pacific County, WA · 2d

nildealnow.com

website

Coastal Flooding Hits Westport Washington Before High Tide as Surf Pushes Seawater into Streets near the Marina Sunday Morning on Grays Harbor

WASHINGTON — Coastal flooding began in Westport, Washington, on Sunday morning, more than half an hour before high tide. A live camera feed from the city at 10:56 a.m. showed seawater spreading across streets near the marina as surf size continued to increase. High tide was expected around 11:30 a.m., raising concerns that water levels could climb even higher.

Westport, WA · 3d

westlinntidings.com

website

Editorial: Astoria rejected a housing tax. Now build solutions.

Feelings about Astoria’s housing predicament were laid bare by the campaign for Measure 4-247 and the reaction against it. Measure proponents approached the issue with admirable conviction. Despite Oregonians’ deep aversion to new taxes, nearly four out of 10 Astoria voters supported a levy on owners of homes occupied less than half the year, with exceptions for certain circumstances. That says something about how urgently many residents want action.

Astoria, OR · 18h

familydestinationsguide.com

website

This No-Frills Neighborhood Diner Serves The Best All-Day Breakfast In Washington

Some places don’t need a fancy sign or a velvet rope to tell you they’re worth your time, and the Martin Way Diner in Olympia, Washington is exactly that kind of place. The parking lot is always busy, the coffee is always hot, and nobody’s going to judge you for ordering breakfast at two in the afternoon.

Olympia, WA · 2d

The Olympian

partner publisher · 20.3K followers

Teriyaki spot scores 100 red points. Here are Thurston Co. food scores for Nov. 10

Comments are taken directly from the latest Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) inspection reports, which are available for each food establishment, at the Thurston County Environmental Health Office and their website. For questions concerning these reports, contact the health office at 360-867-2667. Report restaurant, grocery store, deli or bakery complaints online via the complaint form here: https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/phss/Pages/eh-problem.aspx . Reading inspection scores: Red violations are those most likely to cause food-borne illness and must be corrected immediately if feasible or according to a compliance schedule established by the health officer. Example: not keeping food at the right temperature. Blue violations relate to the overall cleanliness and condition of operation and must be corrected according to a compliance schedule established by the health officer. Example: a worn floor that needs replacing. If red points exceed 45, the county will require a reinspection within 10 business days. A reinspection also is required if total red and blue points exceed 65. If red points exceed 100 and there’s a lack of managerial control, the county may shut down the establishment. The establishment may reopen after the person-in-charge develops a written course of action to correct all violations and demonstrates corrective action

Thurston County, WA · 23h

The Olympian

partner publisher · 20.3K followers

Major downtown Olympia road to close for three years during construction, WA says

The updated plans for restoring the Deschutes Estuary in downtown Olympia from its current status as a stagnant lake have gotten the attention of residents due to one specific change: The entire portion of Deschutes Parkway around Capitol Lake will need to be closed for up to three years to get the work done. Olympia resident Bill Elliott said on Nextdoor on Oct. 30 that he learned about the planned road closure at a public open house for the Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement on Oct. 28 at the Olympia Center. He said the event was only attended by about 20 people. “An up to 3-year closure of Deschutes Parkway Southwest between Lakeridge Drive and 5th Avenue is now being proposed for the Deschutes Estuary Restoration project,” he said. “The up to 3-year street closure is to allow for construction of the new roundabout at the intersection of Deschutes Parkway SW, Olympic Street, and the new bridge approach. That seems like a very generous street closure duration for the described work.” According to previous reporting, the project is one of the biggest urban restoration projects in the country. By the time construction starts, the cost of restoring the Deschutes Estuary

Olympia, WA · 2d

Dailyfly News

partner publisher · 10.7K followers

Jimi Hendrix Chosen to Represent Washington on 2029 U.S. Dollar Coin

OLYMPIA, WA — Legendary guitarist and Seattle native Jimi Hendrix has been selected to represent Washington state in the U.S. Mint’s American Innovation $1 Coin Program, Gov. Bob Ferguson announced Monday, November 9. Hendrix was chosen following

Washington · 2d

The Chronicle

partner publisher · 21.3K followers

Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation hosts Commerce's Tribal Advisory Committee gathering

Elected leaders, staff, lobbyists and leadership from other organizations specifically for tribal governments and citizens came to the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation's Lucky Eagle

Chehalis, WA · 12h

The Chronicle

partner publisher · 21.3K followers

Olympia Regional Airport's neighbors concerned about noise, pollution increase from new Spokane to Olympia route

As the Olympia Regional Airport prepares to welcome direct flights to and from Spokane for the 2027 legislative session, area residents are reiterating concerns about noise and air pollution.  ...

Olympia, WA · 12h

kmun.org

website

Astoria mayor race still undecided

It’s been nearly a week since the Nov. 3 general election and it still isn’t clear yet who will be Astoria’s next mayor. In the four-candidate race, the two candidates with a shot at the position are separated by only 59 votes. Clatsop County juvenile probation counselor Laura Parker holds the lead over Sean Davis, a combat veteran and the cofounder of the nonprofit Rogue Cell.

Astoria, OR · 2d

MyNorthwest.com

website

‘I would completely go for it’: Ursula embraces Tumwater’s offer to trade future raises for a four-day workweek

Twenty-eight Tumwater city employees have signed up to work 32-hour weeks starting in January, giving up cost-of-living raises for at least two years and part of their increase in the third year. The voluntary program is expected to save about $164,000 in its first year while helping the city attract and retain employees, according to KIRO 7.

Tumwater, WA · 1d

Dailyfly News

partner publisher · 10.7K followers

Washington Wildfire Season Ends After Nearly 1 Million Acres Burned

OLYMPIA, WA — The wildfire season in Washington state is officially over. In 2026, “more than 1,500 fires ignited and nearly 1 million acres burned across the state,” Public Lands Commissioner Dave Upthegrove said Tuesday. “We saw

Washington · 21h

Public News Service

partner publisher · 2.6K followers

Washington energy customers win in hydro settlement

The Bonneville Power Administration, the agency that sells Columbia Basin hydropower, will lower its proposed rate hike after a legal challenge by local environmental and clean energy advocates. The administration had proposed a roughly 6% increase, arguing it needed an additional $250 million to meet new guidelines requiring more water to be spilled over Columbia River dams to support migrating salmon. Ben Otto, policy director for the Northwest Energy Coalition, which was part of the proceedings, said while he understands Bonneville needs to earn money for its services, the proposed increase was overblown. "BPA's finances are actually in really good shape, and we think that a more holistic examination would find ways to adapt these costs into BPA's overall financial picture instead of just immediately trying to reach into people's pocketbooks," Otto contended. The Bonneville Power Administration provides electricity to more than 5 million people across the Pacific Northwest and Otto said the settlement will save customers close to $40 million. He explained spilling water over dams allows juvenile fish to travel more safely downstream, without passing through lethal turbines. The proposed rate hike is one of several recent increases. The administration already raised its rates by about 9% this

Washington · 10h

thurstontalk.com

website

New Fused Glass Studio in Olympia: Grand Opening Veterans Day

Are you looking for something fun to do during the next six months of grey gloom? Check out GlassHaus NW! This new art studio in Olympia is owned by Griselda Hall, a retired U.S. Army veteran who is excited to share this fun activity with everyone. “I’m most excited about...

Olympia, WA · 1d

The Chronicle

partner publisher · 21.3K followers

Foundation gives $10M to Washington arts; $52,500 in Lewis County and $450K in Thurston County 

Washington's nonprofit arts sector is getting a $10 million cash boost.  That's how much Allen Family Philanthropies and nonprofit ArtsFund will send out to local organizations in the

Thurston County, WA · 1d

thurstontalk.com

website

Top Local News – Thurston County – November 9, 2026

Your daily roundup of local news from Thurston County, Washington — covering Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Yelm, Tenino, and Rochester. 1. SeaPort Airlines plans seasonal Spokane-Olympia route for 2027 legislative session. 📍 Olympia. In Olympia, SeaPort Airlines announced a seasonal route linking Spokane and Olympia that is set to...

Thurston County, WA · 2d